Edimax EW-7203APg User manual
Wireless Access Point
802.11g
Manual
Table of Contents
Chapter 1Introduction..............................................................................1
1.1 Package Contents ..........................................................................................2
1.2 Features..........................................................................................................2
1.3 Specifications ................................................................................................2
1.4 Physical Description......................................................................................3
Chapter 2Wireless LAN Access Point Connection ................................5
Chapter 3Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration............................6
3.1 Getting Started...............................................................................................6
3.2 Configuring the Access Point......................................................................11
3.2.1 Client Mode configuration.................................................................................12
3.2.2 AP Mode configuration......................................................................................15
3.2.3 Repeater Mode configuration ............................................................................17
3.2.4 P2P Mode configuration ....................................................................................20
3.2.5 PMP Mode configuration .................................................................................21
3.2.6 WEP Setting..................................................................................................23
3.2.7 WPA Setting.................................................................................................25
3.2.8 Advanced Setting..........................................................................................26
3.2.9 Access Filter .................................................................................................27
3.2.10 Status Setup ..................................................................................................29
3.2.11 Admin Setup.................................................................................................30
3.2.10 LAN Setup....................................................................................................32
Charpter 4 Troubleshooting ...................................................................33
Chapter 1 Introduction
This product is an access point for IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4GHz wireless network.
You can use this access point to build up a wireless LAN.
The product supports WPA-PSK, WEP, ESSID and MAC address filter
functions to consolidate the wireless network security. With ESSID
authentication, WPA-PSK, 64/128 bit WEP encryption and MAC address
filtering you can prevent unauthorized wireless stations from accessing your
wireless network.
The product’s dipole antenna is detachable by connecting to a RP-SMA
connector. Users can install a high gain antenna to the connector for better
network link quality so that you can build wireless network with more
flexibility.
This product provides easy to use user interface and allows users to
configuring from web browser. With the versatile of features, this product is
the best choice for you to integrate your wireless and wired network
seamlessly.
1.1 Package Contents
The Access Point includes the following items:
One Access Point
One Power Adapter
One User’s Manual
1.2 Features
Complies with the IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4GHz specification.
High data rate 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps network
speed.
Seamlessly integrate wireless and wired Ethernet LAN networks.
Auto rate fallback in case of obstacles or interferences.
Provide 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption function to protect the
wireless data transmissions.
Supports Web-based configuration.
1.3 Specifications
Standards: IEEE 802.11g/b (Wireless), IEEE 802.3 (Wired)
Data Rate: 54/48/36/24/18/12/11/5.5/2/1Mbps auto fallback
Security: 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption
Frequency Band: 2.400~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical
Band)
Antenna: External detachable dipole antenna (with RP-SMA
connector)
Connectors: 10/100Mbps RJ-45 x 1
Power: 12VDC, 1A
Transmit Power: 16dBm (Typical)
LEDs: Power, LAN Link/Activity, Wireless Activity
Dimension: 30(H) x 127(W) x 87(D) mm
Temperature:
Operating: 32~131°F (0~55°C)
Storage: -4~158°F(-20~70°C)
Humidity: 10-90% (Noncondensing)
1.4 Physical Description
Front Panel
On the Access Point’s front panel there are LED lights that inform you of
the Access Point’s current status. Below is an explanation of each LED.
LED Color Status Description
Power Green Lit Power is supplied.
Off No Power.
Wireless
Activity Green Flash Antenna is transmitting or receiving data.
Off Antenna is not transmitting or receiving data.
LAN
Link/Activity Green On A valid link is established.
Flash It is transmitting or receiving data.
Off No link is established.
Back Panel
Access Point’s connection ports are located on the back panel. Below is the
description of each connection port.
1Antenna Connector
This round connection is standard Reverse SMA connector where any
antennas with Reverse SMA connector can connect to the Access Point.
2DC Adapter Port
Insert the power jack of the power adapter into this port.
3LAN Port
The Access Point’s LAN port is where you connect to your LAN’s
network devices.
4Reset
The Reset button allows you to do one of two things.
1) If problems occur with your Access Point, press the reset button
with a pencil tip (for less than 5 seconds) and the Access Point will
re-boot itself, keeping your original configurations.
2) If problems persist or you experience extreme problems or you
forgot your password, press the reset button for longer than 5
seconds and the Access Point will reset itself to the factory default
settings (warning: your original configurations will be replaced
with the factory default settings).
Chapter 2 Wireless LAN Access
Point Connection
1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless LAN Access Point.
The best location for your Access Point is usually at the center of your
wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Connect the Wireless LAN Access Point to your router, hub or
switch.
Connect one end of standard UTP cable to the Access Point’s LAN Port
and connect the other end of the cable to a switch, a router or a hub. The
Access Point will then be connected to your existed wired LAN
Network.
3. Connect the DC Power Adapter to the Wireless LAN Access Point’s
Power Socket.
Only use the power adapter supplied with the Access Point. Using a
different adapter may damage the product.
The Hardware Installation is completely also you can start to enjoy the
wireless network environment.
Please follow below step to access the UI to configure the more function.
Chapter 3 Wireless LAN Access
Point Configuration
3.1 Getting Started
This Access Point provides web-based configuration tool allowing you to
configure from wired or wireless stations. Follow the instructions below to
get started configuration.
From Wired Station
1. Make sure your wired station is in the same subnet with the Access
Point.
The default IP Address and Sub Mask of the Access Point is:
Default IP Address: 192.168.2.1
Default Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Configure your PC to be in the same subnet with the Access Point.
1a) Windows 95/98/Me
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control
Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear.
3. Check your list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the Add
button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6.
4. In the Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol and click Add
button.
5. In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft and TCP/IP and then
click the OK button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your
Windows CD to complete the installation.
6. After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select TCP/IP from
the list of Network Components and then click the Properties button.
7. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networks and File and printer sharing
for Microsoft Networks.
Gateway: All fields are blank.
DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
IP Address: Select Specify an IP Address. Specify the IP Address and
Subnet Mask as following example.
1 IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within
192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
8. Reboot the PC. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
1b) Windows 2000
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control
Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the Network and Dial-up
Connection window, double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area
Connection window will appear.
3. In the Local Area Connection window, click the Properties button.
4. Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol
[TCP/IP] on your list. Select it and click the Properties button.
5. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Use the following IP
address and specify the IP Address and Subnet mask as following.
IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within
192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
6. Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP Address you
specified.
1c) Windows NT
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control
Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear. Select the Protocol
tab from the Network window.
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