User Manual High Speed Wireless Broadband Router WHR-G54S Rev A www.buffalotech.
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05 Installation / Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Internal Antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Standard Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 AOSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Advanced Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Wireless Settings . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Router Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Address Translation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Packet Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Intrusion Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 UPnP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Change Password . . . . .
Table of Contents Syslog Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Save/Restore Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Reboot/Reload Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 AOSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 File & Printer Sharing / Audio/Video Playback . . 68 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Glossary . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction AirStation High Speed Mode Wireless Cable/DSL Router (WHR-G54S) This manual introduces you to the AirStation Cable/DSL Router, and will help you connect to your network quickly. The WHR-G54S router, is a wireless 4-port router network device that complies with the 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11g standard specification on wireless LANs. It also supports High Speed Mode technology.
Introduction • Extended range WDS (Wireless Distribution System). • Auto Media Dependent Interface/Crossover (MDI/X) port, allows connection by standard and crossover CAT5 cables. • Supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP). • Buffalo’s AOSS System for easy, secure wireless client configuration. • Enhanced security features: - SPI Firewall and DMZ zone functions to prevent unknown intruders. - Intrusion Detector Firewall (NAT) with a pop-up or email alert warning unwanted attacks. - Dynamic packet filtering.
Introduction Home Networking 1 Buffalo AirStation wireless access points enable sharing broadband by simply connecting the AirStation to a DSL or Cable modem to: • Share files and printers • Access and share the Internet • Share media files System Requirements • Broadband (High-Speed) Internet connection or existing Local area connection • Any Wi-Fi (wireless) compatible computer with a Web Browser Internet Explorer or Netscape 4.5 or later.
Introduction Product Views Power - Lit when the device is powered on. Wireless - Lit when the wireless radio is on. Flashes when wireless traffic is present. Bridge - Lit when the Bridge mode is running. Off when the Router mode is running. WAN - Lit when connection to Cable/DSL modem is present. Flashes when internet traffic is present. Diag - Flashes red when performing diagnostic functions. AOSS - Flashes when in AOSS mode, solid when AOSS encryption has been set.
Introduction About the AirStation CD The AirStation does not require any software to be installed on your computer for configuration. The AirStation CD contains product documentation and Buffalo’s Client Manager which provides AOSS functionality for any Buffalo client card or any Intel Centrino notebook. It is the policy of Buffalo Technology to improve products as new technology, components, software and firmware become available. Please consult the AirStation wireless website (http://www.buffalotech.
Installation / Setup 1. Power down the Cable or DSL modem and the computer which will be used to configure the AirStation router. 2. Plug the Cable or DSL’s LAN Ethernet cable into the AirStation’s WAN port. Initially, you may need to unplug this cable from your computer, hub or other router. 3. Plug the provided Ethernet cable into a LAN port on the AirStation and plug the other end into your computer Ethernet adapter’s (NIC) port.
Installation / Setup Introduction Configuring the AirStation using a standard web browser requires basic wireless configuration knowledge. Setup includes manual wireless configuration and basic administrative management. Setup Preparation Make note of the AirStation’s wired MAC address (found on the underside of the WHR-G54S). It is also recommended you record any other broadband ISP information such as global IP address, subnet mask address, default gateway address, DNS server address and PPPoE parameters.
Internal Antennas The WHR-G54S has one hoip antennas. This setup is ideal because it allows for proper antenna polarization with both desktop and notebook style wireless adapter antennas.
Standard Settings Open the Setup Screen • Connect the WHR-G54S according to the wiring instructions in Section 2. • The WHR-G54S has a default LAN IP address of 192.168.11.1 and Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. ■ Note: The computer used to configure the AirStation should be set to obtain an IP address automatically using a DHCP server. The Quick Setup Guide enclosed with the product contains detailed instructions on how to configure your computer for initial configuration.
