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A unique, hardware-defined address used to identify a device on a network (Ethernet and 
wireless). It is assigned at the factory and cannot be changed. Usually you will find this address 
on a sticker on the device or on the packaging. 

 
Get IP From 
 

If you are assigning a Manual IP address for the Access Point (recommended), type in an

 IP 

address

 and

 Subnet Mask

 compatible with your network IP scheme.   

 

IP address 

The static IP address you want to assign to the AP. The default value is 

192.168.1.100

 
Subnet Mask 

The subnet mask you want to assign for the AP. The default value is 

255.255.255.0

 

Default Gateway 
 

The 

Default Gateway

 IP address is a router or other gateway device used to access IP 

networks that are outside the chosen subnet.   
 
If you select DHCP, you will obtain a dynamic IP Address from a DHCP server on your network 
(This is not advisable since it will be difficult to determine the dynamic IP address assigned to 
the GW-AP54SGX). Using DHCP automatically configures all IP settings upon restart, therefore 
the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway will be read-only displays when the device 
is configured as a DHCP client.   
 
Click 

Apply

 if you have made any changes. 

 
 

 

 

 

 

(2) Device Information 
 

This page displays the current information including the 

Device Type, MAC Address, Software 

Version, System Name, and System Contact

 information for both 802.11g and 802.11b. 

 

Summary of Contents for GW-AP54SGX

Page 1: ...2 4GHz IEEE 802 11g 54 108Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point GW AP54SGX Planex Communications Inc ...

Page 2: ...Configuration 6 4 1 Browser Configuration 6 4 1 1 Disable Proxy Connection 6 4 1 2 Internet Explorer 5 or above 6 4 1 3 Internet Explorer For Macintosh 6 4 2 Navigating the Web Browser Interface 7 4 2 1 Current Status 8 4 2 2 Setup Wizard 8 4 2 3 Advanced Setup 10 4 2 3 1 Configuration 10 4 2 3 2 Management 18 4 2 3 3 Maintenance 19 4 2 4 Statistics 20 Chapter 5 Specifications 23 Chapter 6 Safety ...

Page 3: ...2 11g Draft higher speed standard to provide wireless 54Mbps data rate and the turbo mode of 108Mbps For USA Operation at 2 4 2 5GHz to meet worldwide regulations Allows auto fallback data rate for reliability optimized throughput and transmission range Supports IEEE 802 11 b g wireless data encryption with 64 128 152 bit WEP for security Web based configuration and management Dual diversity anten...

Page 4: ...r each active channel It is fully compliant with 2 4 GHz DSSS CSMA CA wireless networking as defined in the IEEE 802 11b standard 2 1 Front View Status LED Indicator Color Solid Flashing Power Green Turns solid green when power is applied to this device The GW AP54SGX is initializing or upgrading firmware LAN Green Valid Ethernet cable link Receiving Sending data WLAN Green N A Receiving Sending d...

Page 5: ...e best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area if possible within line of sight of all wireless devices 2 Place the Wireless Access Point in a position that gives it maximum coverage Normally the higher you place the antenna the better performance 3 Position the antennas in the desired positions 4 The GW AP54SGX can be wired to an Ethernet network through an Ethernet device such a...

Page 6: ...eb browser will be able to view the Access Point configuration pages The following steps are for Internet Explorer and for Netscape Determine which browser you use and follow the appropriate steps 4 1 2 Internet Explorer 5 or above 1 Open Internet Explorer Click Tools and then select Internet Options 2 In the Internet Options window click the Connections tab 3 Click the LAN Settings button 4 Clear...

Page 7: ... setting for Check for newer versions of stored pages should be Every visit to the page Use the Web management interface to define system parameters manage and control the Access Point and its ports or monitor network conditions The following table outlines the selections available from this program Menu Description Current Status Displays the system information and basic wireless information Setu...

Page 8: ... the device 4 2 2 Setup Wizard 1 Setup Wireless Networks Use the Setup Wizard to quickly configure settings for wireless environments Click Next to begin setup 2 Set Wireless LAN 802 11g Connection Enter the SSID name and Channel number to be used for the Wireless LAN 802 11g Connection Click Next to continue ...

Page 9: ... encryption enable it here and enter the encryption Key values Click Next to continue 4 Wireless Setup Complete The Setup Wizard has completed Click Back to modify previous settings Click Reboot to save the current settings and reboot the Wireless AP ...

Page 10: ... 4 2 3 1 Configuration 1 IP address Configuration Device IP Address The default settings of the GW AP54SGX are displayed in the example below The default IP address is 192 168 1 100 MAC Address Media Access Control Address ...

