MicroNet SP918BK Manuale utente
User’s Manual
Wireless LAN Access Point
Model No.: SP918BK
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1Introduction............................................................................. 1
1.1 Package Contents..........................................................................................2
1.2 Features.........................................................................................................2
1.3 Specifications................................................................................................2
1.4 Physical Description .....................................................................................3
Chapter 2Wireless LAN Access Point Connection................................ 5
Chapter 3Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration........................... 6
3.1 Getting Started ..............................................................................................6
3.2 Configuring the Access Point.....................................................................10
3.2.1 Status and Information.......................................................................................10
3.2.2 Wireless Setting .................................................................................................11
3.2.3 Advanced Setting...............................................................................................17
3.2.4 Encryption..........................................................................................................18
3.2.5 MAC Address Filtering......................................................................................23
3.2.6 System Utility ....................................................................................................25
3.2.7 Configuration Tool.............................................................................................29
3.2.8 Firmware Upgrade .............................................................................................31
3.2.9 Reset...................................................................................................................32
Chapter 4Troubleshooting .................................................................... 33
Introduction
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Chapter 1 Introduction
This product is an access point for IEEE 802.11b 2.4GHz wireless network. You can
use this access point to build up a wireless LAN. Any wireless LAN station can join
the wireless network by using the “Infrastructure Mode”.
The product supports WEP, ESSID and MAC address filter functions to consolidate
the wireless network security. With ESSID authentication, 64/128 bit WEP
encryption and MAC address filtering you can prevent unauthorized wireless stations
from accessing your wireless network.
The product’s dipole antenna is detachable by connecting to a RP-SMA connector.
Users can install a high gain antenna to the connector for better network link quality
so that you can build wireless network with more flexibility.
This product provides easy to use user interface and allows users to configuring from
web browser. Also it integrates DHCP server to provide multiple wireless and wired
users to get their IP address automatically. With the versatile of features, this product
is the best choice for you to integrate your wireless and wired network seamlessly.
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1.1 Package Contents
The Access Point includes the following items:
yMicronet SP918BK Wireless Access Point
yQuick Installation Guide
yManual CD
yPower Adapter
yExternal Antenna
1.2 Features
yComplies with the IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz specification.
yHigh data rate 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps network speed.
ySeamlessly integrate wireless and wired Ethernet LAN networks.
yAuto rate fallback in case of obstacles or interferences.
yProvide 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption function to protect the wireless
data transmissions.
yBuilt-in DHCP server supports auto IP addresses assignment.
ySupports Web-based configuration.
1.3 Specifications
yStandards: IEEE 802.11b (Wireless), IEEE 802.3 (Wired)
yData Rate: 11/5.5/2/1Mbps auto fallback
ySecurity: 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption
yFrequency Band: 2.400~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band)
yModulation: CCK@11/5.5Mbps, DQPSK@2Mbps and DBPSK@1Mbps
yRadio Technology: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
yAntenna: External detachable dipole antenna (with RP-SMA connector)
yConnectors: 10/100Mbps RJ-45 x 1
yPower: 12VDC, 0.5A
yTransmit Power: 18dBm (Typical)
yLEDs: Power, LAN Link/Activity, Wireless Activity
yDimension: 30(H) x 127(W) x 96(D) mm
yTemperature:
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Operating: 32~131°F (0~55°C)
Storage: -4~158°F(-20~70°C)
yHumidity: 10-90% (Noncondensing)
yCertification: FCC, CE
1.4 Physical Description
Front Panel
On the Access Point’s front panel there are LED lights that inform you of the Access
Point’s current status. Below is an explanation of each LED.
LED Color Status Description
Lit Power is supplied.
Power Green Off No Power.
Flash Antenna is transmitting or receiving data.Wireless
Activity Green Off Antenna is not transmitting or receiving data.
On A valid link is established.
Flash It is transmitting or receiving data.
LAN
Link/Activity Green Off No link is established.
