Planet WAP-4050 Assembly instructions

802.11g Wireless LAN Travel Kit
WAP-4050
User sManual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor aClass Bdigital device,
pursuant toPart 15 of FCC Rules.These limitsaredesigned toprovide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiateradio frequency energyand, 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 aparticularinstallation.If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorientor relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.
3. Connect the equipmentinto an outlet on acircuitdifferent from thatto which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician forhelp.
FCC Caution:
Toassurecontinued compliance.(example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to
computeror peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject tothe Following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2 )this Device must accept any
interference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.

Federal Communication Commission(FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In
orderto avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits,human proximity
to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm(8 inches) during normal operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipmentcomplies with all the requirementsof DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENTAND THE COUNCILOF 9March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication
terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of theirconformity (R&TTE)
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC(Telecommunications Terminal
Equipmentand Satellite EarthStation Equipment) As of April 8,2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.However,
special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with
electrical equipment.All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must thereforebe allowed
at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Revision
User s Manual for PLANET802.11g Wireless LAN Travel Kit
Model: WAP-4050
Rev: 1.0 (September,2004)
Part No. EM-WAP4050v1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................6
1.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS .........................................................................................................6
1.2 FEATURES .........................................................................................................................6
1.3 PHYSICAL FEATURES..........................................................................................................6
1.4 SPECIFICATION ..................................................................................................................8
1.5 WIRELESS PERFORMANCE .................................................................................................9
1.6 NETWORK SETUP...............................................................................................................9
1.6.1 APMode...................................................................................................................9
1.6.2 AP/Router Mode.....................................................................................................10
1.6.3ClientMode............................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 2 INITIAL CONFIGURATION................................................................................11
2.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................11
2.2 PROCEDURES ..................................................................................................................11
2.3 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................12
2.3.1Upgrade Firmware.................................................................................................14
2.3.2ConfigFile..............................................................................................................15
CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT..........................................16
3.1 APMODE ........................................................................................................................16
3.1.1 APSetup................................................................................................................16
3.1.2Wireless Security....................................................................................................17
3.1.3 TrustedStations......................................................................................................19
3.2 AP/ROUTER MODE ..........................................................................................................20
3.2.1 AP/Router Setup....................................................................................................20
3.2.2Wireless Security....................................................................................................23
3.2.3 TrustedStations......................................................................................................23
3.2.4Ethernet (WAN) Port Configuration........................................................................23
3.2.5Ethernet (WAN) Port Status...................................................................................28
3.3 AP/ROUTER MODE -ADVANCED .......................................................................................35
3.3.1 Advanced Internet..................................................................................................35
3.3.2PortForwarding......................................................................................................36
3.3.3DDNS.....................................................................................................................38
3.3.4Network Diag..........................................................................................................40
3.3.5Options...................................................................................................................41

3.3.6PC Database..........................................................................................................41
3.3.7Security..................................................................................................................42
3.4 CLIENT MODE ..................................................................................................................46
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................51

Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you forpurchasing WAP-4050.
As small as aboxof poker cards, the WAP-4050 is not only awireless access point but also awireless
NATrouter and Ethernet adapter.With these three most commonly used operating mode, WAP-4050
provides greater flexibility fora mobile userin various environments.
This manual guides you on howto install and properly use the WAP-4050 in order to take full advantage
of its features.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
· 802.11g WLAN Pocket AP
· Power Adapter
· Quick Installation Guide
· User s manual CD
· RJ-45 cable
· Travel bag
Note:
If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
possible.
1.2 Features
Wireless standard IEEE 802.11b/g compliant
Pocket size wireless access point
3 operating modes selectable:AP, NATRouter, and AP Client
Up to 54Mbps data rate
Support WPA-PSK and 64/128-bit WEPencryption
Support MAC Access Control in APand AP/Router modes
Support DDNS, DMZ, DHCPserver, and virtual server in AP/Router mode
Provide basic firewall features in AP/Router mode
Support VPN pass through in AP/Router mode
Driver free, plug ‘nplay
1.3 Physical Features
Reset
Ethernet
Power Mode Selector

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LED Indication
Ethernet LED · On - Ethernet connection established.
· Off - No Ethernet connection.
· Flashing - Data being transferred.
Wireless LED · On - Wireless interface available.
· Off - Wireless interface unavailable.
· Flashing - Data being transferred.
Power LED · On - Power is available.
· Off - No power.
Physical Interface Description
Mode Selector This switch has 4 positions:
1 - APMode
2 - AP/Router Mode
3 - Config Mode
4 - Client Mode
Reset Button This button has 2 functions:
· Restart (reboot) - press & release.
· Set all settings to factorydefaults - press & hold (for 8 seconds), then
release.
Note: This should not be done while connected or using the WAP-4050.
Ethernet Port Connect the 10/100BaseTEthernet cable here.
· In AP mode or AP/Router mode, this is connected to the LAN or WAN.
Power LED
Wireless LED
EthernetLED