Standard Settings Enter ISP information Initial Settings Screen • Click the appropriate button to select the type of broadband access. (Users more experienced in networking may choose to select the Advanced button and skip to Section 4.) • For supplementary tools, use the tabs along the top of the screen. DSL Button Initial DSL button Screen Select the appropriate connection method. Automatic IP Assignment by ISP - The DHCP server of the ISP assigns an IP address automatically.
Standard Settings Manual DSL IP Settings Screen Manual IP Address Setup DSL PPPoE Settings Screen PPPoE Connection - Enter the IP Address given by the ISP. - Use ‘Enter IP Address Manually’ if the ISP requires use of a static IP address. - Enter the PPPoE information provided by the ISP.
Standard Settings Cable Button Initial CATV Settings Screen Select the appropriate connection method. Automatic IP Addressing - Select ‘Automatic IP Assignment by ISP’ if your ISP’s DHCP server assigns an IP address automatically. Manual IP Address Settings Manual IP Address Setup - Select ‘Enter IP Address Manually’ if the ISP requires use of a static IP address.
Standard Settings Automatic IP Address - Manual DNS Server Configuration Auto IP/ Manual DNS Settings - Select ‘IP address is acquired automatically but DNS server address is entered manually’ if the ISP’s DHCP server supplies an IP address but not DNS server addresses. Line Test Tab Line Test Tests the connection to the Internet.
Standard Settings Security Security Tab The Security Tab offers three Simple Security Settings. Follow the instructions in each screen to enter Encryption Keys, MAC Address Filtering and the degree of firewall security for the AirStation.
Standard Settings Setup Encryption on the AirStation(WEP/TKIP/AES). - Select the desired encryption scheme from the choices. After it has been selected, press the ‘Next’ button. You will then be prompted to enter the appropriate key(s) for that method of encryption. Setup the Wireless MAC Filter. - Select ‘Enable’ to use MAC filtering. See ‘Page 34’ for more information on MAC Address Filtering. 19 Setup Basic Security. - See ‘Page 52’ for more information on Intrusion Detector.
Standard Settings Applications Application Tab The Application Tab offers setup for special applications such as games, MS NetMeeting and MSN Messenger. Then follow the on-screen menus to configure the AirStation for the application.
Standard Settings Playing Internet Games Using Netmeeting Using Windows (MSN)Messenger -Enter the ports(refer to Game documentation) the game runs on, and enter the Local IP Address of the PC that plays the game. -Enter the IP Address of the PC that will use Netmeeting. -Refer to the on-screen help for information about Messenger. Although your AirStation will function fine using only the Standard Settings, you may wish to explore more advanced options.
AOSS AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) is a simple, one-touch setup for connecting wireless clients to an access point while setting up the most secure possible connection. Users no longer need to worry about choosing the proper security protocols, IP addresses, or SSID's. The intelligence of AOSS determines the most optimal connection and configures itself in seconds. ■ NOTE: AOSS automatically creates a secure connection between your AOSS Access Point and client.
AOSS ◗ Now that the WHR-G54S and wireless client adapter are installed, you can use AOSS to configure them. ◗ To begin the configuration, press the AOSS button on the top of the WHR-G54S for 3-5 seconds. The orange AOSS light will begin to flash rapidly when the AOSS mode has been enabled. You can stop pressing the button at this point. ■ NOTE: AOSS mode will stay active for a period of two minutes. This is the time-slot required to initiate AOSS on the wireless client adapter.
AOSS Additional AOSS Information: ◗ Only one AOSS wireless client adapter can be configured to the AOSS router at a time. Thus, the button will need to be repressed for each additional AOSS wireless client adapter that will be connected. ◗ It is not necessary to AOSS client devices that have already been configured via AOSS, unless significant changes have been made to the wireless network. ◗ Do not attempt to configure two separate AOSS networks at the same time, as it may cause undesired configurations.
