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SMC2482W
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Copyright Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Copyright © 2002 by SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, California 9261
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Compliances FCC Class B 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 protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer
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Product Registration Please register your EZ Connect Turbo 2.4GHz 11/22 Mbps Wireless Bridge online to activate your warranty: Registration website: http://www.smc-europe.com (Support, Warranty Registration) 6
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Congratulations on your purchase of this EZ Connect™ Turbo 2.4GHz 11/22 Mbps Auto-Sensing Wireless Bridge. The EZ Connect™ Turbo Wireless Bridge supports multiple modes for different wireless solutions. To provide wireless connectivity to one or more buildings, the SMC2482W offers both point-to- point and point-to-multi-point Bridging options. If you need to set up a temporary wireless network or expand an existing one, the SMC2482W also supports a full-featured Access Point mode. Plug-and-Play
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Compatibility: •IEEE 802.3, 802.3u •IEEE 802.11b •Wi-Fi Complaint TM The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge package includes the following: •One EZ Connect™ Turbo 11/22 Mbps Wireless Bridge •One CD containing EZ Installation Wizard, Utility Software and Complete Documentation •One Power Adapter •One Manual Minimum Requirements: •An A/C power outlet (100 – 240V, 50 – 60Hz), to supply power TM to the EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge. •An available RJ-45 port on a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet devi
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Section 1 | Getting Started Site Location Choose a location for your EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge. In Bridge mode, the best location for the SMC2482W is at the edge of your wireless coverage area. In Access Point mode, the best location is at the center of your wireless network. Connect the Ethernet cable The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge should be connected to a network switch or hub that is connected to a DHCP server, or connected to a Barricade Broadband Router. Use a standard Category
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1.1 | EZ Connect Turbo 11/22 Mbps Wireless Bridge LED Indicators The preceding diagram shows the LED indicator lights on the EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge. The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge has 2 removable antennas, which are adjustable for best wireless reception. The front of the Wireless Bridge has 3 labeled indicator lights. When you connect your Bridge to your network, these lights will be on, off, or blinking, indicating the following states. Light On Off Blinking LAN Ethernet Conne
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3. Hold down the [Reset] button which is located on the back of the device.You may need to use a pin or other pointed object to hold the button down. 4. Plug the power connector into the Wireless Bridge while holding down the [Reset] button. 5. The “TX/RX” LED will be solid, then flash 5-6 times. 6. Then the “LINK/ACT” LED will blink quickly several times. 7. Release the [Reset] button. 8. Unplug the power from the Wireless Bridge for 2 seconds, and then plug the power back in. 9. The Wireless
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3. Click the [APPLY] button to complete the reset process. 4. The unit will reboot and reset the SMC2482W. Using the Web-based Utility to reset the SMC2482W to factory defaults 1. Log into the SMC2482W using the Web-based Utility. (See section 4.2 for more information) 2. Click on [Tools] link on the left hand navigation menu, and then click the [Configuration Tools] option. 3. Click the [Default] button to reset the unit to factory defaults. 4. The unit will reboot and reset the SMC2482W to f
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Section 2 |Understanding Wireless Connections The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge is based on the IEEE 802.11b Wi-Fi standard, which uses radio transmission for net- work connectivity. These 802.11b radio waves travel in all direc- tions, and can transmit through walls and floors. Wireless trans- mission operating range and data throughput rate are based on several factors, as described below in the following section. 2.1 | Recommendations for Best Wireless Performance The following information
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Important: Enable wireless security Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to protect your network from unwanted access. For more information, see section 6 for instructions on how to configure WEP on the SMC2482W.
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2.3 | Understanding Wireless Security (WEP) Anyone within range of your wireless network is a potential security risk. Without wireless security options configured on your network, a person outside of your physical location but within your wireless range may be able to access the network and any data that is being transmitted over it. SMC Networks wireless devices support the wireless security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to prevent unauthorized users from accessing your networ
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The SMC2482W is a Plug-and-Play device. When you plug this Wireless Bridge into your network, it will automatically get an IP address from your DHCP server and begin to provide wireless connections based on your current network IP configuration. 3.1 | Verify Equipment and Permissions TM At computer that you want to install the EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge Utility software, please have the following items available: TM •The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge CD-ROM •These installation instructi
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3.2 | Installing the Utility Software 1. At the splash screen, click the [Install Utility] option to launch the Installation Wizard. 2. Click the [Next >] button to confirm the installation. 3. Configure the install location, and then click the [Next >] button to continue. 17
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* It is recommended that you choose the default folder name. 4. Click the [Finish] button to complete the installation process. 18
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Section 4 | Accessing the SMC2482W TM The EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge can be configured and managed by using two different utilities. •Windows Utility •Web-based Utility 4.1 | Using the Windows Utility 1. Click [Start],then [Programs],then [SMC2482W Bridge Utility],then [SMC2482W Bridge Utility]. TM 2. The Utility will search your network for the EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridge. When the SMC2482W is located, you can view the current settings and make changes as needed. Note: If the util
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3. Once you have logged into the Windows Utility, you can: •View link and device information TM •See the available EZ Connect Turbo Wireless Bridges (SMC2482W) in your network if you have more than one SMC2482W installed. •Configure wireless settings, operating mode, TCP/IP settings •Configure wireless security (WEP) 4.2 | Using the Web-based Utility 1. Launch your web browser. (i.e. Internet Explorer or Netscape) 2. In the Address Bar, type in the IP address that is configured on your Wirel
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Note: The SMC2482W is DHCP-enabled by default. If you do not know the IP address that was assigned by your DHCP server, please use the Windows Utility or look at your DHCP client list to get the correct IP address to use. If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, then the SMC2482W will auto-assign itself an IP address of: 192.168.2.55. 3. Log into the Web-based Utility. The factory default password for the SMC2482W is “default”,all lower-case. 4. Once logged into the Web-based Util
