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Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Contents Introduction Overview Wireless Networking Overview A Look at the Hardware Installation and Configuration Configuration of the Access Point Connecting the Access Point to the network How to obtain - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 2
: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Overview Wireless Networking Overview A Look at the Hardware Overview The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is an 802.11b/g wireless access point that allows wireless clients access to a corporate network. The Access Point can - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 3
The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports up to 64 wireless clients. It runs at speeds up to 54 Megabits per second (Mbps), and the LAN (wired) port runs at 10/100 Mbps. The maximum distance between the Access Point and each Wireless computer is 300 feet. This distance may be less - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 4
Back to Contents Page Wireless Networking Overview: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Identifying a WLAN Encryption Automatic Rate Selection and Rate Scaling Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) A Local Area Network (LAN) is a network in one - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 5
have the correct encryption key. The longer the key is, the stronger the encryption. The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports both Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). WEP WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) provides a way of creating an encrypted key that is - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 6
ensures only authorized users can access the network. The 802.1x protocols supported by the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point are PEAP, TTLS & TLS. In enterprises, WPA will be used in conjunction with both a wireless router and authentication server. In a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 7
Back to Contents Page A Look at the Hardware: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Front Panel Back Panel Front Panel The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has three Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), or link lights, on its front side. The following table defines the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 8
. The rate of blinking will vary with the rate of data transfer. It turns off when no wireless clients are associated with the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Ethernet Intranet A steady green light indicates the connection is active, and blinks with data activity. Back to Top - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 9
Page Installation and Configuration: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Configuration of the Access Point Connecting the Access Point to the network How to obtain the IP address of the Access Point Setting Wireless Encryption in Your Access Point Turning Off Broadcast SSID - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 10
of the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. NOTE:Advanced users can configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 11
address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 7. Input your IP address and Sumnet mask in the appropriate fields. (The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range (e.g. 192.168.2.3 or 192.168.2.4). The subnet mask must be the same for all computers on the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 12
you follow the instructions in the Quick Start Guide on connecting the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to the network. The following are the relevant steps on connecting the access point to your network. 1. Find the optimum location for your Access Point. The Access Point should be - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 13
Contents Page How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point To browse to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point's web-based configuration tool, you must known the access point's IP address. The IP address of the access point can be either a static IP address or a dynamically assigned - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 14
of a WPA-enabled software update for your wireless client at http://support.dell.com. The WPA-802.1x protocols supported by the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point are PEAP, TTLS & TLS. 1. Log into the web configuration of your access point using it's IP address (for information on - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 15
and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. 2. The Radius Server IP, Radius Server Port and Shared Secret fields required . NOTE:The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point offers three ways to set the wireless encryption in your router. One is the Wireless Security feature in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 16
IP address see How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point). The Enter Network Password login prompt appears. 2. Type the following text in the user name and password fields: "admin". 3. Click Advanced Settings and then select Advanced Wireless from the drop down menu. 4. Check Yes for Hide my - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 17
and Printer Sharing Sharing a printer Sharing files Installing the File & Printer Sharing Follow the instructions below to install the file and printer sharing service. For Windows 2000 and XP 1. Right-click the My Network Places icon (on the desktop in Windows 2000 and in the Start button menu in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 18
Click the Browse button and click to select the shared printer. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. Sharing files You can share files on your computer so that users on other computers on your network can view them. 1. In Microsoft Windows Explorer, right-click on the file, folder, or - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 19
to Contents Page How to setup wireless clients to connect to the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you connect wireless clients to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point using the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. Back to Top Back to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 20
Control Utility on your computer and 4) provide links to the user's guide and the Dell support website. Control Utility: Control Utility is a Windows-based software program included on your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. This utility can be installed on your computer by choosing - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 21
Back to Contents Page Factory Default Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Access Network Access Point User's Guide Dell pre-configures the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the following settings: NOTE:If you lose track of the device settings, you can reset the router by pushing the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 22
will display troubleshooting instructions to guide you through the configuration process. In addition, the Setup Wizard also supports the installation of the Control Utility and provides links to the user's guide on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD and the Dell support website - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 23
your access point to the network, it's wireless and security parameters need to be configured. · Connect Wireless Computer Configure wireless computers to connect to the wireless network. · Install Control Utility Install the Control Utility on a computer · User's Guide View - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 24
and follow the steps described below. Step 1 illustrates how the computer is to be connected to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Configure AP: Step 1 Step 2 illustrates how the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is connected to the power supply. Configure AP: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 25
Step 3 informs the user that you need to assign your computer a static IP address within the same range as the access point. . Configure AP: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 26
Step 4 gives the user the option to change the wireless network's SSID and channel number. Configure AP: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 27
Step 5 gives the user the option to enable WEP wireless encryption and to specify the WEP encryption key values. Configure AP: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 28
