Steren COM-817 User manual

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Before using your new Wireless-G Access point / repeater, please
read this instruction manual to prevent any damage. Put it away in
a safe place for future references.
CONTENT
One Wireless Access Point
One AC power Adapter for the Wireless Access Point
One Resource CD
If any of the listed contents are damaged or missing, please
contact the retailer from whom you purchased the Wireless Access
Point for assistance.
This AP provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and
radio-equipped wireless
devices. It adopts 2x to 3x eXtended RangeTM WLAN transmission
technology so
that transmission distance is 2-3 times of traditional IEEE 802.11g/b
solutions. Transmission range is extended to 4-9 times.
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If an
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of the listed contents are dama
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ed or missin
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, please
c
ontact the retailer from whom
y
ou purchased the Wireless Access
P
oint for assistance
.

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INTRODUCTION
The COM-817 54Mbps Wireless Access Point is the basic building block
of a wireless LAN infrastructure. It provides connectivity between E
thernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems,
desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
The COM-817 54Mbps Wireless Access Point acts as a bridge
between the wired LAN and wireless clients. Connecting multiple
COM-817 Access Points via a wired Ethernet backbone can further
lengthen the wireless network coverage.
In the most attentive wireless security, the COM-817 54Mbps Wireless
Access Point provides multiple protection methods. It can be set to turn
off wireless network name (SSID) broadcast so that only
stations that have the SSID can be connected. The AP provides
wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security, and WPA/WPA2
and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, as well as TKIP/AES
encryption security. It also supports VPN pass-through for sensitive data
secure transmission.
The COM-817 54Mbps Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE
802.11g/b standards so that the data transmission rate is up to 54Mbps.
It adopts 2x to 3x eXtended RangeTM WLAN transmission technology
so that transmission distance is 2-3 times of traditional IEEE 802.11g/b
solutions.
Transmission range is extended to 4-9 times. It is compatible with all
IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.

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FEATURES
Complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE
802.3u standards
Adopts 2x to 3x eXtended RangeTM WLAN transmission
technologies
Supports 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps or 11/5.5/3/2/1Mbps wireless
LAN data transfer rates
Provides WPA/WPA2 and 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security
Built-in DHCP server supporting dynamic IP address distributing
Supports MAC address filtering
Supports multiple operating modes (AP/AP Client/Repeater/Bridge/
Multi-Bridge)
Supports TCP/IP, DHCP, SNMP
Supports Traffic statistics
Supports firmware upgrade
Supports Remote and Web management
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CONTROLS
FRONTAL PANEL
LED Status Descri
p
tion
Off Power off
On P ower on
On I nitialisin
g
Flashin
g
Workin
g
p
ro
p
erl
y
Off There’s a hardware error.
Off There’s no device linked to the
corres
p
ondin
g
p
ort.
On There’s a device linked to the
corres
p
ondin
g
p
ort but no activit
y
.
Flashing There’s an active device linked to the
corres
p
ondin
g
p
ort.
Off The Wireless Radio function is disabled.
Flashin
g
T he Wireless Radio function is enabled.
POWER
SYSTEM
LAN
WLAN

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REAR PANEL
1.- Wireless antenna
2.- Reset button
There are two ways to reset the AP’s factory defaults:
a) Use the Factory Defaults function on System Tools ->
Factory Defaults page in the AP’s Web-based Utility.
b) Use the Reset button: First, turn off the AP’s power. Second,
press and hold the default reset button then turn on the AP’s
power, until the system LED lights up (about 3 seconds). Last,
release the reset button and wait for the AP to reboot.
Ensure the AP is powered on before it restarts completely.
One RJ45 LAN port
For connecting the AP to a hub or switch
AC power socket

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CONNECTING THE AP
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector
Ethernet broadband router
TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later,
Firefox
802.11g or 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the TL-WN510G
Wireless Adapter
INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Do not put under direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent
Do not cluttered or crowded. There should be at least 2 inches
(5cm) of clear space on all sides of the AP
Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
Operating temperature: 32°F~104°F
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
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CONNECTING THE AP
Next figure is an example of an infrastructure network incorporating the
COM-817. An Infrastructure network contains an access point or a
wireless router. For a typical connection of the AP, please do the
following:
1. You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber
line into your home or office). Consult with your Cable or DSL provider
for proper installation of the Modem.
2. Connect the Cable or DSL Modem to a Router. Quickly install the
router.
3. Locate an optimum location for the AP. The best place is usually near
the center of the area in which your PC(s) will wirelessly connect. The
place must accord with the Installation Environment Requirements.
4. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good
direction.
5. Connect the Ethernet Broadband Router to the COM-817. Power on
the AP.
6. If you are connecting a desktop PC or laptop to your network, install
the Wireless Adapter on the PC.