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· In Config mode,this should be directly connected to your PC.
· In Client mode, this is connected to the Ethernet port ofa network
device.
Power Connect the supplied power adapter here.
1.4 Specification
Standard IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Signal Type DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation BPSK / QPSK / CCK / OFDM
Port 10/100Base-TX(RJ-45) * 1
Antenna Internal antenna
Output Power 13dBm
802.11b
11 Mbps (CCK): -72dBm
5.5 Mbps (QPSK): - 76dBm
1, 2 Mbps (BPSK): - 80dBm
(typically @PER < 8% packet size 1024 and @25ºC + 5ºC)
Sensitivity
802.11g
54 Mbps: -70dBm
48 Mbps: - 70dBm
36 Mbps: -72dBm
24 Mbps: -72dBm
18 Mbps: -74dBm
12 Mbps: -76dBm
9 Mbps: -79dBm
6 Mbps: -80dBm
(typically @PER < 8% packet size 1024 and @25ºC + 5ºC)
Operating Mode AP,AP/Router,APClient
Security
64/128-bitWEP encryption
WPA-PSK
Password Protect
MAC Filtering
SSID BroadcastDisable function
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz ~2.484GHz
802.11g Up to 54Mbps (6/ 9/ 12/ 18/ 24/ 36/ 48/ 54)
Data Rate
802.11b Up to 11Mbps (1/ 2/ 5.5/ 11)

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1.5 WirelessPerformance
The following information will help you utilizing the wireless performance, and operating coverage of
WAP-4050.
1. Site selection
To avoid interferences,please locate WAP-4050 and wireless clients away from transformers,
microwave ovens, heavy-duty motors, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, and other industrial
equipments.Keep the numberof walls, or ceilings between AP and clients as fewas possible;
otherwise the signal strength may be seriously reduced.
2. Environmental factors
The wireless network is easily affected by many environmental factors. Every environment is
unique with different obstacles, construction materials, weather, etc. Itis hard to determine the
exact operating range of WAP-4050 in a specific location without testing.
3. WLAN type
If WAP-4050 is installed in an 802.11b and 802.11g mixed WLAN, its performance will reduced
significantly. Because every 802.11g OFDMpacket needs to be preceded by an RTS-CTS or CTS
packet exchange that can be recognized by legacy 802.11b devices. This additional overhead
lowers the speed. If there areno 802.11b devices connected, or if connections to all 802.11b
devices are denied so thatWAP-4050 can operate in 11g-only mode, then its data rate should
actually 54Mbps.
1.6 NetworkSetup
The WAP-4050 can be configured as an AP,AP/Router, orAPclient. It is recommended to determine
your network settings before installing WAP-4050.
Note: While you can change modes at any time, please pay attention to the following points:
· Whenever the mode is changed, the WAP-4050 will restart. You need to wait for the restartto
be completed, which will take afew seconds.When the restart is completed, the Wireless LED will
be ON.
· After changing modes, any Wireless connections will be lost.On your PC, you need to select
the SSID (Wireless LAN) forthe newmode in order to re-establish a Wireless connection tothe
WAP-4050.
1.6.1 AP Mode
In AP mode, the WAP-4050 allows wireless clients to connect to LAN orWLAN.

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1.6.2 AP/Router Mode
In AP/Router mode,the WAP-4050 allows wireless clients to share a single Internet connection.
1.6.3Client Mode
In Client mode, the WAP-4050 converts an Ethernet-ready device into a wireless device.