Advanced Settings LAN Settings Set up LAN connections. Wireless Settings Wireless Settings Wireless Mode - Enable or disable wireless LAN computer communication. SSID - Allows administrator to alter the SSID of the AirStation. To communicate with a specific AP only, the AP’s SSID must be entered in the client computer. The client computer looks for the specific AP (or SSID) for wireless communication. Use up to 32 alphanumeric characters for the SSID (case sensitive).
Advanced Settings If there are multiple APs in close proximity using the same channel, there may be interference. In this case, change to a non-overlapping channel. Privacy Separator - Enable or disable communication between wireless clients. If you choose to use this feature, every wireless client that is associated to the AirStation will not be able to communicate with any other wireless clients. ■ Note: If this function is used, wired clients can still communicate with wireless clients.
Advanced Settings 802.11g Protection - This enables protection mechanisms for when 802.11b clients join the network. It enables CTS (Clear-to-Send) DTIM Period - An access point transmits beacon signals to nearby clients at a preset interval. This parameter sets the beacon transmission interval time (1-255 seconds). Selection of a larger number may conserve energy for the client computer (when client power management is enabled), but may delay wireless communication. The default value of 1 is recommended.
Advanced Settings portant to note, that without encryption it is easy for strangers to connect to your network, especially if the AirStation is broadcasting its SSID. Select the type of data encryption: • Disabled - Disable data encryption. - WEP - Uses WEP encryption. Encryption key should be entered. - TKIP - Uses TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) for data encryption. The encryption key is renewed every “Re-key interval” when “TKIP” is selected.
Advanced Settings 128-bit HEX: 26 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “20123456789abcdeabcdeabcde” TKIP - TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) is a WEP expanded encryption technique. TKIP has greatly improved WEP’s weaknesses by rotating secret keys between every packet. TKIP uses WPA-PSK (pre-Shared Key). Characteristics: - The Initialization Vector is expanded from 24-bits to 48-bits. - The Initialization Vector is randomized. - Uses a different RC4 key for every packet.
Advanced Settings LAN Port Settings LAN Port Set the LAN side Ethernet settings. LAN Side IP Address - Allows administrator to specify a static IP and Subnet Mask for the LAN side of the AirStation. ■ Note: If the AirStation’s IP address is changed, the configuring computer’s IP must be changed to the same range to continue configuration. If the LAN IP is changed, restart the AirStation. (Section 4.4.10). If the IP address is changed, then the DHCP scope must be changed to match.
Advanced Settings DHCP Server DHCP Server Settings Allows a more advanced configuration of the DHCP server functions. DHCP Server Settings Allows administrator to enable/ disable the DHCP server function for the AirStation LAN side. Select Use to enable or Do not use to disable this function. If the DHCP service is enabled, wireless and wired clients may receive IP addresses and other network information from the AirStation.
Advanced Settings Lease Period - Specifies the time in hours (1-999) an assigned IP address is valid. If the client computer does not request a renewal of IP address before the lease period expires, the AirStation can issue the IP to another client computer. Default Gateway - Allows administrator to use the Default Gateway address (the AirStation’s IP address), assign a specific Gateway address, or block clients from Gateway notification.
Advanced Settings Manual Assignment - Allows administrator to add additional leased IP addresses tied to a specific MAC address. When a specific MAC address connects to the AP, the IP address specified will be given to that client. Manual IP and MAC Address Assignment Settings Display/Delete lease information - List of IP addresses, MAC addresses, lease periods and status is displayed.
Advanced Settings Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter Enforce MAC Filtering - Select Enable to restrict wireless connections to the registered adapters in the list. Select Disable to disable MAC address filtering. Press the Apply button to enter the MAC Address registration menus. This is where MAC Addresses can be assigned and deleted.
Advanced Settings Registration for MAC Addresses - MAC access restriction set up in LAN. Input the MAC addresses that are allowed to communicate with the AirStation. Register for Allowable PC’s MAC Address MAC address list - Displays a table list of all MAC addresses allowed to communicate with the AirStation.
