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2 T able of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05 Installation / Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 Antenna Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Standard Settings . . . .
3 T able of Contents Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Routing Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Address T ranslation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Packet Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 T able of Contents Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 T roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 FCC Information . . . . . .
5 AirStation Broadband Router Base Station (WBR2-G54) Welcome to AirStation, the easy way to ultra fast wireless networking. This manual, which describes the most common configurations, introduces you to the AirStation Cable/DSL Router , and will help you connect to your network quickly .
6 • SOHO/SMB routing and firewall functions provide a safer private networking environment, includ- ing support for MS NetMeeting and MSN-Messenger . • Additional SPI Firewall Functions - DMZ, intrusion detection and notification • Syslog transmits some or all system activities to a central Syslog server .
7 - Packet monitoring and filtering by MAC address, IP address and port. - PPPoE support - WDS support • Buffalo’ s easy web interface configuration • Broadband router static and dynamic routing methods between W AN and LAN based on updated routing tables.
8 neously . Buffalo AirStation wireless access points enable sharing broadband by simply connecting the AirStation to a DSL or CA TV modem to: • Share files and printers • Access and share the In.
9 offi ce. Connect the Buffalo AirStation Broadband router AP to a CA TV or DSL modem in order to: •Share broadband access •Share fi les and printers •Bridge between multiple networks and mult.
10 ing Local area connection • Any Wi-Fi (wireless) compatible computer with a Web Browser Internet Explorer or Netscape 4.5 or later . (Safari 1.0 is supported with Macintosh OS X.2) AirStation WBR2-G54 Package Contents The AirStation WBR2-G54 package consists of the following items.
1 1 About the AirStation CD The AirStation does not require any software to be installed on your computer for configuration. The AirStation CD contains client drivers for Buffalo Wireless Adapters (i.e. Notebook Adapter and Desktop PCI Adapter) and the AirStation documentation.
12 you to combine and share wired and wireless computers and printers with the high-speed internet connection. 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 W AN port.
13 The WBR2-G54 has two internal antennas. One has a vertical orientation while the other has a horizontal orienta- tion. This setup is ideal because it allows for proper antenna polarization with both desktop and notebook style wireless adapter antennas.
14 Introduction Confi guring the AirStation using a standard web browser requires basic wireless confi guration knowledge. Setup includes manual wireless confi guration and basic administrative management. Setup Preparation Make note of the AirStation’s wired MAC address (found on the back of the WBR2- G54).
15 A Web browser version 4.5 or later can be used to configure the AirStation. Advanced settings for security , filtering and other features will be explained in later sections. Open the Setup Screen • Connect the WBR2-G54 according to the wiring instructions in Section 2.
16 Enter ISP information • Click the appropriate button to select the type of broadband access. (Users more experienced in networking may choose to select the Ad- vanced button and skip to Section 4.) • For supplementary tools, use the tabs along the top of the screen.
17 Enter IP Address Manually - Enter the IP Address given by the ISP . - Use ‘Enter IP Address Manually’ if the ISP requires use of a static IP address.
18 CA TV (Cable) Button Select the appropriate connection method. Automatic IP Assignment by ISP - Select ‘Automatic IP Assignment by ISP’ if your ISP’s DHCP server assigns an IP address automatically . Enter IP Address Manually - Select ‘Enter IP Address Manually’ if the ISP requires use of a static IP address.
19 The IP Address is Acquired Au to mat i cal ly but DNS Server Address is Entered Manually - 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.
20 Security The Security T ab offers three Simple Security Settings. Follow the in struc tions in each screen to enter WEP keys, MAC Address Filtering and the degree of fi rewall security for the AirStation.
21 Simple WEP Setup. - Select the desired encryption and enter an appropriate WEP key to encrypt your network. See the section on Wireless LAN Security starting on ‘ Page 22 ’ for more information on encryption. Simple MAC Address Filter . - Select ‘ Limit ’ to use MAC fi lter- ing.
22 Applications The Application T ab offers setup for special ap- plications such as games, MS NetMeeting and MSN Messenger . Then follow the on-screen menus to confi gure the AirStation for the applica- tion.
