Introduction

Protect and Expand Your Intelligent Wireless Network
It's easy to be impressed by NETGEAR®’s business-class WAG302. The WAG302 Access Point supports both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps radio transmission with up to 108 Mbps in both 802.11g and 802.11a in turbo mode to support up to 128 simultaneous wireless clients and client types within the same coverage area.

Built-in security and manageability features make it ideal for any organization or institution facing increasing mobile computing needs. To protect sensitive communications and data on the wireless LAN, the WAG302 Access Point offers the most advanced and comprehensive set of authentication and encryption security capabilities on the market today. Web-based network management tools make configuration and remote management of the network painless, while SNMP and ProSafe Network Management System NMS100** integrates the wireless LAN with your wired infrastructure. Wi-Fi certification ensures interoperability with Wi-Fi-certified products from other vendors.

Secure and Extensible
NETGEAR access points support the highest available security standard, WPA2 Enterprise. With 40/64-, and 128/152-bit WEP shared key encryption and advanced AES 256-bit encryption ensures the privacy of all wireless transmissions. 802.1x RADIUS server authentication controls wireless network access and centralizes user authorization across the network. TKIP dynamic key assignment improves security and simplifies deployment. MAC address access control lists control access to network resources. Other security measures include, block SSID broadcast, rogue access point detection and notification, secure management interfaces: SSL and SSH, and intra-cell blocking to prevent client-to-client snooping – also supports VPN pass-through.

Efficient
With the emergence of VoIP technology, the WG302 now supports SpectraLink voice priority. SpectraLink allows organizations to provide voice priority mechanisms on their wireless network. Support for voice priority with SpectraLink will provide businesses with a practical solution for combining voice and data over the wireless network. The embedded IEEE 802.3af power over ethernet (PoE) port expands installation options by eliminating the need to locate the WAG302 near a power outlet. Supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) MIB I, MIB II and 802.11MIB. Console port facilitates local configuration and monitoring. Users can remotely configure, update and monitor multiple WAG302’s via FTP. Supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for bridging and repeater modes - even able to be configured as a bridge and access point simultaneously.

Simple
Cost effective and simple to install and use. Plenum rated – appropriate for placement above drop-down ceilings and under raised floors. Equipped with the convenient Smart Wizard™ browser-based interface for quick installation. Fitted with two powerful detachable 5 dBi antennas – expand wireless capacity and range with NETGEAR ProSafe antennas for the 2.4 GHz frequency band. IEEE 802.11e Quality of Service (QoS) support makes it easy to handle Voice over IP (VoIP) and multimedia applications. Protected with a NETGEAR 3-year warranty.

**Available via future firmware upgrade

Features

• Dual Band, high-speed networking with IEEE 802.11a, b and g, up to 108 Mbps in turbo mode in 11a and 11g
• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), 802.11i-ready security
• Wireless Distribution System (WDS) support bridging and repeater modes

Specifications

Wireless

• Standards: IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11i*, IEEE 802.11e
• Antennas: Two (2) 5 dBi detachable
• Typical maximum power output: 802.11a (15 dBm), 802.11g (20 dBm)
• Typical maximum receive sensitivity: 802.11a (89 dB), 802.11b/g (87dBm)

Note: Maximum Tx varies based on country and/or region selection to ensure local regulatory compliance.

Physical Interfaces

• LAN Port: One (1) 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45) port with Auto UplinkT and IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) support
• Power adapter: Output 12 VDC, 1.2 A; plug is localized to country of sale
• Five (5) LEDs: Power, Test, 100 Mbps, Link/ACT, and WLAN 802.11g, WLAN 802.11a
• Console Port: One (1) with standard RS-232C interface with DB-9 male connector
• Antenna Connectors: Two (2) 5 dBi reverse SMA

Network Management

• Remote configuration and management through Web browser, SNMP or Telnet with command line interface (CLI)
• SNMP management supports SNMP MIB I, MIB II, and 802.11 MIB

Advanced Wireless Features

• Supports voice priority with SpectraLink
• Bridging and repeater mode
• Simultaneous wireless bridge and access point mode
• Adjustable transmit power control 100 mW down to 0 mW
• WiFi Multimedia (WMMT) to optimize audio, video and voice applications
• Rogue AP Detection

Receive Sensitivity

• 802.11b
  • 1 Mbps -93 dBm -87dBm
  • 2 Mbps -92 dBm -84dBm
  • 5.5 Mbps -92 dBm -83dBm
  • 11 Mbps -89 dBm -80dBm
• 802.11g
  • 6 Mbps -93 dBm -82dBm
  • 9 Mbps -90 dBm -81dBm
  • 12 Mbps -90 dBm -79dBm
  • 18 Mbps -88 dBm -77dBm
    
  • 24 Mbps -84 dBm -74dBm
    
  • 36 Mbps -80 dBm -70dBm
  • 48 Mbps -76 dBm -66dBm
  • 54 Mbps -75 dBm -65dBm
• 802.11a
  • 6 Mbps -89 dBm
  • 9 Mbps -88 dBm
  • 12 Mbps -87 dBm
  • 18 Mbps -86 dBm
  • 24 Mbps -82 dBm
  • 36 Mbps -79 dBm
  • 48 Mbps -73 dBm
  • 54 Mbps -69 dBm

Security

• IEEE 802.11i Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-2) enterprise
• Block SSID Broadcast
• VPN pass-through support
• MAC address filtering with access control lists up to 255 users
• 802.1x RADIUS support with EAP TLS, TTLS, PEAP
• Secure SSH Telnet
• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) remote management login
• Wireless isolation enables peer-to-peer blocking so users may not access another user's PC

Standards, Safety and Electromagnetic Conformance

• IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• FCC Part 15 Subpart B and Subpart C
• CE EN60950, EN 300328-2 v1.1.1 (2000-07), EMC EN301489-1 v1.2.1 (2000-08), and EN301489-17 v1.1.1 (2000-09), EN55022(B), CISPR22(B), AS/NZS 3548(B)

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 25.4 x 17.8 x 3.18 cm (10 x 7 x 1.25 in.)
• Weight: 996.15 g (2 lbs. 13 oz.)
• Processor: 266 MHz Intel XScale IXP 422B Memory: 16MB Flash, 32MB DRAM
• Power over Ethernet required: 10 W

Environmental Specifications

• Operating temperature: 0 to 40° C (32 to 104° F)
• Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing

Package Contents

• WAG302
  
• Ethernet cable
  
• Power adapter
  
• Resource CD
  
• Installation guide
  
• Warranty/Support information card

System Requirements

• PC or laptop, configured for an Internet connection, with Windows® 98, Me, 2000 or XP and 802.11b, 802.11g and/or 802.11a Wi-Fi adapter card

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