Step 6 gives the user the option to either change the static IP address or set the access point as a DHCP client. Configure AP: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 29
Step 7 informs the user to wait until the Access Point configuration is finished. Configure AP: Step 7 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 30
. Step 8 is a congratulations screen if the user has successfully configured the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Configure AP: Step 8 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 31
Step 9 is an optional screen that displays the configuration settings chosen by the user. Configure AP: Step 9 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 32
place the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD into each computer and run the Setup Wizard. Click Connect Wireless Computer to add each wireless computer to your network. Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP (No Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 33
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 34
Step 3 guides the user through using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 35
Step 4 guides the user through the remaining steps in using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 36
Step 5 informs the user to wait while the wireless client configuration is being verified. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 37
Step 6 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 38
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP (WEP Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 39
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 40
Step 3 asks the user to enter the WEP key of the wireless network that they wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 41
Step 4 guides the user through using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 42
Step 5 guides the user through the remaining steps in using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 43
Step 6 informs the user to wait while the wireless client configuration is being verified. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 44
Step 7 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 7 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 45
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP SP2 (No Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 46
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 47
Step 3 informs the user to wait while the wireless client is being configured to join the network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 48
Step 4 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 49
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP SP2 (WEP Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 50
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 51
Step 3 asks the user to enter the WEP key of the wireless network that they wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 52
Step 4 informs the user to wait while the wireless client is being configured to join the network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 53
Step 5 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 54
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From the main menu, click the Install Control Utility button. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Back to Top Uninstall the Control Utility 1. If the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point icon is displayed in the system tray in the lower right corner of the screen, right - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 56
launches it will connect to the last access point configured. If you wish to configure an alternative Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point on the network, then follow the instructions below. 1. Start the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point Control Utility. 2. In the My - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 57
4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Overview Basic Settings Device Status System Tools Advanced Settings Log Off Overview The web-based configuration tool enables you to set up advanced network configuration for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Follow the instructions - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 58
Back to Top Log Off The Log Off button logs the user off the web based configuration tool. This configuration tool only allows access to one user at a time. Back to Top Back to Contents Page - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 59
include the following: Using the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point equipment on board airplanes, or Using the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 60
: · Europe: 13 (1-13) · US: 11 (1-11 ) · France: 2 (10-11 ) · Japan: 11 (1-13 ) · Taiwan: 11 (1-11) Mobility: Seamless roaming across cell boundaries with handover Supported bit rates: For 802.11g: · 54 Mbps · 48 Mbps · 36 Mbps · 24 Mbps · 18 Mbps · 12 Mbps · 9 Mbps · 6 Mbps For 802.11b: · 11 Mbps - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 61
Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions regulatory information, documentation, and other updates, please visit the Dell website at support.dell.com. Canada -- Industry Canada (IC) This device complies - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 62
for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) NOTE:Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point transmits less than 100 mW, but more than 10 mW. equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, the equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications. - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 63
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Access Point to a wired network? Software Configuration Wireless Attributes Supported Features Troubleshooting Other Glossary Back to Contents How do I install the Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point for optimal coverage? Each Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 74
Access Point An Access Point is a device on the wireless network that receives and retransmits data. It allows computers with wireless network adapters to be connected, typically, to an Ethernet network. Client A client is a computer on a network. Domain Name System (or Service) (DNS) DNS is an - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 75
IP address. For the Dell Wireless 2350 Broadband Router, there is Network (LAN) A LAN is a network in one location. The network lets users at that location share files, printers and other services. See WAN. Network Adapter A network network interface cards, or NICs. Network Name (SSID) Access Points - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 76
Service Set Identifier (BSSID). The BSSID is the MAC address of a wireless adapter or Access Point. Port A port is a connector on a networking device used to attach the network Internet. TCP determines how a computer breaks up data into small units, called "packets," to be sent to another computer - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 77
Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Contents Introduction Overview Wireless Networking Overview A Look at the Hardware Installation and Configuration Configuration of the Access Point Connecting the Access Point to the network How to obtain - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 78
Back to Contents Page Wireless Networking Overview: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Identifying a WLAN Encryption Automatic Rate Selection and Rate Scaling Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) A Local Area Network (LAN) is a network in one - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 79
have the correct encryption key. The longer the key is, the stronger the encryption. The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports both Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). WEP WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) provides a way of creating an encrypted key that is - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 80
ensures only authorized users can access the network. The 802.1x protocols supported by the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point are PEAP, TTLS & TLS. In enterprises, WPA will be used in conjunction with both a wireless router and authentication server. In a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 81
Back to Contents Page A Look at the Hardware: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Front Panel Back Panel Front Panel The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has three Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), or link lights, on its front side. The following table defines the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 82