Advanced Settings Wireless Bridge (WDS) Wireless Bridge (WDS) Settings The Wireless Distribution System supports peer-to-peer AP communication. Wireless Bridging (WDS)Select Enable to allow Bridge (WDS) mode between AirStations or Disable to block communication between AirStations. Wireless Bridge (WDS) Dedicated Mode - Select Enable to restrict wireless computer communication with the AirStation. In dedicated mode wireless clients CANNOT connect to WDS AirStations.
Advanced Settings To enable WDS, set the Wireless Bridge (WDS) function to Enable. Wireless Bridge (WDS) Settings Enter the Wireless MAC address of the AirStation to communicate with in the form of two characters separated by a colon and click Add. MAC Address Ex: 00:00:00:00:00:00 Up to six AirStation MAC addresses may be registered. Click Apply under Wireless Bridge (WDS) settings when the wireless Mac addresses AirStation are entered.
Advanced Settings WAN Settings WAN port Setup WAN Port Wired WAN Performance - Select port speed and type of duplex connecting to the WAN port. If unknown, select Auto negotiation. MAC Address of WAN Port - Set the AirStation MAC address to be used for WAN communication. Some ISP’s may require you to set the MAC Address of WAN to be the same MAC address of your cable or DSL modem. WAN IP Address - Allows administrator to select DHCP server, PPPoE, or manual setting for the WAN port of the AirStation.
Advanced Settings PPPoE Setting (for enabling PPPoE Client function) - Allows administrator to use PPPoE as specified by the ISP. The following parameters should be entered for PPPoE Settings: Name of Connection - Enter the name of your connection. User Name - Enter the user name (up to 64 alphanumeric characters) for PPPoE authorization. Password - Enter the password provided by your ISP (up to 64 alphanumeric characters). Reenter the password in the Confirmation box.
Advanced Settings Authorization - Authorization method for accessing the ISP’s PPPoE server. If unknown, select Auto authorization. PPPoE Settings Screen MTU (Maximum Transmit Unit) Size - Maximum Transmit Unit (578-1492) when using PPPoE. MRU (Maximum Receive Unit) Size - Maximum Receive Unit (578-1492) when using PPPoE. Keep Alive - Enables the PPPoE client to send a Link Control Protocol (LCP) echo request to the PPPoE server once per minute.
Advanced Settings WAN Network WAN side (Internet) parameters. These settings are generally not required if your ISP is providing DHCP services. In this case these fields can be left blank if desired. Host Name - Enter the host name as desired. Default Gateway - A default gateway IP should be assigned to the AirStation. If unknown, leave blank. If Auto IP assignment from DHCP Server is selected in the WAN Port section, a gateway IP is assigned automatically, provided the DHCP server is set to provide one.
Advanced Settings Network Settings Routing Setup Routing Setup RIP transmission to WAN - Allows RIP transmission or None (no RIP) to WAN RIP reception from WAN - Allows RIP reception or None (no RIP) from WAN RIP transmission to LAN - Allows RIP transmission or None (no RIP) to LAN RIP reception from LAN - Allows RIP reception or None (no RIP) from LAN RIP transmission to WAN - Allows RIP transmission or None (no RIP) to WAN Display Routing Table - Allows administrator to view and delete routing informat
Advanced Settings Add Routing Table Entry (1-15) to be passed before the packet reaches its destination. 43 Click Add Route to Add a Routing Table Entry •Destination address - Network IP address and subnet mask. • Gateway - Address through which the packet passes before it reaches the destination address.
Advanced Settings Address Translation Address Translation Setup Address Translation - Select Enable or Disable. Address Translation must be enabled for client computers to connect to the Internet. Selecting Enable enables the following functions: • IP Masquerade - When the LAN computer connects to the WAN side, the IP address of LAN computer is dynamically translated to become the WAN IP address of the AirStation. Multiple LAN computers can share one WAN IP address to access the Internet.
