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1. Introduction
1.1. Overview
The HD24613 modular WLAN access point (AP) enables 802.11g or 802.11b client computers to
access the resources on an Ethernet network wirelessly or wired. It conveniently fits into standard
wall outlets and only takes a few minutes to install and configure for use. The HD24613 has a
built-in browser-based management application offering an easy to follow setup-wizard for novice
wireless users as well as comprehensive settings for more advanced users and/or network administra-
tors.
1.2. Features
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HD24613 Firmware Features
Operational Modes
AP/Bridge.
This mode provides both Access Point and
Static
LAN-to-LAN Bridg-
ing functionality. The static LAN-to-LAN bridging function is supported through
Wireless Distribution System (WDS).
AP Client.
This mode is for
Dynamic
LAN-to-LAN Bridging. The AP Client auto-
matically establishes bridge links with APs from any vendor.
RF Type Selection.
The RF type of the WLAN interface can be configured to work in
IEEE 802.11b only, IEEE 802.11g only, or mixed mode (802.11g and 802.11b simulta-
neously).
64-bit and 128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy).
For authentication and data
encryption.
Enabling/Disabling SSID Broadcasts.
When the HD24613 is in AP/Bridge mode, the
administrator can enable or disable the SSID broadcasts functionality for security reasons.
When the SSID broadcast functionality is disabled, a client computer cannot connect to the
HD24613 with “blank” network name (SSID, Service Set ID); the correct SSID has to be
specified on client computers.
MAC-address-based Access Control.
When the HD24613 is in AP/Bridge mode, it
can be configured to block unauthorized wireless client computers based on MAC (Media
Access Control) addresses. Additionally, an ACL (Access Control List) can be downloaded
from a TFTP server.
IEEE 802.1x/RADIUS.
When the HD24613 is in AP/Bridge mode, it can be configured
to authenticate wireless users and distribute encryption keys dynamically by IEEE 802.1x
Port-Based Network Access Control and RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User
Service).
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).
The HD24613 supports the WPA standard proposed
by the Wi-Fi Alliance (
http://www.wi-fi.org
). Both WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) mode and
full WPA mode are supported. WPA is composed of TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Pro-
tocol) and IEEE 802.1x and serves as a successor to WEP for better WLAN security.
