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WLM2-G54 Users Guide.
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i W arning ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
ii 9.4.2 Syslog Setup .............................................................................................................. ......................................................................................................................
iii W arning This section explains the symbols, signs and ter minology used in this manual. The follo wing terminology is used in this manual to distinguish between an Ethernet 10/100B ASE-T LAN and a Wireless LAN and should not be constr ued as gener ally accepted ter minology outside this context.
1 PA R T I 1.0 Introduction I The WLM2-G54 protects customer s’ inv estments o ver the long ter m. Buffalo’ s new WLAN product, WLM2-G54, is the IEEE802.11g-based access point (AP). The Buffalo solution offers simultaneous commu- nication on both 11Mbps and 54Mbps bands without annoying bottlenecks.
2 5.0 F eatures The Buffalo AirStation Intelligent access point pro vides the features necessar y in today ’ s business en vironment, with a high level of reliability and security . Use of these features along with VPN will allo w the user to have the highest security a WLAN can offer .
3 TKIP – T emporal Key Integr ity Protocol is an advanced encr yption method using the RC4 algorithm. Instead of using the sequential IV , a r andom IV will be used, and the IV key definition will be updated regularly at a preset time inter val.
4 5.2.3 Spanning T ree (IEEE802.1d) Networ k looping often results in repeated packet transmission, which causes ov er loads and inter r uption of communications. The Spanning T ree in a network loop disconnects one of the links, rerouting the tr aff ic in the event of failure, avoiding pack et sending repetition and increasing network stability .
5 the Syslog ser ver as a par t of its administr a- tiv e utilities, it is possible to use additional off- the-shelf Syslog ser ver software. 5.5 Easy Suppor t F eatures Buffalo periodically releases new firmware updates for AirStation products. The firmware is easily uploaded to the AirStation from a PC .
6 system can be set with authenticated secur ity so that only the authorized tenants can access the networ k. Buffalo’ s wireless solution can be used as an optional fee-based ser vice . 6.3 Schools Sometimes it is necessar y for students to hav e per sonal Internet connections for schoolwork.
7 mands. With a wireless LAN, any changes in the factor y’ s machine layout can be com- pleted quickly . Wireless flexibility offer s installation and oper ation cost sa vings for the factor y . 6.6 Area Intranets Community buildings such as schools, city halls, gyms, etc .
8 7.2 Envir onmental Resistance The WLM2-G54 AP ’ s high durability design allows resistance to en vironmental conditions like temperature changes. Since it is less susceptible to en vironmental change, it is suitable f or warehouses, public areas and other locations where temperature control is not a vailable.
9 5 . After finding an AirStation, select Admin / Set IP address. 6. Either enter the IP and Subnet Mask address in the bo xes or select DHCP . 7. Lea ve the P assword bo x empty .
10 8.6 Input Parameters Through the Client Manag er 1. Click the "Management" to open the next page . 2. Click the "Time Settings" menu on the left (menu section) to set the cur rent time. Click Set. 3. Click the "LAN Setup" menu on the left; then click the "Wireless" menu.
11 possible to use an y other off-the-shelf software . ■ Note: If the AirStation is already connected by T elnet or Client Manager , you cannot log in from the ter minal software . 3. Setup the terminal as follows: Baud rate: 57600 Data bit: 8 Parity: None Stop bit: 1 Flow Control: None 4.
12 Manager or T er minal Software setup screen. 4. When login prompt appear s, enter “ root ” as a default login name . 5. Input "?"/press "Enter" to view list of commands.
13 9.3 Time Settings Input the cor rect time manually or input the NTP ser ver on y our networ k. Using NTP Ser ver : Check ON box in NTP . Specify the NTP ser ver name , check inter val, and time zone.
14 This enables repor ting to the syslog ser ver . Check the "ON" bo x if you want the system logs to be sent to the log ser ver . The setup for the log ser ver should be f ound in the syslog ’ s manual. The follo wing log type can be tranfered: Setting, Autheutif ication, Device , Filter , and System.
