Buffalo AirStation WBR-B11 User Manual page 22

B. 1 Common Troubleshooting Tips
Common Problems:
• Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation.
• Confi guration mismatch, client cannot connect to the AirStation.
• Absence or confl ict with the Client Driver.
• Confl ict of another device with the AirStation hardware.
B.1.1 LED Activity B
Monitoring LED activity helps identify problems.
• Power LED should be GREEN,
• Wireless LED should be GREEN if the line is active. If is it blinking GREEN, wireless com mu -
ni ca tion is active.
• Ethernet LED should be GREEN (100Mbps) or AMBER (10Mbps) while the com mu ni ca tion is
active.
DIAG LED Activity
Unplug the power for three seconds. Plug the power back in to monitor the DIAG LEDs during
start-up.
If the symptom matches Table B.1.1, email techsupport@buffalotech.com or call 800-688-7466
between the hours of 8:30 am and 7:30pm, CST.
DIAG LED Display
Continuous Red
Red fl ash, 3 times
Red fl ash, 4 times
B. 1.2 LEDs Work But Client PC Cannot Connect to Network
If the LEDs indicate that the network is working properly (Power LED is on, Transmit/Receive
LED blinks), check the TCP/IP settings of the network.
Changing Client TCP/IP Settings in Windows
Consult the LAN Administrator for TCP/IP settings.
To add or change the TCP/IP Settings:
1. On the Windows task bar click Start.
2. Select Settings, then Control Panel.
3. Double-click on the Network icon to view the Network Properties.
4. From the list of installed components, verify the TCP/IP -> Buffalo WLI-USB-L11G wireless
LAN adapter protocol (or appropriate wireless LAN adapter) is installed.
• If this protocol is not yet installed, click the Add button and select the TCP/IP protocol
• If this protocol is installed, select this protocol and click the Properties button. Verify
5. When prompted, restart your computer.
B. 1.3 Other Problems
Please refer to www.buffalotech.com and www.airstation.com for further reference
materials.
Glossary
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Time
Starting
Starting
Starting
from the list. Refer to Windows Help for more information.
the parameters match the settings provided by your LAN Administrator. Make changes if
necessary, and click OK.
Description/Action
RAM Error Red fl ash, 2 times Starting Flash ROM Error
A problem in the wired LAN side
A problem in the wireless LAN side