Advanced Settings IP Address of DMZ - Allows administrator to set the DMZ (De-Militarized Zone) address. Incoming packets containing no recognizable destination port information will be redirected to the DMZ’s IP address. Display/Delete NAT Table - Allows administrator to delete NAT tables. Add NAT Table Group - Specify a group (up to 16 characters) that the NAT rule belongs. Groups are simply used to visually organize the NAT table for the administrator.
Advanced Settings Some network applications (online games or streaming software) require adding Address Translation tables; consult the software’s documentation for port information). Protocol (WAN): • All - Selects all IP protocols. • ICMP - Network Diagnostic Protocol (1). • Manual - Specify the protocol number (0-65535). • TCP/UDP - Enter port number for TCP or UDP protocols. If both TCP and UDP are required, then separate entries are required.
Advanced Settings Packet Filter Packet Filter Setup Log Output - Select Output to activate the packet filter log. Packet Filter Information Basic Rule - Click add/delete basic rules. Place a check mark next to the basic rule to enable: • Deny setup from wireless LAN - Prohibits administration from a wireless computer. • Deny setup from wired LAN - Prohibits administration from a wired computer.
Advanced Settings Basic Filter Setting Use this filter when the communication speed goes down using a network application like E-mail, FTP and WEB. * If IDENT requests are forwarded to a LAN side client by address translation setting (DMZ or TCP port :113 ), this basic rule is ignored.
Advanced Settings IP Filter Settings - Limits the IP Filter setting type of packets allowed to pass between the WAN and LAN. The maximum number of rules is 32. • Operation - Packets from WAN (or LAN), select ignored, rejected, or accepted. Select the operation to be performed on the packets. Packets from: • WAN side - packets coming from the WAN side will be filtered. • LAN side - packets from the LAN side will be filtered. Are : • Ignored - Stop the packet and do not route it.
Advanced Settings no longer have access to the AirStation configuration screens. This function prohibits setup from a wireless or wired computer. The AirStation can be returned to the factory default settings by holding down the INIT button on the back of the unit for five seconds or until the red DIAG light becomes solid. Protocol - Mark and select a specific protocol. Select from all protocols, ICMP, arbitrary protocol number and TCP/UDP protocol number. • All - Selects all IP protocols.
Advanced Settings ■ Note: If configuring from a wireless computer, add your MAC address to the list of authorized wireless LAN PCs. The MAC address must be in two-digit groups separated by colons. Example: 00:40:26:00:11:22 Click Apply when settings are complete.
Advanced Settings Intrusion Detector Intrusion Detector Setup The Intrusion Detector watch guards and prevents unauthorized access from the WAN (Internet) This function also records information on unauthorized access attempts Intrusion Detector - Select Do not use, Use or Use (Apply Packet filter setting for Intrusion Detector setting). IP Spoofing - Check Block to prevent IP spoofing. Threshold Value - Enter the number (1-999) of suspect packets before the notification occurs.
• Sender email server address - Enter the SMTP Server address. • Receiving email server authorization - Enter the POP3 Server address, User name and Password. This is only required if your SMTP server requires POP verification before it allows email to be sent. Consult your ISP or mail server support for more information. • Send test - Click Send to test notification; this will also save and commit the entries. Pop-up notification - Pop-up window alert of unwanted activity.
Advanced Settings UPnP UPnP Setting Select Enable to enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). When a computer with UPnP support connects to the AirStation, that computer automatically receives configuration information from the AirStation.
Advanced Settings System Information Management - System Information System information of the AirStation is obtained here. • Model - Displays model and firmware version • AirStation Name - Displays AirStation host name • DHCP Server - Displays On or Off • Wireless Settings - Displays the wireless LAN settings such as wireless MAC address and wireless firmware. The wireless MAC address is required for setting up WDS with other access points. This is the best place to determine the wireless MAC address.
