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1. WLAE AG300N User Manual 22 Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Interface Menus The following settings may be changed from the configuration interface Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item LAN Config Route Configure the AirStation s IP communication route Page 28 Wireless Config WPS WPS settings and status Page 29 AOSS AOSS AirStation One touch Secure System settings and status Page 30 Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings Page 36 WMM Set priorities for Wireless Multimedia Extensions Wi Fi Multimedia Page 37 Page 39 Multicast Control Configure limits on sending unnecessary multicast packets to the Page 40 wireless LAN port WDS Configure communication among AirStation Page 41 MAC Filter Limit access to specific devices Admin Config Name Configure the AirStation s name Page 43 Password Configure the AirStation s login password for access to the configuration Page 44 interface Time Date Configure the AirStation s internal clock Page 45 NTP Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to Page 46 automatically set the AirStation s internal clock ECO Configure the AirStation s ECO Mode Page 47 Log Configure a syslog server to manage the AirStation s logs Page 49 Initialize Restart Initialize the AirStation or reboot it Page 51 Update Update the AirStation s firmware Page 52 Diagnostic Access Configure access restrictions to the
2. 2 LAN Ports Connect your computer hub or other Ethernet devices to these ports This switching hub supports 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps connections 3 Power Connector Connect the power cable here WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview Rear View N AO Uu A 4 AOSS WPS Button To initiate AOSS WPS hold down this button until the wireless LED flashes about 1 second Then push or click the AOSS or WPS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection Both devices must be powered on for this to work 5 Function Button Hold down this button until the wireless and status LEDs flash amber about 3 seconds to move to the transmission speed measurement mode After measuring the speed the wireless LED illuminates in the following color depending on transmission quality Green Good Amber Normal Red Bad 6 Wireless LED Shows wireless LAN status On Green 5 GHz wireless On Amber 2 4 GHz wireless Blinking AOSS WPS error On Red Wireless is not working Off Power is off WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview 7 Status LED Shows AirStation status On Green 2 blinks Green 1 blink Red 2 blinks Red 3 blinks Red 7 4 blinks Red 7 Continuously blinking Red WDS is enabled as Master or WDS is enabled as a Slave connected to the Master WDS is enabled as a Slave not connected to the Master RAM error Flash ROM error
3. Configure your access point s wireless connection settings n e Connection Settings Click on Scan to search for available access points Double click on an access point to select it from the list and enter your connection information SSID CH Strength Encryption 001D738C6118 11 100 Encrypted WAP G 1 1004 Encrypted E manual G 1 100 Encrypted WAP G 3 99 Encrypted manual A 36 100 Encrypted WAP A 36 96 Encrypted v SSID WAP A Encryption Method WPAZ PSKAES Encryption Key 1234567890123 Found 8 access point s Parameter Scan SSID Encryption method Encryption Key WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Click this button to search for available access points Select an access point to connect to Double click on an access point s SSID to select it Select the type of encryption to use Enter the AP s encryption key 84 Appendix D TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows 7 To configure TCP IP in Windows 7 follow the procedure below 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet 2 Double click Network and Sharing Center 3 Click Change Adapter Settings on the left side menu 4 Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties 5 If the message Windows needs your permission to continue appears click Continue 6 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then click Properties 7 To
4. AT EE SD RID RASA 2 fi FH EE KT SAE EA ES gt EIS H OST ER TI SAD al E ERR di JEPARA ORA AERLE FARREA ERR NE Ee TE 5 25 5 35 PEREZ a gt PRICE PEA gt 021212 18822 BIXHIABSSES Si IISA X2X 90 47 SE LE TAMA ASES USLICH oig esu AMEN SHO sje og ABAD BAS Ag c 8 4 gis SA Sol ALS AUZA S sve SPS SA Ad LE SATE SCHU 8 ABA ABE SATA UE LUCH WLAE AG300N User Manual 94 Appendix G Environmental Information The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources we encourage you to use the appropriate take back systems e The take back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way e The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems AA e If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration WLAE AG300N User Manual 95 Appendix H GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http opensource buffalo jp WLAE AG300N User Manual 96 Appendix Warranty Information Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc products come with a two year limited
5. Wired Ethernet LAN error Wireless LAN error Updating firmware saving settings or initializing settings 1 Turn off AirStation first wait for a few seconds then turn it back on 2 If the status LED keeps blinking do not turn off the AirStation nor unplug its power cable 8 Power Button Press the power button to turn on the AirStation To turn it off hold the power button down for 5 seconds WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview Bottom 10 9 Wall Mount Plate Slide this plate out to wall mount Attach to the wall with the 2 screws included Then slide the AirStation onto the plate 10 Factory Default This sticker shows the AirStation s SSID default encryption key and WPS Settings PIN code By default encryption is disabled for AirStations sold in Asia Pacific WLAE AG300N User Manual 10 Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Horizontal Placement Place the unit as shown Wall Mounting 1 Slide the plate out from the bottom of the AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation 2 Secure the plate to the wall with the two screws in your package 7 5 cm 2 95 inches 3 Slide the AirStation onto the wall mounting plate WLAE AG300N User Manual 12 Chapter 3 Installation Automatic Setup The AirNavigator CD can step you through installing your AirStation Insert it into your Windows 7 Vista or Windows XP PC and follow the ins
6. button navigating to the configuration file and then clicking Restore If the configuration file was password protected then put a check next to Enter password enter the password and click Open WLAE AG300N User Manual 50 Chapter 4 Configuration Initialize Restart Initialize or restart the AirStation setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout Initialize Restart This reboots your AirStation Se This reboots your AirStation Settings affected This will restore your AirStation to the factory default settings O etme on Initialize Initialize Now Parameter Meaning Restart Click Restart Now to restart the AirStation Initialize Click Initialize Now to initialize and restart the AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Configuration Update Update the AirStation s firmware Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Firmware Version WLAE AG300N Ver 1 80 Wireless Config Admin Config Logout Firmware Update Update the AirStation s firmware O Specify Local File Current Firmware Update Method O Auto Update Onine Displays the firmware version of E the AirStation am Browse File Name Update Method Update Firmware Specify Local File i Get updated firmware files from our we
7. wireless Client the AirStation Display log info v Authentication v Setting Changes The oldest information is 3 f overwritten by new logs System Boot NTP Client v wired Link Display log info Select the types of information that Displa Select All Clear All should be logged by the AirStation The default is All The following items can be selected Logs S IP Filter Save to file logfile log DHCP Client e AOSS Date Time Type Log Content e Wireless Client Start stop and 2010 01 01 00 00 22 DHCPC sending DHCP_RELEASE for 192 168 11 8 to 192 168 11 1 BEER 2010 01 01 00 00 19 WIRED t1 tunit1 phy 0 i e Unico 00 ett enet unit phy 0 is up gt Setting End 2010 01 01 00 00 18 NTP probe_count 0 hostnamezntp jst mfeed ad jp cycle_time 86400 System Boot 2010 01 01 00 00 18 NTP start ntpclient NTP Client 2010 01 01 00 00 05 BOOT WLAE AG300N Wired Link Chart of TYPE names Parameter Meaning Display log info Choose the types of logs to display Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Packet Info Viewpacket transfer information LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diagnostic System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Logout Packet Traffic Information 3 Sent Received Interface The total numbers of packets sent Norma Errors Normal Errors and received by the AirStation as Wired LAN 1421 0 1413 0 well as the er
8. 5 ES Slovensky Slovak Buffalo Technology Inc t mto vyhlasuje e AirStation WLAE AG300N sp a z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES Suomi Finnish Buffalo Technology Inc vakuuttaa t ten ett AirStation WLAE AG300N tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Svensk Swedish H rmed intygar Buffalo Technology Inc att denna AirStation WLAE AG300N st r verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Taiwan SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer s with CardBus slot and product could be used in typical laptop computer with CardBus slot Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified may not comply with related RF exposure rules and such use shall be prohibited Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it However special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment WLAE AG300N User Manual 93 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Rie NCC KIDS REMERA St Sr EUA SIE JEEE Lalo EA SIS BS BIA gt 7H
9. AOSS SSID 0024A55100B7 11n a Security WPAMPA2 mixedmode PSK TKIP AES mixedmode Encryption key 4m4nkw34n4t4u SSID 002445510087 11n g b Security WPAMIPA2 mixedmode PSK TKIP AES mixedmode Encryption key 4m4nkw34n4t4u Wireless Config Admin Config WPS AOSS 11n a g b Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Logout WPS WiFi Protected Setup WPS Configuring WPS WPS is WiFi Protected Setup which corresponds to Windows Connect Now NET VVCN NET WPS is also known as the Wi Fi ua Configuration Protocol WPS function can safely and easily distribute wireless security information form an access point Pan to the WPS clients he WPS device which registers wireless security information is called Registrar The Airstation has an internal Registrar built in it but can also use an External Registrar The WPS device which receives the wireless security information from the Registrar is called Enrollee The default is Enable Warning v Parameter WPS External Registrar AirStation PIN Enrollee PIN WPS status WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Enable to use WPS automatic configuration Enable to accept the external configure requests from other WPS devices Note External configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use Displays the PIN code of the AirStation Clicking Generate PIN will generate a new PIN code This code can be entered into other wireless devices that suppor
10. AirStation s configuration screens Page 48 Save Restore Save or restore the AirStation s configuration from a configuration file Page 50 System Info View current system information for the AirStation Page 53 Check the AirStation s logs Page 55 WLAE AG300N User Manual 23 Chapter 4 Configuration Packet Info View all packets transferred by the AirStation Page 56 Client Monitor View all devices currently connected to the AirStation Page 57 Ping Test the AirStation s connection to other devices on the network Page 58 Logout Click this to log out of the AirStation s configuration screens WLAE AG300N User Manual 24 Chapter 4 Configuration Setup This is the home page of the configuration interface You can verify settings and the status of the AirStation here Setup Wizards 8 Overview Easy Setup Basic Settings gt gt Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n300Mbps Mode gt gt Wireless Encryption WEP TKIP AES gt gt Wireless Multicast Rate Other gt gt Update AirStation Firmware gt gt Initialize AirStation WIRELESS SSID LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Logout Wizards amp Overview 0024A55100B7 AOSS WPAMPA2 mixedmode Wizards for Easy Setup are on the left 3 Authentication PSK Encryption An overview of your AirStation s system information is displayed on the right d AOSS TKIP AES mixedmode 0024A55100B7 1 Authentication AOSS WPA P
11. Auto Issue WLAE AG300N User Manual 70 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Though am able to successfully make a connection with my AirStation am unable to access the Internet with my web browser Answer Restart the cable or DSL modem Make sure that your cable or DSL modem is connected to the AirStation Wait one minute then restart the AirStation Wait another minute then reboot your computer You should now be able to connect to the Internet If you still cannot refer to Appendix D to modify your computer s IP address settings Issue Where can download the latest drivers firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products Answer The latest drivers and firmware are available online at www buffalotech com WLAE AG300N User Manual 71 Appendix A Specifications Wireless LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802 1 1a IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g IEEE802 11n Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS OFDM MIMO 802 11a Frequency Range Available 808 11a frequencies depend on the country of purchase See the next page for details 802 11g Frequency Range 2 412 2 462 MHz Channels 1 11 Transmission Rate 802 11b 11 5 5 2 1 Mbps 802 11a g 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mbps 802 11n 20 MHz BW LongGl 130 117 104 78 52 39 26 13 Mbps 2 stream 65 58 5 52 39 26 19 5 13 6 5 Mbps 1 stream 40 MHz BW LongGl 270 243 216 162 108 81 54 27 Mbps 2 stream
12. Chapter 4 Configuration Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings LAN Config Wireless Config WPS AOSS 1in a gb Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Multicast Rate Auto v DTIM Period 1 Privacy Separator Enable TPC C Enable Parameter Multicast Rate DTIM Period Privacy Separator TPC WLAE AG300N User Manual Logout Advanced Wireless Settings 11n a 11n g b Specify Advanced Wireless Settings Multicast Rate 11a You can select B 9 12 18 24 36 48 54Mbps or Auto 11n g b You tan select 1 2 55 6 9 11 a Meaning Set the communication speed of multi cast packets Set the beacon responding interval 1 255 for which the AirStation responds to a wireless device This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for the wireless device Ifenabled the Privacy Separator blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet but not with each other Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally This feature will avoid causing interference by outputting unnecessarily strong radio in the vicinity Check this to decrease radio output of 802 11a about 3 dB 36 Chapter 4 Configuration WMM Set priorities for specific communications LAN Config WMM EDCA Paramet
13. Logout Ping Destination Address A Ping test can be performed from the AirStation With a ping test you can determine whether the AirStation can communicate with a Result specific network device Destination 192 168 11 1 Destination Address Enter the network IP address that 64 bytes from 192 168 11 1 icmp_seq 0 ttl 64 time 2 3 ms ou want to ping e g Result 64 bytes from 192 168 11 1 icmp_seq 1 ttl 64 time 0 8 ms 192 168 11 or 64 bytes from 192 168 11 1 icmp_seq 2 ttl 64 time 0 8 ms www buffalotech com Execute Parameter Meaning Destination Address Enter an IP address or a host name of the device for which you try to verify the connection and click Execute The result will be displayed in the Result field WLAE AG300N User Manual 58 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Automatic Secure Setup AOSS WPS AOSS and WPS are systems which let you automatically configure wireless LAN settings Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings Easily connect to wireless devices computers or game machines which support AOSS or WPS 0 AOSS AirStation One Touch Secure System was developed by Buffalo Technology WPS aoss Was created by the Wi Fi Alliance Modem Router o PC or Game console AOSS Devices Before using AOSS WPS to connect to a Buffalo wireless client install Client Manager software from the included AirNavigator CD Co
14. Options gt Refresh Options gt Back to Ethernet Converter Selection Options gt About Connection Settings Exit WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Updates displayed information for your AirStation Takes you back to the Ethernet Converter selection screen Displays the version number of your Ethernet Converter Manager Display the access point connection settings screen Close Ethernet Converter Manager 82 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Modify IP Address Screen Modify the AirStation s IP address r A Modify IP Address Enter IP address and subnet mask to configure for the Ethemet Converter E Acquire IP Address Automatically via DHCP IP Address 192 168 11 100 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 y Your PC and Ethemet Converter must have an P address in the same ri AE Each device requires a unique P address Automatic assignment is only available if a DHCP server exists Boot up of the unit might take for a while Please contact your network administrator when using this unit in your company network Parameter Meaning Acquire IP Address Automatically via Check this option to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP DHCP server IP Address Subnet Mask If DHCP is not enabled the you can enter an IP address and subnet mask for the AirStation manually WLAE AG300N User Manual 83 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Connection Settings
15. SCS E ER 81 Modify IP Address Screen E 83 Connection E dn e E 84 Appendix D TCP IP Settings in Windows 85 WLAE AG300N User Manual Appendix E Restoring the Default Configuration 88 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information 89 Appendix G Environmental Information 95 Appendix H GPL Information 96 Appendix Warranty Information 97 WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview Features Supports IEEE802 11n and IEEE802 11a b g With support for current Wireless N Wireless A Wireless G and Wireless B standards the AirStation can transfer data to and from all standard 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless clients This device does not support simultaneous communication on the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands Supports AOSS and WPS Both AOSS AirStation One touch Secure System and WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup are supported These automatic connection standards make connection with compatible wireless devices easier Security The AirStation supports the following security standards e AOSS e WPS e WPA PSK TKIP AES e WPA2 PSK TKIP AES e WPA WPA2 mixed PSK WEP 128 64 bit Privacy Separator e MAC filtering e Stealth SSID Automatic Channel Selection Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest best channel Roaming You can use multiple AirStations to cover
16. TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows XP To configure TCP IP in Windows XP follow the procedure below 1 Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel 2 Double click Network 3 Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties 4 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP then click Properties 5 Tohave DHCP set your IP address settings automatically check Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically To set your IP address settings manually enter values for each settings Example If the router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server 6 Click Close WLAE AG300N User Manual 192 168 11 80 255 255 255 0 192 168 11 1 192 168 11 1 blank 87 Appendix E Restoring the Default Configuration With the AirStation powered on hold down this button for 3 seconds to return it to factory default settings WLAE AG300N User Manual 88 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in ac
17. WDS Auto Switch Master and Slave mode automatically depending on the network environment Note It does not switched to Slave EC mode automatically 41 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter SSID Search Wireless authentication Encryption for wireless WPA PSK Pre Shared Key Preferred MAC Address Meaning Configure the Master Airstation s SSID Click to search for other AirStations SSIDs Configure authentication method for the master AirStation Choose encryption type for the master AirStation Set the master AirStation s Encryption key Enable Preferred MAC Address when several AirStations are detected for WDS pairing If the Preferred MAC address can not be found the closest available AirStation is selected Initializing an AOSS session enables this feature and registers the MAC address of the Master AirStation as the Preferred MAC address of the Slave Enable Preferred MAC Address Enable disable Preferred MAC Address Settings are disabled by default MAC Address Specify Preferred MAC Address The default is blank Notes Up to 2 Slave AirStations Slave 1 can be connected to per Master AirStation e Up to 2 levels of Slave AirStation Slave 1 and Slave2 can be connected per Master AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual Slave1 Slave2 a i YOUN f B DN H 42 Chapter 4 Configuration Admin Config Name Configure basic AirStation settings setup LAN Config Wireless
18. a large area Wireless clients can automatically switch AirStations for the best signal Initialization To restore settings back to the factory defaults hold down the Reset button on the side of the unit Browser Based Administration This unit can be easily configured from a password protected web page though a browser on your computer WLAE AG300N User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Product Overview AirNavigator CD Requirements The AirStation wireless access point works with most wired and wireless devices However the automatic installation program on the CD requires a connected Windows 7 Vista or XP computer to run If you use the AirStation with a different operating system you will have to configure your network settings manually from a browser window 300 Mbps High Speed Mode 300 Mbps is the maximum link speed when using Wireless N mode with dual 40 MHz channels Usable sustained data rates will be substantially slower Package Contents The following items are included in your AirStation package If any of the items are missing please contact your vender sAVERESAGGSODN toa 1 e AC EE 1 e Screws for VIE TOU e re D 2 Em is A on ern 1 gt Air NWI UD iii iia 1 Quick Setup E TE 1 WLAE AG300N User Manual 6 Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View 1 Reset Button To restore the AirStation back to factory default settings press and hold this button until the red status LED flashes about 3 seconds
