3. Configuration 3.3.2 Launching the Web Configuration utility Using the Wireless Settings Utility You can only launch the Web Configuration utility from the Wireless Settings Utility when the device is in AP mode. Switch the device to AP mode using the mode switch before launching the Wireless Settings Utility. To launch the Web Configuration utility using the Wireless Setting Utility: 1. C l i c k S t a r t > A l l P r o g r a m s > Wireless Settings. Wireless AP > 2.
3. Configuration 3.3.3. Changing the access point (AP) configuration SimpleSetuppage The Simple Setup page displays the default AP settings of the SAA04-05224A. Use this page to set the AP channel, operation mode, and security. Clicking the button displays available options for that field. If you wish to load the default settings, press the device reset button for more than five seconds, then refresh your browser to display the default values. SSID (Service Set Identifier).
. Configuration Click the Associated Stations link (beside the SSID) to displays the list of wireless device(s) associated with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. The list includes the wireless device(s) MAC address and connection status. Channel. Allows you to specify the channel the device uses to communicate with other wireless device(s) in the network. The 802.11g specification supports up to 13 overlapping channels for radio communication.
3. Configuration The following fields allow you to configure the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A security settings. Authentication Method. This option allows you to select the encryption method for securing your wireless communication. Refer to the table below for details. Table 3-3: Authentication methods Method Open system or shared key Shared Key WPA-PSK Description Thismethodallowsthedevicetoacceptconnection requestsfromanywirelessdevicewithinitsoperating range.
3. Configuration Securing your wireless communication using WEP encryption To secure your wireless communication using the WEP encryption: 1. Assign the WEP encryption keys by manual or automatic generation. Manual Assignment. For a 64-bit encryption, enter 10 hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f, A~F) or 5 ASCII characters in each of the four WEP keys. For 128-bit encryption enter 26 hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f, A~F) or 13 ASCII characters in each of the four WEP keys. Automatic Generation.
3. Configuration 3. Set the WPA Re-key Timer (1 ~ 2147483647 seconds). The re-key timer allows you to set the time interval before the WPA group key is changed. A shorter re-key interval provides a more secure wireless network. Changing the network settings The Ethernet Interface fields allow you to configure the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. Inquire the correct network settings with your network administrator before changing any Ethernet interface settings. Enable DHCP.
3. Configuration Access Control page The MAC Access Control page allows you to control the wireless network traffic by specifying the MAC addresses of wireless clients allowed to establish connection to the SAA04-05224A. To specify the wireless clients allowed to establish connection to the SAA04-05224A: 1. Click , then select the Only allow Stations with MAC listed below to access this device option. The MAC address fields are activated 2.
3. Configuration Firmware Upgrade page The Firmware Upgrade page displays the product ID, firmware version, and regulation domain. This page allows you to: 1. upgrade the firmware when it becomes outdated or corrupted, and 2. change the log on password. To upgrade the firmware: The Power LED blinks continuously when the firmware is corrupted or when the firmware upgrade fails. 1. Download and save the latest firmware from the website. 2.
3. Configuration To change the log on password: 1. Type the new password in the New Password and Retype New Password fields, then click Apply. 2. A message appears indicating that you have successfully changed the log on password. The browser refreshes with the new password. Use your new password when launching both the Wireless Setting configuration window and Web Configuration utilities. Regulation Domain IEEE 802.11b/g networks are regulated worldwide since these networks use the 2.4GHz ~ 2.
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3. Configuration Restoring the default values The following are the default values of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A (in AP mode). You can restore the default values by pressing the reset button for more than five seconds. Parameter Default value WirelessInterface SSID .................................................................. AP_XXXXXX ResponsetobroadcastSSIDrequests ...................... Enabled Channel .............................................................. Channel1 Operationmode ...........
3. Configuration 3.3.4 Changing the Ethernet adapter configuration You must switch the device to Ethernet adapter mode using the mode switch before changing any Ethernet adapter settings. Simple Setup page The Simple Setup page allows you to change the basic Ethernet adapter settings. You can use this page when setting the SAA04-05224A SSID, station mode, transmission rate, security, and when enabling the MAC cloning and button scan mode features. SSID (Service Set Identifier).
4. Using the device Channel. Select the channel used by the AP (Infrastructure) or the wireless device (Ad-hoc) to establish connection. Station Mode. This field allows you to select the device wireless standard while in Ethernet adapter mode. Selecting 802.11b/g allows the device to connect to both wireless standards. Transmission Rate. This field allows you to adjust the data transmission rate between the SAA04-05224A and the AP/wireless device. Preamble. See page 3-14. Authentication Method.
4. Using the device Scan Mode. This field allows you to select the scan mode for button scanning. Click to display available options. Find the connection with the strongest link quality- When the reset button is pressed for less than 5 seconds, the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A connects to an AP or wireless device with the strongest link quality.
4. Using the device Site Survey page The Site Survey page displays the Station Status, and allows you to scan and connect to available wireless networks within the SAA04-05224A range. This page also allows you to save a wireless connection in the Profile Table for the Button Scan Mode feature. Station Status The Station Status fields displays the device wireless network connection SSID, operating mode, and encryption settings.
4. Using the device To scan available wireless network(s) in your location: 1. Click the Survey button on the bottom of the page. A Site Scanning window appears. 2. The utility displays the available wireless network(s) in the Site Survey table. To connect to an available wireless network with known SSID and disabled encryption: 1. From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network you intend to join. Take note of the icon preceding the wireless network for easy identification.
