Planet WAP-1000 WireFree User manual

WAP-1000
WireFree
USER'S MANUAL

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FCC Information
The Federal Communication Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the
following paragraph:
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 communication. 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
♦Reorient or relocate 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.
The user should not modify or change this equipment without written approval from company name.
Modification could void authority to use this equipment.
For the safety reason, people should not work in a situation which RF Exposure limits be exceeded.
To prevent the situation happening, people who work with the antenna should be aware of the
following rules:
1. Install the antenna in a location where a distance of 6.5 cm from the antenna may be maintained.
2. While installing the antenna in the location, please do not turn on the power of wireless card.
3. While the device is working, please do not contact the antenna.

WAP-1000 User’ s Guide
Copyright
Copyright © 1999 Planet Technology Corp., all rights reserved. No part of this publication may
be reproduced, adapted, stored in a retrieval system, translated into any language, or
transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of Planet Technology
Corp.
Trademarks
Planet is trademark of Planet Technology Corp., all other trademarks throughout this manual
are the property of their respective companies.
Contents subject to revision without prior notice.
Limited Warranty
In no event will Planet be liable for any damage, including loss of data or profits, cost of cover,
or other incidental, consequential or indirect damages arising from the installation, maintenance,
use, performance, failure or interruption of Planet’s products, whatever caused and on any
theory of liability. This limitation will apply even if Planet has been advised of the
possibility of such damage.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
About This Manual
WireFree WAP-1000 User’s Guide is first published by Planet Technology Corp. in 1999.
This Revision is for WireFree WAP-1000 Version 2.0, issued in August , 1999.The purpose of
this manual is for the setup of the product WireFree WAP-1000.
Revision
WireFree WAP-1000 User’s Guide
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Contents
CHAPTER 1 ABOUT WAP-1000 ACCESS POINT................................................................................................1
1-1 FEATURES AND BENEFITS ...................................................................................................................................1
1-2 APPLICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................................1
1-3 PRODUCT KIT ....................................................................................................................................................2
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................3
2-1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................................................3
2-2 MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................3
2-3 WAP-1000 HARDWARE INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................3
CHAPTER 3 USING THE START-UP CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................5
3-1 TERMINAL MODE...............................................................................................................................................5
3-2 TELNET MODE...................................................................................................................................................9
3-3 WEB MANAGEMENT.........................................................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................................................14
APPENDIX A NETWORK CONFIGURATION AND PLANNING ................................................................15
A-1 NETWORK TOPOLOGY .....................................................................................................................................15
A-2 ROAMING........................................................................................................................................................18
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................................22
APPENDIX C GLOSSARY.....................................................................................................................................23

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Chapter 1 About WAP-1000 Access Point
WireFree WAP-1000 is an Access Point that performs as a transparent Media Access Control (MAC)
bridge between wired Local Area Networks, and one or more WireFree wireless networks.
Placed anywhere along an Ethernet LAN, WAP-1000 allows wireless stations in their coverage area
to access transparently to the corporate network. WireFree WAP-1000, together with WireFree
network adapter cards, enables you to build a variety of network configurations.
1-1 Features and Benefits
lProtocol-independent networking functionality
lAccess for mobile WireFree WL-2400/WL-3501/WAP-900 users into the legacy wired
Ethernet LAN.
lWeb Management support
lRoaming capability
lSeamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and PC network LAN’s augments existing
networks quickly and easily.
lSupports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint access.
lSupports up to 2 Mbps data rate: T-1 line alternative/replacement that dramatically cuts
costs.
lSupports a wide range of LAN NOS (Win95/98, NT, Netware client, DOS)
lOmnidirectional antenna included.
lWireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling.
lGreater flexibility to locate or move networked PC’s
1-2 Applications
WireFree products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client access to the
network in applications like these:
1. Remote access to corporate network information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation.
2. Difficult-to-wireenvironments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open area where wiring is difficult to
employ.
3. Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and banks who frequently rearrange the workplace and change

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location.
4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites need temporary setup for a short time period.
Retailers, airline and shipping companies need additional workstations for a peak period.
Auditors require workgroups at customer sites.
5. Access to database for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers, white-collar workers need access to database while being mobile in
the hospital, retail store or office campus.
6. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users
SOHO users need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.
7. Inter-building connection
The wireless building-to-building network installs quickly, requires no monthly lease fees, and
provides the flexibility to reconfigure easily.
1-3 Product Kit
Each WAP-1000 package comes with:
uWAP-1000 Box……………………………………………… x 1
uAntenna (dipole, omni-directional)…………………………….. x 1
uWAP-1000 User’s Manual CD-ROM……………………….x 1
uPower Adapter………………………………………………….x 1
uA/C Power Cord……………………………………………….. x 1
uRS-232C Configuration Cable …………………………... x 1
If any of the listed items is not included or found damaged, please contact your local dealer.