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Cable / DSL Modem
Router or Switch
COM-817
COM-817

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TCP/IP CONFIGURATION
After connecting the COM-817 into your network, you should configure
it. The default IP address of the Wireless Access Point is 192.168.1.1,
and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be
seen from the LAN.
They can be changed as you desire, as an example we use the default
values for description in this guide.
Connect the local PCs to the LAN ports on the AP. There are then two
ways to configure the IP address for your PCs:
Configure the IP address manually
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC(s). If you need instructions as
to how to do this, please refer to “ Configuring the PCs.”
2) Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.1.xxx
(“xxx” is from 2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is
192.168.1.1 (The AP’s default IP address)
Obtain an IP address automatically
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in “Obtain an IP address automatically”
mode on your PC(s). If you need instructions as to how to do this,
please refer to: “Configuring the PCs.”
2) Power off the AP and PC(s). Then turn on the AP, and restart the
PC(s). The built-in DHCP server will assign IP addresses for the PC(s).
Now, you can run Ping command in the command prompt to verify
the network connection between your PC(s) and the AP. The following
example is in Windows 2000 OS.

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Click ‘Start’→’Run’, type cmd in the text box and click Enter button, then
you will see a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, then press
Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to that shown in the figure, the
connection between your PC and the AP has been established.

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If the result displayed is similar to that shown in the figure, it means that
your PC has not connected to the AP. Please check it following these
steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the AP correct?
The LED of LAN port on the AP and LED on your PC’s adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
If the AP’s IP address is 192.168.1.1, your PC’s IP address must be
within the range of 192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254, the gateway must
be 192.168.1.1
T
he LED of LAN port on the AP and LED on
y
our PC’s adapter
should be lit
.
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our PC’s IP address must be
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CONFIGURING THE AP
This chapter describes each Web page’s key functions.
Login
With a Web-based (Internet Explorer or Firefox) utility, the Wireless
Access Point is easy to configure and manage. The Web-based utility
can be used on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web
browser.
Connect to the AP by typing http://192.168.1.1 in the address field of
Web browser.
After a moment, a login window will appear similar to that shown in the
figure. Enter admin for the User Name and Password, both in lower
case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter key.

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If the above screen does not prompt, it means that your Web
browser has been set to a proxy. Go to Tools menu>Internet
Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that appears,
cancel the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
After your successful login, you can configure and manage the AP.
There are six main menus on the left of the Web-based utility.
Submenus will be available after you click one of the main menus. The
six main menus are: Status, Network, Wireless, DHCP, Wireless
Advanced Settings and System Tools. On the right of the Web-based
utility, there are the detailed explanations and instructions for the
corresponding page. To apply any settings you have altered on the
page, please click the Save button.
If the above screen does not prompt, it means that
y
our Web
b
rowser has been set to a prox
y
. Go to Tools menu>Internet
Options>Connections>LAN Settin
g
s, in the screen that appears,
c
ancel the Usin
g
Prox
y
checkbox, and click OK to finish it
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STATUS
The Status page displays the AP’s current status and configuration. All
information is read-only.
1. Network
This field displays the current settings or information of the Network,
including the MAC address, IP address and Subnet Mask.
2. Wireless
This field displays basic information or status of the wireless function,
including Operating Mode, SSID, Channel, Mode, MAC Address and IP
Address.
3. Traffic Statistics
This field displays the AP’s traffic statistics.
4. System Up Time
The time of the AP running from it’s powered on or reset.

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NETWORK
You can configure the IP parameters of Network on this page.
Type
Choose the type for the IP Address: Static IP, Dynamic IP
(DHCP). If you choose Static IP, you need to configure the IP
Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway.
If you choose Dynamic IP (DHCP), you don’t need to configure
the other information any more.
IP Address
Enter the IP address of your AP in dotted-decimal notation
(factory default: 192.168.1.1).
Subnet Mask
An address code that determines the size of the network.
Normally use 255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask.

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Gateway
Enter the gateway address, it should be in the same subnet
with your IP address.
MAC Address
The physical address of the AP, as seen from the LAN. The
value can’t be changed.
If you change the IP Address, you must use the new IP
Address to login the AP.
If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same
subnet, the IP Address pool in the DHCP server will not
take effect until they are re-configured.
If you select “Dynamic IP“, the DHCP Server in this device
will not startup.
If
y
ou chan
g
e the IP Address,
y
ou must use the new IP
Address to lo
g
in the AP
.
If the new LAN IP Address
y
ou set is not in the same
subnet, the IP Address
p
ool in the DHCP server will not
take effect until the
y
are re-confi
g
ured
.
If
y
ou select “D
y
namic IP“, the DHCP Server in this device
will not startu
p.

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WIRELESS
There are four submenus under the Wireless menu: Basic Settings,
Security Settings, MAC Filtering and Wireless Statistics. Click any of
them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function. The
detailed explanations for each submenu are provided below.

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Basic Settings
The basic settings for the wireless network are set on this page: