ZyXEL Communications WAP3205 User manual

Quick Start Guide
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WAP3205 v2
Wireless N300 Access Point
Version 1.00
Edition 2, 12/2012
Copyright © 2012 ZyXEL Communications Corporation
User’s Guide
Default Login Details
LAN IP Address http://192.168.1.2
Password 1234

WAP3205 v2 User’s Guide2
IMPORTANT!
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
KEEP THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Screenshots and graphics in this book may differ slightly from your product due to differences in
your product firmware or your computer operating system. Every effort has been made to ensure
that the information in this manual is accurate.
Related Documentation
•QuickStartGuide
The Quick Start Guide shows how to connect the WAP3205 v2 and access the Web Configurator.

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Contents Overview
User’s Guide .........................................................................................................................................9
Getting to Know Your WAP3205 v2 ........................................................................................................11
WAP3205 v2 Modes ...............................................................................................................................15
Access Point Mode .................................................................................................................................17
Client Mode .............................................................................................................................................23
Universal Repeater Mode .......................................................................................................................33
Introducing the Web Configurator ...........................................................................................................43
Connection Wizard ..................................................................................................................................49
Tutorials ..................................................................................................................................................59
Technical Reference ..........................................................................................................................77
Monitor ....................................................................................................................................................79
Wireless LAN ..........................................................................................................................................83
LAN .......................................................................................................................................................101
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................................105
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................113

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Contents Overview ..............................................................................................................................3
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................5
Part I: User’s Guide ...........................................................................................9
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your WAP3205 v2...................................................................................................11
1.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................11
1.2 Applications .......................................................................................................................................11
1.3 Ways to Manage the WAP3205 v2 ...................................................................................................11
1.4 Good Habits for Managing the WAP3205 v2 ....................................................................................12
1.5 Resetting the WAP3205 v2 ...............................................................................................................12
1.5.1 Procedure to Use the Reset Button .........................................................................................12
1.6 The WPS Button ...............................................................................................................................12
1.7 LEDs .................................................................................................................................................13
1.8 Wall Mounting ...................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 2
WAP3205 v2 Modes............................................................................................................................15
2.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................15
2.1.1 Device Modes ..........................................................................................................................15
Chapter 3
Access Point Mode.............................................................................................................................17
3.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................17
3.2 What You Can Do .............................................................................................................................17
3.3 What You Need to Know ...................................................................................................................18
3.3.1 Setting your WAP3205 v2 to AP Mode ....................................................................................18
3.3.2 Configuring your WLAN, LAN and Maintenance Settings .......................................................18
3.4 AP Mode Status Screen ....................................................................................................................18
3.4.1 Navigation Panel .....................................................................................................................21
Chapter 4
Client Mode .........................................................................................................................................23
4.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................23
4.2 What You Can Do .............................................................................................................................23
4.3 What You Need to Know ...................................................................................................................23

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4.4 Setting your WAP3205 v2 to Client Mode .........................................................................................24
4.5 Client Mode Status Screen ................................................................................................................24
4.6 Wireless LAN Profile Screen .............................................................................................................26
4.6.1 Adding a New WLAN Profile ....................................................................................................27
4.7 Site Survey Screen ...........................................................................................................................31
4.8 WPS Screen ......................................................................................................................................32
Chapter 5
Universal Repeater Mode...................................................................................................................33
5.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................33
5.2 What You Can Do .............................................................................................................................33
5.3 What You Need to Know ...................................................................................................................34
5.4 Setting your WAP3205 v2 to Universal Repeater Mode ...................................................................34
5.5 Universal Repeater Mode Status Screen ..........................................................................................34
5.6 WPS Screen ......................................................................................................................................36
5.7 Universal Repeater Screen ...............................................................................................................37
5.7.1 No Security ..............................................................................................................................38
5.7.2 Static WEP ...............................................................................................................................39
5.7.3 WPA(2)-PSK ............................................................................................................................40
5.8 Site Survey Screen ...........................................................................................................................41
Chapter 6
Introducing the Web Configurator ....................................................................................................43
6.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................43
6.2 Accessing the Web Configurator .......................................................................................................43
6.2.1 Login Screen ...........................................................................................................................43
6.2.2 Password Screen ....................................................................................................................44
6.2.3 Home Screen ...........................................................................................................................45
6.3 Resetting the WAP3205 v2 ...............................................................................................................47
6.3.1 Procedure to Use the Reset Button .........................................................................................47
Chapter 7
Connection Wizard .............................................................................................................................49
7.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................49
7.2 Accessing the Wizard ........................................................................................................................49
7.2.1 Device Password .....................................................................................................................49
7.2.2 Operation Mode .......................................................................................................................50
7.2.3 Wireless Configuration ............................................................................................................50
Chapter 8
Tutorials...............................................................................................................................................59
8.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................59
8.2 Connecting to the Internet from an Access Point ..............................................................................59

