You can manually update the configuration of an Intel® PRO/Wireless 2011B LAN Access Point by editing a text-based configuration file and transferring that file to the access point. Use one of the following options to transfer the file:
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NOTE: Xmodem transfers require more time than TFTP transfers. |
Before you update the access point, edit the AP_CFG.TXT file to match your site-specific network settings. You can use any text-based editor to change the file; for example, Notepad in Microsoft Windows*.
The Ethernet TFTP update method requires a connection between the access point and a computer on the same Ethernet segment. Make sure the computer has a TFTP server running on it. Running the server requires third-party software like NetManage, Inc. PC/TCP* for DOS or OnNet* for Windows*. The wireless TFTP update method requires a connection between the access point and a TFTP server. The TFTP server can be running on a computer connected to the network though a wireless network card.
To update the access point configuration
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CAUTION: Do not use the Use XMODEM to Update Access Point's Firmware option on the access point's Telnet menu. This option causes the access point to reset and look for the configuration file over the serial interface. |
Note that the Wired LAN Activity light on the access point does NOT flash during the transfer. To view the file transfer log, switch to the TFTP application. The access point resets when the file transfer completes.
To verify that the network settings are correct
The Xmodem upgrade method requires a direct connection between the access point and a computer using a null modem serial cable and using software like HyperTerminal* for Windows* 98.
Before you update the access point:
The following instructions describe how to use HyperTerminal* on a computer running Windows*.
To update the access point configuration
emulation |
ANSI |
bits per second |
19200 |
data bits |
8 |
stop bits |
1 |
parity |
none |
flow control |
none |
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CAUTION: Make sure the file is correct before sending. An incorrect file can render the access point inoperable. |
Hyper Terminal displays a progress bar during the transfer process. The download is complete when the terminal screen displays:
Download Successful Updating AP Set Successful
If the transfer fails, the access point displays an error message indicating the cause.
The access point automatically resets after the file transfer completes. Exit the communication program to terminate the session.
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