StarTech.com WAP1011BB Manual

802.11b Wireless Access Point/Bridge
WAP1011BB
Instruction Guide
The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts
WIRELESS ACCESS
POINT
* Actual product may vary from photo

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
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:
• 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.
FCC Caution
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructions and a minimum 20cm (8 inches) spacing must be provided between
computer mounted antenna and a person’s body (including extremities of hands, wrists,
and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Wireless Access Point Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Configuring Your Wireless Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Wireless Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AP Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Station - Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Station - Infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AP Bridge - Point to Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AP Bridge - Point to Multi-Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
AP Bridge - WDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MAC Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
System Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Configuration Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Note: Due to firmware upgrades, the information in this Instruction Guide may not be
identical to what you see on your screen. Check www.startech.com for firmware
upgrades or updates to the Instruction Guide. (October 30, 2003)

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com wireless access point (WAP). Based on the
IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz) wireless standard, this access point lets you connect your 802.11b
wireless devices to your wired Ethernet LAN or bridge wireless Infrastructure networks
together. The WAP1011BB supports wireless access point roaming and bridging, and
uses 64/128-bit WEP encryption to keep your network transmissions secure. With auto-
rate fallback and web-based configuration control, you’ll be able to seamlessly and
securely integrate your wired and wireless networks.
Features
•Complies with 802.11b (2.4 GHz) specifications
•Supports auto-rate fallback and high data rates of 11/5.5/2/1 Mbits/sec
•Interoperable with other IEEE 802.11b compliant wireless devices
•Allows web-based configuration through Ethernet port
•Uses built-in DHCP server for auto IP address assignment
•Backed by StarTech.com’s two year warranty
Before You Begin
To ensure a quick and easy access point installation, please read through this section
carefully before attempting to install the access point.
System Requirements
•Adesktop or laptop computer with an Ethernet port running Windows XP, 2000,
Me, NT, 98, 95
•Other 802.11b (2.4 GHz) enabled devices
Package Contents
•1x WAP1011BB wireless access point
•1x 12V DC 0.5A power adapter

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Wireless Access Point Basics
Back Panel
The back panel is divided into sections: Power, LAN, Reset, and Wireless.
•The 12VDC power adapter plugs into the power port.
•The LAN port connects your wireless access point to your wired LAN.
•The Reset button can be used to reboot the wireless access point if it is experiencing
problems. If you press and hold the reset button for less than four seconds, the
wireless access point will reboot with your settings and configurations intact. If you
hold the reset button for more than four seconds, the wireless access point will reset
itself to the factory default settings and you will lose all your settings and
configurations.
•Screw the wireless antenna into the wireless port.
Front Panel
Power LAN Reset Wireless
LED Color Status Description
PWR Green Lit Power is supplied
Off No power
WLAN Green Flashing Antenna is transmitting/receiving data
Off Antenna is not transmitting/receiving
LAN Green On A valid link is established
Flash LAN is transmitting/receiving
Off No link is established

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Getting Started
The section is designed to assist you in the installation of your WAP1011BB. Please read
through this section carefully and complete each step in the order listed.
1. Locate the optimum location for your Access Point. The best location is usually in the
center of your wireless network, with a clear line of sight to all your wireless stations.
See “Installation Considerations” on page 21 for hints on positioning your access
point.
2. Using a standard UTP cable, connect the access point’s LAN port to your network
switch, hub, or router.
3. Connect the AC power adapter to the access point’s Power port and connect the other
end to an appropriate power source. Only use the power adapter supplied with this
product. Using a different adapter may damage the access point.
4. If not already connected, screw the antenna into the wireless port.
The wireless access point is now online. To associate your wireless devices with your
WAP, make sure that your WAP is powered and your wireless clients are equipped with
802.11b-compatible wireless adapters. From your 802.11b-enabled computer, use the
instructions provided by your wireless adapter manufacturer to connect the computer to
the wireless access point.
The WAP’s default settings are:
ESSID: default
Channel: 1
Encryption Key: None
Note: To ensure the security of your network, StarTech.com recommends that you set up
some form of web encryption as soon as possible. See Security on page 13 for details.
Configuring the Wireless Access Point
Note: To configure the wireless access point, you must be using a client PC that is on the
same subnet as the wireless access point. See Appendix B: Configuring Your PCs on page
22 for details.
1. On one of your client PCs, open your web browser. In the address field, enter the
WAP’s default IP address (192.168.2.1) and press Enter.
2. Once the website has loaded, enter the User Name and Password and click OK. By
default, the User Name is admin and the password is 1234. You should change the
password as soon as possible (see System Utility on page 16 for details). You will
now be on the WAP’s web-based management home page.