. The rate of blinking will vary with the rate of data transfer. It turns off when no wireless clients are associated with the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Ethernet Intranet A steady green light indicates the connection is active, and blinks with data activity. Back to Top - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 83
: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Overview Wireless Networking Overview A Look at the Hardware Overview The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is an 802.11b/g wireless access point that allows wireless clients access to a corporate network. The Access Point can - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 84
The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports up to 64 wireless clients. It runs at speeds up to 54 Megabits per second (Mbps), and the LAN (wired) port runs at 10/100 Mbps. The maximum distance between the Access Point and each Wireless computer is 300 feet. This distance may be less - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 85
of the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. NOTE:Advanced users can configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 86
address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 7. Input your IP address and Sumnet mask in the appropriate fields. (The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range (e.g. 192.168.2.3 or 192.168.2.4). The subnet mask must be the same for all computers on the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 87
you follow the instructions in the Quick Start Guide on connecting the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to the network. The following are the relevant steps on connecting the access point to your network. 1. Find the optimum location for your Access Point. The Access Point should be - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 88
Contents Page How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point To browse to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point's web-based configuration tool, you must known the access point's IP address. The IP address of the access point can be either a static IP address or a dynamically assigned - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 89
of a WPA-enabled software update for your wireless client at http://support.dell.com. The WPA-802.1x protocols supported by the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point are PEAP, TTLS & TLS. 1. Log into the web configuration of your access point using it's IP address (for information on - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 90
and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. 2. The Radius Server IP, Radius Server Port and Shared Secret fields required . NOTE:The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point offers three ways to set the wireless encryption in your router. One is the Wireless Security feature in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 91
IP address see How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point). The Enter Network Password login prompt appears. 2. Type the following text in the user name and password fields: "admin". 3. Click Advanced Settings and then select Advanced Wireless from the drop down menu. 4. Check Yes for Hide my - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 92
and Printer Sharing Sharing a printer Sharing files Installing the File & Printer Sharing Follow the instructions below to install the file and printer sharing service. For Windows 2000 and XP 1. Right-click the My Network Places icon (on the desktop in Windows 2000 and in the Start button menu in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 93
Click the Browse button and click to select the shared printer. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. Sharing files You can share files on your computer so that users on other computers on your network can view them. 1. In Microsoft Windows Explorer, right-click on the file, folder, or - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 94
to Contents Page How to setup wireless clients to connect to the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you connect wireless clients to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point using the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. Back to Top Back to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 95
Page Installation and Configuration: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Configuration of the Access Point Connecting the Access Point to the network How to obtain the IP address of the Access Point Setting Wireless Encryption in Your Access Point Turning Off Broadcast SSID - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 96
to Contents Page How to Configure the Access Point via the Control Utility: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide My Network Overview Wireless Settings Network Access Control Administration Diagnostics Advanced Settings My Network Overview This screen provides information about - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 97
the user to manage multiple Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points on the network by allowing the user to configure an alternative access point to the default access point presented by the Control Utility. To configure an alternative access point, perform the following steps: 1. Click - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 98
Saves current settings Restore Restores previous settings. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has an advanced security mechanism. It ensures the confidentiality of data, and also guards data against being modified. If you want to enable the security - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 99
WPA-PSK WPA-PSK Settings Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is an upgrade to the WEP standard for securing your wireless network. If you would like to secure your wireless network using WPA, you must have WPA support for your wireless clients. If you are using a Dell wireless client, you can check for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 100
regarding the Radius authentication server can be obtained from the network administrator WPA Encryption WPA Encryption allows you to select one of two possible encryption methods-TKIP and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. Back to Top Network Access Control · Add Adds - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 101
control which local client computer is allowed to access the network through the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point based on the client computer's MAC address. The default setting is to allow any client computer to access the network through the access point. There are two options for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 102
address (for example, 00:11:22:33:44:55) that you want to grant or deny access in the Host MAC box. 5. Click the OK button to apply, or click the Cancel current settings as a .pro file. · Load System Configuration Manually Loads the backup file to restore previously saved settings. · - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 103
Control Utility on Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points. NOTE:Do not instructed to upgrade the firmware, click the Upgrade to New Firmware button. It will connect to the Dell website to upgrade to the latest firmware release. It is unnecessary to upgrade the firmware if your access point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 104
Diagnostics button on the bottom of the screen. When the detection is done, the screen will display either a PASS! or FAIL! message indicating whether the access point is connected to a network or not. Back to Top Advanced Settings Advanced Settings - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 105
To configure the advanced settings of the access point, click the Login button to log in to the web-based configuration tool. The web-based configuration tool allows you to set up advanced network configurations for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Back to Top Back to Contents - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 106
Back to Contents Page Factory Default Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Access Network Access Point User's Guide Dell pre-configures the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the following settings: NOTE:If you lose track of the device settings, you can reset the router by pushing the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 107
will display troubleshooting instructions to guide you through the configuration process. In addition, the Setup Wizard also supports the installation of the Control Utility and provides links to the user's guide on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD and the Dell support website - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 108
