Buffalo Technology AirStation Pro WLA-AWCG Manuel d'utilisateur

WLA-AWCGUser Guide

7 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User Manual2.1 About this chapterThis chapter explains how to set up the AirStation Pro system. It explains how to connect

Getting Started 8WLA-AWCG User Manual WLA-AWCG User Manual Warranty Card Antenna connector2.2.2 Software requirementsThe AirStation Pro requires

9 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User ManualConnecting to a hubConnect the other end of the straight-through cable to your hub.Note: A straight-through cab

Getting Started 10WLA-AWCG User Manual2.2.3 Installing the Wireless LAN cardTo enable an AirStation Pro to communicate with a computer, a network ad

11 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User ManualInstalling an AirStation Wireless LAN card on a laptop PCIf you are using Windows 95/98 or 2000, you can insta

Getting Started 12WLA-AWCG User ManualAttaching the antenna adapterPrior to connecting an external antenna, you must attach an antenna adapter. To a

13 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User Manual3 Remove the protective cover from the slot on the Wireless LAN card and connect the end of the antenna adapte

Getting Started 14WLA-AWCG User Manual2Attach the metal stabiliser to the AirStation Pro using the screw provided, in order to secure the antenna ad

15 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User ManualHaving installed Client Manager follow these steps:1 From the Start menu, select Programs, MELCO Wireless LAN

Getting Started 16WLA-AWCG User Manual5Select the 11Mbps communication over AirStation option from the drop-down list.6Click OK.The Verify Connectio

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17 Getting StartedWLA-AWCG User Manual8 From the File menu, select Test Connection, Diagnostic.Figure 15: File, Test Connection, Diagnostic optionTh

Connection test resultsThe following table displays the connection test results in terms of their connection and the radio status.The diagnostic test

Antenna connections and transmission rangesThe actual range depends on the environment in which the aerial is used as shown in the table: The followin

3Product Overview

21 Product OverviewWLA-AWCG User Manual3.1 About this chapterThis chapter describes the main features and capabilities of the AirStation Pro.3.2 Mai

Product Overview 22WLA-AWCG User ManualLED IndicatorsThe AirStation Pro WLA-AWCG displays the following physical features: Figure 18: AirStation Pro

23 Product OverviewWLA-AWCG User ManualAs shown in the diagram above, the AirStation Pro has four LED indicators, each indicator relaying important

Product Overview 24WLA-AWCG User ManualAirStation Pro portsOn the side panel of the AirStation Pro are a number of ports see “LED Indicators” on pag

25 Product OverviewWLA-AWCG User ManualThe above example illustrates the use of AirStation Pro’s to connect between buildings. By directing the exte

Product Overview 26WLA-AWCG User ManualThe above right-hand diagram illustrates how the AirStation Pro enables you to roam with a laptop, whilst rem

Setting up routing ...53Setting up the Packet Filter ...

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4AirStation Pro Installation

29 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User Manual4.1 About this chapterThis chapter describes all the necessary procedures that you must perform to

AirStation Pro Installation 30WLA-AWCG User ManualThe System Properties - Device Manager dialog box is displayed.Figure 22: System Properties - Devi

31 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User ManualWindows 20001On the Start menu, select Setup, Network and Dial-up connection.2Select the Local Are

AirStation Pro Installation 32WLA-AWCG User ManualNote: Running winipcfg allows you to check the IP address of all network adapters. Windows NT &

33 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User Manual4.2.3 Installing the AirStation Manager SoftwareFor security reasons the AirStation Manager softwa

AirStation Pro Installation 34WLA-AWCG User Manual5Select Install the AirStation Manager option.6 Leave all other options deselected. Click Next.An

35 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User ManualAn installation confirmation message is displayed. Figure 30: Installation confirmation message11

AirStation Pro Installation 36WLA-AWCG User ManualNote: If you are connecting to a Wired LAN PC, the process of connecting to the AirStation Pro wil

