Introduction

What is RangeMax Wireless Access Point?

A Wireless Access Point is a device that acts as a communication hub for users of a wireless device to connect to a wired Local Area Network. Access Points are important for providing heightened wireless security and for extending the physical range of service a wireless user has access to.

NETGEAR’s RangeMax Wireless Access Point extends your Ethernet business network with wireless coverage up to 10 times that of standard 802.11g, thanks to an advanced Smart MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology that incorporates seven “intelligent” internal antennas. The antennas continuously scan your office, automatically sensing physical obstacles and electronic interference, then dynamically adjust the wireless signal to compensate and maintain a clear connection. So if you carry your laptop to a room with a microwave oven, or someone starts talking on a cell phone, RangeMax detects the change and adapts with over 100 possible antenna configurations. It’s the perfect way to extend Ethernet networks with the power of RangeMax, so everyone enjoys reliable high-speed wireless connections, with no dropouts, and no dead spots.

Extended Coverage. Consistent Connection. Faster Speeds.

By using multiple simultaneous signals to overcome interference, RangeMax Wireless Access Point boosts network coverage throughout the entire business. What’s more, it maintains much faster wireless connections at distances where a standard g signal fades and degrades.

The WPN802 Wireless Access Point delivers comprehensive coverage and minimal RF signal overlap, virtually eliminating gaps and drops.

Features

• Conveniently plugs into existing router
• Boosts wireless business networks with RangeMax
• Works with existing 802.11g/b devices

Specifications

Product Specifications

• Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.2 in (223 x 153 x 31 mm)
• Weight: 1.2 lbs (.5 kg)

Ease of use

• Smart Wizard eases installation and setup
• Allows sharing of a wireless Internet connection - just plug into your existing router
• Fully compatible with 802.11b, and 802.11g devices

Speed and Range

• Up to 108 Mbps speed and 500,000 square feet range
• One 10/100 LAN port equipped with auto-sensing technology
• Automatic MDI/MDIX - no special cable required
• Utilizes 2.4 GHz 3 non-overlapping channels

Security

• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64-bit, 128-bit encryption
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA, Pre-Shared Key)
• Wireless Access Control (SSID) to identify authorized wireless network devices
• VPN Tunnel pass-thru
• Wireless MAC address authentication using access control lists (ACL)
• Wireless repeated mode support with wireless distribution system (WDS)

Privacy & Control Management

• "Trusted user" controls
• Time-based usage controls
• Web site logging-SNMP support

Standards

• IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g

Package Contents

• WPN802
  
• Ethernet cable
  
• Power adapter
  
• Resource CD
  
• Installation guide
  
• Warranty/Support information card

System Requirements

• Broadband Internet service and modem with Ethernet connection
  
• 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g wireless adapter. Alternatively, an Ethernet adapter and cable for each computer
  
• Microsoft® Windows ® 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, Mac® OS, NetWare®, UNIX ®, or Linux®
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