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8.3 Configuring Wireless Security Using WPS ........................................................................................59
8.3.1 Push Button Configuration (PBC) ............................................................................................60
8.3.2 PIN Configuration ....................................................................................................................61
8.4 Enabling and Configuring Wireless Security (No WPS) ....................................................................62
8.4.1 Configure Your Notebook ........................................................................................................64
8.5 Using Multiple SSIDs on the WAP3205 v2 .......................................................................................66
8.5.1 Configuring Security Settings of Multiple SSIDs ......................................................................67
8.6 Connecting the WAP3205 v2 (in Universal Repeater Mode) to an AP or Wireless Router ...............70
8.7 Connecting the WAP3205 v2 (in Client Mode) to an AP or Wireless Router ....................................73
8.7.1 Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Site Survey .............................................................73
8.7.2 Connecting to a Wireless Network Using a Profile ..................................................................75
8.7.3 Deploying the WAP3205 v2 in your Network ...........................................................................76
Part II: Technical Reference............................................................................77
Chapter 9
Monitor.................................................................................................................................................79
9.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................79
9.2 What You Can Do .............................................................................................................................79
9.3 Log ....................................................................................................................................................79
9.4 Packet Statistics .............................................................................................................................80
9.5 WLAN Station Status .....................................................................................................................81
Chapter 10
Wireless LAN.......................................................................................................................................83
10.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................................83
10.2 What You Can Do ...........................................................................................................................83
10.3 What You Should Know ..................................................................................................................84
10.3.1 Wireless Security Overview ...................................................................................................84
10.4 General Wireless LAN Screen .......................................................................................................87
10.5 Wireless Security Screen ................................................................................................................88
10.5.1 No Security ............................................................................................................................88
10.5.2 WEP Encryption ....................................................................................................................89
10.5.3 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK ...........................................................................................................90
10.5.4 WPA/WPA2 Authentication ....................................................................................................91
10.6 MAC Filter .......................................................................................................................................93
10.7 Wireless LAN Advanced Screen .....................................................................................................94
10.8 Quality of Service (QoS) Screen .....................................................................................................95
10.9 WPS Screen ....................................................................................................................................96
10.10 WPS Station Screen ......................................................................................................................97
10.11 Scheduling Screen ........................................................................................................................97

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10.12 WDS Screen .................................................................................................................................98
Chapter 11
LAN ....................................................................................................................................................101
11.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................101
11.2 What You Can Do ..........................................................................................................................101
11.3 What You Need To Know ...............................................................................................................101
11.3.1 IP Alias .................................................................................................................................102
11.4 LAN IP Screen ...............................................................................................................................102
11.5 IP Alias Screen ..............................................................................................................................103
Chapter 12
Maintenance......................................................................................................................................105
12.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................105
12.2 What You Can Do .........................................................................................................................105
12.3 General Screen ............................................................................................................................105
12.4 Password Screen ..........................................................................................................................106
12.5 Time Setting Screen ......................................................................................................................107
12.6 Firmware Upgrade Screen ............................................................................................................108
12.7 Configuration Backup/Restore Screen ..........................................................................................110
12.8 Reset/Restart Screen .................................................................................................................... 111
Chapter 13
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................113
13.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs ....................................................................................113
13.2 WAP3205 v2 Access and Login ....................................................................................................114
13.3 Internet Access .............................................................................................................................115
13.4 Resetting the WAP3205 v2 to Its Factory Defaults .......................................................................116
13.5 Wireless Router/AP Troubleshooting ............................................................................................117
Appendix A Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions..................................................119
Appendix B IP Addresses and Subnetting.......................................................................................129
Appendix C Setting Up Your Computer’s IP Address......................................................................139
Appendix D Wireless LANs..............................................................................................................167
Appendix E Common Services........................................................................................................181
Appendix F Legal Information..........................................................................................................185
Index ..................................................................................................................................................191