your access point to the network, it's wireless and security parameters need to be configured. · Connect Wireless Computer Configure wireless computers to connect to the wireless network. · Install Control Utility Install the Control Utility on a computer · User's Guide View - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 109
and follow the steps described below. Step 1 illustrates how the computer is to be connected to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Configure AP: Step 1 Step 2 illustrates how the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is connected to the power supply. Configure AP: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 110
Step 3 informs the user that you need to assign your computer a static IP address within the same range as the access point. . Configure AP: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 111
Step 4 gives the user the option to change the wireless network's SSID and channel number. Configure AP: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 112
Step 5 gives the user the option to enable WEP wireless encryption and to specify the WEP encryption key values. Configure AP: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 113
Step 6 gives the user the option to either change the static IP address or set the access point as a DHCP client. Configure AP: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 114
Step 7 informs the user to wait until the Access Point configuration is finished. Configure AP: Step 7 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 115
. Step 8 is a congratulations screen if the user has successfully configured the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Configure AP: Step 8 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 116
Step 9 is an optional screen that displays the configuration settings chosen by the user. Configure AP: Step 9 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 117
place the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD into each computer and run the Setup Wizard. Click Connect Wireless Computer to add each wireless computer to your network. Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP (No Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 118
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 119
Step 3 guides the user through using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 120
Step 4 guides the user through the remaining steps in using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 121
Step 5 informs the user to wait while the wireless client configuration is being verified. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 122
Step 6 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 123
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP (WEP Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 124
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 125
Step 3 asks the user to enter the WEP key of the wireless network that they wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 126
Step 4 guides the user through using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 127
Step 5 guides the user through the remaining steps in using the Windows wireless configuration utility to configure the wireless client. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 128
Step 6 informs the user to wait while the wireless client configuration is being verified. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 6 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 129
Step 7 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 7 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 130
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP SP2 (No Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 131
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 132
Step 3 informs the user to wait while the wireless client is being configured to join the network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 133
Step 4 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 134
Setup Wireless Computer - Win XP SP2 (WEP Encryption) Pressing the Setup Wireless Computer button displays instructions to connect computers to the network through a wireless connection. Step 1 asks the user to enter the SSID of the wireless network that you wish to connect to. Setup Wireless - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 135
Step 2 asks the user to wait while the Setup Wizard does a site survey scanning for the requested wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 2 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 136
Step 3 asks the user to enter the WEP key of the wireless network that they wish to connect to. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 3 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 137
Step 4 informs the user to wait while the wireless client is being configured to join the network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 4 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 138
Step 5 informs the user that the wireless client is successfully configured and is now on the wireless network. Setup Wireless Computer: Step 5 - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 139
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From the main menu, click the Install Control Utility button. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Back to Top Uninstall the Control Utility 1. If the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point icon is displayed in the system tray in the lower right corner of the screen, right - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 141
launches it will connect to the last access point configured. If you wish to configure an alternative Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point on the network, then follow the instructions below. 1. Start the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point Control Utility. 2. In the My - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 142
4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Overview Basic Settings Device Status System Tools Advanced Settings Log Off Overview The web-based configuration tool enables you to set up advanced network configuration for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Follow the instructions - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 143
Back to Top Log Off The Log Off button logs the user off the web based configuration tool. This configuration tool only allows access to one user at a time. Back to Top Back to Contents Page - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 144
Control Utility on your computer and 4) provide links to the user's guide and the Dell support website. Control Utility: Control Utility is a Windows-based software program included on your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. This utility can be installed on your computer by choosing - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 145
to Contents Page How to Configure the Access Point via the Control Utility: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide My Network Overview Wireless Settings Network Access Control Administration Diagnostics Advanced Settings My Network Overview This screen provides information about - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 146
the user to manage multiple Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points on the network by allowing the user to configure an alternative access point to the default access point presented by the Control Utility. To configure an alternative access point, perform the following steps: 1. Click - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 147
Saves current settings Restore Restores previous settings. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has an advanced security mechanism. It ensures the confidentiality of data, and also guards data against being modified. If you want to enable the security - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 148
WPA-PSK WPA-PSK Settings Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is an upgrade to the WEP standard for securing your wireless network. If you would like to secure your wireless network using WPA, you must have WPA support for your wireless clients. If you are using a Dell wireless client, you can check for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 149
regarding the Radius authentication server can be obtained from the network administrator WPA Encryption WPA Encryption allows you to select one of two possible encryption methods-TKIP and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. Back to Top Network Access Control · Add Adds - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 150
control which local client computer is allowed to access the network through the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point based on the client computer's MAC address. The default setting is to allow any client computer to access the network through the access point. There are two options for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 151