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Chapter 2InitialConfiguration
2.1 System Requirements
Before installing WAP-4050, make sure thatyour system meets the following requirements:
· Network cable. Use a standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cable with RJ45 connectors.
· The administrative PC must be installed TCP/IP protocol, and configured as aDHCP client.
· To use the Wireless interface, yourPC mustbe compliant with the IEEE802.11b or
IEEE802.11g specifications.
2.2 Procedures
1. Switch the mode selector to position 3 to enterConfig mode.
2. Power up and wait for the Wireless LED to turn on. This indicates the WAP-4050 is ready.
Note: ONLYuse the power adapter supplied with the WAP-4050. Otherwise, the product may be
damaged.
If you want to reset your WAP-4050 to default settings, press the Reset button for 8 seconds.
3. Establish awired or wireless connection tothe WAP-4050. It is strongly suggested to use wired
connection to configuration.
· Wired –directly connectastandardLAN cable from administrative PC toWAP-4050.
Please note there should be no hub or switch in between.
· Wireless –use the wireless adapterto connectthe WLANwith SSID: default. Please also
check the MAC address oftarget AP to ensure you are associating to the correct AP.
4. Activate the web browser.
5. Enter “config.ap”in the “Location”or “Address”field.Or you can access the WAP-4050 by its
default IPaddress in Config mode, i.e. http://192.168.0.1.
Note: Eitherbeing activated by wired or wireless interface. If the administrative PC has active
wired and wireless interfaces at the same time, it may not be able to access WAP-4050
successfully.
6. By default, there is no username and password needed for the first time access. It is strongly
suggested to set admin login password for securing the management access.
7. After successfully access the WAP-4050,you will see the Mode Configuration screen. As for the
detailed settings of each mode, please refer to following chapters.

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2.3 System Configuration
The settings of System Configuration screen will apply to all modes.

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Admin
Administrator PC
MACAddress
This is used to identify your PC. If you normally use the same PC,
you should provide this information. The MAC address is also called
the "Physical Address". This address can be determined by
checking the Properties for the desired network interface, butthe
provided Set to myPC buttons make this unnecessary.
· Ethernet Port - the MAC address of the 10/100BaseT Ethernet
Port on administrative PC.
· Wireless Interface -the MAC address of the wireless interface
on administrative PC.
· Set to myPC - only 1 of these buttons will work. If you have
connected via Wireless, click the button will insert your PC s
wireless MAC address into the field provided. If you connected
via the wired Ethernet interface, click the button will insert your
PC s Ethernet MAC address into the field provided.

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No login required
for admin PC
If you check this,and provide the MAC address of administrative
PC (see above), you will not be prompted for the password when
using the specified PC.
You should set a password for the admin login, using the password
fields below.This option is provided to allowyou to seta password,
but avoid the inconvenience ofbeing prompted for the password
whenever you wish to change the settings.
Change Admin
login
Check this boxto change the current password, and then enter the
required password in the fields below. If this checkboxis enabled,
and the password fields leftblank, then the password is cleared (set
to no password).
NewPassword Enter the newpassword here.
Note that if the password is set, you will be prompted for the user
name and password when you connect. You must use admin as the
user name.
VerifyPassword Re-enter the newpassword in this field, to ensure it is correct.
System
Device Name The name of the WAP-4050. You can change this if you wish.
Firmware version This displays the current version of the firmware.
Click the Upgrade Firmware button if you wish to install a new
version of the firmware.
· You need to download the newfirmware file first.
· Clicking the button will display the Upgrade Firmware screen.
See the following section for further details.
Config File This feature allows you to download (save) the currentsettings as a
file on your PC, upload (restore) apreviously-saved config file. Click
the desired button:
· Download will prompt you for the location,on yourPC, for the
configuration file.
· Upload will display the ConfigFile screen. See belowfor
details.
2.3.1Upgrade Firmware
To perform the firmware upgrade, please download the newfirmware file to administrative PC first.
After clicking Upgrade Firmware button from System page,you will see the following screen.

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1. Enter the password ofthe WAP-4050.
2. Use Browse button to specify the firmware file.
3. Click Start Upgrade button to perform the task.
Note: WAP-4050 is unavailable during the upgrade process,and must restart when the upgrade is
completed. Any connections to or through the WAP-4050 will be lost.
2.3.2Config File
Restore Config The feature allows you to restore a pre-saved configuration file back to
the WAP-4050.
Click Browse to select the configuration file, then click Restore to
upload the configuration file.
WARNING: Uploading a configuration file will destroy (overwrite) ALLof
the existing settings.
Default Config Clicking the Restore Defaults button will reset the WAP-4050 to its
factory default settings.
WARNING: This will deleteALLof the existing settings.

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Chapter 3 Configuring the Wireless Access Point
3.1 AP Mode
WAP-4050 is notallowed to be configured in APmode.Configuration for AP mode must be performed
while in Config Mode.
Please followthe procedures described in section 2.2 to access the Mode Configuration screen and
click on the Configure button in APMode.
3.1.1 AP Setup
Wireless
Region Select your region from the drop-down list. This field displays the
region of operation for which the wireless interface is intended. It may
not be legal to operate the device in a region other than the region
shown here.If your country or region is notlisted, please check with
your local government agency for more information on which channels
you are allowed to use, and select a region thatallows those channels.
(The channel list changes according to the selected region.)
SSID This field allows you to set the SSID of WAP-4050 in AP mode. The
SSID is an identification string that differentiates from other WLANs.
AP Mode and AP/Router mode must use different SSIDs. Using the
same SSID for both modes would confuse Wireless clients. The default
value is default_AP.
Broadcast
SSID
Enable or disable a Service Set Identifier broadcast. When enabled,
the SSID ofthe WAP-4050 is sent to wireless enabled devices on the
area, thus may cause unauthorized user to connect your wireless
networks.

