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Linksys WAP54GP User Manual

2.4ghz 802.11g wireless-g access point with power over ethernet
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User Guide
Access Point with
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WAP54GP
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  • Page 1 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G 802.11g User Guide Access Point with WIRELESS Power Over Ethernet WAP54GP Model No.
  • Page 2 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The Front Panel The Back Panel...
  • Page 4 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The Administration - Reboot Tab The Administration - Config Management Tab The Status - Local Network Tab The Status - Wireless Tab The Status - System Performance Tab Appendix A: Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks...
  • Page 5 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel Figure 3-2: Back Panel Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Figure 4-3: The Access Point’s Stand Slots Figure 4-4: The Access Point’s Wall-Mount Slots Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Figure 5-2: Connect the Network Cable to Your Switch or Router Figure 5-3: Connect the Network Cable to the Access Point...
  • Page 6 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Figure 6-9: Wireless - Wireless Network Access Screen Figure 6-10: Select MAC Address Screen Figure 6-11: Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Screen Figure 6-12: AP Mode Screen Figure 6-13: Wireless Repeater Diagram Figure 6-14: Site Survey Screen Figure 6-15: Wireless Bridge Diagram Figure 6-16: Administration - Management Screen Figure 6-17: Administration - Log Screen...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome access point: a device that allows wireless-equipped Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet. This Access Point will allow you to computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network wirelessly better than ever.

  • Page 8: What's In This User Guide

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Access Point’s applications and this User Guide. •...
  • Page 9 • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this User Guide?

  • Page 10: Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

    (peer-to-peer) without the use of an access Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point, such as the point.

  • Page 11: Network Layout

    If you want to use Power Over Ethernet (POE), then connect the Access Point to any switch or router that complies with the POE standard (802.3af)—or you can use a POE injector, such as the Linksys WAPPOE or WAPPOE12.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3: Getting To Know The Wireless-G Access Point With Power Over Ethernet

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The Front Panel The Access Point's LEDs, which indicate activity and status information, are located on the front panel. Power Green.

  • Page 13: The Back Panel

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet port: the connection point on a computer or The Back Panel networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters The Access Point's Ethernet network and power ports, as well as the Reset button, are located on the back panel. Ethernet Port The Ethernet network port connects to an Ethernet network device, such as a switch or router.

  • Page 14: Chapter 4: Connecting The Wireless-G Access Point With Power Over Ethernet

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Overview This chapter explains how to connect the Access Point for setups. Connections for Setup 1. Attach the Access Point’s antenna. 2. Connect your Ethernet network cable to your network router or switch. Then connect the other end of the network cable to the Access Point’s Ethernet port.

  • Page 15: Placement Options

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Placement Options There are three ways to place the Access Point. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Access Point vertically on a surface. The third way is to mount it on a wall.

  • Page 16: Chapter 5: Setting Up The Wireless-G Access Point With Power Over Ethernet

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Setup Wizard Now that you've connected the Access Point to your wired network, you are ready to begin setting it up. This Setup Wizard will take you through all the steps necessary to configure the Access Point.

  • Page 17: Figure 5-2: Connect The Network Cable To Your Switch Or Router

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 3. Optimally, you should set up the Access Point using a PC on your wired network. Connect a network cable to your network switch or router. Click the Next button to continue or Back to return to the previous screen. Figure 5-2: Connect the Network Cable to Your Switch or Router 4.

  • Page 18: Figure 5-4: Power On The Access Point

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 5. Connect the power adapter to the Access Point and an electrical outlet. (If you are using Power Over Ethernet, (POE), then you can skip this step.) Click the Next button to continue or Back to return to the previous screen. Figure 5-4: Power on the Access Point 6.

  • Page 19: Figure 5-6: Select An Access Point

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 7. The Setup Wizard will run a search for the Access Point within your network and then display a list along with the status information for the selected access point. If this is the only access point on your network, it will be the only one displayed.

  • Page 20: Figure 5-8: Configure Network Address Settings Screen

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 9. The Configure Network Address Settings screen will appear next. If your network router will automatically assign an IP address to the Access Point, then select Automatically obtain an IP address (DHCP). If you want to assign a static or fixed IP address to the Access Point, then select Set IP configuration manually.

  • Page 21: Figure 5-9: Wireless Settings Screen

    Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 10. The Wireless Settings screen should now appear. The Access Point can connect to up to eight wireless networks at the same time. On this screen, you can configure up to three SSIDs, as well as the Access Point’s channel setting and wireless mode.

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