23 Web Gaming Setup -Enter the ports (refer to Game documentation) the game runs on, and enter the Local IP Ad- dress of the PC that plays the game. NetMeeting Setup -Enter the IP Address of the PC that will use Netmeeting. MSN Messenger Setup -Refer to the on-screen help for information about Messenger .
24 AOSS AOSS (AirStation One-T ouch 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 ESS-ID's.
25 ◗ Now that the WBR2-G54 and wireless client adapter are installed, you can use AOSS to configure them. ◗ T o begin the configuration, press the AOSS button on the back of the WBR2-G54 for 3-5 seconds. The AOSS light will begin to flash when the AOSS mode has been enabled.
26 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.
27 LAN Settings Set up LAN connections. Wireless Settings Wireless Function - Enable or disable wireless LAN computer communication. ESS-ID (SSID) - Allows ad- ministrator to alter the ESS-ID of the AirStation. T o com- municate with a specifi c AP only , the AP’s ESS-ID must be entered in the client computer .
28 ping channels. Channels 1, 6 and 1 1 are non-overlapping. 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.
29 may delay wireless communication. The default value of 1 is recommended. Wireless output power - Confi gure output power of the AirStation. Decrease wireless output power to shrink the wireless communication range.
30 cryption key should be entered. - TKIP - Uses TKIP (T emporal Key Integrity Protocol) for data encryption. The encryption key is renewed every “Re-key interval” when “TKIP” is selected.
31 Characteristics: - The Initialization V ector is expanded from 24-bits to 48-bits. - The Initialization V ector is randomized. - Uses a different RC4 key for every packet. TIKIP requires an 8 to 63 character passphrase in ASCII or 64 digits hexadecimal key .
32 LAN Port Set the LAN side Ethernet settings. LAN Side IP Address - Allows ad min is tra tor 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 con- fi guring computer ’s IP must be changed to the same range to continue confi guration.
33 DHCP Server Allows a more advanced con- fi guration of the DHCP server functions. DHCP Server Function - Al- lows ad min is tra tor to enable/ disable the DHCP server func- tion for the AirStation LAN side. Select Use to enable or Do not use to disable this function.
34 Lease duration - 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 .
35 Manual IP and MAC Address As sign ment - Allows adminis- trator to add additional leased IP addresses tied to a specifi c MAC address. When a spe- cifi c MAC address connects to the AP , the IP address speci- fi ed will be given to that client.
36 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless PC’ s Connection - Select Enable to restrict wireless connections to the registered adapters in the list. Select Disable to disable MAC address fi ltering. Press the Preset button to enter the MAC Address registration menus.
37 Registration for MAC Ad- dresses - MAC access restriction set up in LAN. Input the MAC addresses that are allowed to communicate with the AirStation. MAC address list - Displays a table list of all MAC addresses allowed to communicate with the AirStation.
38 Wireless Bridge (WDS) The Wireless Distribution System supports peer-to-peer AP communication. Wireless Bridge (WDS) Func- tion - Select Enable to allow Bridge (WDS) mode between AirStations or Disable to block communication between AirStations.
39 T o enable WDS, set the Wire- less Bridge (WDS) function to Enable . 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 ad- dresses may be registered.
40 W AN Settings W AN Port C o m m u n ic a t i o n M e t h o d o f W i r e d WA N - Select port speed and type of duplex connecting to the W AN port. If unknown, select Auto negotiation. MAC Address of W AN - Set the AirStation MAC address to be used for W AN com mu ni c- a tion.
41 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.
42 Authorization - Authorization method for accessing the ISP’s PPPoE server . If unknown, select Auto authorization. MTU (M ax imu m T ran smi t Uni t) Si ze - Maximum T ransmit Unit (578-1492) when using PPPoE. MRU (Maximum Receive Unit) Size - Maximum Receive Unit (578-1492) when using PPPoE.
43 W AN Network W AN side (Internet) param- eters. These settings are gen- erally not required if your ISP is providing DHCP services. In this case these fi elds 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.
