TRENDnet TEW-637AP - 300Mbps Wireless Easy-N-Upgrader User manual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 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: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination.
The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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European Union Notice:
Radio products with the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), the EMC
Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission
of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms:
 EN 60950 Product Safety
 EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment
 EN 301 489-1/-17 General EMC requirements for radio equipment
Trademark recognition
All product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are
acknowledged.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started with the TEW-637AP.................................5
Package Contents .......................................................….6
Minimum System Requirements ..................................…6
Introduction..........................................................................7
Features........................................................................…7
Hardware Overview .............................................................8
Rear Panel.....................................................................…8
Front Panel....................................................................…9
Installation Considerations ............................................…9
Getting Started ............................................................…10
Using the Configuration Menu...........................................17
Network........................................................................…18
Wireless........................................................................…20
Administrator.................................................................…31
Glossary................................................................................35
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Package Contents
 TEW-637AP 11n (Draft) AP
 CAT-5 Ethernet Cable (the TEW-637AP’s Ethernet ports is Auto-MDIX)
 Power Adapter (12.0V, 1.0A)
 CD-ROM with Manual & Wizard
 Quick Installation Guide
Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your product
will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Minimum System Requirements
Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed
Ethernet adapter and CD-ROM.
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 Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator Version 7.0 and Above
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Introduction
The TEW-637AP is an 802.11n (draft 2.0) high-performance, wireless AP that supports high-speed
wireless networking at home, at work or in public places.
Unlike most Access Points, the TEW-637AP provides data transfers at up to 300 Mbps when used
with other 11n products. This AP is backwards compatible with 802.11b/g products. This means that
you do not need to change your entire network to maintain connectivity. You may sacrifice some of
802.11g’s speed when you mix 802.11n (draft2.0) and 802.11g devices, but you will not lose the ability
to communicate when you incorporate the 802.11n (draft 2.0) into your 802.11g network. You may
choose to slowly change your network by gradually replacing the 802.11g devices with 802.11n (draft
2.0) devices.
Features
 Supports IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) & 11b/g 2.4GHz wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
application
 2.412 to 2.484GHz frequency band operation
 Compliant with IEEE 802.3 & 3u standards
 Support OFDM and CCK modulation
 Data rates of 1,2.5.5,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54Mbps and 802.11n (draft 2.0) offering up to 300Mbps.
 Support one LAN port
 Support WEP & WPA security
 Support two external antennas
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Hardware Overview
Auto MDI/MDIX 10/100Mbps LAN Ports
This port automatically senses the cable type when connecting to Router.
Reset Button
Pressing the reset button restores the AP to its original factory default settings.
DC-IN
The DC power input connector is a single jack socket to supply power to the
TEW-637AP. Please use the Power Adapter provided on the TEW-637AP
package.
Rear Panel
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WLAN LED
A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data
transmission.
WPS LED
This LED blinks during WPS function is enabled.
LAN LED
A solid light indicates a connection to a Router on the LAN port. This LED blinks
during data transmission.
POWER LED
A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.
WPS Button
Press the button to enable WPS function. Front Panel
Installation Considerations
The TEW-637AP AP lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually
anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location
of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise
in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the TEW-637AP and other network devices to a
minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30
meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2 Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at
a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over
42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or
ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3 Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may
have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless
adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
4 Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances
that generate extreme RF noise.
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Getting Started
For a typical wireless setup at home, please do the following:
1 Connect one end of the provided network cable into your computer’s network port, and connect the
other end of the provided network cable into the TEW-637AP’s Ethernet port.
2 Plug the power adapter to outlay, and connect the power jack to the TEW-637AP.
3 Verify that the Power & Ethernet LEDs are lit.
4 Insert Setup Wizard CD into your CD-ROM drive.
5 The Welcome screen appears on your monitor. Click Start button.
6 Read the License Agreement and click Next to continue the installation.
7 Your computer will detect TEW-637AP and the Device List screen appears on your monitor. Click
Configure button to continue (default TEW-637AP IP Address is 192.168.10.100).
8 Enter password for the Access Point. The default password is “admin”. Click Login button to
continue.
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9 To change IP address, you can select “IP address setting” and click Next button to continue.
10. The default IP address is 192.168.10.100, you can choose to obtain network setting automatically,
or set the IP address manually. After setting, click Next to complete it.
11. To setup TEW-637AP or add/connect your wireless client to this AP, please select “Wireless
wizard” and click Next to continue.
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12. Select WPS to connect your wireless client device to this AP, and click Next button.
13. Select one of the Wi-Fi Protected Setup methods to connect your wireless client device to this AP.
Use Push Button, click Next button to continue. You also need to enable WPS function of the
wireless client device to make connection.
14. Use PIN and enter your wireless client PIN number on Wireless Device PIN, and then click Next
button to make wireless connection.
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15.To set TEW-637AP security, select Manual setup and click Next button
17. Enter SSID of TEW-637AP, click Next button.
18. To disable Security Mode, select None and click Next button.
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19. To use WEP security, select WEP and click Next button. Select 64-bit or 128-bit WEP
key length, and enter your WEP key. For 64-bit encryption, enter 10 hexadecimal
characters, For 128-bit encryption, enter 26 hexadecimal characters. Click Next to continue
the setting. To use WPA-PSK security, select WPA-PSK and click Next button. Select WPA
Mode: WPA Only, WPA2 Only, WPA or WPA2, and set Pre-Shared Key by entering 8 ~
63 characters. Click Next to continue the setting.
20. Confirm your new settings. It is recommended that you save or print your wireless
settings with the Save or Print buttons. Once finished, click Next to continue.
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21.Save you setting to a text file in a desired location.
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22.Congratulations you have configured you TEW-637AP.
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Using the Configuration Menu
Whenever you want to configure your TEW-637AP, you can access the Configuration Menu by opening
the Web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the TEW-637AP.
 Open the Web browser.
 Type in the current IP Address of the AP (i.e. http://192.168.10.100).
If you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the TEW-637AP, make sure to enter
the correct IP Address.
 Type admin in the User Name field.
 Leave the Password blank.
 Click Login In.
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Network
The Network tab provides the following configuration options: LAN Setting.
Network LAN Setting
These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the Access Point. The Access Point's
local network (LAN) settings are configured based on the IP Address and Subnet Mask assigned in this
section. The IP address is also used to access this Web-based management interface.
LAN Connection Type
Choose "Static IP (fixed IP)" if your router does not support DHCP or if for any other reason you need
to assign a fixed address to the AP. In this case, you must also configure the following fields.
IP Address
The IP address of the AP on the local area network. Assign any unused IP address in the range of IP
addresses available for the LAN. For example, 192.168.10.100.
Subnet Mask
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The subnet mask of the local area network.
Default Gateway
The IP address of the router on the local area network.
Choose “DHCP (Auto Config)” if your router supports DHCP and you want the router to assign an IP
address to the AP.
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Wireless
The wireless section is used to configure the wireless settings for your Access Point. Note that changes
made in this section may also need to be duplicated on wireless clients that you want to connect to your
wireless network.
To protect your privacy, use the wireless security mode to configure the wireless security features.
The Wireless tab provides the following configuration options: Basic, Advanced, MAC Filter, Security,
WPS and Station List.
Wireless Basic
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Radio On/Off
Press this button to toggle radio On/off.
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