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ZyXEL Communications NWA-3100 User Manual

ZyXEL Communications NWA-3100
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NWA-3100
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point
Users Guide
Version 3.60
10/2006
Edition 1

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications NWA-3100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz
Antenna TypeInternal
Power over Ethernet (PoE)Yes
Device TypeWireless Access Point
Connectivity TechnologyWireless
Spread Spectrum MethodDSSS, OFDM
Encryption AlgorithmWEP, WPA, WPA2
Antenna Qty2
Ethernet Ports1 x 10/100
Data Link ProtocolIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Authentication MethodRADIUS
Compliant StandardsIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3af
InterfaceEthernet 10/100
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Operating Temperature0 - 40 °C
Storage Temperature-20 - 60 °C
Humidity10 - 90% (non-condensing)

Summary

Safety Warnings

General Safety Instructions

Lists essential safety precautions for device operation, installation, and handling.

Introduction

Introducing the ZyXEL Device

Introduces the ZyXEL Device, its features, and management methods.

Introducing the Web Configurator

Explains how to access and navigate the device's web-based configuration interface.

Introducing the Web Configurator

Accessing the Web Configurator

Step-by-step guide to access the device's web-based configuration interface.

Resetting the ZyXEL Device

Instructions on how to reset the device to its factory default settings.

Tutorial

How to Configure Multiple Wireless Networks

Guide to setting up multiple wireless networks using MBSSID feature.

How to Set Up and Use Rogue AP Detection

Instructions on configuring rogue AP detection and setting up email alerts.

The Web Configurator

Wireless Configuration

Details how to configure wireless network settings, including QoS and STP.

Wireless Security Configuration

Explains wireless security methods like WEP, WPA, WPA2, 802.1x, and RADIUS.

MBSSID and SSID

Describes configuration of multiple BSSIDs and SSID profiles for flexible networking.

Rogue AP

Explains rogue access point detection, configuration, and management.

Maintenance

Covers system status, firmware upgrades, configuration backup/restore, and restarts.

System Screens

Configuring General Setup

Configuration of system name, domain name, and DNS server settings.

Configuring Password

Steps to change the system password for enhanced security.

Wireless Configuration

Quality of Service

Details QoS features like WMM and ATC for traffic prioritization.

Configuring Wireless Settings

Covers settings for Access Point, Bridge/Repeater, AP+Bridge, and MBSSID modes.

Wireless Security Configuration

WEP Encryption

Details WEP encryption for securing network communications.

802.1x Overview

Explains the IEEE 802.1x standard for authentication and key management.

EAP Authentication Overview

Describes EAP for user authentication, often used with RADIUS servers.

Introduction to WPA

Introduces Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and WPA2 security standards.

User Authentication

Explains WPA/WPA2 authentication using 802.1x and RADIUS.

Encryption

Details WPA/WPA2 encryption methods like TKIP and AES.

Configuring Security

Steps to create and assign security profiles to SSID profiles.

MBSSID and SSID

MBSSID

Explains MBSSID mode for providing multiple virtual APs simultaneously.

Configuring Multiple BSSs

Steps to configure multiple BSSs using MBSSID mode for network flexibility.

SSID

Covers SSID configuration, management, and related settings.

Configuring SSID

Steps to configure SSID profiles with various settings like security and QoS.

Other Wireless Configuration

Configuring Layer-2 Isolation

Steps to configure Layer-2 Isolation to restrict client access to specific devices.

Configuring MAC Filter

Details how to configure MAC filtering for controlling device access.

IP Screen

Configuring IP

Steps to configure the device's IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Rogue AP

Configuring Rogue AP Detection

How to enable and configure rogue AP detection and email alerts.

Log Screens

Configuring Log Settings

Settings for log message delivery frequency and alert configurations.

VLAN

Configuring VLAN

Steps to configure VLANs based on SSID profiles or RADIUS server.

Maintenance

F/W Upload Screen

Instructions for uploading new firmware to the device.

Configuration Screen

Managing configuration files: backup, restore, and factory defaults.

Back to Factory Defaults

Process for resetting the device to its original factory default settings.

SMT and Troubleshooting

Firmware and Configuration File Maintenance

Procedures for managing firmware and configuration files via FTP/TFTP.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and solutions for device operation and connectivity.

Introducing the SMT

Connect to your ZyXEL Device Using Telnet

Guide to establishing a Telnet connection to the device.

Changing the System Password

Steps to change the default system password for security.

LAN Setup

TCP/IP Ethernet Setup

Configuration of TCP/IP settings for the Ethernet interface.

System Password

System Password

Procedure to configure and change the system password.

Firmware and Configuration File Maintenance

Backup Configuration

Procedures for backing up the device configuration using FTP/TFTP/Console.

Restore Configuration

Procedures for restoring a saved configuration file to the device.

Uploading Firmware and Configuration Files

Guide to uploading firmware and configuration files using FTP/TFTP.

Firmware Upload

Steps to upload system firmware to the device via FTP.

Configuration File Upload

Steps to upload system configuration files to the device via FTP.

Troubleshooting

Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs

Troubleshooting issues related to power, hardware connections, and status LEDs.

ZyXEL Device Access and Login

Resolving problems with accessing the device and logging into the web configurator.

Internet Access

Troubleshooting issues related to internet connectivity problems.

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