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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet
Accessing the Utility
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet
Accessing the Utility
To access the Web-based Utility of the Access Point, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter
the Access Point’s default IP address,
192.168.1.245
, in the
Address
field. Press the
Enter
key.
Enter
admin
in the
User Name
field. The first time you open the Web-based Utility, use the default password,
admin
. (You can set a new password from the Administration - Management tab.) Then click the
OK
button.
The Setup Tab
The first screen that appears is the
Setup
screen. This allows you to change the Access Point's general settings.
Setup
Enter the Host and Device Names for the Access Point.
Host Name
. You may assign any Host Name to the Access Point. Unique, memorable names are helpful,
especially if you are employing multiple access points on the same network.
Device Name
. You may assign any Device Name to the Access Point. Unique, memorable names are helpful,
especially if you are employing multiple access points on the same network.
Network Setup
The selections under this heading allow you to configure the Access Point’s IP setting(s).
IP Settings
Select
Automatic Configuration - DHCP
if your network router will assign an IP address to the Access Point.
Figure 5-1: Login Screen
Figure 5-2: Setup - Automatic Configuration -
DHCP Screen