Buffalo Technology WLA2-G54 - Manual

Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; AirStation Wireless Network Features; The AirStation WLA2-G54 package consists of the following items.

INTRODUCTION 1.1 AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge (WLA2-G54) 1 This User Manual introduces you to the High-Speed AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge and will assist you with the more advanced features of the product. The AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge , WLA2-G54, is a wirel...

Page 3 - About the AirStation CD; download and install the latest software for your product.; OK; matches that of the PC.; until a list of available access points shows up in the ESS-ID fi eld.; Next

1.5 About the AirStation CD Prior to copying or installing the software, please read the Software License Agreement “license.txt”, located in the root folder of the CD. By installing, copying or using the AirStation software, you are consenting to the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree to ...

Page 4 - Automatically set up the IP address,; or; Specify an IP address for manual setup.; Finish; To place a shortcut icon on the desktop, click; Yes; click

3 5. A login screen will appear. • Enter “root” as the User name. • Leave the Password box blank (do not enter anything into the Password box) and click OK . 4. If the client IP range is different than the default AirStation IP of 192.168.11.1, an IP confi guration screen will appear next. Select Au...

Page 5 - Advanced; Open the Setup Screen; Register for allowable PC’s MAC address; MAC address list - Display a table list of all MAC addresses.; WEP; to input a password or encryption code

STANDARD SETTINGS 3.1 Introduction Setting up the AirStation parameters using a Web Browser requires basic wireless confi guration knowledge. For Advanced settings and explanations of each parameter and its use, see Chapter 4. 3.2 Setup Overview The WLA2-G54 is confi gured to function right out of t...

Page 6 - USING AIRSTATION FOR ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS; b u t t o n . C l i c k t h e; Top ta b; a n d c l i c k t h e; Adva nced

USING AIRSTATION FOR ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS A l t h o u g h yo u r A i r S t a t i o n w i l l f u n c t i o n f i n e u s i n g o n ly t h e s e t t i n g s f ro m S e c t i o n 3 , yo u m ay w i s h t o e x p l o re m o re a d v a n c e d o p -t i o n s . T h i s c h ap t e r e x p l a i n s e a ...

Page 7 - Set LAN interface parameters.

Examples of WEP key: 64bit ASCII: 5 digits of alphanumeric characters, “ab34Y” 128bit ASCII: 13 digits of alphanumeric characters, “123456abcdef7” ■ Note: ASCII WEP is case sensitive. 64bit HEX: 10 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “00234ABCDE” 128bit HEX: 26 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f...

Page 8 - Wireless LAN Computer Lim i ta tion; before selecting Set.

4.1.4 Wireless LAN Computer Lim i ta tion This option limits the PCs allowed a wireless connection to the AirStation. It is used to control the wireless connections to the AirStation. Wireless PC’s Connection - Select Limit to restrict the connection and Do not Limit for open access. Register your c...

Page 9 - Routing is not functional with the AirStation Bridge; This determines the type of RIP information to receive.; Destination address

4.2 Network Setting 4. 2.1 Routing Setup - Routing is not functional with the AirStation Bridge Routing is the path data packets take between devices on the network. A route is governed by the routing table, a copy of which exists on each network device. If the device you are trying to communicate w...

Page 10 - For; Manual setting; Displays System Settings and

4.2.2 Packet Filter - This feature does not function on the AirStation Compact Repeater Bridge Log Output - Activates the packet fi lter log. Filter setting - Choose type from pull-down menu. For Manual setting : • Operation - Packets from LAN, select ignored, rejected , or accepted . NOTE: This fea...

Page 14 - Filtering

WLA2-G54 Speci fi cations Physical Speci fi cations Dimensions D58 x W120 xH 89 mm Weight: 4.4oz (100 g) Temperature & Humidity Operation 0˚ to 35˚ C Humidity: 20-80% (Non condensing) Power Characteristics Transmit Mode 1.1A (Nominal), Power Supply 3.3 V Regulatory Information A Wireless communi...

Page 15 - Troubleshooting; B.1 Common Troubleshooting Tips B

14 2. Click Network 3. Select Airport under Show 3. Select DHCP or input static IP Address B. 1.3 Other Problems Please refer to www.buffalotech.com for further reference ma-terials or call Buffalo’s Toll-Free Tech Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 866-752-6210. B Troubleshooting B.1 Common T...

Page 16 - Glossary; Client: A PC or workstation on a network.

Glossary 10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ethernet 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. Ad-Hoc N...

Page 18 - Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,

Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Toll-Free: 866-752-6210 email: [email protected] 4030 W. Braker Ln. Suite 120 Austin, Texas 78759 Tel: 800-456-9799 Fax: 512-794-8606 ®

Buffalo Technology WLA2-G54 - Manual

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