19. b interfaces can be configured Check Enable to use MAC Ki Meaning Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly Clickto add a wireless device to the list of permitted devices Enter a MAC address of a wireless device to permit to connect to the AirStation Click Register to add that MAC address to the list Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation 39 Chapter 4 Configuration Multicast Control Configure restrictions on unnecessary multicast packets sent to the wireless LAN port LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config WPS Aoss 1in a g b Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Logout Multicast Control a This setting controls multicast Snooping Enable packet A to wireless LAN Multicast Aging Time 300 Bat pat Snooping Apply Snooping observes multicast control packets like IGMP to Parameter Meaning Snooping If enabled snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports Multicast Aging Time Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600 seconds Enter a value bigger than the IGMP MLD query interval WLAE AG300N User Manual 40 Chapter 4 Configuration WDS WDS bridging allows communica
20. between the radiator amp your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter The availability of some specific channels and or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user WLAE AG300N User Manual 89 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Industry Canada statement This device complies with RSS 210 of the Industry Canada Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Important Note Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with Canada 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 Caution The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LE LAN devices Europe EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essen
21. manually without using AOSS WPS follow the procedure below 1 Refer to Chapter 4 to display the configuration screen 2 When the configuration screen is displayed refer to step 9 and later on Chapter 3 Using AirStation As An Ethernet Converter or A Repeater Note When using AOSS WPS for connection SSID or encryption key of one access point will take over the other access point and thus they will be different from what is written on AirStation s label The SSID and encryption key currently set can be verified on Web Configuration screen WLAE AG300N User Manual 67 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Cannot connect to the Internet wired connection e Make sure that your AirStation is plugged in Check that your AirStation s LEDs are lit as below Status LED is Green Wireless LED is Green Amber or Red e Make sure that your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically from DHCP See appendix D for more on DHCP e Restart your AirStation Cannot access the web based configuration interface See chapter 4 for instructions to open the AirStation s configuration interface e Enter the correct user name and password to login to the configuration interface The factory defaults are root in lower case for the user name and a blank password enter nothing If you changed the password enter the new password that you set e Verify that your web browser is not set to use proxies e Make sure that your compute
22. name host name with domain name or IP address You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters hyphens and underscores Transfer Logs WLAE AG300N User Manual Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server 49 Chapter 4 Configuration Save Restore Save AirStation settings as a file and restore from them later setup O LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout Save Restore AirStation Settings 3 Save Save current settings J Encrypt the configuration file with a password Save Current Settings Once you ve got your AirStation set up the way you want it you may save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file on the PC Backup file L Browse that you re using for configuration Restore Configuration from Backup File PA O Enter password The Airstation will not be able to restore configurations from the save file in the following v Parameter Meaning Save current settings Clicking Save will save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file If the Encrypt the configuration file with a password option is checked then the configuration file will be password protected with the current Administrator Password Restore Configuration from Backup Restore the configuration of the AirStation from a saved File configuration file by clicking the Browse
23. spectrum Matters ERM ElectroMagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment Part 17 Specific conditions for Broadband Data Transmission Systems This device is a 2 4 GHz wideband transmission system transceiver intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries except in France 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 authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and or for supplying public access to telecommunications and or network services This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 2483 5 MHz For detailed information the end user should contact the national spectrum authority in France C 0560 Cesky Czech Buffalo Technology Inc t mto prohla uje Ze tento AirStation WLAE AG300N je ve shod se z kladn mi pozadavky a dalsimi prislusnymi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Dansk Danish Undertegnede Buffalo Technology Inc erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr AirStation WLAE AG300N overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Deutsch German Hiermit erkl rt Buffalo Technology Inc dass sich das Ger t AirStation WLAE AG300N in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen B
24. steadily the connection is complete WLAE AG300N User Manual 60 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP Client Manager 3 If you are using Windows XP use Client Manager 3 to connect wirelessly with AOSS WPS 1 Right click on the T icon displayed in the system tray and select Profile 2 BUFFALO E AirStatior Create profile and display priority level Profile Name Click WPS AOSS button Follow any instructions displayed on the screen When the wireless LED on the front of the AirStation stops flashing and glows steadily the connection is complete To connect two WLAE AG300Ns or other wireless devices which sup port AOSS WPS AOSS WPS To connect WLAE AG300N each other or other wireless devices which support AOSS WPS press and hold AOSS or WPS button on each device for a several seconds After pressing button for a while connection settings are automatically completed WLAE AG300N User Manual 61 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Other Devices e g Game Console Ifyou are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS refer to that device s manual to initiate AOSS WPS When instructed hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 seconds When the wireless LED stops flashing and begins to glow steadily the connection is complete Manual Setup You can also connect to the AirStation without installing Client Manager V or Client Manager 3 by using the utility built in to Wind
25. top of the router e Use AirStation s System Information page to manually configure a wireless client that doesn t support AOSS e When wireless security is configured it s security AOSS Client Information Client Information MAC Address Encryption Type WEPBAIWEP128 WLI UC an un un WPAPSK TKIPANPA PSK AE AG3O0N 00 1D 7338 262C we pe i Epig Connection Wireless Setting 5002 1 1n a 802 11n a Allow WPA PSK TKIPAVPAPSK AES 002110900 Edit AOSS Client Information AOSS Ethernet Converter Information Client Information MAC Address Encryption Type lt il information is succeeded In the following cases the setting of wireless security is not succeeded and AOSS returns error e Any blank is contained in SSID e WPA PSK is input with hexadecimal 64 characters e Any blank is contained in WPA PSK In the following cases the setting of wireless SEN is not succeeded and AOSS generates new encryption settings vi e Wireless Authentication is gt WPA2 PSK 2000 2010 BUFFALO INC All rights reserved TA WLAE AG300N User Manual 30 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for WEP Encryption level expansion function Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Allow WEP for Game Console Only AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Current Encryption Information AOSS connections only Random KEY base Reset AOSS Client Information O
26. warranty from the date of purchase Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc warrants to the original purchaser the product good operating condition for the warranty period This warranty does not include non Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc installed components Ifthe Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc will replace the unit provided the unit has not been subjected to misuse abuse or non Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc authorized alteration modifications or repair All expressed and implied warranties for the Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc product line including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability and fitness of a particular purpose are limited in duration to the above period Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc be liable in any way to the user for damages including any lost profits lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the Buffalo products In no event shall Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the product its accompanying software or its documentation Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc does not offer refunds for any product 2003 2010 Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc WLAE AG300N User Manual 97
27. 135 121 5 108 61 54 40 5 27 13 5 Mbps 1 stream ShortGl 300 Mbps 2 stream 150 Mbps 1 stream infrastructure Mode AOSS WPA2 PSK TKIP AES WPA WPA2 mixed PSK WPA PSK TKIP AES 128 64bit WEP Mac Address Filter Wired LAN Interface IEEEB02 3u 100BASE TX IEEE802 3 10BASE T WLAE AG300N User Manual 72 Appendix A Specifications Other Power Supply AC 100 240 V Universal 50 60 Hz About 7 5 W Max 70 mm x 100 mm x 40 mm 2 8 x 40 x 1 6 in 198 9 7 oz Operating Environment 0 40 C 32 104 F 20 80 non condensing 802 11a Frequency Range USA 5 180 5 240 MHz Channels 36 40 44 48 Canada 5 745 5 825 MHz Channels 149 153 157 161 165 EU 5 180 5 240 MHz Kuwait 5 260 5 320 MHz Saudi Arabia UAE Oman Qatar Egypt Singapore 5 180 5 240 MHz Channels 36 40 44 48 Australia 5 260 5 320 MHz Channels 52 56 60 64 Hong Kong 5 745 5 825 MHz Channels 149 153 157 161 165 The Philippines India Thailand Malaysia South Korea 5 180 5 240 MHz Channels 36 40 44 48 5 745 5 825 MHz Channels 149 153 157 161 165 China 5 745 5 825 MHz Channels 149 153 157 161 165 5 745 5 825 MHz Channels 149 153 157 161 165 Channels 36 40 44 48 Channels 52 56 60 64 WLAE AG300N User Manual 73 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting LAN LAN Side IP Address 192 168 11 100 2
28. 55 255 255 0 Default Gateway DNS Server Address Route Routing Information none WPS Enabled WPS External Registrar Enabled AirStation PIN An 8 digit random value Printed on the label of the AirStation WPS Security Information WPS status configured or unconfigured SSID AirStation s MAC Address Security WPA WPA2 mixedmode PSK TKIP AES mixedmode or none Encryption key A 13 digit random value or disabled Printed on the label of the AirStation Encryption is disabled by default settings on AirStation for Asia Pacific AOSS Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID none for WEP Encryption level expansion Enabled function Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Disabled llow WEP for Game Console Only Disabled AOSS Button on the AirStation Enabled Unit WLAE AG300N User Manual 74 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting 11n a g b mes oo e Bandwidth 20 MHz Extension Channel WPA WPA2 mixedmode PSK or no authentication Wireless encryption TKIP AES mixedmode or no encryption WPA PSK Pre Shared Key A 13 digit random value or disabled Printed on the label of the AirStation Encryption is disabled in default settings on AirStation for Asia Pacific LIT NN RN E WLAE AG300N User Manual 75 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter WMM WMM EDCA Parameters Priority AC_BK Low WMM EDCA Parameters Priority AC BE Normal WMM EDCA