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Home
The WAP’s home page gives you information on your current WAP settings.
Parameter Description
Alias Name The alias name for the WAP. See Wireless Setting on page
6 for information on changing the alias name.
Uptime The amount of time WAP has been running.
Runtime Code Version The firmware version the WAP is using. See Upgrade on
page 19 for information on upgrading the firmware.
Mode The mode the WAP is operating in. See Wireless Setting on
page 6 for information on changing the mode.
ESSID The ESSID of the WAP. See Wireless Setting on page 6 for
information on changing the ESSID.
Channel Number The channel the WAP is using. See Wireless Setting on
page 6 for information on changing the channel number.
Security The current security settings for the WAP. See Security on
page 13 for information on changing your security settings.
Associated Clients The number of wireless clients currently associated with the
WAP.
BSSID The BSSID of the WAP. In Access Point mode, the BSSID is
the MAC Address of the WAP.
IP Address The IP address of the WAP.
Subnet Mask The subnet mask used by the WAP.
MAC Address The WAP’s MAC address.

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Wireless Setting
The Wireless Setting screen lets you change the mode the WAP is operating in. The
options available on the Wireless Setting screen change depending on the mode you
select.
AP Mode
When you are satisfied with your AP settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode fields shows that the WAP is in AP (access point)
mode.
Alias Name You can change the alias name of the WAP.
ESSID You can change the ESSID (up to 31 printable ASCII characters)
for your WAP. Remember, in order for your wireless clients to
associate with each other, they must have the same ESSID.
Channel Number You can change the channel the WAP is using. Remember, in
order for your wireless clients to associate with the WAP, they
must have the same channel. Whenever you change the
channel on the WAP, make sure that the channel numbers on
your associated clients are also changed.
Associated Clients Clicking on the Show Active Clients button brings up the
Active Wireless Client Table. The table shows the MAC
Address, number of transmitted packets, number of received
packets, transfer rate, power saving mode, and time expired for
each device associated with the WAP.

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Station - Ad Hoc mode
Both Station - Ad Hoc and Station - Infrastructure mode let your WAP1011BB act like a
wireless adapter for your wired PC. Station - Ad Hoc mode lets you join your
WAP1011BB to a a wireless LAN with peer-to-peer communication.
When you are satisfied with your Ad Hoc settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode field shows that the WAP is Station - Ad Hoc mode.
Alias Name You can change the alias name of the WAP1011BB.
ESSID You can change the ESSID (up to 31 printable ASCII characters)
for your WAP. Remember, in order for your wireless clients to
associate with each other, they must have the same ESSID.
Channel Number You can change the channel the WAP is using. Remember, in
order for your wireless clients to associate with each other, they
must have the same channel. Whenever you change the
channel on the WAP, make sure that the channel numbers on
your other devices are also changed.
Site Survey Click the Select Site Survey button to view the Wireless Site
Survey table. This table gives you a list of all available access
points in your area. You can then select an access point to
associate with. The table gives you information on the SSID,
BSSID, channel, type, encryption, and signal of each access
point.

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Station - Infrastructure
Both Station - Ad Hoc and Station - Infrastructure mode let your WAP1011BB act like a
wireless adapter for your wired PC. Station - Infrastructure mode lets your PC join a
wireless LAN through another wireless access point.
When you are satisfied with your Infrastructure settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode fields shows that the WAP is in Station-
Infrastructure mode.
Alias Name You can change the alias name of the WAP.
ESSID You can change the ESSID (up to 31 printable ASCII characters)
for your WAP. Remember, in order for your wireless clients to
associate with each other, they must have the same ESSID.
Site Survey Click the Select Site Survey button to view the Wireless Site
Survey table. This table gives you a list of all available access
points in your area. You can then select an access point to
associate with. The table gives you information on the SSID,
BSSID, channel, type, encryption, and signal of each access
point.