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PART I
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CHAPTER 1
Getting to Know Your WAP3205 v2
1.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the WAP3205 v2.
The WAP3205 v2 extends the range of your existing wired network without additional wiring,
providing easy network access to mobile users. You can set up a wireless network with other IEEE
802.11b/g/n compatible devices.
1.2 Applications
Your can have the following networks on the WAP3205 v2:
•Wired. You can connect to a broadband modem/router for Internet access and/or connect
network devices via the Ethernet ports of the WAP3205 v2 so that they can communicate with
each other and access the Internet.
•Wireless. Wireless clients can connect to the WAP3205 v2 to access network resources.
Figure 1 WAP3205 v2 Network
1.3 Ways to Manage the WAP3205 v2
Use any of the following methods to manage the WAP3205 v2.
• Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the WAP3205 v2 using a
(supported) web browser.
• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button. You can use the WPS button or the WPS section of the Web
Configurator to set up a wireless network with your WAP3205 v2.

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1.4 Good Habits for Managing the WAP3205 v2
Do the following things regularly to make the WAP3205 v2 more secure and to manage the
WAP3205 v2 more effectively.
• Change the password. Use a password that’s not easy to guess and that consists of different
types of characters, such as numbers and letters.
• Write down the password and put it in a safe place.
• Back up the configuration (and make sure you know how to restore it). Restoring an earlier
working configuration may be useful if the device becomes unstable or even crashes. If you
forget your password, you will have to reset the WAP3205 v2 to its factory default settings. If you
backed up an earlier configuration file, you would not have to totally re-configure the WAP3205
v2. You could simply restore your last configuration.
1.5 Resetting the WAP3205 v2
If you forget your password or IP address, or you cannot access the Web Configurator, you will need
to use the RESET button at the back of the WAP3205 v2 to reload the factory-default configuration
file. This means that you will lose all configurations that you had previously saved, the password
will be reset to “1234” and the IP address of the WAP3205 v2 will be reset to “192.168.1.2”.
1.5.1 Procedure to Use the Reset Button
1Make sure the power LED is on.
2Press the RESET button for one to five seconds to reboot the WAP3205 v2.
3Press the RESET button for longer than five seconds to set the WAP3205 v2 back to its factory-
default configurations.
1.6 The WPS Button
You can use the WPS button ( ) on the front panel of the WAP3205 v2 to activate WPS in order
to quickly set up a wireless network with strong security.
1Make sure the power LED is on (not blinking).
2Press the WPS button for more than three seconds and release it. Press the WPS button on another
WPS-enabled device within range of the WAP3205 v2.
Note: You must activate WPS in the WAP3205 v2 that acts as the AP and in another
wireless device within two minutes of each other.

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1.7 LEDs
Figure 2 Front Panel
The following table describes the LEDs and the WPS button.
Table 1 Front Panel LEDs and WPS Button
LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION
Power Green On The WAP3205 v2 is receiving power and starts up.
Blinking The WAP3205 v2 is in the process of default restoring.
Off The WAP3205 v2 is not receiving power.
LAN 1-2 Green On The WAP3205 v2 has a successful 10/100MB Ethernet
connection.
Blinking The WAP3205 v2 is sending/receiving data through the LAN.
Off The LAN is not connected.
WLAN Green On The WAP3205 v2 is ready, but is not sending/receiving data
through the wireless LAN.
Blinking The WAP3205 v2 is sending/receiving data through the wireless
LAN.
Off The wireless LAN is not ready or has failed.

