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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®
 WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point Reference Manual describes 
how to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless 
Access Point. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer 
and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions::
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
ItalicEmphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
BoldUser input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
italicURL links
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Wa r n in g :  Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the 
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•Scope. This manual is written for the WG102 Access Point according to these specifications:
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the 
NETGEAR website in 
Appendix B, “Related Documents.”
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
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at a time.
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Double-click a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is 
described in the manual.
•A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product 
model.
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How to Print This Manual
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•Printing a page from HTML. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to 
a major topic. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print the page contents. 
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you want to print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a 
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Revision History
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save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
Part NumberVe r s i o n 
NumberDateDescription
202-10144-021.0July 2008New firmware
202-10144-011.0July 2006Original Publication 
						

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Chapter 1 
Basic Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to set up your NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access 
Point for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 
802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as connect to the Internet, or access printers 
and files on your LAN.
System Requirements
Before installing the WG102, make sure your system meets these requirements:
• A 10/100 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub or switch.
• The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the 
package, or one like it
• A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source.
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or 
Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above.
• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed.
• 802.11g or 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR WG511 Wireless Adapter.
What Is In the Box?
The product package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point.
• Power adapter and cord.
• Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable.
• 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point Installation Guide WG102.
•Resource CD.
• Installation Guide for the NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point. 
						

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• Support Registration card.
Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any missing or damaged parts. 
See the Support Information Card for the telephone number of customer support in your area. You 
should keep the Support Information card, along with the original packing materials, and use the 
packing materials to repack the WG102 if you need to return it for repair. To qualify for product 
updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on the NETGEAR Web 
site at: 
http://www.NETGEAR.com.
Hardware Description
The NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point front and rear hardware functions 
are described below.
Front Panel
Viewed from left to right, the WG102 has these four status LEDs: PWR, TEST, LAN, and WLAN. 
Figure 1-1
LEDDescription
PWRPower Indicator
OffNo power. If this LED does not come on with the power adapter and 
cord correctly installed, see 
Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting.
OnPower is on.
TESTSelf Test Indicator
BlinkIndicates self test, loading software, or system fault (if continues).
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Rear Panel
Viewed from left to right, the back of the WG102 provides the following:
1. Detachable antenna.
2. Ground.
3. Reset button. This restores the default factory settings.
4. RJ-45 Ethernet LAN/POE Port. Use the WG102 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet 
LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or Power Over Ethernet (POE) switch.
5. Power socket. This connects to the WG102 power adapter.
Cabling Requirements
The WG102 Access Point connects to your LAN via twisted-pair Category 5 Ethernet cable with 
RJ-45 connectors.
LAN Ethernet link indicator
OffNo connection detected on the Ethernet link
Amber On10 Mbps Ethernet link detected
Amber FlashingData is being transmitted or received on the 10 Mbps Ethernet link
Green On100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected.
Green FlashingData is being transmitted or received on the 100 Mbps Ethernet link
WLANWireless LAN Link Activity Indicator
OffNo wireless link activity.
Green BlinkWireless link activity.
Figure 1-2
LEDDescription
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Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines
The range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the location of the wireless 
access point. The latency, data throughput performance, and notebook power consumption of 
wireless adapters also vary depending on your configuration choices.
For best results, place your wireless access point:
• Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate. In an elevated location such as a 
high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of-sight access (even through walls).
• Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones, 
large metal surfaces, or water.
• Putting the antenna in a vertical position provides best side-to-side coverage. Putting the 
antenna in a horizontal position provides best up-and-down coverage. 
• If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different radio 
frequency Channels to reduce interference. The recommended Channel spacing between 
adjacent access points is five Channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security 
settings, and placement. 
Installing the WG102 Access Point
Before installing the WG102 Access Point, make sure that your Ethernet network is up and 
working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network. Then computers with 
802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters will be able to communicate with the Ethernet network. In 
order for this to work correctly, verify that you have met all of the system requirements, shown in 
“System Requirements” on page 1-1.
Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation 
or inability to wirelessly connect to the WG102. For complete performance 
specifications, see 
Appendix A, “Factory Default Settings and Specifications”.