address (for example, 00:11:22:33:44:55) that you want to grant or deny access in the Host MAC box. 5. Click the OK button to apply, or click the Cancel current settings as a .pro file. · Load System Configuration Manually Loads the backup file to restore previously saved settings. · - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 152
Control Utility on Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points. NOTE:Do not instructed to upgrade the firmware, click the Upgrade to New Firmware button. It will connect to the Dell website to upgrade to the latest firmware release. It is unnecessary to upgrade the firmware if your access point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 153
Diagnostics button on the bottom of the screen. When the detection is done, the screen will display either a PASS! or FAIL! message indicating whether the access point is connected to a network or not. Back to Top Advanced Settings Advanced Settings - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 154
To configure the advanced settings of the access point, click the Login button to log in to the web-based configuration tool. The web-based configuration tool allows you to set up advanced network configurations for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Back to Top Back to Contents - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 155
Back to Contents Page Basic Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide The following configuration options are included in Basic Settings: General Settings Wireless Settings Wireless Security Save & Apply NOTE:To implement the changes you make to the settings, you must - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 156
Host Name is the network name that the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point will have on a network. Back to Top Wireless Settings Wireless Settings NOTE:You must change each client's wireless adapter settings to match the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point settings. Use the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 157
Data encryption provides added security by encoding network communications using an encryption key. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point, in conjunction with wireless network adapters that support encryption, can scramble your transmitted data to make it difficult for someone to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 158
Office/Home Office (SOHO) environment, where there is no authentication server, users can use pre-shared key (PSK) mode in place of the authentication server The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point offers both WPA running in PSK mode and WPA with 802.1x authentication. WPA Pre-shared Key - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 159
be used if your wireless clients do not support TKIP. WPA PSK WPA 802.1x WPA-802.1x requires the network to have an authentication server. All wireless clients must have an authentication certificate in order to gain access to the network Radius Server IP, Radius Server Port and Shared Secret The - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 160
if your wireless clients do not support TKIP. WPA 802.1x Back to Top Save & Apply Use the Save & Apply page to submit all the network setting changes you have made. Click the Save & Restart button to update the network configurations for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The new - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 161
Back to Top Back to Contents Page - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 162
Back to Contents Page Device Status: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide The Device Status screen displays the basic network settings for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. When changes are made to the network settings, those changes are updated on this - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 163
currently installed on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point The radio channel on which the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is communicating on the air A unique network name that identifies the wireless network. It is also known as SSID (Service Set Identifer). When - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 164
Back to Contents Page System Tools: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Use the System Tools section to view the intruder detection log, the network activity log, system statistics and system diagnostics regarding the device. The System Tools section also includes features to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 165
allow the user to see transmitted and received traffic from the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to the network. Back to Top Import/Export Settings Import/Export Settings The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point allows the user to save the current configurations settings into - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 166
restart after loading the imported settings. NOTE:The configuration settings files can only be used by a web browser utility on Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points. NOTE:Do not use the web browser utility to import configurations settings files created by the windows-based Control Utility - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 167
more than 5 seconds (for more details, refer to A Look at the Hardware). NOTICE:Loading the default settings option will cause the current settings for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to be lost. Load Default Settings Click the Start button to reload the default settings. - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 168
your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The Upgrade firmware page supports two methods for upgrading the firmware onto the access point (a) local file upgrade (b) Internet file upgrade. NOTE:Make sure the file you choose is an actual Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point firmware - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 169
choose is an actual Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point firmware file. NOTE:Dell does not recommend upgrading the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point from a wireless client. Dell recommends connecting to your Dell Wireless access point with a wired network connection to perform - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 170
Page Advanced Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Time Zone Advanced Wireless Access Control Settings Administration Settings Wired Settings SSID Manager SNMP Rogue AP Detection NOTE:Dell technical support representatives do not support the configuration options - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 171
used to configure advanced wireless features in the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Enable Wireless This setting enables radio transmission and reception on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point allowing wireless clients to connect to the access point. Click Yes to allow - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 172
clients. Select 802.11g if the access point is to support only 802.11g compatible wireless clients. Network Name(SSID) This setting allows the user to change the Network Name (SSID) of the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a 32-character name - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 173
can be used to increase the coverage of your wireless network. You need two or more Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to set up wireless repeating. The access point that is connected to the network is known as the "root AP", the access points that extend the coverage of this root AP are - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 174
control which local client computer is allowed to access the network through the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point based on the client computer's MAC address. The default setting is to allow any client computer to access the network through the access point. There are two tables for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 175
remove it. NOTE:The Access Control Settings apply to wireless client computers. Back to Top Administration Settings The Administration Settings page allows the user to change the password settings for administrator access to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Administration Settings - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 176
Password Settings The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point uses a password to authenticate the user before allowing the user access to the web configuration tool or Control Utility. If you would like to change the current password, click to select Change Your Password and enter - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 177
Name Server (DNS) as Manual and enter either one or two DMS server IP addresses in the corresponding fields. Back to Top SSID Manager The SSID Manager page allows the user to configure up to a maximum of three different SSID's that the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports. One - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 178
multiple SSID's (VLAN-aware network): In a VLAN-aware network, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point can support three SSID's (one of which is the Guest Access SSID). In this network, the user has the option of configuring VLAN tags to be associated with wireless traffic from each SSID - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 179
changing the appropriate fields. 5. Click Save & Restart to enable the Guest Access SSID NOTE:In order to support Guest Access mode, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point must be part of a VLAN-aware network. The VLAN aware router must implement the appropriate restrictions that are - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 180
about the occurrence of important events or conditions on the device. To enable SNMP Traps, click Enable SNMP Traps. 2. The access point supports SNMP version 1, version 2c and version 3 traps. Select the appropriate version for your management station in the SNMP Version list. 3. Enter - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 181
Detection feature is an advanced feature that is used by network administrators to scan for adjacent access points. A table of detected access points is presented to the administrator and a determination if any rogue access points are present on the network can be made by verifying the SSID and MAC - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 182
Enable Rogue AP Detection (Always-On). 2. Click the Scan Now button. NOTE:Any wireless stations that are associated to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point will loss connection to the access point during the scan interval. The Rogue AP detection parameters can be varied from their - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 183
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Small Network Access Point supports up to about a 150 to 200 foot radius, depending on obstacles and interference issues. For smaller installations a little experimentation provides good placement of the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Can the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 185
Installation Software Configuration: How can I manage the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point ? How do I locate the MAC address for the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point? Wireless Attributes Supported Features Troubleshooting Other Glossary Back to Contents - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 186
of the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point ? Does the signal travel through walls? What devices cause interference? Can I roam to another subnet with the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point ? How to turn Off Broadcast SSID? Supported Features Troubleshooting Other - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 187
the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point support MAC address filtering? Does the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point support Routing Information Protocol (RIP)? Can I operate the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point in a Macintosh environment? Troubleshooting Other - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 188
Wireless Attributes Supported Features Troubleshooting: My computer is not connected to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. What should I do? My browser does not display the web-based configuration tool. What should I do? The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 189
Supported Features Troubleshooting Other: How do I find out about firmware upgrades? What is the actual speed throughput for the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point ? Are there any known health issues caused by Radio Frequency (RF) transmission from the Dell Wireless 4350 Small - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 190
Glossary Access Point Client Domain Name System (or Service) (DNS) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Encryption Ethernet Ethernet Address (MAC Address) Host Internet Protocol (IP) IP Address Link Light Local Area Network (LAN) Network Adapter Network Name (SSID) Port Protocol Transmission - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 191
of the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. NOTE:Advanced users can configure the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point with the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 192
address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 7. Input your IP address and Sumnet mask in the appropriate fields. (The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range (e.g. 192.168.2.3 or 192.168.2.4). The subnet mask must be the same for all computers on the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 193
you follow the instructions in the Quick Start Guide on connecting the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to the network. The following are the relevant steps on connecting the access point to your network. 1. Find the optimum location for your Access Point. The Access Point should be - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 194
of a WPA-enabled software update for your wireless client at http://support.dell.com. The WPA-802.1x protocols supported by the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point are PEAP, TTLS & TLS. 1. Log into the web configuration of your access point using it's IP address (for information on - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 195
and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. 2. The Radius Server IP, Radius Server Port and Shared Secret fields required . NOTE:The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point offers three ways to set the wireless encryption in your router. One is the Wireless Security feature in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 196
IP address see How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point). The Enter Network Password login prompt appears. 2. Type the following text in the user name and password fields: "admin". 3. Click Advanced Settings and then select Advanced Wireless from the drop down menu. 4. Check Yes for Hide my - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 197
and Printer Sharing Sharing a printer Sharing files Installing the File & Printer Sharing Follow the instructions below to install the file and printer sharing service. For Windows 2000 and XP 1. Right-click the My Network Places icon (on the desktop in Windows 2000 and in the Start button menu in - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 198
Click the Browse button and click to select the shared printer. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. Sharing files You can share files on your computer so that users on other computers on your network can view them. 1. In Microsoft Windows Explorer, right-click on the file, folder, or - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 199
to Contents Page How to setup wireless clients to connect to the Access Point NOTE:It is recommended that you connect wireless clients to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point using the Setup Wizard provided on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point CD. Back to Top Back to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 200
to Contents Page How to Configure the Access Point via the Control Utility: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide My Network Overview Wireless Settings Network Access Control Administration Diagnostics Advanced Settings My Network Overview This screen provides information about - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 201
the user to manage multiple Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points on the network by allowing the user to configure an alternative access point to the default access point presented by the Control Utility. To configure an alternative access point, perform the following steps: 1. Click - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 202
Saves current settings Restore Restores previous settings. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has an advanced security mechanism. It ensures the confidentiality of data, and also guards data against being modified. If you want to enable the security - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 203