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1.8 Wall Mounting
You may need screw anchors if mounting on a concrete or brick wall.
1Select a position free of obstructions on a wall strong enough to hold the weight of the device.
2Mark two holes on the wall at the appropriate distance apart for the screws.
Be careful to avoid damaging pipes or cables located inside the wall
when drilling holes for the screws.
3If using screw anchors, drill two holes for the screw anchors into the wall. Push the anchors into the
full depth of the holes, then insert the screws into the anchors. Do not insert the screws all the way
in - leave a small gap of about 0.5 cm.
If not using screw anchors, use a screwdriver to insert the screws into the wall. Do not insert the
screws all the way in - leave a gap of about 0.5 cm.
4Make sure the screws are fastened well enough to hold the weight of the WAP3205 v2 with the
connection cables.
5Align the holes on the back of the WAP3205 v2 with the screws on the wall. Hang the WAP3205 v2
on the screws.
Figure 3 Wall Mounting Example
WPS Green On WPS is enabled.
Blinking The WAP3205 v2 is negotiating a WPS connection with a
wireless client.
Off WPS is disabled.
Table 1 Front Panel LEDs and WPS Button
LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION
Table 2 Wall Mounting Information
Distance between holes 11 cm
M4 Screws Two
Screw anchors (optional) Two

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CHAPTER 2
WAP3205 v2 Modes
2.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the different modes available on your WAP3205 v2.
•Device mode. This is the operating mode of your WAP3205 v2, or simply how the WAP3205 v2
is being used in the network.
2.1.1 Device Modes
This refers to the operating mode of the WAP3205 v2, which can act as a:
•Access Point. Use this mode if you want to extend your network by allowing network devices to
connect to the WAP3205 v2 wirelessly. Go to Section 3.4 on page 18 to view the Status screen in
this mode.
In this mode, you can also set the WAP3205 v2 to work as an AP only, a wireless bridge to
establish wireless links with other APs (WDS bridge), or an AP and bridge simultaneously (WDS
repeater). See Section 10.12 on page 98 for more information.
•Client. Use this mode if there is an existing wireless router or access point in the network to
which you want to connect your local network. Go to Section 4.5 on page 24 to view the Status
screen in this mode. In Client mode, you should know the SSID and wireless security details of
the access point to which you want to connect.
•Universal Repeater. In this mode, the WAP3205 v2 can be an access point and a wireless client
at the same time. Use this mode if there is an existing wireless router or access point in your
network and you also want to allow clients to connect to the WAP3205 v2 wirelessly. Go to
Section 4.5 on page 24 to view the Status screen in this mode.
The following figure is a simple illustration of the device configuration modes of the WAP3205 v2.

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Figure 4 Device Mode Example
Note: Choose your device mode carefully to avoid having to change it later.
2.1.1.1 Changing Operating Mode
Push the AP UR CL switch on the WAP3205 v2’s side panel to the AP position to have the WAP3205
v2 act as an access point. Push the switch to the CL position to have the WAP3205 v2 work as a
universal repeater. Otherwise, push the switch to the CL position to have the WAP3205 v2 work as
a wireless client.
The WAP3205 v2 restarts automatically after you change operating modes.
Figure 5 Side Panel

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CHAPTER 3
Access Point Mode
3.1 Overview
The WAP3205 v2 is set to access point mode by default. In this mode your WAP3205 v2 bridges a
wired network (LAN) and wireless LAN (WLAN) in the same subnet. See the figure below for an
example.
Figure 6 Wireless Internet Access in Access Point Mode
Note: See Chapter 8 on page 59 for an example of setting up a wireless network in
Access Point mode.
3.2 What You Can Do
•UsetheStatus screen (Section 3.4 on page 18) to view read-only information about your
WAP3205 v2.
•UsetheLAN screen (Chapter 11 on page 101) to set the IP address for your WAP3205 v2 acting
as an access point.
•UsetheWireless LAN screens (Chapter 10 on page 83) to configure the wireless settings and
wireless security between the wireless clients and the WAP3205 v2.

