NetComm Wireless Access Point NP720 - Manual (Page 5)

Wireless Access Point User Guide
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Bridge Mode Support. The Wireless Access Point can operate in Bridge Mode, con-
necting to another Access Point. Both PTP (Point to Point) and PTMP (Point to Multi-
Point) Bridge modes are supported.
And you can even use both Bridge Mode and Access Point Mode simultaneously!
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Client/Repeater Access Point. The Wireless Access Point can operate as a Client or
Repeater Access Point, sending all traffic received to another Access Point.
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Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed
quickly and easily.
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DHCP Client Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Access Point can act as a
DHCP Client, and obtain an IP address and related information from your existing DHPC
Server.
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Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded
easily, using only your Web Browser.
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PoE Support. You can use PoE (Power over Ethernet) to provide power to the Wireless
Access Point, so only a single cable connection is required.
Security Features
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Security Profiles. For maximum flexibility, wireless security settings are stored in
Security Profiles. Up to 8 Security profiles can be defined, and up to 4 used as any time.
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Multiple SSIDs. Because each Security Profile has it own SSID, and up to 4 Security
Profiles can be active simultaneously, multiple SSIDs are supported. Different clients can
connect to the Wireless Access Point using different SSIDs, with different security set-
tings.
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Multiple SSID Isolation. If desired, PCs and devices connecting using different SSIDs
can be isolated from each other.
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VLAN Support. The 802.1Q VLAN standard is supported, allowing traffic from differ-
ent sources to be segmented. Combined with the multiple SSID feature, this provides a
powerful tool to control access to your LAN.
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WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit
and 128 Bit keys are supported.
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WPA support. Support for WPA is included. WPA is more secure than WEP, and
should be used if possible. Both TKIP and AES encryption methods are supported.
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802.1x Support. Support for 802.1x mode is included, providing for the industrial-
strength wireless security of 802.1x authentication and authorization.
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Radius Client Support. The Wireless Access Point can login to your existing Radius
Server (as a Radius client).
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Radius MAC Authentication. You can centralize the checking of Wireless Station
MAC addresses by using a Radius Server.
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Rogue AP Detection. The Wireless Access Point can detect unauthorized (Rouge)
Access Points on your LAN.
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Access Control. The Access Control feature can check the MAC address of Wireless
clients to ensure that only trusted Wireless Stations can use the Wireless Access Point to
gain access to your LAN.
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Password - protected Configuration . Optional password protection is provided to
prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.