29. BUFFALO Near User Manual AirStation Wireless N Nfiniti Ethernet Converter Access Point amp Bridge WLAE AG300N www buffalotech com 35011293 ver 01 Contents Chapter 1 Product Overview 5 F tacon cda 5 AirNavigator CD Requirements occcccccccoocccnccccnonnccnnnnnnnnancnnnnos 6 300 Mbps High Speed Mode 6 Package un EE 6 Hardware OVERVIEW cinc rr Eegen y FOM 8 121 A A E eH 7 a 8 eje die E 10 Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation 11 Horizontal PlACeMent ccccseccceeeeseseeceeeteeeeeeeeseueeeeesseees 11 AE e Die we MN rcr 11 Chapter 3 Installation 13 Automatic Setup occccooonccccoonnonccononencnonnnonnonnnanononnnannnnnnanonos 13 Mantak o EE 13 Access Point mode EE 13 Using AirStation As An Ethernet Converter or A Repeater 15 WLAE AG300N User Manual DR C N S 30 A S 32 o SA 36 WMM TE af MAC TE 39 Multicast Control EE 40 EE 41 Admir COI A o 43 Ku A 43 Password A ELM E REDEEM M 44 MICA cm cas dias 45 A E EU 46 ECO 47 o MM MD MM MM A RAD ELLE 48 LOG ET 49 e 50 Initialize Restart sia tonces 51 leie 52 AGING SOG PRPA AT T E 53 Systemi INTO srera E REEE 53 LOS ee e o E 55 Packet MM bbs 56 E E a LOT rs E A 57 Fe AG NN e PE s Tm 58 Chapter 5 Connect
30. Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout AirStation Name 3 Airstation Name AP0024455100B7 AirStation Name 3 This can be used to assign a List Network Services Enable specific descriptive name for the Airstation Apply The AirStation name may be up to 64 mmt characters in v Parameter Meaning AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens List Network Services Enable or disable this item to display the computers and devices on your network with their supported services WLAE AG300N User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Configuration Password Configure the password to log in to the AirStation s configuration screen setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Update Initialize Restart Logout AirStation Administrator El Passwor Administrator Name root fixed E EEE d esos Administrator name ministrator Passwor SECH This is the user name used to log iii lt Contfirm into the AirStation s configuration screens lt cannot be changed Apply from root Administrator password M Parameter Meaning Administrator Name The Administrator name is used to log in to the AirStation s configuration interface This name is fixed as root Administrator Password The
31. ID Wireless authentication Encryption for wireless Not encrypted v Slave Slave EC UN B BUFFALO Wireless AirStation router AirStation router with WDS Once the list of the access points is displayed select the access point you are going to connect to then click Select If the access point you are going to connect to is not displayed click Search again Select AirStation Master to connect to Select SSID xr Signal Encryption manual A 48 Excellent Yes r gt WAP G 1 Week Yes ni 001D738C0054 3 3 Week Yes ni Cs Santa Conc WLAE AG300N User Manual 18 Chapter 3 Installation 12 13 14 15 Enter the encryption settings and password key for the access point you are connecting to then click Apply WDS V Use Specify Master Slave Slave EC SSID manual_A Wireless authentication WPA2 PSK X Encryption for wireless AES y WPA PSK Pre shared key eeeeeeeecccce The AirStation s LEDs whould be as follows Wireless glowing green or amber Status glowing green Note Ifthe status LED flashes twice the information that you entered for the the encryption settings may be wrong Reconfigure the settings correctly Change your computer s IP address settings back to their former values ex IP Address Obtain an IP address automatically DNS server Obtain DNS server address automatically Note If using the AirStation as a repeater unplug the LAN cable f
32. LAN side Enables you to select the language you use Clicking this to flash Status LED of the AirStation you are currently setting for 30 seconds Log out from the configuration screen of the AirStation If the AirStation does not communicate for 5 minutes it will log out automatically 26 Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Config LAN Configure LAN side port LAN Route O Acquire IP Address Automatically Manual Setup Wireless Config Admin Config Logout LAN Side Ethernet Settings Configure the AirStation s LAN IP Address Subnet Mask and LAN Side IP Address IP Address 192 158 11 100 minimum DHCP Server settings Subnet Mask The first time you configure your 255 255 2550 se LAN default settings are recommended Advanced Setting LAN Side IP Address Specify the AirStation s LAN IP Default Gateway Address using the below method Primary Acquire an IP Address DNS Server Address Automatically Secondary Acquire the IP Address from a DHCP Server automatically Manual Setup mtm E Parameter LAN Side IP Address Default Gateway DNS Server Address WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning By default the LAN side IP address is 192 168 11 100 with subnet mask 255 255 255 0 You may change it here Set the default gateway IP address Set the DNS server IP address 27 Chapter 4 Configuration Route Configur
33. N User Manual 77 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Ethernet Converter Manager Overview Ethernet Converter Manager is a tool to manage your AirStation It lets you change the AirStation s IP address or configure WDS connection settings To install the Ethernet Converter Manager insert your Utility CD into your computer On the setup screen click Install Ethernet Converter Application Ver 3 3 0 wA Air Station Setup Wizard 5 Installation L Settings E Finish l Please select your language and press the Start button to begin setup Opening and Closing Ethernet Converter Manager To start Ethernet Converter Manager click Start gt All programs gt BUFFALO gt AirStation Utility gt Ethernet Converter Manager To close the Ethernet Converter Manager click X at the top right of the screen or click Exit WLAE AG300N User Manual 78 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Select LAN Adapter screen This screen is to select LAN Adapter which is used to setup This screen is principally displayed when more than one wired LAN adapter is connected to a computer If there is only one AirStation this will not be displayed n e Select LAN Adapter Ethernet Converter Manager Select the adapter from the list below that you wish to use to connect to the Ethemet Converter Click on Refresh to update the list If you have selected an incorrect adapter click on the Esc k
34. Parameters Priority AC_VI High WMM EDCA Parameters Priority AC VO Highest Enforce MAC Filtering Registration List Control Multicast Aging Time WDS WDS Specify Master Slave Name AirStation Name List Network Services Password Administrator Name Administrator Password WLAE AG300N User Manual Default Setting Fora For STA CWmax 1023 1023 AIFSN 7 TXOP Limit lo Admission Control Lae Disabled For ae ForSTA CWmin Hs ASN 0 03 G E ForAP_ un 1023 TXOP Limit Admission Control 15 Disabled For STA 7 15 4 7 For AP 5 3 7o ASNO 9 E 1 ForAP Disabled For STA rear 3 wmx 7 ASNO 4 Admission Control Disabled 7 1 6 3 7 1 1 9 7 1 76 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Time Date 2010 Year 1 Month 1 Day 0 Hour 0 Minute 0 Seconds Time Zone GMT 06 00 Central Standard Time CST or GMT 00 00 Greenwich Mean Time London or GMT 08 00 Singapore Beijing Hong Kong Taipei or GMT 09 00 Tokyo Osaka Seoul NTP Functionality Enabled NTP Server Energy saving mode Access Limitation Item Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Disabled Log Log Transfer Disabled Syslog Server Transfer Logs IP Filter DHCP Client AOSS Wireless Client Authentication Setting Changes System Boot NTP Client and Wired Link WLAE AG300
35. SK Basic Settings Encryption AOSS AES a rm Wireless SSID amp Channel Boon UD 11n300Mbps Mode f This Wizard lets you set an SSID a WPS Setup network name and chose a WPS wireless channel for your network Wireless Encryption Utilities WEPTKIP AES Network Services This Wizard lets you choose the type of encryption WEP TKIP AES to use on your wireless network Language Auto Apply Wireless Multicast Rate This is the Wizard to setthe Wireless Multicast Rate rm here Other Update AirStation Firmware v Parameter LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diagnostic Easy Setup WIRELESS AOSS Setup WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Displays the configuration screen for the LAN ports Click this button to display the configuration screen for wireless settings Click this button to display the configuration screen for administration settings Click this button to display the status of the AirStation Enables you to easily configure the AirStation s network settings automatically Displays the current wireless settings Click this button to display the AOSS configuration screen 25 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter WPS Setup Network Services Language Flash LED Logout WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Click this button to display the WPS configuration screen Displays the list of the network devices for which information is provided from the network on the
36. Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center WLAE AG300N User Manual il When the screen at left is displayed select the 63 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed click I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead Otherwise go to step 4 Press the configuration button on your access point Press the configuration button on the access point before continuing Ican tfind the configuration button want nter the ni rk key or Enter the PIN for BUFFALO INC WLAE AG300N on 001D73B991D4 You can find this PIN displayed on the BUFFALO INC WLAE AG300N PIN Display characters Idon t have the PIN want nter the network key or hrase in WLAE AG300N User Manual Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network G Y Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for 001D73B991D4 The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase Display characters ea you have a USB flash drive with network settings for 001D73B991D4 insert it now cone Step through the wizard to finish configuration If the Set Network Location screen is displayed select Home Work or Public location depending where you re using the AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual Enter the encryption key and click Connect 65 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Win
37. able Selecting Enable will shut down all of the features connecting to this LED Normal device by using wired or wireless connection or when the power is off stop wireless feature and put Apply the unit to energy saving mode In the energy saving mode your Parameter Meaning Energy saving mode Enabling the energy setting mode will shut down the AirStation whenever all connected wired Ethernet devices are shut down When a connected device resumes communication with the AirStation s Ethernet port the AirStation will power on normally again To use the energy saving mode you must have at least one wired Ethernet device connected or the unit will shut down LED LED is lit when Normal Mode is selected Turn it off when OFF is selected WLAE AG300N User Manual 47 Chapter 4 Configuration Access Restrict access to the AirStation s settings screens LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout Management Access Log Output Enable ms SES O You may prohibit management of the AirStation in specific circumstances Enabling any of A Enable Management Access Number of Packets these limitations will prevent Ss s changes being made to the O Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN 0 AirStation s settings from PCs that meet the listed limitation criteria O Prohibit configuration from wired LAN D Note that checking all