WPA-PSK WPA-PSK Settings Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is an upgrade to the WEP standard for securing your wireless network. If you would like to secure your wireless network using WPA, you must have WPA support for your wireless clients. If you are using a Dell wireless client, you can check for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 204
regarding the Radius authentication server can be obtained from the network administrator WPA Encryption WPA Encryption allows you to select one of two possible encryption methods-TKIP and AES. Choose one that your wireless clients support. Back to Top Network Access Control · Add Adds - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 205
control which local client computer is allowed to access the network through the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point based on the client computer's MAC address. The default setting is to allow any client computer to access the network through the access point. There are two options for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 206
address (for example, 00:11:22:33:44:55) that you want to grant or deny access in the Host MAC box. 5. Click the OK button to apply, or click the Cancel current settings as a .pro file. · Load System Configuration Manually Loads the backup file to restore previously saved settings. · - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 207
Control Utility on Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points. NOTE:Do not instructed to upgrade the firmware, click the Upgrade to New Firmware button. It will connect to the Dell website to upgrade to the latest firmware release. It is unnecessary to upgrade the firmware if your access point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 208
Diagnostics button on the bottom of the screen. When the detection is done, the screen will display either a PASS! or FAIL! message indicating whether the access point is connected to a network or not. Back to Top Advanced Settings Advanced Settings - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 209
To configure the advanced settings of the access point, click the Login button to log in to the web-based configuration tool. The web-based configuration tool allows you to set up advanced network configurations for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Back to Top Back to Contents - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 210
Back to Contents Page Basic Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide The following configuration options are included in Basic Settings: General Settings Wireless Settings Wireless Security Save & Apply NOTE:To implement the changes you make to the settings, you must - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 211
Host Name is the network name that the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point will have on a network. Back to Top Wireless Settings Wireless Settings NOTE:You must change each client's wireless adapter settings to match the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point settings. Use the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 212
Data encryption provides added security by encoding network communications using an encryption key. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point, in conjunction with wireless network adapters that support encryption, can scramble your transmitted data to make it difficult for someone to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 213
Office/Home Office (SOHO) environment, where there is no authentication server, users can use pre-shared key (PSK) mode in place of the authentication server The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point offers both WPA running in PSK mode and WPA with 802.1x authentication. WPA Pre-shared Key - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 214
be used if your wireless clients do not support TKIP. WPA PSK WPA 802.1x WPA-802.1x requires the network to have an authentication server. All wireless clients must have an authentication certificate in order to gain access to the network Radius Server IP, Radius Server Port and Shared Secret The - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 215
if your wireless clients do not support TKIP. WPA 802.1x Back to Top Save & Apply Use the Save & Apply page to submit all the network setting changes you have made. Click the Save & Restart button to update the network configurations for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The new - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 216
Back to Top Back to Contents Page - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 217
Back to Contents Page Device Status: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide The Device Status screen displays the basic network settings for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. When changes are made to the network settings, those changes are updated on this - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 218
currently installed on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point The radio channel on which the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is communicating on the air A unique network name that identifies the wireless network. It is also known as SSID (Service Set Identifer). When - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 219
Back to Contents Page System Tools: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Use the System Tools section to view the intruder detection log, the network activity log, system statistics and system diagnostics regarding the device. The System Tools section also includes features to - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 220
allow the user to see transmitted and received traffic from the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to the network. Back to Top Import/Export Settings Import/Export Settings The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point allows the user to save the current configurations settings into - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 221
restart after loading the imported settings. NOTE:The configuration settings files can only be used by a web browser utility on Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Points. NOTE:Do not use the web browser utility to import configurations settings files created by the windows-based Control Utility - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 222
more than 5 seconds (for more details, refer to A Look at the Hardware). NOTICE:Loading the default settings option will cause the current settings for your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to be lost. Load Default Settings Click the Start button to reload the default settings. - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 223
your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The Upgrade firmware page supports two methods for upgrading the firmware onto the access point (a) local file upgrade (b) Internet file upgrade. NOTE:Make sure the file you choose is an actual Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point firmware - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 224
choose is an actual Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point firmware file. NOTE:Dell does not recommend upgrading the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point from a wireless client. Dell recommends connecting to your Dell Wireless access point with a wired network connection to perform - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 225
Page Advanced Settings: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Time Zone Advanced Wireless Access Control Settings Administration Settings Wired Settings SSID Manager SNMP Rogue AP Detection NOTE:Dell technical support representatives do not support the configuration options - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 226
used to configure advanced wireless features in the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Enable Wireless This setting enables radio transmission and reception on the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point allowing wireless clients to connect to the access point. Click Yes to allow - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 227
clients. Select 802.11g if the access point is to support only 802.11g compatible wireless clients. Network Name(SSID) This setting allows the user to change the Network Name (SSID) of the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a 32-character name - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 228