44 Port Number for WEB Settings - Set a specific port number when remote setup of the AirStation is planned. Using port 80 allows the AirStation to be accessed from the internet by connecting to http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is your W AN IP address).
45 Network Settings Routing Setup RIP transmission to W AN - Allows RIP transmission or None (no RIP) to W AN RIP reception from W AN - Al- lows RIP reception or None (no RIP) from W AN RIP transmissi.
46 • Gateway - Address through which the packet passes be- fore it reaches the des ti na tion address. • Metric - Number of routers (1-15) to be passed before the packet reaches its destination.
47 Address T ranslation Address T ranslation - Select Use or Do not Use . Address T ranslation must be enabled for client computers to connect to the Internet.
48 IP address of DMZ - Allows administrator to set the DMZ (De-Militarized Zone) address. Incoming packets containing no recognizable destination port information will be re di rect ed to the DMZ’s IP address. Display/Delete NA T T able - Allows ad min is tra tor to delete NA T tables.
49 Some network applications (online games or streaming software) require adding Address T ransla- tion tables; consult the software’s documentation for port information). Protocol (W AN): • All - Selects all IP protocols. • ICMP - Network Diagnostic Protocol (1).
50 Packet Filter Log Output - Select Output to activate the packet fi lter log. Packet Filter Information Basic Rule - Click add/delete basic rules. Place a check mark next to the basic rule to enable: • Prohibit setup from wire- less LAN - Prohibits adminis- tration from a wireless com- puter .
51 Use this fi lter when the commu- nication speed goes down using a network application like E-mail, FTP and WEB. * If IDENT requests are for- warded to a LAN side client by address translation setting (DMZ or TCP port :1 13 ), this basic rule is ignored.
52 IP Filter setting - Limits the type of packets allowed to pass between the W AN and LAN. The maximum number of rules is 32. • Operation - Packets from W AN (or LAN), select ignored, rejected , or accepted . Select the operation to be performed on the packets.
53 no longer have access to the AirStation confi guration 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 fi ve seconds or until the red DIAG light becomes solid.
54 ■ 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: 00:40:26:00:1 1:22 Click Apply when settings are complete.
55 Intrusion Detector The Intrusion Detector watch guards and prevents unauthorized access from the W AN (Internet) This function also records information on unauthorized access attempts Intrusion Detector - Select Do not use , Use or Use (Apply Packet fi lter setting for Intrusion Detector set- ting) .
56 • 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.
57 UPnP Select Use to enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). When a computer with UPnP support connects to the AirSta- tion, that computer automati- cally receives confi guration information from the AirStation.
58 Management System Information System information of the AirStation is obtained here. • Model name - Displays model and fi rmware version • AirStation Name - Displays AirStation host name • DHCP Server function - Displays On or Off • Wireless - Displays the wireless LAN settings such as wireless MAC address and wireless fi rmware.
59 • W AN side IP address auto acquisition - This is the method to acquire the IP address from the W AN (Internet) side DHCP server . Press Release to release current DHCP W AN information. Press Renew to obtain W AN information from the DHCP server .
60 • New Password - Enter new password. Enter up to eight alphanumeric characters (case sensi- tive) • Confi rm Password - Reenter the new password for confi rmation T ime setup Time setup - Enter the current date and time, and click Set. NTP - Network T ime Protocol.
61 Packet T raffi c Information Displays number of packets sent and received for: Wired W AN Wired LAN Wireless LAN Click Refresh to start update the transfer packet log.
62 Client Monitor Displays the wired and wireless clients (computers) that are accessing the AirStation. • MAC address - Shows the client’s MAC address. • Leased IP address - Shows the IP address that is assigned to the client from the DHCP server .
63 PING T est Performs a PING test from the AirStation to a LAN or W AN address. Enter the target IP address and click OK (e.g. 192.168.1 1.2 - OR- www .buffalotech.com ) If the test results in an error , then verify you correctly inputted the address and check your connections.
64 Log Information Display log info level - Select Error and/or Notify to spec- ify the types of reports to be logged by the AirStation. Display log info - Select the specifi c reports to be logged.
