User manual BUFFALO WLA-G54C

[. . . ] wireless compact repeater bridge-g WLA-G54C Interoperable with: Protected AccessTM User Manual i Table of Contents INTRODUCTION . 1. 1 AirStation 54 Mbps* Compact Repeater Bridge (WLA-G54C) . 1. 2 AirStation Wireless Network Features . 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS . [. . . ] Note: If the setting file is saved by a newer firmware than the current one, the AirStation can't restore the settings. Figure 4. 3. 9 Initialization / Reboot 4. 3. 9 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. 12 Installation / Setup Figure 4. 3. 10 Firmware Update 4. 3. 10 Firmware Update Firmware file name - Enter the path and filename for new firmware or select Browse to search for the path. Click Firmware Update to load firmware to the AirStation. Note: Firmware update does not erase current user settings. Note: Firmware Updates can only be performed by the recommended Web Browsers below on the Macintosh. OSX - The AirStation can be updated using Netscape v7 or Apple's Safari Web browser v1. 0 or later. OS9 - The AirStation can be updated using Netscape v4. 5 or later or Internet Explorer 4. 5 or later. 4. 4 LOGOUT - This feature logs administrator out of the AirStation web interface. Only one user at a time can configure the AirStation with the web interface. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please check the Buffalo Web site (www. buffalotech. com/wireless) for the latest information and any corrections made in this manual. For more information, please consult one of the following: · The on-line help system of your AirStation wireless system - for information about software and driver functionality. · The AirStation website at http://www. buffalotech. com - for frequently asked questions (FAQ's) and Software Updates. 13 Installation / Setup 5 Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions W2. 2 x H4. 8 x D3. 6in. (W56 x H120 x D92mm) Weight: 9oz (256g with power supply) Temperature & Humidity Operation 0° to 40° C Humidity: 20-80% (Non condensing) Power Characteristics Transmit Mode 1. 1A (Nominal), Power Supply 3. 3 V External Antenna Connector - MC Connector 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 · IEEE 802. 11g and 802. 11b Standard for Wireless LANs · Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Host Operating System Microsoft Windows®) ME/98/NT4. 0/2000/XP, Unix/Linux/MacOS Media Access Protocol Wired - CSMA/CD (Collision Detection) Wireless - CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with Acknowledgment (ACK) Radio Characteristics RF Frequency Band 2. 4 GHz (2400-2483 MHz) 11 selectable sub-channels Communication Range *Speed Indoor Outdoor 54Mbps 65ft(20m) 165ft(50m) 18Mbps 195ft(60m) 490ft(150m) 11Mbps 245ft(75m) 590ft(180m) 1Mbps 410ft(125m) 1870ft(570m) *All Distances are estimated. Wireless connections may be affected as physical conditions and circumstances vary. Table "Communication Range" lists the typical range when in ordinary use. 14 Installation / Setup Modulation Technique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum · OFDM · CCK · DQPSK · DBPSK Spreading 11-chip Barker Sequence Bit Error Rate (BER) Better than 10 -5 Nominal Output Power 15 dBm (32mW) Receiver Sensitivity -92 dBm Delay Spread (at FER of <1%) 65 ns 225 ns 400 ns 500 ns · The range of wireless devices can be affected by metal surfaces, solid high-density materials and obstacles in the signal path. Note: The range values listed in Table "Radio Characteristics" are typical distances as measured at Buffalo Technology AirStation laboratories. These values are provided for your guidance but may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the AirStation product is installed. AirStation IEEE 802. 11 Channel Sets The range of the wireless signal is related to the Transmit Rate of the wireless communication. Communications at a lower Transmit range may travel longer distances. Center Channel ID FCC 1-2412 2-2417 3-2422 4-2427 5-2432 6-2437 7-2442 8-2447 9-2452 10-2457 11-2462 * * default channel 15 Troubleshooting 6 Troubleshooting Common Troubleshooting Tips Common Problems: · Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation. [. . . ] · 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. FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). [. . . ]