can be used to increase the coverage of your wireless network. You need two or more Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to set up wireless repeating. The access point that is connected to the network is known as the "root AP", the access points that extend the coverage of this root AP are - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 229
control which local client computer is allowed to access the network through the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point based on the client computer's MAC address. The default setting is to allow any client computer to access the network through the access point. There are two tables for the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 230
remove it. NOTE:The Access Control Settings apply to wireless client computers. Back to Top Administration Settings The Administration Settings page allows the user to change the password settings for administrator access to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Administration Settings - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 231
Password Settings The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point uses a password to authenticate the user before allowing the user access to the web configuration tool or Control Utility. If you would like to change the current password, click to select Change Your Password and enter - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 232
Name Server (DNS) as Manual and enter either one or two DMS server IP addresses in the corresponding fields. Back to Top SSID Manager The SSID Manager page allows the user to configure up to a maximum of three different SSID's that the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports. One - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 233
multiple SSID's (VLAN-aware network): In a VLAN-aware network, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point can support three SSID's (one of which is the Guest Access SSID). In this network, the user has the option of configuring VLAN tags to be associated with wireless traffic from each SSID - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 234
changing the appropriate fields. 5. Click Save & Restart to enable the Guest Access SSID NOTE:In order to support Guest Access mode, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point must be part of a VLAN-aware network. The VLAN aware router must implement the appropriate restrictions that are - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 235
about the occurrence of important events or conditions on the device. To enable SNMP Traps, click Enable SNMP Traps. 2. The access point supports SNMP version 1, version 2c and version 3 traps. Select the appropriate version for your management station in the SNMP Version list. 3. Enter - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 236
Detection feature is an advanced feature that is used by network administrators to scan for adjacent access points. A table of detected access points is presented to the administrator and a determination if any rogue access points are present on the network can be made by verifying the SSID and MAC - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 237
Enable Rogue AP Detection (Always-On). 2. Click the Scan Now button. NOTE:Any wireless stations that are associated to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point will loss connection to the access point during the scan interval. The Rogue AP detection parameters can be varied from their - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 238
Back to Contents Page - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 239
Back to Contents Page A Look at the Hardware: Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point User's Guide Front Panel Back Panel Front Panel The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point has three Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), or link lights, on its front side. The following table defines the - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 240
. The rate of blinking will vary with the rate of data transfer. It turns off when no wireless clients are associated with the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Ethernet Intranet A steady green light indicates the connection is active, and blinks with data activity. Back to Top - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 241
? Can the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point attach to a hub, switch, or router? What is the physical connection from the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to a wired network? Software Configuration Wireless Attributes Supported Features Troubleshooting Other - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 242
the Managing your Access Point section of the User's Guide. How do I locate the MAC address for the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point? There are two methods of determining the MAC address of the LAN/Ethernet port of the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. (1) Click the Device - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 243
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at 2.4 GHz and do not cause interference. Proper placement of access points usually eliminates interference problems created by other 2.4 GHz devices. Can I roam to another subnet with the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point? In order to roam to another subnet, consider implementing - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 245
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Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point support multiple SSID's? Yes, you can use the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point to support multiple wireless networks on a single access point. However, In order to support multiple SSID's, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 247
the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point support MAC address filtering? Yes, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point supports MAC address filtering. Does the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point support Routing Information Protocol (RIP)? No, the Dell Wireless 4350 Small - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 248
is not connected to the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. What should I do? 1. Make sure that you have the same SSID (network name) and security settings on your computer as the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. The default SSID (network name) is wireless (the name is - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 249
automatically option. If you are using a manually assigned IP address for the client, the IP address for the client must be on the same subnet as the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point: 1. Follow the instructions above to access the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 250
I cannot hide my wireless network, what should I do? 1. Open your web browser and log into your access point using it's IP address (for information on obtaining the Access Point's IP address see How to obtain the IP Address of the Access Point). The Enter Network Password login prompt appears. - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 251
are posted on the Web. To download the latest firmware, go to the Dell support website: support.dell.com. NOTE: You can only use firmware designed specifically for the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point. Use the Upgrade Firmware page on the web-based configuration tool once you have - Dell TrueMobile 4350 | Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access PointU - Page 252
How can I find additional information? For additional information, including international telecommunication certificates and customer support, visit support.dell.com.
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Dell™ Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point
User's Guide
Contents
Introduction
Overview
Wireless Networking Overview
A Look at the Hardware
Installation and Configuration
Configuration of the Access Point
Connecting the Access Point to the network
How to obtain the IP address of the Access Point
Setting Wireless Encryption in Your Access Point
Turning Off Broadcast SSID
Setting Up File and Printer Sharing
How to setup wireless clients to connect to the Access Point
Using Your Access Point
Overview
Factory Default Settings
Setup Wizard
Control Utility
Web-Based Configuration Tool
Technical Specifications and Regulatory Information
Technical Specifications
Regulatory Information
Limited Warranties and Return Policy
FAQs
Glossary
Online Customer Support
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2004 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
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Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or
their products. Dell disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
P/N G7992 Revision A00, Sept. 2004