Solutions for the Digital Life™User Manual54 MbpsWirelessAccess PointModel #: GT701APFirmware version: 3.0.1.0.5-GT701-AP

9Creating a Wireless Network from a Single ComputerIt is also possible to connect an access point to a single computer, instead of a networkhub. This

10Installing the Access PointBefore InstallingBefore installing the Access Point, be aware that this device can subject the user toelectrical shock. F

112a. If connecting to a Router, hub or switch for wireless network usage or foradministration of an access point (using the Web Configuration Utility

12Setting Up theAccess PointThe 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point is shipped ready for immediate use. Its factorydefault settings allow the user to access

13Your connection to the Access Point should be established and you are readyto access to the unit’s control panel.Accessing & Using The Control P

143. The "Welcome" screen appears. From this point, you can configure the AccessPoint from one of its seven sub-menusSetting the IP AddressT

15Basic SettingsClick on the “Basic Settings” selection and the “Basic Settings” page will appear.This menu allows you to change the Wireless Network

1664-bit WEP uses a key made from of five hexadecimal digit pairs. A hexadeci-mal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0-9 or A-F.

17The "Both" setting allows stations to use either authentication mode .WEP 802.1x SecurityThe 802.1x protocol is a collection of security f

18WPA SecurityThe WiFi Protected Access (WPA) protocol is a collection of interoperable securityenhancements intended for use in both consumer and ent

1Table of Contents1Introduction 3Package Contents 3Minimum System Requirements 3Access Point Features 4Technical Support 62 Wireless Networking B

19and WPA is enabled. If you wish to enable 802.1x, continue to step 4 of this proce-dure.To Enable WPA with 802.1x:4. Enter the radio server's I

20MAC Authentication (Access Control)The “MAC Authentication” screen, gives a user the option of controlling who can talk tothe Access Point access ba

21NOTE: Ensure the MAC Address entered is in the correct format (i.e., six sets of two hex-idecimal numbers separated by colons). A properly formatted

222. Be sure to enter password a second time in the Re-enter New Password textbox,3. Click Apply.If you want to disable the password mode after it has

23the 802.11 Wireless networking protocols.Before you do this, you must download the desired upgrade image files fromthe Actiontec web site (www.act

24Troubleshooting & FAQsThis chapter details some potential problems that may occur while using theAccess Point, and solutions to overcome them. A

25How fast is the wireless network?The rated speed of the wireless network under optimal conditions is 54Mbps.This speed does vary, depending on dista

26If I installed several Access Points in different locations in my building,will they be able to talk to each other? Will I be able to stay connected

27How do I make a HEX-based WEP key?64-bit WEP Key - Composed of 10 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f) (exam-ple: 843c29a562)128-bit WEP Key - Compose

28Setting Up Static IPConfiguring your Access Point via a direct connection to your computer requiresthat you set up what’s known as a “static IP addr

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293. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.

305. The “Network” window appears. In the "The following network componentsare installed" list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP.6. The “T

317. In the IP Address tab, activate “Specify an IP Address” by clicking on the cir-cle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the ci

32Windows Me1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.2. From the menu that appears, select Settings.3. Another menu app

334. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network componentsare instal

346. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address.7. In the IP Address tab, activate “Specify an IP Address” by clicking on the cir-cle. W

35Windows 20001. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.2. From the menu that appears, select Settings.3. Another menu a

364. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial-up Connections.5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-

376. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, thenclick Properties.7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears.

389. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.10. In the General tab, activate “Use the following IP address” by clicking on thecirc

3IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. We’veworked hard to make this Access Point the simplest, most conve

39Windows XP1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.2. From the menu that appears, select Connect To..

403. When the Connect To sub-menu window appears, select the Show AllConnections option.

414. The NetworkConnection window appears. Right click on Local AreaConnection and select Properties.5. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties wind

426. In the General tab, activate “Use the following IP address” by clicking on thecircle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the

43SpecificationsActiontec 54Mbps Wireless Access PointNetworking Solution Featuring Scalability and SecurityActiontec's 54Mbps Wireless Access

44neously. Dynamic rate shifting enables the fastest possible connections. AutoNetwork Connect keeps users connected to the network even while roaming

45SpecificationsInterface10/100 Ethernet LAN Port -RJ45Power (external adapter supplied)Wireless- IEEE 802.11bRadio output 17.2 dBm- IEEE 802.11gRadio

46FeaturesStandard bridging and filteringInfrastructure Mode: BSS (DCF & PCF)Web Ser verRoamingBPSK, QPSK , 16QAM ,OFDMStandards ComplianceIEEE 80

47Power110/220 VACCompliance CertificationFCC & CELimited WarrantyOne yearMinimum System RequirementsFor set up and configuration- Compatible Note

48NoticesRegulatory Compliance NoticesClass B EquipmentThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device,

4s All computers included on the wireless network must have wireless net-working capabilitiesAccess Point FeaturesThe Access Point has a series of LED

49+Note: To comply with FCC RFexposure compliance require-ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed toprovide a separation distan

50Limited WarrantyHardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) thatthis hardware product will be free from defects in

51published specifications or user guide.THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITHTHIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GO

52ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLA-TION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS.ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE

5intermittently when there is wireless activity.Rear PanelThe Access Point has a Power Connector, A LAN (Ethernet) Port, an Antenna Jack,and a Reset b

6Technical SupportActiontec Electronics, Inc., prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-performance products. If you need assistance, the A

7WirelessNetworking BasicsWireless networking connects computers to each other using radio signals ratherthan wires. This allows users the freedom to

8All of the wirelessly networked computers (also known as clients) communicatewith each other through the access point, which acts as a wireless hub.E