This document provides information about setting up a wireless local area network (WLAN). It discusses the key components needed which include a broadband internet connection, wireless router, and wireless network adapters. The benefits of a wireless network are also outlined such as convenience, mobility, productivity, easy setup and expandability. The document then provides step-by-step instructions for configuring a wireless router, including resetting the router, connecting your computer to the router, accessing the router settings, configuring the wireless network name and security settings. Other tips for router setup involve choosing a router location, checking LED lights, testing the connection, using any app or web dashboard and updating the router firmware.
This document provides information about setting up a wireless local area network (WLAN). It discusses the key components needed which include a broadband internet connection, wireless router, and wireless network adapters. The benefits of a wireless network are also outlined such as convenience, mobility, productivity, easy setup and expandability. The document then provides step-by-step instructions for configuring a wireless router, including resetting the router, connecting your computer to the router, accessing the router settings, configuring the wireless network name and security settings. Other tips for router setup involve choosing a router location, checking LED lights, testing the connection, using any app or web dashboard and updating the router firmware.
This document provides information about setting up a wireless local area network (WLAN). It discusses the key components needed which include a broadband internet connection, wireless router, and wireless network adapters. The benefits of a wireless network are also outlined such as convenience, mobility, productivity, easy setup and expandability. The document then provides step-by-step instructions for configuring a wireless router, including resetting the router, connecting your computer to the router, accessing the router settings, configuring the wireless network name and security settings. Other tips for router setup involve choosing a router location, checking LED lights, testing the connection, using any app or web dashboard and updating the router firmware.
This document provides information about setting up a wireless local area network (WLAN). It discusses the key components needed which include a broadband internet connection, wireless router, and wireless network adapters. The benefits of a wireless network are also outlined such as convenience, mobility, productivity, easy setup and expandability. The document then provides step-by-step instructions for configuring a wireless router, including resetting the router, connecting your computer to the router, accessing the router settings, configuring the wireless network name and security settings. Other tips for router setup involve choosing a router location, checking LED lights, testing the connection, using any app or web dashboard and updating the router firmware.
Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on the separate sheet of paper. 1. It consists of several devices (the clients) connected to a central server. a. A client/server LAN c. Router b. Gateway d. Peer to peer 2. It is a hardware device that acts as a "gate" between two networks.? a. A client/server LAN c. Router b. Gateway d. Peer to peer 3. On this type of connection each device shares equally in the functioning of the network. a. A client/server LAN c. Router b. Gateway d. Peer to peer 4. More advanced type of gateway, which filters inbound and outbound traffic, disallowing incoming data from suspicious or unauthorized sources. a. A client/server LAN c. Firewall b. Gateway d. proxy server 5. Another type of gateway that uses a combination of hardware and software to filter traffic between two networks. a. A client/server LAN c. Firewall b. Gateway d. proxy server
Let’s Understand (Study the Concept)
What is a wireless local-area network (WLAN) A wireless local-area network uses radio waves to connect devices such as laptops and mobile phones to the Internet and to your business network and its applications. When you connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot at a cafe, a hotel, an airport lounge, or another public place, you're connecting to that business's wireless network. What are the benefits of a wireless network? Convenience. Access your network resources from any location within your wireless network's coverage area or from any Wi-Fi hotspot. Mobility. You're not tied to your desk, as you are with a wired connection. You and your employees can go online in conference room meetings, for example. Productivity. Wireless access to the Internet and to your company's key applications and resources helps your staff get the job done and encourages collaboration. Easy setup. You don't have to string cables, so installation can be quick and cost effective. Expandability. You can easily expand wireless networks with existing equipment, whereas a wired network might require additional wiring. Security. Advances in wireless networks provide robust security protections. Cost. Because wireless networks eliminate or reduce wiring expenses, they can cost less to operate than wired networks.
Setting up a wireless network
Before you can set up your wireless network, here’s what you’ll need:
Page 1 of 4 Broadband Internet connection and modem. A broadband Internet connection is a high-speed Internet connection. Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and cable are two of the most common broadband connections. You can get a broadband connection by contacting an Internet service provider (ISP). Typically, ISPs that provide DSL are telephone companies and ISPs that provide cable are cable TV companies. ISPs frequently offer broadband modems. Some ISPs also offer combination modem/wireless routers. You can also find these at computer or electronics stores, and online. Wireless router. A router sends info between your network and the Internet. With a wireless router, you can connect PCs to your network using radio signals instead of wires. There are several different kinds of wireless network technologies, which include 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac. Wireless network adapter. A wireless network adapter is a device that connects your PC to a wireless network. To connect your portable or desktop PC to your wireless network, the PC must have a wireless network adapter. Most laptops and tablets—and some desktop PCs come with a wireless network adapter already installed.