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Chapter 2Hardware Installation
2-1 System Requirements
Installation of WAP-1000 requires:
1. An A/C power outlet (100~240V, 50~60Hz) which supplies the power for WAP-1000 Access
Point.
2. A 10Base-T (UTP) Ethernet cable drop (RJ-45 connectors).
Note: (Only if you want to re-configure the WAP-1000 Access Point instead of using factory
installed default configuration…) A DOS-based PC with TCP/IP connection to the network
or with an available RS-232C port to run the configuration program.
2-2 Mechanical Description
Front Panel:
Side Panel:
Fig2-1 Mechanical Instruction of WAP-1000 Access Point
2-3 WAP-1000 Hardware Installation
Please follow these procedures for setting up hardware:
1. Site Selection
Choose a proper placement for your WAP-1000 Access Point. The Site Survey and Access Point
Browser utility will help you with site selection.
In general, the best location to place your WAP-1000 Access Point in your site is the center of
RS-232C Configuration Port
Antenna Connector
Power Switch
DC 5V Power Socket
RJ-45 Connector
: Power
: (Wired) Ethernet Tx/Rx
: Wireless LAN Tx/Rx

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your wireless coverage, with line of sight to all your mobile stations.
2. Attach the Antenna
Connect the antenna on the Antenna connector of your WAP-1000 Access Point. Proper antenna
placement shall improve the WAP-1000 performance. Try to place the antenna in the position that
can best cover its BBS. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance
will be.
3. Connect the Ethernet Cable
WAP-1000 can be connected to the 10Base-T Ethernet network. Connect your UTP Ethernet
cable to the RJ-45 connector of WAP-1000 Access Point.
4. Connect the Power Cable
Connect the power adapter cable to the DC5V Power Socket of WAP-1000 and turn the
power on. USE ONLY the power adapter, which supplied with WireFree WAP-1000. Otherwise,
the product may be damaged.

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Chapter 3 Using the Start-up Configuration
The WAP-1000 Access Point can be connected to your configuration station either via RS-
232C direct connection by using the RS-232C Configuration Cable (supplied) or a null-modem cable
(See Fig3.1) or anywhere through TCP/IP connection.
Fig3.1 Connecting RS-232C Configuration Cable
3-1 Terminal Mode
ØWAP-1000 can be configured via either RS-232 or RJ-45.
ØConfigure the WAP-1000 Access Point via the RS-232 cable for the first time.
Procedures are listed as follows:
a. Connect WAP-1000 and your PC with the RS-232 cable.
b. Turn on the power of WAP-1000 and your PC.
c. Run Terminal Program in Windows 95/98, NT or any operation system that installs
Terminal Program. The parameter setting should be as follows:
Please attach one of
the 9-pin and 25-pin
connector to your
COM port.

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Baud Rate = 9600 BPS
d. When the setting is successfully completed, a window shows up.
i.Type “info”and the associated parameters shows up such as MAC address and Domain
(FCC North America, IC Canada,ETSI Europe, MKK Japan, etc)

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ii. Type “set”and system status will come out as a list.
apname:Set a hostname for WAP-1000 Access Point. (Default setting:
ap0001)
mode:Set the WAP-1000 Access Point operation mode to Wireless LAN
Access Point (ap) or Inter-Building Connection (p2p). (Default
setting: ap - Wireless LAN Access Point)
channel:Select the channel number as your operating radio channel. (Default

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setting: the first channel)
essid:Input a six-digit ESS ID (i.e., 000000~999999) of your Access Point.
(Default setting: default) (Works if the Access Point Mode is Wireless
LAN Access Point.)
rts_threshold:Assign a RTS/CTS packet size.
p2p_dest: Set the WAP-1000 Access Point’s Inter-Building connection
mode to Broadcast (00:60:B3:FF:FF:FF or FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF) or
Unicast (Fill in the MAC address of destination Access Point).
(Default setting: None 00:60:B3:00:00:00) (Works if the Access Point
Mode is Inter-Building Connection.)
ip_bootp:WAP-1000 Access Point supports bootp protocol.WAP-1000 Access
Point can automatically get an IP address from bootp server.
ip_address:Input the IP Address of your Access Point.
ip_netmask:Input the Subnet Mask Address of your Access Point.
ip_gateway:Input the Default Gateway Address of your Access Point.
iii. To change settings, please type “set xxx(parameter) xxxx(value) (i.e. set mode ap,
meaning set the Access Point as receiver of WL-2400 /WL-3501)
iv. If you want to change the settings via network, some parameters such as IP address,
Subnet mask and Gateways must be configured.