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AP Bridge - Point to Point
The AP Bridge modes let you bridge two or more wired Ethernet networks together. AP
Bridge - Point to Point mode lets you connect to another wireless access point in order to
connect the two wired networks.
Note: AP Bridge - Point to Point mode can only be used to bridge wired networks
together. When in this mode, the WAP1011BB can not accept connections from any other
wireless stations. If you need to be able to bridge wired Ethernet networks and still
provide connection service for other wireless stations, see AP Bridge - WDS on page 11.
When you are satisfied with your AP Bridge - Point to Point settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode fields shows that the WAP is AP Bridge - Point to
Point mode.
Channel Number You can change the channel the WAP is using. Remember, in
order for your wireless clients to associate with the WAP, they
must have the same channel.
MAC Address Enter the MAC address of the second wireless access point you
want to connect to.

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AP Bridge - Point to Multi-Point
The AP Bridge modes let you bridge two or more wired Ethernet networks together. AP
Bridge - Point to Multi-Point mode lets you connect to other wireless access points in
order to connect their wired networks.
Note: AP Bridge - Point to Multi-Point mode can only be used to bridge wired networks
together. When in this mode, the WAP1011BB can not accept connections from any other
wireless stations. If you need to be able to bridge wired Ethernet networks and still
provide connection service for other wireless stations, see AP Bridge - WDS on page 11.
When you are satisfied with your Point to Multi-Point settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode fields shows that the WAP is AP Bridge - Point to
Multi-Point mode.
Channel Number You can change the channel the WAP is using. Remember, in
order for your wireless clients to associate with the WAP, they
must have the same channel.
MAC Address Enter the MAC addresses of your other wireless access points
you wan to connect too.

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AP Bridge - WDS
In AP Bridge - WDS, the WAP1011BB is able to bridge wired Ethernet networks and still
provide connection service for other wireless stations. AP Bridge - WDS mode is a
combination of AP Mode and AP Bridge - Point to Multi-Point mode,
When you are satisfied with your WDS settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Mode The mode fields shows that the WAP is AP Bridge - WDS
mode.
Alias Name You can change the alias name of the WAP.
ESSID You can change the ESSID (up to 31 printable ASCII characters)
for your WAP. Remember, in order for your wireless clients to
associate with each other, they must have the same ESSID.
Channel Number You can change the channel the WAP is using. Remember, in
order for your wireless clients to associate with the WAP, they
must have the same channel.
MAC Address Enter the MAC addresses of your other wireless access points
that you want to bridge to.

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Advanced Setting
The Wireless Advanced Settings page lets you set some advanced wireless LAN
parameters. You should not change these parameters unless you know what effects they
will have on the WAP.
When you are satisfied with your Advance settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Authentication Type Choose the type of authentication for your wireless LAN:
Open System: In Open System, wireless stations can associate
with the WAP without any WEP encryption.
Shared Key: With Shared Key, only wireless clients with the
same WEP encryption key will be able to associate with the
WAP. In Shared Key mode, you will need to set up a WEP key
(See Security on page 13 for details).
Both: If you select Both, your wireless clients will be able to
associate with the WAP using either authentication type.
Fragment Threshold Specifies the maximum packet size for data transmission. If
you set this value too low, it will result in bad performance.
RTS Threshold Specifies the RTS threshold for data transmission. When a data
packet is less than the specified RTS threshold, the WAP will
not use the RTS/CT mechanism to send the packet.
Beacon Interval Specifies the amount of time between beacon broadcasts.
Data Rate Choose between transfer rates of Auto (best available rate), 11,
5.5, 2, or 1Mbits/sec.
Preamble Type Defines the length of the CRC block in the frames during the
wireless transmission. “Short Preamble” is appropriate for high
traffic networks. “Long Preamble” provides more reliable
communication for less busy networks.
Broadcast ESSID Choose whether or not to broadcast the WAP’s ESSID.
IAPP Choose to enable or disable IAPP. Enabling IAPP is
recommended if you have more than one wireless access point
in your WLAN and your wireless stations have roaming
requirements. Disabling this feature provides more security.

