Planet Technology WAP-1963 - Manual (Page 5)

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing WAP-1963. This device is an access point for IEEE 802.11b 2.4GHz wireless
network. You can use this access point to build up a wireless LAN, any wireless LAN station can join the
wireless network. It has support 64/128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Encryption and MAC
address filter function to consolidate the wireless network security, you can prevent unauthorized
wireless stations from accessing your wireless network.
With it ’s Station mode, that can served as a wireless station (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc). Connected to
you LAN, it is able to access the network via Access Point or join to a small wireless network without
Access Points. It ’s data rate support 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbps. Maximize network efficiency while minimizing
your network investment and maintenance costs.
This product provides easy to use user interface and allows users to configuring from web browser. Also
it integrates DHCP server to provide multiple wireless and wired users to get an IP address automatically.
With the versatile of features, this product is the best choice for you to integrate your wireless and wired
network seamlessly.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
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One WAP-1963
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One AC Power Adapter
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One User ’s Manual CD
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One Quick Installation Guide
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One External Antenna
Note:
If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
possible.
1.2 System Requirements
Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.
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Pentium Based (And Above) IBM-Compatible PC System
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CD-ROM drive
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Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Server2003 Operating System with TCP/IP protocol
1.3 Features
• Compliant with the IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz specification
• High data rate 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps network speed, Auto rate fallback