Page 11: ...5 0 Default Gateway The Default Gateway IP address is a router or other gateway device used to access IP networks that are outside the chosen subnet If you select DHCP you will obtain a dynamic IP Address from a DHCP server on your network This is not advisable since it will be difficult to determine the dynamic IP address assigned to the GW AP54SGX Using DHCP automatically configures all IP setti...

Page 12: ...ransparently connect two or more networks With Point to Multipoint PtMP Bridge you can connect up to 8 networks However all the bridged Conception 108Mbps Access Point in the same domain should apply for the same settings WPA disable Share the same WEP keys The same channel Repeater Wireless Repeater is used to extend the range of wireless LAN by repeating the wireless signal of the root AP Howeve...

Page 13: ...in this field The SSID can be up to 32 characters in length SSID Broadcast Broadcasting the SSID on the wireless network for easy connection with client PCs Default Enable Frequency 2 4 2 4835GHz Industrial Scientific Medical Band Channel Available channels depend on the regulations in you area or country Use the Setup Wizard to select the country or region for your Access Point The Setup Wizard i...

Page 14: ...ay result in poor performance RTS Length 256 2346 This value should remain at its default setting of 2346 If you encounter inconsistent data flow only minor modifications to the value range between 256 and 2346 are recommended Transmit Power Transmitting power can be limited for circumstances where cell overlap is not desired or interference is a concern The options are full default half 3dB quart...

Page 15: ...11b are not allowed to exchange data through the Access Point Ethernet to WLAN Access When this is enabled there is no barrier to data flow from the Ethernet to wireless devices using the Access Point If this is disabled all data from the Ethernet to associated wireless devices is blocked Wireless devices can still send data to the Ethernet 6 Access Control Settings MAC Address Control List Use MA...

Page 16: ...st 4 Click Apply to save your choices 7 Security Settings WEP Encryption is a standardized system for encrypting data and controlling association for wireless LANs To configure Security Settings 1 Choose the Authentication system used for WEP All wireless devices that use the Access Point must use the same type of authentication 2 Next to Encryption choose the Enabled option to enabled encryption ...

Page 17: ... to Disabled or Enabled encryption Key Type and Size Keys are defined by the type HEX or ASCII of characters entered and size in bits HEX or Hexadecimal characters are numbers and the letters A F upper and lower case are recognized as the same for HEX characters ASCII characters include all printable characters including spaces available on a standard keyboard ASCII upper and lower cases are recog...

Page 18: ...ltiple AP Manager Since there is no default password the Old Password field is blank the first time you access this menu Click Apply if you have made any changes 2 Misc Telnet Settings The Miscellaneous menu is used to set up Telnet for the Access Point By default Telnet is enabled You may disable it by un checking the Status Enabled option box Telnet timeout options are Never 1 3 5 10 or 15 minut...

Page 19: ...manually reset after every firmware upgrade After the GW AP54SGX has been upgraded and reboots hold down the reset button on the rear panel for a few seconds The device will reset and reboot Upon rebooting after this manual reset the Access Point is ready to use 2 Configuration File Update Configuration File The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking O...

Page 20: ... to apply new settings and restart your system GW AP54SGX 4 2 4 Statistics Network traffic statistics for both received and transmitted communications through the Ethernet port and wireless connections associated with the Access Point are displayed here 1 Throughput ThroughPut of WLAN 802 11g Click Reload shows the current status information ...

Page 21: ...mes Count Click Reload shows the current status information 3 Received Received Frame Count Click Reload shows the current status information 4 WEP Frame Error Wep Frame Error Count Click Reload shows the current status information ...

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Page 23: ... 802 11b DQPSK DBPSK and CCK 802 11g BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM OFDM Transmitter Output Power 802 11b Typical 18dBm at 11 5 5 2 and 1Mbps 802 11g Draft Typical RF Output Power at each Data Rate 14 15dBm at 54Mbps and 108Mbps 14 16dBm at 48Mbps 16 18dBm at 36 24 18 12 9 and 6Mbps External Antenna Type 2 0dBi antenna with reverse SMA connector LED indicators Power Green for power on LAN Green flashing fo...

Page 24: ... correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in ...

Page 25: ...is equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body Use only with supplied antenna Unauthorized antenna modification or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations PLANEX CMMUNICATIONS INC declare that GW US54MINI 54Mbps Wireless USB LAN Adapter is limited in CH1 CH11 by specified firmware controlled in USA The us...

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