Buffalo Technology WBR-G54 - Manual

2 3 • Buffalo’s easy connection method and picture guided setup instruction. • Broadband router static and dynamic routing methods between WAN and LAN based on updated routing tables. An economical way to bridge multiple networks. • Optional external antennas for boost- ing range and signal quality....

2 Buffalo’s fi rewall function provides:• Protection of personal data/fi les by either eliminating the intruder on the spot or sending intruders to a nonfunc-tional zone • Notifi cation of the attack (pop-up warning, email warning, and auto packet rejection) 1.6 AirStation Broadband Router Access Po...

5 Fig ure 2.1.3 AirStation Selection Figure 2.1.4 Confi gure IP Address system requires Explorer 4.0 or higher, or Netscape Com mu ni ca tor 4.0 or higher. To set up the parameters manually, refer to Chapter 3. Before installation, verify the PC is set up for browsing the Internet.1. Insert the CD i...

6 7 3.5.1 DSL Button Select the appropriate connection method. Automatic IP Assignment by ISP - The DHCP server of the ISP assigns an IP ad-dress automatically. Enter IP address manually - Enter the IP address given by the ISP. PPPoE Connection - Enter the PPPoE information provided by the ISP. 3.5....

8 9 3.5.4 Security tab Set security parameters. Follow the in struc tions in each screen. 3.5.5 Application tab Set up special applications such as games, MS NetMeeting and MSN Mes-senger. Follow the instructions in each screen. USING AIRSTATION FOR ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS Although your AirStation w...

10 11 Figure 4.1.4 Wireless LAN Computer Limitation Figure 4.1.5 WDS Manual IP and MAC Address As sign ment - Allows administrator to add additional leased IP addresses tied to a specifi c MAC address. When a specifi c MAC ad-dress connects to the AP, the IP address specifi ed will be given to that ...

12 13 The Connect button will not appear until PPPoE is set. Disconnection Time - Specify the number of minutes (0-1440) before automatic dis con nect is performed. If “0” is en-tered, dis con nect function is disabled. If Con tin u ous Connection is selected, the timer is disabled. Authorization - ...

18 19 Figure 4.4.8 Initialization Reboot Figure 4.4.9 Firmware Uupdate 4.4.8 Initialization/Reboot Initialization sets all parameters back to factory defaults. After initialization, the AirStation must be restarted. 4.4.9 Firmware Update Firmware fi le name - Enter the path and fi lename for new fi ...

20 21 A. WBR-G54 ACCESS POINT SPECIFICATIONS Physical Specifications AA Dimensions (LxWxH) 205 x 170 x 76 mm Weight 620 grams Temperature & Humidity Operation 0° to 40° C Maximum humidity 80% Transit/Storage 0° to 40° C maximum humidity 80% (no condensation) Power Characteristics Transmit Mode 1...

22 23 B. 1 Common Troubleshooting Tips Common Problems: • Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Configuration mismatch, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Absence or conflict with the Client Driver.• Conflict of another device with the AirStation hardware. B.1.1 LED Activi...

22 23 Glossary 10BaseT or 100BaseTx : 802.3 based Eth- ernet network that uses UTP (Unshielded twisted pair) cable and a star topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is 100 Mbps. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.1x with EAP will initiate key handling....