Back Panel
Access Point’s connection ports are located on the back panel. Below is the
description of each connection port.
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yAntenna Connector
This round connection is standard Reverse SMA connector where any antennas
with Reverse SMA connector can connect to the Access Point.
yDC Adapter Port
Insert the power jack of the power adapter into this port.
yLAN Port
The Access Point’s LAN port is where you connect to your LAN’s network
devices.
yReset
The Reset button allows you to do one of two things.
1) If problems occur with your Access Point, press the reset button with a
pencil tip (for less than 4 seconds) and the Access Point will re-boot itself,
keeping your original configurations.
2) If problems persist or you experience extreme problems or you forgot your
password, press the reset button for longer than 4 seconds and the Access
Point will reset itself to the factory default settings (warning: your original
configurations will be replaced with the factory default settings).
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Chapter 2 Wireless LAN Access Point
Connection
1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless LAN Access Point.
The best location for your Access Point is usually at the center of your wireless
network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Connect the Wireless LAN Access Point to your router, hub or switch.
Connect one end of standard UTP cable to the Access Point’s LAN Port and
connect the other end of the cable to a switch, a router or a hub. The Access Point
will then be connected to your existed wired LAN Network.
3. Connect the DC Power Adapter to the Wireless LAN Access Point’s Power
Socket.
Only use the power adapter supplied with the Access Point. Using a different
adapter may damage the product.
The Hardware Installation is complete.
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Chapter 3 Wireless LAN Access Point
Configuration
3.1 Getting Started
This Access Point provides web-based configuration tool allowing you to configure
from wired or wireless stations. Follow the instructions below to get started
configuration.
From Wired Station
1. Make sure your wired station is in the same subnet with the Access Point.
The default IP Address and Sub Mask of the Access Point is:
Default IP Address: 192.168.2.1
Default Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Configure your PC to be in the same subnet with the Access Point.
1a) Windows 95/98/Me
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear.
3. Check your list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the Add button to
install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6.
4. In the Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol and click Add button.
5. In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft and TCP/IP and then click the
OK button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to
complete the installation.
6. After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select TCP/IP from the list of
Network Components and then click the Properties button.
7. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
•Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networks and File and printer sharing for
Microsoft Networks.
•Gateway: All fields are blank.
•DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
•WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
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•IP Address: Select Specify an IP Address. Specify the IP Address and Subnet Mask
as following example.
9IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is
available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
9Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
8. Reboot the PC. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
1b) Windows 2000
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the Network and Dial-up
Connection window, double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection
window will appear.
3. In the Local Area Connection window, click the Properties button.
4. Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on
your list. Select it and click the Properties button.
5. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Use the following IP address
and specify the IP Address and Subnet mask as following.
9IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is
available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
9Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
6. Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
1c) Windows NT
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear. Select the Protocol tab from
the Network window.
3. Check if the TCP/IP Protocol is on your list of Network Protocols. If TCP/IP is not installed,
click the Add button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 5.
4. In the Select Network Protocol window, select the TCP/IP Protocol and click the Ok
button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to
complete the installation.
5. After you install TCP/IP, go back to the Network window. Select TCP/IP from the list of
Network Protocols and then click the Properties button.
6. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
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•IP Address: Select Specify an IP address. Specify the IP Address and Subnet Mask
as following example.
9IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is
available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
9Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
•DNS: Let all fields are blank.
•WINS: Let all fields are blank.
•Routing: Let all fields are blank.
7. Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
2. Enter 192.168.2.1 from Web Browser to get into the Access Point’s
configuration tool.
3. A screen will be popped up and request you to enter user name and password.
The default user name and password is as follows.
User Name: Admin
Password: 1234
Enter the default user name and password, then press OK button directly.
4. You can start configuring the Access Point.
From Wireless Station
1. Make sure your wireless station is in the same subnet with the Access Point.
Please refer to the step 1 above for configuring the IP Address and Sub Mask of
the wireless station.
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