38. also be removed Wireless Setting and Wireless E o Security are enabled in Advanced ues on WPAMNIPA2 PSK mixed Now in use Settings when AOSS is disabled How to use AOSS SSID 002445510057 a TED AOSS Encryption Gen orrebootthe AirStation key KASS and a wireless clientthat supports Encryption Type WEP128 Sending Key SSID 7D7C769C6772FEA2759F5EABIADBCBA DBEB4D42D3FBODF 49FF7F26285 2083872F C38F 10982689621 1EF Encryption key 30147F725251715B540A554E71 48B2F29D059F1596E9981BBFCA5 Encryption Type WEPB4 Sending Key SSID 39EDC2452CABCOBA4407013D469024CBC A95513FD3F TT BD279FEEFB jd Y teoer2FCa FEEFDAA53C Randorn KEY base Reset Apply AOSS 2 Press AOSS buttons After rebooting press both product s AOSS buttons the router s first then the client s The AirStation and the wireless client E will exchange security information to setup the most secure encryption type automatically and are ready to communicate Note e Once the AOSS button is pressed other operations can t be started until AOSS is finished If the AirStation can t find a wireless client after three minutes the AirStation s status returns to its previous state e Upto 24 wireless clients may be connected through AOSS e By default AOSS is functional but does notinitiate a connection unless started manually by pushing the AOSS button either here or on the
39. assword Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout NTP 3 NTP Functionali Enabl d BE viEnable wan NTP senar is connyured ithe i i irstation will access the specifie NTP Server time nist gov NTP serve and adjust is internal Femme clock to conform with the Update Interval 24 hours server s time NTP is an peu of Network Time Protocol An NTP Apply server distributes accurate time to network devices v Parameter Meaning NTP Functionality Enable to use an NTP server The default is Enabled NTP Server Enter the name of the NTP server as a host name host name with domain name or IP address Up to 255 alphanumeric characters hyphens and underscores _ may be used The default is time nist gov Update Interval How often will the AirStation check the NTP server for the correct time Intervals of 1 24 hours may be set The default is 24 hours WLAE AG300N User Manual 46 Chapter 4 Configuration ECO Configure Eco mode from this screen setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout A Wireless Access Point is enabled ECO Using auto energy saving feature will abort wireless Access Point feature and it cannot be used if the unit is not connected with a Enable Disable ECO feature 3 wire Please keep it in your mind E Energy saving mode Energy saving mode En
40. bsite Update the firmware with a file Download Service stored on the local PC Automatic Update On Line Version oh D i Parameter Firmware Version Update method Firmware File Name WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation Specify Local File Updates the firmware stored on your computer Auto Update Online Automatically updates the latest firmware that is available online Click Browse to specify a firmware file then click Update Firmwarel You don t need to specify the firmare lodcation if selecting Auto Update Online 52 Chapter 4 Configuration Diagnostic System Info View system information for the AirStation LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Model WLAE AG300N Ver 1 80 R1 57 B1 00 Airstation Name AP0024A55100B7 Method of Acquiring IP Address Manual Setting IP Address Subnet Mask LAN Default Gateway DNS Primary DNS Secondary MTU Value 192 168 11 100 255 255 255 0 Not Set Not Set Not Set 1500 MAC Address Wireless Status SSID Authentication Encryption 00 24 45 51 00 B7 Enabled 002445510087 WPAMPA2 mixedmode PSK TKIP AES mixedmode Wireless Broadcast SSID Privacy Separator Wireless Channel 300Mbps Mode MAC Address Connection Status wos Status Enable Disable 802 11n alg b 44 Auto 40 MHz Extensio
41. btaining the right to send The unit is 32 ms The longer this time the more frames can be sent per right to send However the queue may interfere with other packet transmissions If TXOP Limit is set to O zero only one frame can be sent per right to send Admission Control Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue New packets are prioritized lower until a queue of them is collected As the new queue accumulates more packets its priority increases 38 Chapter 4 Configuration MAC Filter Restrict access to specific wireless devices LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config WPS AOSS 1in a gib Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Enforce MAC Filtering enable Registration List MAC Address Connection Status No Registered MAC Addresses Edit Registration List Parameter Enforce MAC Filtering Registration List Edit Registration List MAC Addresses to be Registered List of all clients that are associated with this AirStation WLAE AG300N User Manual Logout A Wireless MAC Filtering Wireless connections to the AirStation can be limited to specific client MAC addresses to enhance security against unwanted network visitors When enabled only wireless client adapters with registered MAC addresses will be allowed to connect to the AirStation The wireless MAC filter is ignored while AOSS is in use Enforce MAC Filtering Both 802 11n a and 802 11n g
42. ckage to set up the AirStation then its IP address may be set as Automatically obtain from DHCP server If you have changed the IP address of the AirStation enter that IP address When this screen appears enter root in lower case for the user name and the password that you set during initial setup Click OK The server 192 168 11 100 at AirStation requires a username and password Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure manner basic authentication without a secure connection User name root Password IIITIIIII Remember my password L ae 11 em jJ Notes By default the password is blank not set If you forget your password hold down the reset button page 7 to initialize all settings The password will then be blank Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values 9 Click Wireless Config gt WDS LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config WPS AOSS 11n a g b Advanced WMM Mac Filter Multicast Control WDS Logout WLAE AG300N User Manual 17 Chapter 3 Installation 10 11 Ifthe device you connect supports WDS such as WHR G300N WHR HP G300N and WZR HP G300NH select Slave from Specify Master Slave menu and click Search If the device you connect doesn t support WDS select Slave EC from Specify Master Slave menu and click Search WDS Use Specify Master Slave SS
43. cordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e 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 e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment For operation within 5 15 5 25GHz frequency range it is restricted to indoor environment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Important Note FCC 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
44. ddress AP0024A55100B7 0024A55 10087 00 24 A5 51 00 B7 192 168 11 100 9 When AirStation can not be found Ben Select AirStation then dick Next to progress 5 Check Obtain IP address from DHCP Q Is owas server to have DHCP obtain an IP address AirStation s IP Address settings automatically or you may enter IP address AE settings manually Click Next 9 Obtain IP address from DHCP server Easy In the case of ROUTER LED is on Enabling ROUTER function this setting can not be used Note This screen may not be displayed SEN SATA enana depending on your computer s IP address 255 255 255 0 E settings Specify below IP Address Manual I e of ROUTER LED is off Disabling ROUTER Function Access Point Mode his setting can not be uses ce This computer s IP Address 192 168 0 2 255 255 255 0 Local Area Connection Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit E Click Next to copy configuration to the AirStation Enter root for the user name and the password that you set during initial setup Click OK Notes By default the password is blank not set The server 192 168 11 100 at AirStation requires a username enden If you forget your password hold down the reset button page 7 to initialize all settings The password will then be blank Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure mann
45. dows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Windows XP includes a built in utility to connect to your AirStation Note If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer Wireless Zero Config is disabled Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Config or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation 1 Right click on the wireless network icon Si displayed in the system tray 2 Click View Available Wireless Networks 3 il Wireless Network Connection E Select the network to connect to and click Network Task Choose a wireless network C onnect gt Refresh network list ce ant item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more x3 Set up a wireless network ej 101073899104 for a home or small office Related Tasks DI en E wireless te Seen re cree o P AirStation p Change advanced 7 Security enabled wireless network settings Connect 4 Wireless Network Connection X Enter the encryption key twice and click Connect The network 001D73B991D4 requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key Connect Cancel Wireless Zero Configuration will automatically connect you to the network WLAE AG300N User Manual 66 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Connecting 2 WLAE AG300Ns Manual Setup To connect 2 WLAE AG300Ns
46. e the AirStation s IP communication route setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config LAN Route Add a Route Logout Routing Information Configure Routing Information IP Address Destination Address Subnet Mask 255 255 EE 255 255 255 0 d Add Edit a Route d Gateway z m This area is for adding or editing a Metric 15 line Destination Address Specify the destination IP address or network address If you re entering an d die as 266 265 206 268 lo the sub or the a net Routing Information aa In case SE 5 t ti Destination Address Subnet Mask Gateway Metric Operation de be EINEN Sd des end Routing Configuration is not Registered subnet mask Gateway v Parameter Destination Address Gateway Metric Routing Information WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Adds a destination IP address and subnet mask to a routing table Adds a gateway address to a routing table The metric is the maximum number of router hops a packet may take on the way to its destination address Values between 1 and 15 may be entered The default value is 15 Manual entries will appear here after being added 28 Chapter 4 Configuration Wireless Config WPS WPS Status and Settings LAN Config WPS enable External Registrar Requestis rejected in AOSS mode Apply Airstation PIN 87174885 Generate PIN Enrollee PIN WPS Security Information WPS status configured
47. er basic authentication without a secure connection piv i Note that all other settings will also revert User name root M to their default values Password eones Remember my password L ae 11 eve jJ WLAE AG300N User Manual 21 Chapter 4 Configuration 7 TT IEEE This is the configuration Wizards 8 Overview Logout interface where most Easy Setup WIRELESS Wizards amp Overview TET IEEE 802 11m 2 9 b Auto 44ch AirStation settings can be 9 SSID 002445510087 miam for Easy Setup are on Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n300Mbps UTERO GE WPAWPA2 mixedmode E left RM config u red i gt gt Wireless Encryption WEP TKIP AES Encryption AOSSTKIP AES mixedmode MaL GE on gt gt Wireless Multicast Rate SSID 0024A55100B7 1 the right Authentication AOSS WPA PSK c Other Encryption AOSS AES Basic Settings gt gt Update AirStation Firmware Initialize M er Wireless SSID amp Channel Help is always displayed on This Wizard lets you set an SSID Vene chem your lon the right side of each screen Utilities Wireless Encryption WEPTRPAES Refer to the Help screens for This Wizard lets you choose the type of encryption WEP RES HEAT EE EIS more information on using the Fang Wireless Multicast Rate D Auto Aly This is the Wizard to set the configuration interface Wireless Multicast Rate I m here Flash LED ANE Ai Update AirStation Firmware