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3.3 What You Need to Know
See Chapter 8 on page 59 for a tutorial on setting up a network with the WAP3205 v2 as an access
point.
3.3.1 Setting your WAP3205 v2 to AP Mode
1To use your WAP3205 v2 as an access point, see Section 2.1.1.1 on page 16.
2Connect your computer to the LAN port of the WAP3205 v2.
3The default IP address of the WAP3205 v2 is “192.168.1.2”. In this case, your computer must have
an IP address in the range between “192.168.1.3” and “192.168.1.254”.
4Click Start > Run on your computer in Windows. Type “cmd” in the dialog box. Enter “ipconfig” to
show your computer’s IP address. If your computer’s IP address is not in the correct range then see
Appendix C on page 139 for information on changing your computer’s IP address.
5After you’ve set your computer’s IP address, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer and
type “http://192.168.1.2” as the web address in your web browser.
6Enter “1234” (default) as the password and click Login.
7Type a new password and retype it to confirm, then click Apply. Otherwise, click Ignore.
3.3.2 Configuring your WLAN, LAN and Maintenance Settings
•SeeChapter 10 on page 83 and Chapter 11 on page 101 for information on the configuring your
wireless network and LAN settings.
•SeeChapter 12 on page 105 for information on configuring your Maintenance settings.
3.4 AP Mode Status Screen
Click to open the Status screen.

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Figure 7 Status Screen: Access Point Mode
The following table describes the icons shown in the Status screen.
Table 3 Status Screen Icon Key: Access Point Mode
ICON DESCRIPTION
Click this to go to the Home page.
Click this icon to view copyright and a link for related product information.
Click this icon to open the wizard. See Chapter 7 on page 49.
Select a number of seconds or None from the drop-down list box to refresh all screen statistics
automatically at the end of every time interval or to not refresh the screen statistics.
Click this button to refresh the status screen statistics.
Click this icon to see the Status page. The information in this screen depends on the device
mode you select.
Click this icon to see the Monitor navigation menu.
Click this icon to see the Configuration navigation menu.
Click this icon to see the Maintenance navigation menu.

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The following table describes the labels shown in the Status screen.
Table 4 Status Screen: Access Point Mode
LABEL DESCRIPTION
Logout Click this at any time to exit the Web Configurator.
Device Information
Host Name This is the WAP3205 v2’s model name.
Firmware Version This is the firmware version and the date created.
Sys OP Mode This is the device mode (Section 2.1.1 on page 15) to which the WAP3205 v2 is set - Access
Point Mode.
LAN Information
MAC Address This shows the LAN Ethernet adapter MAC Address of your device.
IP Address This shows the LAN port’s IP address.
IP Subnet Mask This shows the LAN port’s subnet mask.
Default Gateway This shows the gateway IP address.
DHCP This shows the LAN port’s DHCP role - Client or None.
WLAN Information
WLAN OP Mode This is the device mode (Section 2.1.1 on page 15) to which the WAP3205 v2’s wireless LAN
is set - Access Point Mode.
MAC Address This shows the wireless adapter MAC Address of your device.
Status This shows the current status of the Wireless LAN - ON.
Name (SSID) This shows a descriptive name used to identify the WAP3205 v2 in the wireless LAN.
Channel This shows the channel number which you select manually or the WAP3205 v2 automatically
scans and selects.
Operating Channel This shows the channel number which the WAP3205 v2 is currently using over the wireless
LAN.
Security Mode This shows the level of wireless security the WAP3205 v2 is using.
802.11 Mode This shows the wireless standard.
WPS This displays Configured when the WPS has been set up.
This displays Unconfigured if the WPS has not been set up.
Click the status to display Network > Wireless LAN > WPS screen.
Interface Status
Interface This displays the WAP3205 v2 port types. The port types are: LAN and WLAN.
Status For the LAN ports, this field displays Down (line is down) or Up (line is up or connected).
For the WLAN, it displays Up when the WLAN is enabled or Down when the WLAN is
disabled.
Rate For the LAN ports, this displays the port speed or N/A when the line is disconnected.
For the WLAN, it displays the maximum transmission rate when the WLAN is enabled and N/
Awhen the WLAN is disabled.
System Status
Item This column shows the type of data the WAP3205 v2 is recording.
Data This column shows the actual data recorded by the WAP3205 v2.
System Up Time This is the total time the WAP3205 v2 has been on.
Current Date/Time This field displays your WAP3205 v2’s present date and time.
System Resource