Before you get started
Check your Internet connection. If you don't have a good internet connection, the router setup experience will be frustrating. The simplest method is to connect a computer to the modem or gateway device supplied by your Internet service provider (ISP). If your computer detects an Internet connection, you're ready to set up the router. Gather documentation. Here's another "seems obvious" step—but one that will save you aggravation when you're in the middle of setup. Keep an eye out for stickers or slips of paper that might include important setup information, like the router's default username and password. Check for an app. Many router manufacturers provide mobile apps or web dashboard that can be used for both setup and management. With a smartphone app, you may not have to connect the router to a computer to configure it. Check the documentation that came with your router to see if an app is available. Install and extend antennas If the router has antennas and they're separate from the router box, you'll need to install them. In addition, you should extend the antennas before beginning the setup process. Router Configuration *Please note that all routers are different and as such may require different configuration steps. As a note, you will need a working ethernet port on your laptop/desktop to plug into, or have an ethernet adaptor if you do not have a port on your device. Step 1: Resetting • Connect the power cord • Unplug ALL Ethernet connections Hold down the reset button for at least 15 seconds Step 2: Cable Setup Connect your computer (PC or MAC) to the WAN port, only DO NOT connect the wall port to any port on the Router yet! DO NOT use the LAN ports Step 3: Accessing Router ➢ Open your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc) with the computer connected to the Router. ➢ Enter the IP address found in your wireless settings (Settings>Wi-Fi>Hardware Properties for Windows 10/ Network Preferences for Macs) into the Address Bar of your browser. Most IP addresses start with 192.168. Push Enter. ➢ User name is often blank or "admin". Password is often blank, "admin", or "password" ➢ Password is often blank, "admin", or "password" ➢ Click “OK” Step 4: Default Screen Step 5: Configure Wireless SSID ➢ Click “Wireless” ➢ Click “Basic Wireless Settings” Page 2 of 4 ➢ Enter a desired name into the “Wireless Network Name (SSID)” field ➢ Write down your Wireless Network SSID, it will be used for later. Do not share your SSID or password with anyone unless you trust them. Users can piggyback on your credentials and crowd your network. ➢ Click “Save Settings” Step 6: Configure Wireless with WPA Security Key You must secure your wireless network, failure to do so may result in disconnection. Your Security Mode should be using WPA or WPA-2. For WPA ➢ Click “Wireless” ➢ Click “Wireless Security” ➢ Select “WPA Pre-Shared Key” in the “Security Mode” field ➢ Set the "WPA algorithm" to "AES" ➢ (if available) otherwise, use "TKIP" ➢ Type in your WPA Shared Key. It should be between 8 and 32 characters- the longer the better. Make sure it is something you can remember but that is hard to guess. You may want to write it down, temporarily, so that you can remember it for when you configure your computer to connect to the now-secure access point. ➢ Click “Save Settings”
Other things to consider before configuring a router.
Decide where to place the router. The best place for a wireless business router is in an open area of the workplace, as you'll benefit from even coverage. Check the router's LED lights. Your router's LED lights tell you if you've successfully made an active Internet connection. If you don't see lights confirming such a connection, make sure you've plugged the cable into the correct port. Test the connection with a device. Confirm that your router has a working connection by plugging a laptop computer into one of the device ports on the back of the router. If all goes well, you should be able to begin a wired connection, just as you did when confirming an active Internet connection. Use app or web dashboard. The easiest way to continue with router setup is to use a mobile app if the router maker provided one. If there is no app, or you'd rather use the router's web-based dashboard, connect the router to a computer via an Ethernet cable. You might find the router's IP address printed on the back of device itself; if not, type 192.168.1.1, a common router address, into the browser search bar. Update the router's firmware. Your router may need an update of the "firmware," or software that operates it. Update it as soon as possible, since the new firmware might fix bugs or offer new security protections. Use auto-configuration tools where possible. If your router is equipped with auto-install features, rely on them to help complete setup. For example, you should be able to use auto-configuration to manage IP addresses with the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which automatically assigns IP addresses to devices. You can always change these addresses later
Let’s Apply True or False: Write T if the statement is correct and F it is incorrect. Write your answer on the separate sheet of paper. 1. Confirm that your router has a working connection by plugging a laptop computer into all of the device ports on the back of the router. 2. The easiest way to continue with router setup is to use a mobile app 3. The best place for a wireless business router is in an open area 4. 192.168.2.1 is a common router address, 5. If your router is equipped with auto-install features, rely on them to help complete setup. Page 3 of 4 Let’s Analyze Direction: Arrange the steps from 1 –6 in configuring a Router 1. Default Screen 5. Configure Wireless SSID 2. Accessing Router 6. Configure Wireless with 3. Cable Setup WPA Security Key 4. Resetting
Let’s Try (Evaluation)
Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the best answer write your answer on the ANSWER SHEET provided or on a separate sheet of paper. Benefits of a wireless network 1. The benefit of being able to access your network resources from any location within your wireless network's coverage area or from any Wi-Fi hotspot. a. Expandability c. Mobility b. Easy setup d. Convenience 2. The benefit of not being tied to your desk, as you are with a wired connection. a. Expandability c. Mobility b. Easy setup d. Convenience 3. On this type of connection each device shares equally in the functioning of the network. a. Expandability c. Mobility b. Easy setup d. Convenience 4. More advanced type of gateway, which filters inbound and outbound traffic a. A client/server LAN c. Firewall b. Gateway d. proxy server 5. Disallowing incoming data from suspicious or unauthorized sources. a. A client/server LAN c. Firewall b. Gateway d. proxy server
Let’s Create Direction: Record a video of yourself performing and narrating an actual Router configuration or using a smart phone/Android Phone mobile hotspot configuration by changing the SSID, security type and password. ( Ex. https://youtu.be/nKGGoRayPtI)