48. ers Priority Parameter Cimin Cymax AC BK Low AIFSN TXOP Limit Admission Control Cimin CWmax AIFSN TXOP Limit Admission Control AC BE Normal Cimin Cymax AIFSN TXOP Limit Admission Control AC VI High Cimin CWimax AIFSN TXOP Limit Admission Control AC VO Highest Wireless Config Admin Config wes Aoss 1in a g b Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS For AP For STA 15 15 1023 1023 7 7 D D mu Disable For AP For STA 15 15 63 1023 3 0 0 Disable For AP For STA 7 7 15 15 1 2 94 94 Disable ForAP For STA 3 3 7 7 1 2 47 AF gt Disable WLAE AG300N User Manual Logout WMM Settings 11n a 11n g b A Prioritized AirStation communication for specific transactions This settings provides some real time communication which can help improve the quality of VOIP or other streaming protocols WMM EDCA Parameters It is usually not necessary to change this value Priority The priority is ranked Highest 8 High 4 Normalj2 Low 1 for each packet Parameter CWmin CWmax The maximum and minimum value for the contention window The contention window is used to control the frame collision avoidance system in IEEE802 11 Values that can be inputted 1 32767 AIFSN Inte
49. estimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet Eesti Estonian K esolevaga kinnitab Buffalo Technology Inc seadme AirStation WLAE AG300N vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele WLAE AG300N User Manual 91 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information English Hereby Buffalo Technology Inc declares that this AirStation WLAE AG300N is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Espa ol Spanish Por medio de la presente Buffalo Technology Inc declara que el AirStation WLAE AG300N cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE EAAnvikn Greek ME THN MAPOY2A Buffalo Technology Inc AHAONEI OTI AirStation WLAE AG300N ZYMMOPOONETAI MPO TIX OYXIOAEIX ATIAITHXEIX KAI TIX AOITIEX XXETIKEX AIATAZEIX TH OAHTIA2 1999 5 EK Francais French Par la pr sente Buffalo Technology Inc d clare que l appareil AirStation WLAE AG300N est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Italiano Italian Con la presente Buffalo Technology Inc dichiara che questo AirStation WLAE AG300N conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Latviski Latvian Ar o Buffalo Technology Inc deklar ka AirStation WLAE AG300N atbilst Dire
50. ey to release and try again Refresh LAN Adapter Name MAC Address IP Address Subnet Mask BUFFALO LUA2 001D73E622F7 Disconnect Broadcom NetXtre 0011095C86F1 192 168 1 3 255 255 255 0 Parameter Meaning Refresh Click this button to update information Select Highlight your LAN Adapter then click this button to configure the AirStation Exit Closes the Ethernet Converter Manager WLAE AG300N User Manual 79 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Select Ethernet Converter If you have multiple AirStation Ethernet Converters on the network they ll all be displayed here Choose your AirStation from the list and highlight it Click Select 5 e Select Ethernet Converter Ethernet Converter Man Select target Ethemet Converter button if the target unit is not found Confirm power line of the unit and cable connection then click Refresh Ethemet Converter Name MAC Address IP Address AP0024A55100B7 0024A55100B7 192 168 11 100 1 Ethemet Converters are found Parameter Refresh Connect automatically when only one Ethernet Converter is detected Web Setting Select Exit Connect automatically when only one Ethemet Converter is detected assem LL ses Eta Meaning Click this button to search and view the list of the AirStations that can be configured with this software Check this option to skip this screen when there is
51. haveDHCP set your IP address settings automatically check Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically To set your IP address settings manually enter values for each settings Example If the router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server 8 Click OK WLAE AG300N User Manual 192 168 11 80 255 255 255 0 192 168 11 1 192 168 11 1 blank 85 Appendix D TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows Vista To configure TCP IP in Windows Vista follow the procedure below 1 Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel 2 Double click Network and Sharing Center 3 Click Manage network connections on the left side menu 4 Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties B Whenthe message Windows needs your permission to continue click Continue 6 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then click Properties 7 TohaveDHCP set your IP address settings automatically check Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically To set your IP address settings manually enter values for each settings Example If the router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address 192 168 11 80 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 11 1 Preferred DNS server 192 168 11 1 Alternate DNS server blank 8 Click Close WLAE AG300N User Manual 86 Appendix D
52. he following procedure 1 Open the configuration interface See chapter 4 2 Click Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n 300 Mbps Mode in Easy Setup 3 Change the value in 300 Mbps Mode Band Width to 40 MHz and click Apply If you still cannot connect at 300 Mbps check the settings of your wireless client device WLAE AG300N User Manual 69 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Other Tips Issue reset my AirStation to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the configuration utility Answer Refer to Chapter 4 to login to the AirStation s configuration screen The user name is root and the password is blank by default Issue How do enable or modify security encryption settings on the AirStation Answer Refer to Chapter 4 to login to the AirStation s configuration interface After the configuration screen is displayed click Wireless Encryption WEP TKIP AES in Easy Setup and follow the instructions on the screen Issue How do change my AirStation s network name SSID Answer Refer to Chapter 4 to log in to the AirStation s web configuration interface Click Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n300Mbps Mode Change the SSID as desired and click Apply Issue What can do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems slow Answer Refer to Chapter 4 to login to the AirStation s web configuration interface Click Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n300Mbps Mode and set the Wireless Channel to
53. ing Enabler will disable wireless LAN functionality When disabled all wireless functionality including broadcasting is halted Default value is enabled Wireless Channel Specify which wireless LAN standard should be used 802 11n a or 802 11n g b You may specify a channel frequency band for your wireless communication If there are other wireless clients near the AirStation you may get Determines whether to allow wireless communication If this is unchecked then no wireless connections will be allowed Sets a channel a range of frequencies used for wireless connections With Auto Channel selected the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel 300 Mbps mode uses twice the normal frequency range 40 MHz instead of 20 MHz In uncongested areas this can increase performance To use 300 Mbps mode set the Bandwidth to 40 MHz and choose an Extension Channel Note If using Auto Channel for the wireless channel then the extension channel is set automatically 32 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Broadcast SSID Allow multiple SSIDs Use Single SSID SSID1 SSID2 SSID3 Separate feature SSID Wireless authentication WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning If Allow is checked then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID If Allow is unchecked then the AirStation ignores SSID searches from wireless devices Clicking Al
54. kt vas 1999 5 EK butiskajam prasibam un citiem ar to saistitajiem noteikumiem Lietuviu Lithuanian Siuo Buffalo Technology Inc deklaruoja kad 3is AirStation WLAE AG300N atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Nederlands Dutch Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc dat het toestel AirStation WLAE AG300N in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Malti Maltese Hawnhekk Buffalo Technology Inc jiddikjara li dan AirStation WLAE AG300N jikkonforma mal htigijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid Dirrettiva 1999 5 EC Magyar Hungarian Alul rott Buffalo Technology Inc nyilatkozom hogy a AirStation WLAE AG300N megfelel a vonatkoz alapvet k vetelm nyeknek s az 1999 5 EC ir nyelv egy b el r sainak WLAE AG300N User Manual 92 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Polski Polish Niniejszym Buffalo Technology Inc o wiadcza ze AirStation WLAE AG300N jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostatymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999 5 EC Portugu s Portuguese Buffalo Technology Inc declara que este AirStation WLAE AG300N est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Slovensko Slovenian Buffalo Technology Inc izjavlja da je ta AirStation WLAE AG300N v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi dolo ili direktive 1999
55. low multiple SSIDs will enable Multi Security allowing the use of multiple SSIDs each with different wireless security settings Clicking Use Single SSID will disable the Multi Security function The AirStation will then allow one SSID and one type of wireless security Note When using Multi Security you need to enable at least one of the following SSID1 SSID2 or SSID3 Multi Security SSID1 can use WPA PSK TKIP or WPA WPA2 Mixed for wireless security Multi Security SSID2 can use WPA PSK AES for wireless security Multi Security SSID3 can use WEP for wireless security When Separate is enabled wireless devices connected to the AirStation can communicate only with the Internet side not with each other Set SSID using 1 32 alphanumeric characters Specifies an authentication method used when connecting to a wireless device 33 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Wireless encryption WPA PSK Pre Shared Key Rekey interval WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning You may use any of the following types of encryption No encryption Data is transmitted without encryption Avoid this option since any communication may be intercepted No encryption can be selected only when No authentication is selected for Wireless authentication WEP WEP is a common encryption method supported by most devices Use an encryption key to communicate with a wireless device WEP can only be selected when No authentication is
56. n Channel 48 00 24 45 51 00 B7 Activated as master Diagnostic Logout System Information Display the AirStation s main settings Model Displays the model name and firmware version of the AirStation AirStation Name Displays the AirStation s host name LAN AirStation LAN information IP Address IP address acquisition Connection Status Display the current LAN port status under DHCP configuration Operation DHCP configuration If DHCP is in use the following commands can be executed e Release Releases the IP address assigned by the DHCP Server e Renew Renews the IP address from the DHCP Server IP Address The IP address assigned to the Airstation Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask assigned to the Airstation wv WLAE AG300N User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Model AirStation Name LAN Wireless WDS WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version Displays the AirStation Name Displays the information about the LAN port Displays the wireless status Displays the information about WDS port 54 Chapter 4 Configuration Logs The AirStation s logs are recorded here LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diagnostic System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Logout Logs IP Filter V DHCP Client a i Display log information recorded in v AoSS v
