Netgear WG602v2 - Wireless Access Point driver and firmware
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WG602v2 User Manual - Page 8
... Wireless Settings 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ...6-1 No lights are lit on the access point 6-1 The Ethernet LAN light is not lit 6-1 The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit 6-2 I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser 6-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer 6-2 When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 10
...RIP ...B-9 MAC Addresses and ARP B-10 Internet Security and Firewalls B-10 What is a Firewall B-11 Stateful Packet Inspection B-11 Denial of Service Attack B-11 Ethernet Cabling ...B-11 Category 5 Cable Quality B-12 Inside Twisted Pair Cables B-13 Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching B-14 Appendix D Preparing Your PCs for Network Access
Preparing Your Computers for TCP...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 13
... of this document.
Audience, Scope, Conventions
This manual assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, tutorial information is provided in the Appendices, on the Resource CD for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR Web site.
This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Table 1.
Typographical...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 18
...-point wireless bridge. • Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily,
using only your Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely. • Access Control. The Access Control MAC Address filtering feature can ensure that only
trusted wireless stations can use the WG602 v2 to gain access to your LAN. • Simple Configuration. If the default settings...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 20
... 5 Ethernet cable-10 feet (3.04 m) • Printed 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Quick Installation Guide • Resource CD for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03)
- Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point (M-10181-03)-this manual
- Windows TCP/IP and Networking Tutorials - Animated Install Assistant - Soft copy of the 54 Mbps Wireless Access...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 26
... so that unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the WG602 v2. MAC address filtering adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed.
• Turn Off the Broadcast of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 28
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS
The WG602 Wireless Access Point can be configured remotely from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator web browser version 4.78 or above on your computer. 1. The WG602 v2 is set by default to be a DHCP client. So, if the WG602 v2 has not yet been installed, ...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 30
... Wireless Access Point
How to Log in Using the Default IP Address of the WG602 v2
1. 192.168.0.227 is the default IP address of your access point. However, the WG602 v2 is also set, by default, to be a DHCP client. So, if the WG602 v2 has not yet been installed, and there is no DHCP server on the network...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 32
... no space between "NETGEAR" and the 6 digits of the access point name.You do not need to include "www" or "http://."
Figure 3-6: Example WG602 v2 NetBIOS name in browser address bar
4. A login window like the one shown below opens:
Figure 3-7: Login window
Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of password.
3-9
Basic Installation and Configuration
M-10181...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 36
... the Password Phrase box. These characters are case sensitive. Note: Not all wireless adapter configuration utilities support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
3-13
M-10181-03
Basic Installation...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 39
... software is also required. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with service pack 3 do include WPA support. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. For instructions on configuring wireless PCs or PDAs for WPA-PSK security, consult the documentation for the product you are using.
To configure WPA-PSK, follow these steps: 1. Click the Security Settings link in the Setup...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 45
... point to another, providing seamless network connectivity. Under these circumstances, be aware that only the stations associated with this access point will be presented in the Station List.
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software
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Note: When uploading software to the WG602 v2 Access Point, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 46
... to the WG602 v2 via a wireless link. The firmware upgrade must be performed via a workstation connected to the WG602 v2 via the Ethernet LAN interface.
The software of the WG602 v2 Access Point is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 76
... 802.1x messages, which means that you can specify any EAP type without needing to upgrade an 802.1x-compliant access point. As a result, you can update the EAP authentication type to such devices as token cards (Smart Cards), Kerberos, one-time passwords, certificates, and public key authentication or as newer types become available and your requirements for...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 78
...August, 2003, NETGEAR, Inc. wireless Wi-Fi certified products will support the WPA standard. NETGEAR, Inc. wireless products that had their Wi-Fi certification approved before August, 2003 will have one year to add WPA so as to maintain their Wi-Fi certification.
WPA requires software changes to the following: • Wireless access points • Wireless network adapters • Wireless client...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 79
... Wireless Zero Configuration service.
Microsoft has worked with many wireless vendors to embed the WPA firmware update in the wireless adapter driver. So, to update you Windows wireless client, all you have to do is obtain the new WPA-compatible driver and install the driver. The firmware is automatically updated when the wireless network adapter driver is loaded in Windows.
Wireless Networking...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 97
... a Network Interface Card (NIC) is already installed in your PC, then TCP/ IP is probably already installed as well.
Most operating systems include the software components you need for networking with TCP/IP. Windows 95 or later includes the software components for establishing a TCP/IP network.
In your TCP/IP network, each PC and the wireless access point must be assigned a unique IP addresses...
WG602v2 User Manual - Page 102
... Mbps Wireless Access Point
2. Type winipcfg, and then click OK. The IP Configuration window opens, which lists (among other things), your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
3. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated to show your settings, which should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR...
WG602v2 Installation Guide - Page 2
..., or router). • Make sure the connected device is turned on. • Be sure the correct cable is used. Use a standard Category 5 Ethernet
patch cable. If the network device has Auto Uplink™ (MDI/MDIX) ports, you may use a cross-over cable. See the Reference Manual on the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Resource CD for a full explanation of cable types.
The Wireless LAN activity light...
WG602v2 Product datasheet - Page 2
... - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 - Power adapter - Ethernet cable - Resource CD - User's guide - Warranty/Support information card
Minimum System Requirements - Pentium® Class PC - Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
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