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v. Save the modification when completing settings and reset the Access Point.
3-2 Telnet Mode
1. Remote control via Telnet, default password is “default”.
2. Type “info”and the associated parameters show up such as MAC address and Doamin (FCC
North America, IC Canada, ETSI Europe, MKK Japan, etc)
save
reset

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3. Type “set”and system status will come out as a list.
4. To change settings, please type “set xxx(parameter) xxxx(value) (i.e. set mode ap, meaning set
the Access Point as receiver of WL-2400 /WL-3501).
5. Save the modification when completing settings and reset the Access Point.
3-3 Web Management
1. Run any Browser that supports Java and JavaScript (Netscape¡BIE¡BMosaic, etc). Type the
IP address of the Access Point in the IP Address field.
IEE802.11

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In the Performance Monitor item, you can monitor the access status between wired and wireless
network.
nLoad: Ethernet-IN + Wireless-OUT
nLoad: Ethernet-OUT + Wireless-IN

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nStatus: Wireless Quality
nStatus: Station Table
In the Information field, you can see the configuration of the Access Point.

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In the Configure item, you can modify settings of the Access Point.

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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
1. Problem Solving
lCannot configure WAP-1000 by RS-232C direct connect
Probable Causes & Solution:
a. Check the RS-232C cable, make sure there’s no physical connection problem with
both WAP-1000 and the configuration station.
b. Make sure the COM port number (i.e., COM1 or COM2) of your configuration
station is correct and functioned normally.
lCannot configure WAP-1000 via Ethernet connect
Probable Causes & Solution:
a. Make sure the Ethernet connection to your configuration station is OK.
b. Check your net administrator that the IP address for the configuration station and
other TCP/IP configuration, such as subnet mask, default gateway, are correct for
your internet/intranet.
c. Make sure the IP address of your target WAP-1000 is correct.
lWireFree mobile users cannot roam across WAP-1000s
Probable Causes & Solution:
a. Make sure all the WAP-1000s in the ESS, which you allow WireFree mobile users to
roam, configured with the same ESS ID.
b. Make sure all the WAP-1000 in the ESS operating on the same radio channel.
c. Make sure the WireFree mobile users configured with the right ESS ID.
d. Make sure the WireFree mobile users configured with the right operating radio
channel.
2. How to obtain further support
a. Use the “Maintenance”page in the WAP-1000 Web Management to e-mail your questions
to Planet.
b. Direct your questions to [e-mail]
c. Planet’s technical support hot-line is:
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Direct any of your questions to sales support department.
d. Check Planet’s Web Site at www.planet.com.tw for FAQ and most updated information.

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Appendix ANetwork Configuration and
Planning
WireFree supports the same network configuration options of the legacy Ethernet LANs as defined
by IEEE 802 standard committee.
WireFree can be configured as:
uAd-Hoc for departmental or SOHO LANs
uInfrastructure for enterprise LANs
uLAN-Interconnection for point-to-point link as a campus backbone.
A-1 Network Topology
uAd-Hoc
Ad-Hoc
Wireless LAN 1
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Ad-Hoc
Wireless LAN 2
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Fig a-1 An Example of Ad-Hoc Wireless LAN
An Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one WireFree adapter,
connected as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific Ad-Hoc wireless LAN must
be configured at the same radio channel.
Ad-Hoc wireless LAN is applicable at a departmental scale for a branch or SOHO operation.

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uInfrastructure
BSS1
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
BSS2
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Desktop PC
WL-2400
Notebook PC
WL-3501
Notebook PC
WL-3501 Ethernet
Desktop PC, File Servers
Fig a-2 An Example of Infrastructure Wireless LAN
WireFree provides access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wireless
and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A group of WireFree PC users and a
WAP-1000 Access Point construct a Basic Service Set (BSS). Each WireFree PC in this BSS can
talk to any computer in the wired LAN infrastructure via the WAP-1000 Access Point.
Infrastructure configuration not only extends the accessibility of a WireFree PC to the wired
LAN, but also doubled the effective wireless transmission range for 2 WireFree PCs. Since WAP-
1000 is able to forward data within its BSS, the effective transmission range in an infrastructure
LAN is doubled.
L
Infrastructure
mode
L
Desktop WL-24/3500
L
Ad-Hoc
mode
Desktop WL-2400
Desktop WL-24/3500
Desktop WL-2400
Fig a-3 The effective Transmission Range
BSS ID is, in essential, the ID of each independent WAP-1000. All WireFree PCs configured
without roaming options in this independent BSS must be configured with BSS ID of that WAP-