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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing WAP-1966. This device features the latest innovation wireless technology
making the wireless networking world happened. This manual guides you on how to install and properly
use the WAP-1966 in order to take full advantage of its features.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
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One WAP-1966
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One AC Power Adapter
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One User ’s Manual and Utility CD
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One Quick Installation Guide
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 Operating System with TCP/IP protocol
1.3 Features
• Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b compliant
• Up to 22Mbps wireless LAN
• 4X mode can raise wireless performance to 44Mbps equivalent
• 2.4GHz ISM band, unlicensed operation
• Wireless connection without the hassles and cost of cabling
• Auto Scanning and Roaming
• Utilize Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Technology and support the
modulation of PBCC mode to provide robust, interference-resistant solution in a
multi-user environment
• Wireless LAN support IEEE 802.1X Authentication
• 64bit/128bit/256bit WEP encryption
• Support up to 63 users (For best performance, the suggested maximum clients number
of one WAP-1966 in AP mode is 25.)
• Support MAC Address Filtering
• Built-in DHCP Server
• Adjustable antenna transmit power
• Four operating modes including AP, AP client, Repeater, and Bridge (Point-to-Point,