Advanced Settings Renew to obtain WAN information from the DHCP server. NOTE: If a manual IP is assigned to the WAN port, this feature is not displayed. Change Password Name and Password Setup AirStation name - When using multiple AirStations, select a unique name to make it easier to identify each AirStation through the AirStation Manager utility. This utility is seldomly used, thus, the AirStation name value has little value.
Advanced Settings Time setup Time setup - Enter the current date and time, and click Set. NTP - Network Time Protocol. Select Use or Do not use. Time Setup Screen ■ Note: If NTP is used, time is set automatically. NTP Server Address - Enter the NTP Server Address Update Time - Enter the time interval (in hours) for the time check frequency Time Zone - Select local time zone Click Apply.
Advanced Settings Packet Traffic Information Packet Traffic Information Displays number of packets sent and received for: Wired WAN Wired LAN Wireless LAN Click Refresh to start update the transfer packet log.
Advanced Settings Client Monitor Client Monitor Screen Displays the wired and wireless clients (computers) that are accessing the AirStation. • MAC address - Shows the client’s MAC address. • IP Address and Medium Shows the IP address that is assigned to the client from the DHCP server. The network medium is indicated as wireless or wired depending on how the client is accessing the AirStation.
Advanced Settings PING Test PING Test Performs a PING test from the AirStation to a LAN or WAN address. Enter the target IP address and click OK (e.g. 192.168.11.2 - OR- www.buffalotech.com) If the test results in an error, then verify you correctly inputted the address and check your connections.
Advanced Settings Log Information Screen Log Information Display log info level - Select Error and/or Notify to specify the types of reports to be logged by the AirStation. Display log info - Select the specific reports to be logged. Log information - Displays recorded logs.
Advanced Settings Syslog Transfer Syslog Transmitting Screen Select Enable or Disable to enable or disable the AirStation’s ability to transmit information to a Syslog server. • Syslog Server - Enter the IP address of the Syslog server. • Log Information Level - Select Error and/or Notice to specify the types of reports to be sent to the Syslog server. • Log Information - Select the specific reports to be sent to the Syslog server.
Advanced Settings Save/Restore Settings Save/ Restore Settings Screen Save current settings - Click Save to open the file saving dialog and save the current AirStation settings to a file. Restored saved settings - Restores settings from a file that has been saved. Click Choose file to select the saved file and click Restore. ■ Note: If the setting file is saved by a newer firmware than the current one, the AirStation can’t restore the settings.
Advanced Settings Reboot/Reload Defaults Initialization/ Reboot Click Restart to reboot AirStation Click Restore to reset the AirStation to default factory settings. ■ Note: Resetting to default factory settings will erase all settings and passwords previously entered. The AirStation will return to the condition it was in when first purchased.
Advanced Settings Firmware Update Firmware Update Firmware File Name - Click Browse to browse to the path and filename for the new firmware. Click Firmware Update to load firmware to the AirStation. ■ Note: Firmware update does not erase current user settings. It does however delete all of the service information from the Network Service List; you will need to perform a new service search after you update the firmware.
Advanced Settings AOSS AOSS Client Table - Displays the clients connected via AOSS. The ‘Disconnect’ button disconnects the client from the AOSS router by using MAC Address filtering. Once disconnected, the client will still appear in the client list but will appear as disconnected. The client can then be re-enabled by pressing the ‘Re-Enable’ button. A separate table exists for connected Ethernet Converters. The ‘Refresh’ button updates the tables.
Advanced Settings AOSS - Click Enable to allow the AirStation to use AOSS function. Click Disable to shut off the AOSS system. Clicking Disable will disable the AOSS button on the AirStation. AOSS Start AOSS - Click AOSS icon to begin the AOSS sequence. This starts the AOSS process just like pressing the AOSS button. Stop AOSS Process- Click AOSS icon to stop AOSS operation. Stopping the AOSS function will turn off AOSS and return the router to nonAOSS function.