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Security
The Security page lets you set up encryption for your wireless network. If you set up an
encryption key, you must use the same key for both your WAP and each of your
wireless clients.
If you select a 64-bit or 128-bit WEP key, you will need to enter the WEP key to encrypt
your data. See the next page for details.
Parameter Default Description
WEP Mode Disable If you enable WEP mode, you can choose either a
64-bit or 128-bit WEP key. The 128-bit key provides
greater security, but a lower throughput. If you
select Disable, your data will be transmitted
without encryption.

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Encryption, continued
When you are satisfied with your encryption settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Key Format You can use either ASCII characters (alphanumeric
format) or hexadecimal digits (in the A~F, a~f, and
0~9 range) to be the WEP key. For example:
ASCII:guest
Hexadecimal: 12345abcde
Key Length Choose the length of your WEP encryption key.
Default Key Select one of the four encryption keys to encrypt
your data. Only the key you select in “Default Key”
will take effect.
Key 1 ~ Key 4 Fill in the text box using the rules below:
64-bit WEP: Input a ten-digit hexadecimal value
(example: 12345abcde) or a five-digit ASCII value
(example: guest).
128-bit WEP: Input a 26-digit hexadecimal value
(example: 0123456789abcdef0123456789) or a 13-
digit ASCII value (example: guestpassword).

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MAC Filtering
MAC filtering protects your network by allowing only specified computers to access
your network. Only computers with the specified MAC addresses will be able to
associate with your WAP.
Only the MAC Addresses entered into the MAC Address Filtering Table will be able to
associate with the WAP.
Parameter Description
Enable Wireless Access Control Check this box to allow MAC filtering.
MAC Address Enter the MAC address of the PC that is allowed to
access the Internet
Comment You can use this space to describe the setting.
Add, Clear When you have entered all the above information,
click the Add button to add the setting to the
MAC Filtering Table. To empty all fields, click
Clear.
Delete Selected, Delete All, To remove a setting, select it from the MAC
Reset Filtering Table and click Delete Selected. To delete
all settings, click Delete All. Click Reset to clear
your current selections.

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System Utility
The System Utility page lets you change the WAP’s password, IP address, and Subnet
Mask, or configure the WAP’s DHCP server.
Parameter Description
Current Password Enter your current password.
New Password Enter your new password.
Re-enter Password Re-enter your new password for confirmation.
WARNING! If you forget your password, you will have to
reset the WAP, which will erase all of your configurations.
IP Address Enter a new IP address for the WAP.
Subnet Mask Enter a new subnet mask for the WAP.
DHCP Server Choose whether you want the DHCP server
enabled or disabled.
Default Gateway IP Specify the gateway IP for your network. It must be
different from the IP address.
Domain Name Server IP Enter either the DNS IP Address given to you by your ISP
or the IP address of your preferred DNS server.

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System Utility, continued
When you are satisfied with your System Utility settings, click Apply.
Parameter Description
Start/End IP Designate an IP range for your DHCP server to assign to
your IP clients. By default, the range is 192.168.2.100 to
192.168.2.200.
Domain Name Enter a domain name for your WAP.
Lease Time The DHCP server will temporarily give your LAN clients
an IP address. If you specify a time period in the Lease
Time field, the DHCP server will refresh your IP addresses
once that time period has expired.

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Configuration Tool
The Configuration Tools page lets you save, restore, or reset your router’s configuration
settings.
Parameter Description
Backup Settings Clicking on the Save button will save the router’s
current configuration to a file named “config.bin”.
Restore Settings Click on the Browse button to locate the file and
click Upload to re-load the saved configuration.
Restore to Factory Default Click Reset to force the router to do a power reset
that will clear all configurations and restore the
original factory default settings.