1About this Manual

37 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User ManualNote:If you want to enter the ESS-ID directly, select the ESS-ID check-box, and input the ESS-ID d

AirStation Pro Installation 38WLA-AWCG User ManualAny AirStation Pro’s found on the network are displayed in the AirStation Manager screen.Figure 34

39 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User Manual10 Enter an IP Address in the IP Address field.Enter the subnet mask in the Subnet Mask field.Note

AirStation Pro Installation 40WLA-AWCG User ManualThe Enter network password dialog box is displayed.Figure 37: Network password dialog box2Enter ro

41 AirStation Pro InstallationWLA-AWCG User Manual5 Click Set. A confirmation screen is displayed, confirming your settings.Figure 39: Standard sett

5Configuring AirStationSettings

43 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User Manual5.1 About this chapterThis chapter describes how to configure the settings of the AirStation,

Configuring AirStation Settings 44WLA-AWCG User ManualThe Web browser launches automatically, and the Settings screen is displayed.Figure 41: Settin

45 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User ManualThe Basic Settings screen is displayed.Figure 42: Basic Settings screen5 Click AP Communicatio

Configuring AirStation Settings 46WLA-AWCG User ManualNote: You must enter the wireless MAC address of your AirStation Pro (see page 22 to locate th

1.1 About this chapterThis chapter briefly describes the content of this manual. It will introduce you to the standard terms and typographic conventio

47 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User ManualThe settings for the roaming function must be made from a PC that is on a Wired LAN. To config

Configuring AirStation Settings 48WLA-AWCG User Manual5.2.4 Setting up AirPort configurationThe AirPort function enables the sharing of files betwee

49 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User Manual5.2.5 Setting up WEP securityThe AirStation Pro WEP (Wireless Encryption Privacy) security fea

Configuring AirStation Settings 50WLA-AWCG User Manual5.2.6 Restricting Wireless LAN PC’sThis function allows you to restrict the number of Wireless

51 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User Manual6 When the added MAC address is displayed, press Return.The MAC address you registered should

Configuring AirStation Settings 52WLA-AWCG User ManualNote: Passwords can be of any combination of alphanumeric characters up to a maximum of 8. Pas

53 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User Manual5.2.8 Configuring channel settingsIf numerous AirStation Pro’s are being used to communicate w

Configuring AirStation Settings 54WLA-AWCG User ManualThe Routing Setup screen is displayed.Figure 48: Routing Setup screen3 Set the IP address of t

55 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User Manual5.2.10 Setting up the Packet FilterThe Packet Filter feature can be used to prohibit transmiss

Configuring AirStation Settings 56WLA-AWCG User ManualNote: Rules can also be deleted by selecting the rule you want to delete and clicking Delete t

1.3 Related readingOther documentation available for consultation are:AirStation WLI-PCM-L11 (PC Card) User ManualWLI-ISA-OP (ISA Bus Adapter) User

57 Configuring AirStation SettingsWLA-AWCG User ManualThe following information about the AirStation Pro is displayed:Field DescriptionModel Name Di

6Troubleshooting

59 TroubleshootingWLA-AWCG User Manual6.1 About this chapterThis chapter can be used as a reference for troubleshooting and tips. If you should enco

Troubleshooting 60WLA-AWCG User ManualCause 2: Connections to the LAN have not been attached correctly.Solutions:If the AirStation Pro is connected

61 TroubleshootingWLA-AWCG User ManualThe ESS-ID is displayed.Figure 51: ESS-ID Checking the ESS-ID for Windows 2000To check the ESS-ID on your netw

Troubleshooting 62WLA-AWCG User ManualCause 4:The protocols are not installed or configured correctly. Solutions:To check your TCP/IP protocols, ref

63 TroubleshootingWLA-AWCG User ManualSolutions:To correct this:1Ensure that the network adapter is installed in the computer. For instructions on h

Troubleshooting 64WLA-AWCG User ManualNetwork adapter is displayed with “!”.Figure 52: Network adapter displayed with “!”If this symbol is displayed