15 Data forwarding can be dela y ed by a preset length of time . The delay time value ma y be from 4~30 seconds. The default value is 5 seconds. 9.5.4 “ Hello ” Time The Hello message (to the networ k) broadcast time inter val can be changed. The "Hello" message is used to set up network routing under the Spanning T ree protocol.
16 9.6.3 Routing T able Entries Set routing information recognition and elimination. Check the item to be eliminated; then click "Delete Checked Items." 9.7 Basic Filter This is a simple f ilter for limiting access to the WLM2-G54. 9.7.1 Filter Settings Four f ilter s can be enabled by clicking “ add the r ule .
17 9.9.2 List of the Wireless PCs Displays the PCs that are comm unicating with the WLM2-G54. Check the "registr ation" box and click the "change" button to add a MA C address. 9.9.3 Authorized Wireless LAN PCs Displays all MA C addresses that are allow ed to comm unicate with the WLM2-G54.
18 4. Y ou will need the Wireless MA C address of the tar get WLM2-G54. Enter its MA C address in the field labeled "MA C Address of AirStation (Wireless)." Use the format XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX for the MA C address. 5. Click "Add." Repeat this process for up to 5 additional access points.
19 Configure EAP in the Security/802.11g screen. ■ Note: For MA C Access Restr iction, do not check the "Enab le" box until y ou have set up Author ized MA C addresses (Section 9.8.4.3). 9.10.6 Privacy , WEP Set the encr yption method used in wireless communications f or the protection of y our data.
20 9.11.3 Inter val of Checking Connection Inter val timer to check connection with destination host. 9.11.4 Retr y Count The number of times a retr y will be at- tempted when a failed connection is detected. The retr y is perfor med ever y 2 seconds.
21 10.2.1 Unit Information (see previous page) Parameter s used in the WLM2-G54: 1. Model Name: The AirStation model name and firmware ver sion number 2. AirStation Name: The alias for the AirStation 3. Wired Settings: WLM2-G54 ’ s wired MA C address 4.
22 log related to the setup histor y from a browser or T elnet session is recorded. 10.2.5 Ping T est The WLM2-G54 issues a ping test to the tar get PC in order for the AirStation to check the communication link. Input the tar get device ’ s IP address and click "OK".
23 Additional Information For more information, please consult one of the following: • The on-line help system of your AirStation wireless system - for information about software and driver functionality . • The AirStation web site - for frequently ask ed questions (FA Q ’ s) and Software Updates.
24 Appendix A - Intelligent Access P oint (WLM2-G54) Specifications Frequency Band 2.4GHz channel suppor t Oper ating Channels 11 channels; 20 MHz BW 1:2412, 2:2417, 3:2422, 4:2427, 5:2432, 6:2437, 7:2442, 8:2447, 9:2452, 10:2457, 11:2462 Standards IEEE 802.
25 Appendix B - T r oubleshooting This appendix is divided into follo wing sections with each with it ’ s own specif ic troubleshooting tips: • LED Activity on section B.1. • Other Problems on section B.2. B.1 LED Activity • P ow er LED should be GREEN • Wireless LED should be GREEN if the line is active.
26 Client : A PC or a w or kstation on a networ k. CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) : Calculation method used to check the accuracy of a digital tr ansmission over a communications link. Cross-Ov er Wiring: A UTP cable that has its tr ansmit and receive wires crossed to allo w communications betw een two devices.
27 of information that is sent in packets across the Internet or Intr anet. Infrastructur e : A wireless netw or k or other small network in which the wireless networ k devices are made a par t of the networ k through the Access P oint. ISP (Internet Ser vice Pro vider) : A company that pro vides access to the Inter net and related ser vices.
28 ROM (Read Onl y Memory) : P er manent memor y . Router : A device that can connect individual LANs and remote sites to a ser ver . Roaming : The ability to use a wireless device and be able to mo ve from one access point to another without losing the connection.
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