File & Printer Sharing - Audio/Video Playback The Shared Files icon on the Network Service List gives you access to a PC or network device’s shared files and printers. For Windows PC’s, File and Printer sharing must be setup properly before this service will work. On Network Storage Centers like Buffalo’s LinkStation, the Shared Files icon should work with little to no configuration. Please consult your Windows documentation to learn more about setting up File and Printer Sharing.
Specifications Additional Information For more information, please consult: • The AirStation website at: http://www.buffalotech.com - for frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) and Software Updates. WHR-G54S BASE STATION SPECIFICATIONS Physical Specifications W1.10 x H5.28 x D5.67 in. (28 x 134 x 144 mm) Weight 0.6 lb.
Specifications Regulatory Information Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although AirStation wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license-free 2.4 GHz band, local radio regulations may impose limitations on the use of wireless communication equipment. Networking Characteristics Compatibility • IEEE802.11g/b Standard for Wireless LANs (High Speed Mode also Available) • Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Specifications Modulation Technique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum • ODFM for High Transmit Rate • DQPSK for Standard Transmit Rate • DBPSK for Low Transmit Rate Spreading 11-chip Barker Sequence Nominal Output Power 19.05 dBm (CCK) / 16.05dBm (OFDM) Transmit Rate / Range 802.11g : 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps AirStation IEEE 802.11 Channel Sets The range of the wireless signal is related to the Transmit Rate of the wireless communication.
Troubleshooting Common Problems: • Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Configuration mismatch, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Absence or conflict with the Client Driver. • Conflict of another device with the AirStation hardware. (1) LED Activity Monitoring LED activity helps identify problems. • Power LED should be GREEN, • Wireless LED should be GREEN if the line is active. If is it blinking GREEN, wireless communication is active.
Troubleshooting DIAG LED Display Status Descryiption Red flash, 1 time Red flash, 2 times Red flash, 3 times Red flash, 4 times RAM Error Flash ROM Error Wired LAN Error Wireless LAN Error Red flash, 5 times IP Address Configuration Error Failed to read/write internal memory Failed to read/write Flash memory Wired LAN Controller is failed Wireless LAN Controller is failed Not communicating because the WAN port and the LAN port have a same network address. Change LAN IP address setting of the WHR-G54S.
Troubleshooting 4. From the list of installed components, verify the TCP/IP => wireless LAN adapter protocol is installed. • If the wireless adapter protocol is not yet installed, click the Add button and select the TCP/IP protocol from the list. Refer to Windows Help for more information. • If the wireless adapter protocol is installed, select the protocol and click the Properties button. Verify the parameters match the settings provided by your LAN Administrator. Make changes if necessary, and click OK.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting WDS (Step-by-Step Instructions) The most common issue with WDS installations is using the wrong MAC address. The proper MAC Address for the access points is the ‘Wireless MAC Address’. The best place to document this is under the ‘System Information’ section of the configuration web page. For proper setup, please continue reading this document. Problem: Communication problems with WDS (wireless bridging/repeating).
Troubleshooting The following is a list of good practices with WDS: 1. Start the wireless bridge system with only two access points and then add more access points. 2. Setup all access points in the wireless bridge in close proximity before they are deployed to their proper location. 3. Only one access point in the wireless bridge should be serving DHCP and routing services unless a routed wired network exists. Proper Setup: Please follow the following steps to properly setup WDS. 1.
Troubleshooting 5. Click on the ‘LAN port’ link on the left. 6. Check that the ‘LAN side IP address’ values are correct for your network, or leave them as default. Record the ‘LAN side IP address’. Press the ‘Set’ button if any settings on this page have been set. 7. Click on the ‘Management’ link on the left. 8. The System Information page will appear. In the Wireless section of the table record the MAC address (including the :’s).
