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Sony PCWA-A500 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-658-124-11(1)
Operating Instructions
5GHz
Wireless LAN Access
Point
PCWA-A500
© 2002 Sony Corporation
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  • Page 1 4-658-124-11(1) Operating Instructions 5GHz Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 © 2002 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. PCWA-A500 Serial No.______________...
  • Page 3 Crooked insertion could cause pins to short- circuit, possibly causing fire or damage to the unit. • Use only the supplied AC adapter with your Sony Wireless LAN Access Point. To disconnect your Wireless LAN Access Point from the power supply, unplug the AC adapter.
  • Page 4 Program © 2001, 2002 Sony Corporation Documentation © 2002 Sony Corporation Copyright © 2000-2001 Atheros Communications, Inc., All Rights Reserved Copyright © 1994-2001 The NetBSD Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted...
  • Page 5 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview What you can do with your Wireless LAN Access Point The 5GHz Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 is designed for constructing a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) environment. Because the wireless LAN does not require cable connections, client computers can operate anywhere within a specified range.

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Web browser (The following browsers are recommended.) – Microsoft – Netscape Notes • Sony cannot assure trouble-free operation for all computers satisfying the specified system requirements. • To construct a wireless LAN environment, the 5GHz Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C500 (sold separately) is required.

  • Page 9: Me. Names Of Parts And Functions

    Names of parts and functions POWER MESSAGE WIRELESS NETWORK 1 NETWORK 2 1 Built-in antenna (not externally visible) 2 Indicators POWER Lights green while power is supplied to the Access Point. MESSAGE Lights when unread logs exceed a certain size. The indicator goes out when the log is displayed.
  • Page 10 4 NETWORK 1 connector Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Access Point to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router. 7 Ferrite core storage recess Insert the ferrite core of the AC adapter cable qd (on page 11) into this recess, then insert the cable into the AC adapter cable securing groove 8 to fix it in place.
  • Page 11 Top view qs Factory default switch qd Ferrite core Use this switch to return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings. For details, see “To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings” (page 13).

  • Page 12: About The Access Point Initial Settings

    About the Access Point initial settings The Access Point is configured as follows at shipment. To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings, see page Note In the table below, “–” indicates that no setting is made at the time of shipment. Common Host Name Administrator Password...

  • Page 13: To Return The Access Point Settings To The Factory Default Settings

    To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings, hold down the factory default switch for approximately one second while the power of the Access Point is ON. For information on the location of the factory default switch position, see “Names of parts and functions”...

  • Page 14: Configuring The Access Point Settings

    Configuring the Access Point settings To configure the Access Point settings, use a computer that is connected to the Access Point using the 5GHz Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C500 or a computer that is connected to the Access Point NETWORK 2 connector using an Ethernet connection.
  • Page 15 • Select Connect using DSL from NETWORK 1 Settings in Easy Setup (page 19) or from NAT Router Mode Settings in NETWORK 1 Settings in Advanced Setup (page 20). For router-type DSL modem connections: Select Bridge Mode in Advanced Setup (page 20). To connect the Access Point to a cable modem: In the cable modem operating manuals supplied by your ISP, check whether your ISP uses the DHCP connection method (where the IP address...

  • Page 16: Displaying The Access Point Setup Page

    Displaying the Access Point setup page To configure Access Point settings, go to the Access Point setup page. Use one of the following three methods to display the Access Point setup page. • Display the Access Point setup page using the Wireless Connection Easy Setup Wizard provided on the Wireless LAN PC Card.
  • Page 17 Note Depending on the firmware version of the Access Point you are using, the displayed screen may differ from that shown above. Display the Access Point setup page using the Wireless Connection Easy Setup Wizard provided on the Wireless LAN PC Card Note This method can only be used with Windows Me or Windows 2000.

  • Page 18: About The Access Point Password

    Display the Access Point setup page by entering the IP address in the web browser. Connect the Access Point to the AC adapter. Hint There is no power switch on the Access Point. Refer to the Quick Start Guide (separate sheet) when connecting the Access Point to the AC adapter. Start up your web browser.

  • Page 19: Configuring And Changing Settings For The Access Point

    Administrator password If you set an administrator password, you will be requested to enter a user name and password when you open the Access Point setup page. To open the Access Point setup page, type admin in the dialog box’s User Name text box, then type the password that you set in the Password text box.

  • Page 20: Confirming The Firmware Version For The Access Point

    Advanced Setup Here, you can configure advanced settings for the Access Point. Further, you can select an operation mode for the Access Point from the following two types: (1) NAT Router mode Similar to Easy Setup, the Access Point operates in NAT router mode, but you can configure slightly more advanced settings.

  • Page 21: Confirming The Status Of The Access Point

    Confirming the status of the Access Point Perform the following steps to confirm the current status of the Access Point. Follow the steps for Displaying the Access Point setup page (page 16) to open the Access Point setup page. Click Status. If a guest password has been set, you are requested to enter a password.

  • Page 22: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router If the Access Point is connected to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router, computers that are connected to the Access Point can connect to the Internet via the Access Point. Multiple computers can connect to the Internet via the Access Point simultaneously.
  • Page 23 Connect the Access Point’s NETWORK 1 connector to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router using an Ethernet cable as shown in the illustration below. When the Access Point is connected to an Ethernet LAN, connect the NETWORK 2 connector and the hub using an Ethernet cable.

  • Page 24: Precautions When Mounting The Access Point On A Wall

    Precautions when mounting the Access Point on a wall When mounting the Access Point on a wall, the screw size and spacing of mounting holes is as follows. Note that no brackets are provided for mounting the Access Point on a wall. Use screws or nails that meet the following requirements.
  • Page 25 Fastening the Access Point to a wall with screws: Body diameter: 0.14 to 0.29 inches (3.5 to 7.5 mm) Length: 1.2 inches (30 mm) or more 2.82 inches (71.5 mm)

  • Page 26: Precautions

    Precautions AC adapter Use ony the supplied AC adapter. Other AC adapters may cause a failure in the Access Point. Safety Do not drop the Access Point. Careful handling will help prevent damage. Installation Do not place the Access Point where it will be exposed to the following conditions: •...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications Power AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (The power cord plug is for use with AC 120 V.) Power consumption Approximately 7 W Maximum external dimensions Approx. 6.3 9.2 1.9 inches (Approx. 159 233 48 mm) (w/h/d) The stand is 3.6 inches (approx. 91 mm) in depth.

  • Page 28: Getting Help

    Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless LAN Access Point. About Sony’s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your Wireless LAN Access Point. This Operating Instructions explains how to use your Wireless LAN Access Point.

  • Page 29: Glossary

    192.168.0.1 (IP address) to identify a computer. However, since the IP address is hard to memorize, DNS was developed to allow a name like “www.sony.com” to identify a computer for convenience. DNS servers manage these translations from host names into IP addresses.
  • Page 30 WAN (Wide Area Network) A network that interconnects remote LANs through the Internet or telephone lines. IEEE802.11-compliant security system. Using the WEP key as the password, only client computers and Access Points that have the same ID and password may log on to the same wireless LAN for file sharing.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problems related to the Access Point: Read the Troubleshooting section of this guide before calling Sony Customer Information Services. If you still cannot resolve the problems after referring to these sources, call Sony Customer Information Services. Symptom The Access Point is...
  • Page 32 Just send your question in an e-mail message and a customer service representative will reply. To send a question to Sony e-mail support, fill out the e-mail form at http://www.sony.com/wirelesslansupport/ The Sony fax-back service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions.

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