65 TroubleshootingWLA-AWCG User Manual6.2.3 Network adapter fails at driver installation.Cause 1:Drivers are not installed correctly.Solutions:To co

Troubleshooting 66WLA-AWCG User Manual6.2.5 Settings Screen is not displayedIf the Settings screen is not displaying, it could be because the driver

1.4 Terms and conventionsThis section describes the standard terms and conventions that are used throughout the manual.1.4.1 Standard termsThe followi

67 TroubleshootingWLA-AWCG User ManualCause 3:The ESS-ID is incorrect. Solutions:To correct this, ensure that the ESS-ID on both systems match. The

Troubleshooting 68WLA-AWCG User ManualCause 7:The network setting is incorrect.Solutions:Ensure that the Protocol, Workgroup Name and Share settings

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Appendix

71 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualA.1 About this appendixThis appendix describes some general tasks that you may need to complete when installing the A

Appendix 72WLA-AWCG User ManualA.3 Restoring AirStation Pro factory settingsYou might need to restore the factory settings if you are having connect

73 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualThe Network - Configuration dialog box is displayed.Figure 54: Network - Configuration dialog boxAll the protocols in

Appendix 74WLA-AWCG User Manual3Select the Protocol tab. Figure 55: Network - Protocol dialog boxIf the protocol that you require is not displayed,

75 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualA.4.2 Adding protocolsIf you need to add protocols, follow the steps appropriate to the Windows version that you are

Appendix 76WLA-AWCG User Manual5Select TCP/IP from the Network Protocols panel.6 Click OK.The TCP/IP protocol is added. You will be prompted to rest

1.4.3 Safety informationAs with all electrical products, you must exercise care when using the AirStation Pro. This table describes the various warnin

77 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualWindows 20001Open the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box as shown in “Checking that the protocols are added”

Appendix 78WLA-AWCG User ManualWindows 95/981Open the Network - Configuration dialog box as shown in “Checking that the protocols are added” on page

79 AppendixWLA-AWCG User Manual4 Select the Specify an IP address option.Note: If there is a DHCP server on the network, select Obtain an IP address

Appendix 80WLA-AWCG User ManualWindows NT1Open the Network - Protocol dialog box as shown in “Checking that the pro-tocols are added” on page 72.Fig

81 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualThe TCP/IP Properties - IP Address dialog box is displayed.Figure 63: TCP/IP Properties - IP Address dialog box4 Sele

Appendix 82WLA-AWCG User ManualA.5 Checking Web browser settingsThe method that you use to check the settings differs, depending on the Web browser

83 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualThe Local Area Network (LAN) Settings dialog box is displayed.Figure 65: Local Area Network (LAN) Settings dialog box

Appendix 84WLA-AWCG User Manual7In the Exceptions field, enter the IP address of the AirStation Pro, which you want the proxy server to bypass.8Clic

85 AppendixWLA-AWCG User ManualThe Preferences dialog box is displayed.Figure 67: Preferences dialog box3Select the Manual Proxy configuration optio

GLOSSARYAccess PointAn access point serves as a bridge between an existing wired network and wireless devices. The AirStation Pro is a type of access

2Getting Started

ESS-ID (Extended Service Set ID)An ID used to regulate communication between wireless LAN PC’s and an AirStation Pro.This ID allows you to access the

The protocol within TCP/IP that governs the break-up of data messages into packets from sender to destination network and sender to distribution netwo

stay connected without being tied down to wired installations. The roaming function automatically changes access points. Straight-through cableBulk ca

Wireless channelWhen connecting between Wireless LAN computers, the same Wireless channel must be used in all the Wireless LAN computers involved. If

INDEXAaerial adapterattaching 12AirPortsetting up configuration 48AirStation Promain features 21restoring factory settings 72Cchannel settingsconfigur

hardware 7software 8roamingbetween the AirStation Pro and other 47configuring a wireless client 47setting up 46routingsetting up 53Ssafety information

FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. T