57. ngs to their previous values Displays AOSS clients connected to the AirStation and information of the devices which are wirelessly communicated Displays information about ethernet converters connected to the AirStation via AOSS 31 Chapter 4 Configuration 11n a g b The screen to configure a basic wireless settings LAN Config WPS AOSS 1in a gb Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Wireless Radio use Wireless Config Wireless Channel Auto All channel Current Channel 44 Bandwidth 20 MHz x 300 Mbps Mode Extension Channel 36 Broadcast SSID Mallow Allow multiple SSIDs Separate feature Ouse Use AirStation s MAC address 002445510044 SSID O Enter Wireless authentication WPAAVPA2 mixedmode PSK Wireless encryption TKIP AES mixedmode Y Admin Config WPA PSK Pre Shared Key eeeeseeeseece Rekey interval 60 Parameter Wireless Wireless Channel 300 Mbps Mode WLAE AG300N User Manual minutes Meaning Logout Basic Wireless Setting 3 11n a g b You can set basic configuration information for your wireless LAN manually here If encryption is not used communication will be established just by this basic setup Encryption is highly recommended however There are 2 standards IEEE802 11n a and IEEEG802 11n g b for wireless LANs Wireless Radio un check
58. nly displayed if there are AOSS connections AOSS Ethernet Converter Information Only displayed if there are AOSS connections WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration Click this then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS compatible wireless client Repeat for additional AOSS clients Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections Note If AOSS connections are disconnected the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their most recent settings before using AOSS You may allow a separate SSID specifically for WEP connections If disabled is selected then clients will not be able to connect with WEP Expands security method from TKIP to WPA WPA2 PSK mixed mode Set a separate SSID and network segment specifically for WEP connections Devices connected with WEP will not be able to communicate with devices connected using AES TKIP All connected devices will be able to communicate with the internet When enabled the AirStation allows wireless devices to connect with 64 or 128 bit WEP Uncheck to disable the physical AOSS button on the AirStation Displays the encryption type SSID an encryption key configured by AOSS Click to enter random values for SSID encryption key and other settings Click to return the SSID encryption key and other wirelesss settings to the values on the case sticker Click to return the SSID encryption key and other wireless setti
59. nsult your wireless client s documentation for more information e Buffalo s Client Manager software can be used with the wireless LAN devices built into your computer However it is not guaranteed to work with all wireless LAN devices available Some wireless clients may require manual setup WLAE AG300N User Manual 59 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows 7 Vista Client Manager V If you are using Windows7 or Windows Vista use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS WPS 4 1 Click the la icon in the system tray 2 BUFFALO Client Manager Y Yer 1 3 7 wl LUC Profile Disconnected v Transmission Speed Signal Strength Tx Eod iin Advance Click Create Profile 3 When the message A program needs your permission to continue appears click Yes or Continue D I Create profile Perform setup of wireless connection to the AirStation Click the WPS AOSS button Wireless Adapter BUFFALO WLI UC G300N Selectthe Setup Method Automatic Secure Setup Perform connection and security configuration automatically Advanced Setup Select a Network Name SSID or enter the SSID then connect manually Otherwise connect with WPS PIN method Option Expert onl Client Manager V Ver 1 3 7 BUFFALO Follow any instructions displayed on the screen When the wireless LED on the front of the AirStation stops flashing and glows
60. ofthese boxes at once will make it very difficult to make future changes to the AirStation s settings Apply v Parameter Meaning Log Output Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings Prohibit configuration from wireless If enabled prevents access to settings screens from wirelessly LAN connected devices only wired devices may configure Prohibit configuration from wired If enabled prevents access to settings screens from wired devices LAN only wirelessly connected devices may configure WLAE AG300N User Manual 48 Chapter 4 Configuration Log Transfer the AirStation s logs to a syslog server Initialize Restart Update Log Transfer Enable syslog Server IP Filter DHCP Client Maoss Ml wireless Client Transfer Logs V Authentication Setting Changes System Boot NTP Client v wired Link LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Logout Syslog Setup Syslog transfers the AirStation s log information to a syslog server Log Transfer Checking Enable will instruct the AirStation to transmit log information to a prog server The default is disabled Syslog Server Specify the name of your Syslog Server by host name host name with domain or IP Address GE characters EH M Parameter Meaning Log Transfer Enable to send logs to a syslog server Syslog Server Identify the syslog server by host
61. only one AirStation that can be configured Click this button to display the AirStation s Web configuration interface Note your computer and the AirStation are on different network subnets the IP address settings page will be displayed instead Highlight your AirStation then click this button to display the main screen Closes the Ethernet Converter Manager WLAE AG300N User Manual 80 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Main Screen Change your AirStation s IP address or other settings from this window i eT Ethernet Converter Manager WLAE AG300N Ver 1 80 AP0024A5510099 192 168 11 100 00 24 A5 51 00 99 manual A Infrastructure Mode Encrypted 36 Channel Launch Web Setting screen Modify IP Address Switch a g Mode Connection Settings v Refresh Back to Ethernet Converter Selection About Parameter Meaning Options Launch Web Setting Displays the AirStation s Web configuration interface screen Note If your PC and the AirStation are on different network subnets then the IP address configuration screen is displayed instead Options Modify IP Address Displays the IP address configuration screen Options Switch a g Mode This is not supported feature for this product Options Connection Settings Displays the connection settings screens for the access points WLAE AG300N User Manual 81 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager Parameter
62. ows The procedure varies depending on which version of Windows you are using Windows 7 WLAN AutoConfig With Windows 7 use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation 1 Click on the network icon in the system tray Select the target AirStation s name and click Connect If you will be connecting to this device in the future checking Connect automatically is recommended Currently connected to Network Internet access Wireless Network Connection manual G Eu Y Connect automatically WAP G ll 0018E76A1E6E E Name 0018E76A1E6E Signal Strength Fair Open Network ant security Type WPA2 PSK Radio Type 802 11n 001D7390E9F9 WLAE AG300N User Manual 62 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Te Connect to a Network lia Enter the encryption key and click OK 3 Type the network security key Security key Hide characters You can also connect by pushing the OI button on the router Windows Vista WLAN AutoConfig With Windows Vista use the WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation 1 Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray 2 Click Connect to a network E Connect to a network network to connect to and click Connect Select a network to connect to iK 001D73B991D4 Security enabled network T A 001073299104 Security enabled network E
63. password is required to log in It may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores WLAE AG300N User Manual 44 Chapter 4 Configuration Time Date Configure the AirStation s internal clock setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP ECO Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout Time Date A An NTP time server is configured Set the AirStation s internal clock Set the internal clock manually Local Date 2010 vest Meng Day Note The Airstation s internal clock is Time Zone GMT 06 00 Central Standard Time CST v resetto its default setting whenever power is lost because it doesn t have a battery Appl Refresh Get Current Time from your PC However the AirStation may be Hd configured to adjust its clock automatically even when rebooted y Local Time 0 Hour 13 Minute 140 Seconds Parameter Meaning Local Date You may manually set the date of the AirStation s internal clock Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation s internal clock Time Zone Specify the time zone offset of Greenwich Mean Time of the AirStation s internal clock WLAE AG300N User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Configuration NTP Configure an NTP server to automatically synchronise the AirStation s internal clock setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Name P
64. r is configured to obtain an IP address automatically See appendix D for more on DHCP e Restart your AirStation Cannot connect to the network wirelessly Configure your wireless client with the same SSID encryption type and encryption key as set on the AirStation The factory defaults are SSID The AirStation s MAC address printed on the label Encryption Type WPA WPA2 mixed mode PSK Connect with either WPA PSK TKIP or WPA2 PSK AES Encryption Key Printed on the label of the AirStation Note Encryption is disabled by default in Asia Pacific WLAE AG300N User Manual 68 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting e Place your AirStation and wireless devices 2 10 feet apart Restart your AirStation You forgot AirStation s SSID Encryption Key or Password Hold down the reset button on the base of your AirStation for 3 seconds to initialize its settings All settings including your password SSID and encryption key will be initialized to their defaults The factory defaults are SSID The AirStation s MAC address printed on the label Encryption Type WPA WPA2 mixed mode PSK Connect with either WPA PSK TKIP or WPA2 PSK AES Encryption Key Printed on the label of the AirStation Encryption is disabled by default for Asia Pacific AirStations The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps Maximum link speed is only 130Mbps By default the AirStation s 300 Mbps mode is not enabled You may enable it with t
65. reless Gea eae o c D AirStation computer Using as a repeater wireless wireless o c D AirStation computer In this section manual configuration is described However you can also use AOSS WPS to configure it Refer to Chapter 5 for details 1 Set your computer s IP address settings as follows Appendix D IP Address 192 168 11 80 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 11 1 Preferred DNS server 192 168 11 1 Alternate DNS server blank 2 Shut down your computer WLAE AG300N User Manual 15 Chapter 3 Installation 3 4 5 6 Connect the AirStation and your computer with a LAN cable Y cable heus PAR AirStation connect Connect the power cable to the AirStation then push the power button to turn it on Wait 60 seconds then power on your computer AirStation A A LE connect 2 push After the computer has booted the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condidition Wireless glowing green or amber Status glowing green Launch a web browser WLAE AG300N User Manual 16 Chapter 3 Installation Enter the LAN IP address of the AirStation in the address field then press the Enter key uam Jage j M rn 192 168 11 100 w d e Blank Page CC Notes The default IP address of the AirStation is 192 168 11 100 If you previously used the AirNavigator CD in the pa
