qpcom QP-WA354AG User manual

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User’s Manual
QP-WA354AG
802.11a/b/g Wireless
5-Port Access Point

FCC Certifications
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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of
20cm between the radiator and your body.
CE Mark 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.
All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective proprietors.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.

Table of Content
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1
FEATURES ............................................................................................................................. 1
APPLICATION......................................................................................................................... 2
PARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................ 3
Hardware Connection............................................................................................................ 5
About the Operation Modes .................................................................................................. 6
AP MODE.............................................................................................................................. 6
CLIENT MODE (INFRASTRUCTURE)....................................................................................... 6
CLIENT MODE (AD-HOC)...................................................................................................... 7
BRIDGE MODE....................................................................................................................... 7
REPEATER ............................................................................................................................. 8
Configuration.......................................................................................................................... 9
LOGIN.................................................................................................................................... 9
STATUS.................................................................................................................................. 9
System............................................................................................................................. 10
Statistics.......................................................................................................................... 10
Active Client ................................................................................................................... 11
WIRELESS............................................................................................................................ 11
Basic Settings.................................................................................................................. 11
Advanced Settings........................................................................................................... 13
Security........................................................................................................................... 15
Access Control................................................................................................................ 17
TCP/IP................................................................................................................................19
Basic............................................................................................................................... 19
OTHER................................................................................................................................. 20
Upgrade Firmware......................................................................................................... 20
Reboot............................................................................................................................. 20
Save/Reload Settings....................................................................................................... 21
Password ........................................................................................................................ 23
System Log...................................................................................................................... 23

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INTRODUCTION
This is an IEEE802.11a/b/g compliant 11 Mbps & 54 Mbps Ethernet Wireless Access
Point. The Wireless Access Point is equipped with five 10/100 M Auto-sensing Ethernet
ports for connecting to LAN and also for cascading to next Wireless Access Point.
This Access Point provides 64/128bit WEP encryption, WPA and IEEE802.1x which
ensures a high level of security to protects users’ data and privacy. The MAC Address
filter prevents the unauthorized MAC Addresses from accessing your Wireless LAN.
Your network security is therefore double assured.
The web-based management utility is provided for easy configuration that your wireless
network connection is ensured to be always solid and hassle free.
Features
•Five LAN ports for Wireless AP cascade
•Support WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK
•Support AP client mode
•Support data rate automatic fallback
•Automatic channel selection
•Client access control
•Support 802.1x/Radius client with, TKIP, AES and TKIP_AES encryption
•Support IAPP
•Adjustable Tx power, Tx rate, and SSID broadcast
•Allow WEP 64/128 bit
•Web interface management
•Support System event log and statistics
•MAC filtering (For wireless only)
•Support wireless 802.11 SNMP management
•WatchDog timer to warm boot system

Application
Example 1
Example 2
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Parts Names and Functions
1. Front Panel: (LED Indicators)
LED Status
Indicator Color Solid Flashing
1 Power Yellow Turns solid green when
the power is applied to
this device.
N/A.
2~6 LAN Yellow Turns solid Yellow when
the Ethernet cable is
connected the LAN port.
Receiving/
Sending data
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WLAN Blue Turns solid Blue when
the power is applied to
this device.
Receiving/
Sending data
Table 1: LED Indicators
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2. Rear Panel: Connection Ports
Port/button Functions
A (Factory)
RESET Press over 3 seconds to reboot this device.
Press for over 10 seconds to restore factory settings.
Performing the Factory Reset will erase all
previously entered device settings.
B~F LAN ports Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect
your PCs to these ports.
If required, any port can be connected to another
hub. Any LAN port will automatically function as an
"Uplink" port when necessary.
G 12V DC Connects the power adapter plug
Table 2: Connection Ports
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HARDWARE CONNECTION
Note: Before you starting hardware connection, you are advised to find an appropriate
location to place the Access Point. Usually, the best place for the Access Point is at the
center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all your wireless stations. Also,
remember to adjust the antenna; usually the higher the antenna is placed, the better will
be the performance.
1. Connect to your local area network: connect a Ethernet cable to one of the
Ethernet port (LAN1~LAN5) of this Wireless Access Point, and the other end to a
hub, switch, router, or another wireless access point.
2. Power on the device: connect the included AC power adapter to the Wireless Access
Point’s power port and the other end to a wall outlet.
3. Configure your PC: Make sure your local PC(s) has wireless network adapter(s)
installed.
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ABOUT THE OPERATION MODES
This device provides four operational applications with AP, Bridge, Client (Ad-hoc),
Client (Infrastructure) and Repeater modes, which are mutually exclusive.
This device is shipped with configuration that is functional right out of the box. If you
want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced configuration or even
change the mode of operation, you can use the web-based utility provided by the
manufacturer as described in the following sections.
AP Mode
When acting as an access point, this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook with
wireless network adapter) to a wired network. All stations can have the Internet access if
only the Access Point has the Internet connection.
To set the operation mode to Access Point, please go to “Wireless JBasic Settings”, in
the “Mode” field click the down arrow bto select AP mode.
Client Mode (Infrastructure)
If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless station when it’s
connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from wired end to wireless
interface.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Wireless JBasic
Settings”, in the “Mode” field click the down arrow bto select Client mode, and then
select “Network Type” as “Infrastructure”.
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Client Mode (Ad-hoc)
If set to the Client (Ad-hoc) mode, this device can work like a wireless station when it is
connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from wired end to wireless
interface. You can share files and printers between wireless stations (PC and laptop with
wireless network adapter installed).
To set the operation mode to Client (Ad-hoc), please go to “Wireless JBasic Settings”,
in the “Mode” field click the down arrow bto select Client mode, and then select
Network Type as “Ad-hoc”.
Bridge Mode
You will be able to connect two wireless LANs together under the Bridge mode. This only
works with another Wireless a/b/g Access Point. If enabled you must enter the MAC
address of that Wireless a/b/g Access Point.
To set the operation mode to Bridge mode, please go to “Wireless JBasic Settings”, in
the “Mode” field click the down arrow bto select Bridge mode.
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