65 Syslog T ransfer Select Use or Do not use 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 .
66 Save/Restore Settings Save current settings - Click Save to open the fi le saving dialog and save the current AirStation settings to a fi le. Restored saved settings - Restores settings from a fi le that has been saved. Click Choose fi le to select the saved fi le and click Restore .
67 Reboot/Reload Defaults 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 fi rst purchased.
68 Firmware Update Firmware fi le name - Click Browse to browse to the path and fi lename for the new fi rmware. Click Firmware Update to load fi rmware to the AirStation. ■ Note: Firmware update does not erase current user settings. Please visit the Buffalo T echnology Web Page to download the latest fi rm- wares free of charge.
69 AOSS Client T able - 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.
70 Manually specify the encryp- tion type - This forces AOSS to use a specifi ed type of encryp- tion. It is recommended to not change this setting. If the setting is changed then every client that connects must have support for that encryption type.
71 Additional Information For more information, please consult: • The AirStation website at: http://www .buffalotech.com - for frequently asked questions (F AQ’s) and Software Updates. WBR2-G54 BASE ST A TION SPECIFICA TIONS Physical Specifications Dimensions W3 x H6.
72 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.
73 Modulation T echnique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum • ODFM for High T ransmit Rate • DQPSK for Standard T ransmit Rate • DBPSK for Low T ransmit Rate Spreading 1 1-chip Barker Sequence Nominal Output Power 13.
74 400 m (1300 ft.) 550 m (1750 ft.) Semi-Open Office Environment 50 m (165 ft.) 70 m (230 ft.) 90 m (300 ft.) 1 15 m (375 ft.) Closed Office 25 m (80 ft.
75 T able “Radio Characteristics” lists the typical ranges when used indoors: • In Open Office environments, clients can “see” each other , i.e. there are no physical obstruc- tions between them. • In Semi-open Office environments, work space is separated by room dividers; client cards are at desktop level.
76 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.
77 T able B.1.1 DIAG LED Activity T able DIAG LED Display Time Description/Action Continuous Red Starting RAM Error Red flash, 2 times Starting Flash ROM Error Red flash, 3 times Starting A problem in the wired LAN side Red flash, 4 times Starting A problem in the wireless LAN side B.
78 • 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.
79 Troubleshooting WDS (Step-by-Step Instructions) The most common issue with WDS installations is using the wrong MAC address. The proper MAC Ad- dress 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.
80 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.
81 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.
82 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).
83 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.
84 10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ether- net 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 authenti- cation used between an AP and a client. 802.
85 Driver: Software that interfaces a computer with a specific hardware device. DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum): Method of spreading a wireless signal into wide frequency bandwidth. DTE (Data T erminal Equipment): Device that con10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.
86 IP (Internet Protocol) Address: A unique 32- binary-digit number that identifies each sender or receiver of information sent in packets. Infrastructure: A wireless network or other small network in which the wireless network devices are made a part of the network through the Access Point.
87 mation between computers. RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service): A server that issues authentication key to clients. RAM (Random Access Memory): Non-permanent memory .
88 Script: A macro or batch file containing instruc- tions 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.
89 W AN (Wide Area Network): A networking sys- tem covering a wide geographical area. WEP (W ired Equivalent Privacy): An encryp- tion 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.
90 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.
91 IMPORT ANT 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.
92 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 .
93 W arranty Information Buffalo T echnology (Melco Inc.) products comes with a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase . Buffalo T echnology (Melco Inc.) warrants to the original purchaser the product; good operat- ing condition for the warranty period.
94 Contact Information ADDRESS Buffalo T echnology (USA), Inc. 4030 West Braker Lane, Suite 120 Austin, TX 78759-5319 GENERAL INQUIRIES Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:30pm CST Direct: 512-794-8533 | T oll-free: 800-456-9799 | Fax: 512-794-8520 | Email: sales@buffalotech.
95 T echnical Support is available 24 hours a day , 7 days a week (USA / Canada) T oll-Free: 866-752-6210 email: info@buffalotech.com ©2004, Buffalo T echnology (USA), Inc.
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