66. rom your computer You re now connected to the AirStation wirelessly Launch a web browser If your home page is displayed setup is complete WLAE AG300N User Manual 19 Chapter 4 Configuration The web based configuration tool lets you change AirStation settings Don t change these settings unless you know what you re doing Accessing the Web based Configuration Interface To configure the AirStation s advanced settings manually log in to the web based configuration interface as shown below 1 Insert the AirNavigator CD into your computer The setup wizard will automatically launch Note Ifthe Setup Wizard does not launch open the CD and double click ASSetWiz exe to launch manually 2 Ver 5 3 0 SI Click View WEB setting screen Air Station Setup Wizard Settings at Finish LES Petting e Select your language BC 1 d Please select your language and press the Start button to begin setup ms 3 y B Airstation Configuration Tool The wizard will search for available AirStations Select AirStation O Search for AirStation in the network L d WLAE AG300N User Manual 20 Chapter 4 Configuration 4 Highlightan AirStation to configure and kal ES Airstation Configuration Tool click Next Select AirStation Select target AirStation Click Re scan if target AirStation does not exist AirStation Name Network Name SSID MAC Address IP A
67. rors sending and receiving are displayed Wireless LAN 0 0 0 0 WDS Bridge 0 0 0 0 Ligue button M Displayed packet information is renewed with current information when this button is clicked v Parameter Meaning Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the LAN side of the Ethernet and the LAN side of the wireless connection Received Displays the number of packets received from the LAN side of the Ethernet and the LAN side of the wireless connection WLAE AG300N User Manual 56 Chapter 4 Configuration Client Monitor This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diagnostic System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Communication MAC Address Method 00 0C 43 28 50 00 Wired 00 11 09 5C 86 F1 Wired Authentication Logout A Client Monitor 802 11n Displays the LAN side clients J we that are accessing the irStation The following information is displayed MAC address 3 Parameter Client Monitor WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning Displays information MAC address communication method wireless authentication and 802 11n for devices that are connected to the AirStation 57 Chapter 4 Configuration Ping A Ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diagnostic System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping
68. rval of the sending frame The unit defines a time slot similar to the window value of CWmin CVimax Lower values define a higher priority as the back off algorithm starts earlier Values that can be inputted 1 15 TXOP Limit The time for the queue to obtain send priority The minimum value is 32ms Large values can send more frames at a time However latency may increase Only one frame is transferred at the time when the TXOP Limitis 0 vw 37 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter WMM EDCA Parameters WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning You don t usually need to change these settings Using the default settings is recommended Priority The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets Highest 8 High 4 Normal 2 and Low 1 From the queue these packets are processed in order of priority CWmin CWmax The maximum and minimum value of the contention window The contention window is used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802 11 and generally the smaller the value in the window the higher the probability that the queue obtains the right to send AIFSN The interval to send frames The unit of the AIFSN is a slot just as the window defined by CWmin and CWmax is The smaller the interval of sending frames the faster the algorithm can restart As a result the priority of the queue is higher TXOP Limit The period of time that the queue can use after o
69. selected for Wireless authentication TKIP TKIP is an encryption method which is more secure than WEP but slower Use an pre shared key to communicate with a wireless device TKIP can be selected only when WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK is selected for Wireless authentication AES AES is more secure than TKIP and faster Use a pre shared key to communicate with a wireless device AES can be selected only when WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK is selected for Wireless authentication TKIP AES mixed mode TKIP AES mixed mode allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication TKIP AES mixed mode can be selected only when WPA WPA2 mixed mode PSK is selected for Wireless authentication A pre shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections There are two different formats for a pre shared key Use 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters case sensitive for a character ASCII passphrase or use 64 digits using O to 9 and a to f not case sensitive for a hexadecimal passphrase Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 minutes 34 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Set up WEP encryption key WLAE AG300N User Manual Meaning A WEP encryption key passphrase may have any of four different formats A character ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters case sensitive A hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 digits using 0 to 9 and a to f not case sensitive 35
70. t WPS Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click OKT Displays configured if all available wireless bands are configured Displays unconfigured if at least one wireless band is unconfigured 29 Chapter 4 Configuration AOSS AOSS Status and Settings IC WERNER LAN Config Wireless Config WPS AOSS 11n a gib Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS Admin Config Logout AOSS AirStation One Touch Secure System AOSS is Buffalo s unique technology for quickly End a secure wireless connection You AOSS Settings Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for WEP Stop Encryption level expansion function Enabled v Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Disabled Dedicate WEP for game only Enable AOSS Button on the Airstation Unit V Enable Current Encryption Information can see AOSS s configuration and status from this screen Start AOSS button Click this button to start AOSS The AOSS button on top of the router works the same as this button Refer to How to use AOSS for more details Disable AOSS button This button apran when AOSS is Encryption E i enabled Click this button to Type oA tor AES Now Les disable AOSS Connections to wireless clients will be terminated SSID D024A55100B7 1 OSS Information removed and T penpan pe p to ei ncryption value Current Encryption id Am nkwG4ndt4u Information will
71. tial requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN60950 1 2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment EN50385 2002 08 Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of radio base stations and fixed terminal stations for wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or the reference levels related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields 110MHz 40 GHz General public EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 10 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM Wideband Transmission systems Data transmission equipment operating in the 2 4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3 2 of the R amp TTE Directive EN 301 893 V1 5 1 2008 12 Broadband Radio Access Networks BRAN 5 GHz high performance RLAN Harmonized EN covering the essential requirements of article 3 2 of the R amp TTE Directive WLAE AG300N User Manual 90 Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information EN 301 489 1 V1 8 1 2008 04 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters ERM ElectroMagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 1 Common technical requirements EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 05 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio
72. tion between AirStations LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config WPS Aoss 11n a g b Advanced WMM MAC Filter Multicast Control WDS WDS Use Specify Master Slave Master e Logout WDS mE Configure establish the wireless connection with another AirStation SSID EEN H the communication between Wireless authentication Do Encryption for wireless Preferred MAC Address MAC Address Parameter WDS Specify Master Slave WLAE AG300N User Manual Enable Preferred MAC Address AirStation and wireless Slave cannot be established or constant because the distance between those two are too far away Install AirStation between Master and Slave wireless devices by using WDS to solve these problems The destination connection needs to also suppor WDS When configuring WDS set only one AirStation to Master the rest should be set to Slave AZ Meaning Check to use WDS bridging Define this AirStation s role in a WDS bridge Master Set AirStation as a master Listen to the Salve or a device set as a slave to connect Slave Set AirStation as a slave This can be connected with the AirStation which is set as a master by using WDS feature only if the Master AirStation supports WDS Slave EC Set AirStation as a slave This uses Ethernet Converter to connect with the AirStation which is set as a master so it can be connected even though Master AirStation does not support
73. to a Wireless Network 59 Automatic Secure Setup ACOGGINPG 59 Windows 7 Vista Client ManaogerV 60 Windows XP Client Manager 321 61 To connect two WLAE AG300NSs or other wireless devices which sup port AOSS WPS AOSS WPS cccccceeceessceeseeeeesecccesseeeesseees 61 Other Devices e g Game Console 62 WLAE AG300N User Manual 2 Manual eM RP A Dm 62 Windows 7 WLAN Auto onfg nnn 62 Windows Vista WLAN Autor ong 63 Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration 66 Connecting 2 WLAE AG300Ns Manual Setup 67 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting 68 Cannot connect to the Internet wired connection 68 Cannot access the web based configuration interface 68 Cannot connect to the network wirelessly 68 You forgot AirStation s SSID Encryption Key or Password 69 The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps Maximum link speed only T30MDPS crc M 69 A DE 70 Appendix A Specifications 72 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings 74 Appendix C Ethernet Converter Manager 78 Ethernet Converter Manager COverview 78 Opening and Closing Ethernet Converter Manager 78 Select LAN Adapter screen 79 Select Ethernet Converter uk 80 Main
74. tructions on the screen If your computer uses a different operating system use manual setup instead Manual Setup Access Point mode To use the AirStation as an access point configure as below 1 Make sure that you can connect to the Internet without the AirStation then turn the computer off 2 Connect one end of the LAN cable to the router that you are currently using and connect the other end to the LAN port of the AirStation LAN cable connect m AirStation 5j ES modem router 2 connect 3 Connect the AirStation to your computer with another LAN cable ET LAN cable 4 AirStation w ll A 2 connect WLAE AG300N User Manual 13 Chapter 3 Installation 4 Connect the power cable to the AirStation then push the power button to turn it on Wait 60 seconds then power on your computer AirStation 1 connect 2 push 5 After the computer has booted the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condidition Wireless glowing green or amber Status glowing green 6 Launch a web browser Ifthe home page is displayed setup is complete You ve completed initial setup of your AirStation Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings WLAE AG300N User Manual 14 Chapter 3 Installation Using AirStation As An Ethernet Converter or A Repeater To use the AirStation as an Ethernet converter or a repeater follow the directions below Using as an Ethernet Converter wi

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