4. Using the device To connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and disabled encryption: 1. From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a hidden SSID and disabled encryption) you intend to join. to select the number of the wireless network you intend to 2. Click join, then click the Join button. 3. Click OK when this window appears. Inquire the wireless network SSID with the network administrator. 4.
4. Using the device To connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and enabled encryption: 1. From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a hidden SSID and enabled encryption) you intend to join. to select the number of the wireless network you intend to 2. Click join, then click the Join button. 3. Click OK when this window appears. Inquire the wireless network SSID and encryption settings with the network administrator. 4.
4. Using the device A message appears in the browser i n d i c a t i n g t h a t yo u h a v e successfully joined the wireless network. To connect to an available wireless network with a known SSID and enabled encryption: 1. From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a known SSID and enabled encryption) you intend to join. 2. Click to select the number of the wireless network you intend to join, then click the Join button. 3. Click OK when this window appears. 4.
4. Using the device 4. Select the Authentication Method and Encryption of the wireless network you intend to join, then enter the encryption keys in the key fields. Click Apply when finished. A messa ge ap p ear s in the browser indicating that you have successfully joined the wireless network.
4. Using the device Profile Table The Profile Table allows you to view or delete saved wireless networks. The table displays the saved wireless network SSID, channel, security settings, and network type. Click the Profile Table link to view the Profile Table. Saved wireless networks are preceded by an icon for easy identification.
4. Using the device To save a wireless network in the Profile Table: 1. From the Site Survey page, select the wireless network you intend to join. to select the number of the selected wireless network, then 2. Click click the Join button. 3. When the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is associated with the wireless network, click the Save button. 4. The Profile Table appears with the saved wireless network. Click Back to return to the previous page.
4. Using the device The saved wireless networks in the Profile Table corresponds to the number of profiles available for the Button Scan Mode feature. For example, if you saved three wireless networks in the Profile Table, then three profiles are available for button scanning • The profile number represents the sequence of the saved wireless networks in the profile table. • Refer to page 3-24 to 3-25 for details on the Button Scan Mode feature. To delete a wireless network from the Profile Table: 1.
4. Using the device Restoring the default values The following are the default values of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A (Ethernet adapter mode). You may restore these values by pressing the reset button for more than five seconds. Parameter Default value WirelessInterface SSID .................................................................. ANY OperatingMode .................................................... InfrastructureMode Channel ...............................................................
4. Using the device 3.4 Firmware Restoration The Firmware Restoration utility is a rescue tool for an SmartAnt SAA0405224A that failed during a previous firmware upload. This utility is available in the support CD that came with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A package. A failed firmware upgrade causes the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to enter a failure mode. Use the Firmware Restoration utility to find and upload a new firmware for the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. To restore the firmware: 1.
4. Using the device 4.1 Using the device in a local network You can use the SAA04-05224A to connect a wireless LAN-enabled computer to a local network with or without a DHCP server. To connect a wireless LAN-enabled computer to a local network: 1. Switch the SAA04-05224A to AP mode. (Default SSID: AP_xxxxxx), then turn on the device. 2. Connect one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the device and the other end to the Ethernet port of the local network. 3.
4. Using the device 4.3 Replacingcableconnectionsofotherdevices You can also use the SAA04-05224A to replace your Xbox, PlayStation® 2, or set-top box network cable connection. To do this: 1. Switch the SAA04-05224A to Ethernet adapter mode using the mode switch. (Default SSID: ANY) 2. Place the SAA04-05224A nearest the AP you wish to connect, then turn on the device. 3.
Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide provides solutions to some common problems that you may encounter while installing and/or using SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. These problems require simple troubleshooting that you can perform by yourself. Contact the Technical Support if you encounter problems not mentioned in this section. 48 Problem Action TheSmartAntSAA04-05224Adoes notpowerup. • Use a test meter to measure the voltage outputof the power source throughthe powerplug.
Troubleshooting Problem Action Observe the hub LED if you are not sure what speed the hub supports. My WLANcardcannotassociate withtheSmartAntSAA04-05224A. • Make sure your WLAN card has the same specifications as the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A (IEEE 802.11b/g). • Minimize the distance between the devices. The WLAN card may be out of range of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. • Check if the SmartAnt SAA0405224A and the WLAN card have the same SSID.
Troubleshooting Problem Action Thethroughputseemsslow. Avoid placing the device behind a metal object. Clear obstacles between the AP and the device. Try moving the client closer to the SmartAnt SAA0405224A and checkif the throughput increases. Consider adding a second SmartAntSAA04-05224Ato implementroaming. Icannotaccessthe Pocket WirelessAPwebconfiguration page. To access the SmartAnt SAA0405224A web configuration page,your computer must have the same subnet as that of the SmartAnt SAA0405224A.
Troubleshooting Problem Action TheSmartAntSAA04-05224A PowerLEDcontinuouslyblinksfor morethanaminute. Turn off the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. Turn the device again and observe if the Power LED stops blinking. If the blinking continues, you need to restore the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A firmware. Use the Firmware Restoration utility to restore or update theSmartAntSAA04-05224A firmware. Awirelessclientwantstoconnect totheSmartAntSAA04-05224A butcannotgetthecorrectIPfrom theDHCPserver.