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802.11 Mode Select the desired mode:
· g&b -Both 802.11.g and 802.11b Wireless stations will be able to
use the WAP-4050.
· g only - Only 802.11g Wireless stations can use the WAP-4050,
and obtain better performance than in g & b mixmode..
Channel No. This selection determines which operating frequency will be used. The
channel list changes according to the selected region.
Select the desired channel. Adjacent Access Pointsshould use
different channels to avoid interference.
Security The currentsecurity settings for wireless connections are displayed.
The default value is Off, meaning no security.
Wireless
Security
Click this button to access the Wireless Security sub-screen, and
modify the security settings as required.
Allowtrusted
stations only
This feature can be used to prevent unknownWireless stations from
using the WAP-4050. To use this feature:
· Select the checkbox.
· Click the Trusted Stations button to open a sub-window
containing the Trusted Wireless Stations screen, where you can
enter details of the Trusted Wireless Stations. See the following
section for furtherdetails.
Warning: Ensure your ownPC is in the Trusted Stations list before you
enable this feature.
Copy
AP/Router
Mode
Settings
Clicking this button will copy the Wireless settings, including the
Trusted Station list, from the AP/Router mode to AP mode.
· This is only useful if you already completed the configurations of
AP/Router mode.
· The SSID will not be copied. Each mode must use a different
SSID. Using the same SSID for different modes would confuse
wireless clients.
3.1.2Wireless Security
The default setting ofthis option is Disabled.You can select desired security system from the
drop-down list.

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WEPWireless Security
Authentication Normally, this should be leftat the default value of "Auto". Before
changing to "Open System" or "Shared Key", please ensure that your
Wireless Stations use the same setting.
KeySize Select the desired option. Wireless Stations must use the same
setting.
· 64 Bit (10 Hex chars) - For 64 Bit Encryption, the key size is
Hex10 chars.
· 128 Bit (26 Hex chars) - For 128 Bit Encryption, the key size is
26 Hexchars.
Note: Hexchars are 0~9 and A~F.
Default Key Select the key you wish to be the default. Transmitted datais
ALWAYS encrypted using the DefaultKey; the other Keys are for
decryption only.
You must enter a KeyValue for the Default Key.Other stations must
have the same key.
Passphrase If desired, you can generate akey from a phrase, instead of entering
the key value directly. Enter the desired phrase,and click the
"Generate Keys" button.
WPA-PSK Wireless Security

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PSK Enter the PSK (Pre-shared Key), sometimes called the network
key.Wireless clientsmust use the same key.
KeyLifetime Specify atime period for WAP-4050 to renew the encryption value.
Encryption Select the desired encryption algorithm. Currently,WAP-4050
supportsTKIPonly.Wireless stations must use the same setting.
3.1.3Trusted Stations
Trusted Wireless
Stations
This field lists all Wireless Stations which you have designated as
“Trusted”.
Other Wireless
Stations
This field lists all Wireless Stations detected by theWAP-4050, which
you have notdesignated as "Trusted".
Address Use this field to manually add or edit a Trusted Station.
Buttons
<< Add a Trusted Wireless Station to the list (move from the Other
Stations list).
· Select an entry (or entries) in the Other Stations list.
· Click the << button.
>> Delete aTrusted Wireless Station from the list(move to the Other
Stations list).
· Select an entry (or entries) in the Trusted Stations list.
· Click the >> button.

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Select All Select all of the Stations listed in the Other Stations list.
Select None Select none ofthe Stations listed in the Other Stations list.
Edit To change an existing entry in the Trusted Stations list, select it and
click this button.
1. Select the Station in the Trusted Station list.
2. Click the Edit button. The address will be copied tothe Address
field, and the Add button will change to Update.
3. Edit the address (MAC or physical address) as required.
4. Click Update to save your changes.
Add Toadd aTrusted Station which is not in the Other Wireless Stations
list,enter the required data and click this button.
Clear Clear the Address field.
3.2 AP/Router Mode
To configure AP/Router mode, you can connect while in Config mode or in AP/Routermode.
Please followthe procedures described in section 2.2 to access the Mode Configuration screen and
click on the Configure button in AP/Router Mode.
3.2.1 AP/Router Setup