Troubleshooting 15. Click on the ‘Wireless bridge (WDS)’ link on the left. 16. Enable the WDS function and press the ‘Set’ button. 17. Enter the Wireless MAC Address of the first access point (which was recorded on Step 8) into the field that say ‘MAC Address of AirStation(Wireless)’ (include the :’s). Press the ‘Add’ button. 18. The Wireless MAC address inputted on the step above will appear in the ‘Connected AirStation’ table.
Troubleshooting 29. At the top of the page, press the ‘Apply’ button. 30. Once the router has rebooted, click on the ‘Management’ tab on the left. 31. Click on the ‘PING test’ link on the left. 32. In the ‘Destination’ field enter the IP address of the second access point and press the ‘OK’ button. a. If the ‘Result’ section of the table reports information like, “1st: 64 bytes from IP_ADDRESS” then the WDS bridge is effectively working. b.
Glossary Cross-Over Wiring: A UTP cable that has its transmit and receive pair crossed to allow communications between two devices. 10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ethernet network that uses UTP (Unshielded twisted pair) cable and a star topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is 100 Mbps. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.1x with EAP will initiate key handling. Ad-Hoc Network: The wireless network based on a peer-to-peer communications session.
Glossary Driver: Software that interfaces a computer with a specific hardware device. Ethernet cable: A wire similar to telephone cable that carries signals between Ethernet devices. DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum): Method of spreading a wireless signal into wide frequency bandwidth. File and Print Sharing: A Microsoft application that allows computers on a network to share files and printers. DTE (Data Terminal Equipment): Device that con10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.
Glossary IP (Internet Protocol) Address: A unique 32binary-digit number that identifies each sender or receiver of information sent in packets. Mbps (Mega Bits Per Second): A measurement of millions of bits per second. MDI/X (Media Dependent Interface/Crossover): Port on a network hub or switch that crosses the incoming transmit lines with the outgoing receive lines.
Glossary PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect): A bus that is connected directly to the CPU. mation between computers. RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service): A server that issues authentication key to clients. PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) Card: Removable module that adds features to a portable computer. RAM (Random Access Memory): Non-permanent memory.
Glossary TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol: Protocol used by computers when communicating across the Internet or Intranet. Script: A macro or batch file containing instructions and used by a computer to perform a task. Server: Any computer that makes files or peripheral devices available to users of the network and has a resident Network OS. TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol): An encryption method replacing WEP. TKIP uses random IV and frequent key exchanges.
Glossary WAN (Wide Area Network): A networking system covering a wide geographical area. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): An encryption method based on 64 or 128-bit algorithm. Web Browser: A software program that allows viewing of web pages. Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity): An organization that tests and assures interoperability among WLAN devices. Wire Speed: The maximum speed at which a given packet can be transferred using Ethernet and Fast Ethernet standard specifications.
FCC / CE Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
FCC / CE Information IMPORTANT NOTE: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
FCC / CE Information FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. BUFFALO declared that WHR-G54S is limited in CH1~11 by specified firmware controlled in USA.
FCC / CE Information Important Notice: This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and office use in all EU and EFTA member states. Intended use This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and office use in all EU and EFTA member states.
FCC / CE Information Potential restrictive use This device is a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN transceiver, intended for indoor home and office use in all EU and EFTA member states, except in France, Belgium and Italy where restrictive use applies. In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain an authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links. In Belgium there is a restriction in outdoor use.
Warranty Information Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) products comes with a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) warrants to the original purchaser the product; good operating condition for the warranty period. This warranty does not include non-Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) installed components. If the Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period, Buffalo Technology/(Melco Inc.
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Contact Information The constantly evolving state of wireless products and operating systems requires Buffalo Technology to occasionally release updated software to take advantage of new technologies and to comply with industry standards. For the most recent software, firmware, driver, and technical whitepaper releases available, please visit the Buffalo Technology website. USA/Canada : http://www.buffalotech.com/ Europe : http://www.buffalo-technology.
