Netgear WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point

NETGEAR Updated: 2008-09-26 RSS
Netgear WG102 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point

Intelligent Networking Features for a Scalable, Secure Solution
NETGEAR's ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG102 delivers the secure, reliable, high-performance wireless local area networks (WLANs) today's mobile workforce demands. This powerful device provides the industry standard access to corporate network resources, email and the Internet and includes support for MBSSID/VLANs, to enable more granular access to the network. Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11g, (2.4 GHz), it can also be set for dynamic 108 Mbps 802.11g. With its robust security measures, simplified management and configuration, SNMP support, integrated IEEE 802.3af power over Ethernet (PoE), and WiFi certification, the WG102 brings standards-based enterprise-level functionality at a mid-market price.

Secure
Complies with industry security standards for wireless data encryption, and user authorization. WPA2-Enterprise (802.11i) provides enhanced, interoperable wireless networking security. WPA2 and 802.1x support enables strong mutual authentication to ensure that only legitimate clients associate with corporate RADIUS servers. Supports MAC address authentication with 128-user access control list (ACL) and VPN pass-through. The WG102 provides support for multiple Basic Service Set Identifiers (BSSID) and virtual LANs (VLANs). You can configure combination of VLANS and BSSIDS to provide stronger or less restrictive access to the network according to your requirements. For example visitors could be given wireless access for the Internet, but could be excluded from any access to the internal network.

Far Reaching
The WG102 supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS) in several modes to enable wireless networks to extend over large areas without wires. Bridge-to-bridge mode can connect two wired networks across a street while repeater mode can extend wireless access to additional clients where a relay AP repeats signals from a base AP to distant clients. The detachable antenna enables replacement antennas for mounting flexibility or directional signal shaping.

Flexible
Cost-effective, compact, and simple to install and use. Integrated PoE support expands installation options by eliminating the need to locate near a power outlet. WiFi certified and plenum-rated for appropriate placement above drop-down ceilings and under raised floors. Supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and optimized for NETGEAR ProSafe Network Management System NMS100. It can be converted to a light AP managed by NETGEAR's Smart Wireless Controller (WFS709TP) for an upgrade of the network to a controller-based wireless architecture. Equipped with convenient Smart Wizard™ browser-based interface. Fitted with one powerful detachable 5 dBi antenna and compatible with NETGEAR's ProSafe 2.4 GHz antennas for expanded wireless capacity and range. Protected with a NETGEAR Lifetime Warranty.

Wireless
* Standard: IEEE 802.11g 54 Mbps
* Antennas: One (1) 5 dBi detachable 2.4 GHz

Physical Interfaces
* LAN Port: One (1) 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45) port with Auto Uplink™ (Auto MDI-X) with IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) support
* Four (4) LEDs: Power, test, 100 Mbps, Link/ACT, and WLAN 802.11g
* Antenna Connector: One (1) reverse SMA

Network Management
* Remote configuration and management through Web browser
* SNMP management supports private MIB

Advanced Wireless Features
* WDS point-to-point wireless bridge mode
* WDS point-to-multipoint wireless bridge mode
* WDS point repeater mode
* Adjustable Transmit Power Control (TPC) from 100 mW down to 0 mW

Typical Maximum Power Output
* 802.11b mode, 1 to 11 Mbps +19 dBm
* 802.11g mode, 6 to 24 Mbps +18 dBm
* 802.11g mode, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps +17/16/16 dBm

Receive Sensitivity
* 802.11b
1 Mbps -93 dBm
2 Mbps -91 dBm
5.5 Mbps -89 dBm
11 Mbps -87 dBm
* 802.11g
6 Mbps -89 dBm
9 Mbps -88 dBm
12 Mbps -97 dBm
18 Mbps -85 dBm
24 Mbps -82 dBm
36 Mbps -79 dBm
48 Mbps -75 dBm
54 Mbps -73 dBm
108 Mbps -71 dBm

Power Consumption
* Power adapter: Output 12V DC, 1.2A; plug is localized to country of sale
* PoE power consumption: Up to 4.3W

Security
* Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WPA2-Enterprise) and 802.11i
* Block SSID broadcast
* VPN pass-through support
* MAC address filtering with access control lists – up to 128 users
* 802.1x RADIUS support with EAP TLS, TTLS, PEAP
* Ability to configure 8 BSSIDs and VLANs to provide more granular access to the network based upon user type

Standards, Safety and Electromagnetic Conformance
* IEEE 802.11g (2.4 GHz frequency band, DSSS modulation type)
* IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE)
* FCC Part 15 Subpart B and Subpart C
* CE EN 60950-1 (2001), EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002), EN 301 489-1 V1.4.1 (2002), EN 300 328-1 (2001-12), EN 300 328-2 (2001-12), R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC, CISPR 22(B), AS/NZS 3548 (B)
* Plenum rated

Physical Specifications
* Dimensions: (w x d x h) 14.1 x 10 x 2.7 cm (5.56 x 3.94 x 1.06 in)
* Weight: 386 g (.85 lb)

Environmental Specifications
* Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
* Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing