IEEE 802.11g and 802.11a Dual-band Access Point
with 1 10/100BASE-TX (RJ-45) Port
WA6102X-2AG-17
F4.3.2.0 E012006-R01
149100033300E
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Federal Communication Commission Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a
minimum distance of 20 centimeters (8 inches) between the radiator and your
body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Wireless 5 GHz Band Statements:
As the Access Point can operate in the 5150-5250 MHz frequency band it is
limited by the FCC, Industry Canada and some other countries to indoor use only
so as to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile
Satellite systems.
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High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of
the 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz bands. These radars could cause
interference and /or damage to the access point when used in Canada.
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry
Canada technical specifications were met.
Industry Canada - Class B
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard
entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables
aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matérial
brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par l’Industrie.
Japan VCCI Class B
Australia/New Zealand AS/NZS 4771
ACN 066 352010
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EC Conformance Declaration
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential
Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/
EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
• EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1) - Product Safety
• EN 301 893 - Technical requirements for 5 GHz radio equipment
• EN 300 328 - Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz radio equipment
• EN 301 489-1 / EN 301 489-17 - EMC requirements for radio equipment
Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European
Community
This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European
Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license
requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries
as described below:
Note: The user must use the configuration utility provided with this
product to ensure the channels of operation are in conformance
with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries
as described below.
• This device requires that the user or installer properly enter the current
country of operation in the command line interface as described in the
user guide, before operating this device.
• This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined
by the current country of operation. Incorrectly entering the country of
operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful
interference to other systems. The user is obligated to ensure the
device is operating according to the channel limitations, indoor/outdoor
restrictions and license requirements for each European Community
country as described in this document.
• This device employs a radar detection feature required for European
Community operation in the 5 GHz band. This feature is automatically
enabled when the country of operation is correctly configured for any
European Community country. The presence of nearby radar operation
may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The
radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel
free of radar.
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• The 5 GHz Turbo Mode feature is not allowed for operation in any
European Community country. The current setting for this feature is
found in the 5 GHz 802.11a Radio Settings Window as described in the
user guide.
• The 5 GHz radio's Auto Channel Select setting described in the user
guide must always remain enabled to ensure that automatic 5 GHz
channel selection complies with European requirements. The current
setting for this feature is found in the 5 GHz 802.11a Radio Settings
Window as described in the user guide.
• This device is restricted to indoor use when operated in the European
Community using the 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band: Channels 36, 40, 44, 48,
52, 56, 60, 64. See table below for allowed 5 GHz channels by country.
• This device may be operated indoors or outdoors in all countries of the
European Community using the 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1 - 13, except
where noted below.
- In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the national
spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors.
- In Belgium outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.46 -
2.4835 GHz band: Channel 13.
- In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.4 - 2.454
GHz band: Channels 1 - 7.
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Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the European
Community
The user/installer must use the provided configuration utility to check the
current channel of operation and make necessary configuration changes
to ensure operation occurs in conformance with European National
spectrum usage laws as described below and elsewhere in this
document.
Allowed 5GHz Channels in Each European Community Country
Allowed Frequency Bands Allowed Channel Numbers Countries
Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European
Community
EnglishHereby, SMC, declares that this Radio LAN device is in
FinnishValmistaja SMC vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen
DutchHierbij verklaart SMC dat het toestel Radio LAN device in
FrenchPar la présente SMC déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est
SwedishHärmed intygar SMC att denna Radio LAN device står I
DanishUndertegnede SMC erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio
GermanHiermit erklärt SMC, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN
Greekμε την παρουσα SMC δηλωνειοτι radio LAN device
ItalianCon la presente SMC dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä
koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere
relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG
Bij deze SMC dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de
essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van
Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions
pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga
relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante
krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF
device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden
Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)
Hiermit erklärt SMC die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio
LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den
anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
(Wien)
conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti
stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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SpanishPor medio de la presente Manufacturer declara que el Radio LAN
PortugueseManufacturer declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme
device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras
disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE
com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva
1999/5/CE.
Safety Compliance
Power Cord Safety
Please read the following safety information carefully before installing the access
point:
WARNING: Installation and removal of the unit must be carried out by qualified
personnel only.
• The unit must be connected to an earthed (grounded) outlet to comply with
international safety standards.
• Do not connect the unit to an A.C. outlet (power supply) without an earth
(ground) connection.
• The appliance coupler (the connector to the unit and not the wall plug) must have
a configuration for mating with an EN 60320/IEC 320 appliance inlet.
• The socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible. You can only
remove power from the unit by disconnecting the power cord from the outlet.
• This unit operates under SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) conditions according
to IEC 60950. The conditions are only maintained if the equipment to which it is
connected also operates under SELV conditions.
France and Peru only
This unit cannot be powered from IT
unit must be powered by 230 V (2P+T) via an isolation transformer ratio 1:1, with
the secondary connection point labelled Neutral, connected directly to earth
(ground).
†
Impédance à la terre
†
supplies. If your supplies are of IT type, this
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Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set.
Check it (read the label on the cable) against the following:
Power Cord Set
U.S.A. and
Canada
DenmarkThe supply plug must comply with Section 107-2-D1,
SwitzerlandThe supply plug must comply with SEV/ASE 1011.
U.K.The supply plug must comply with BS1363 (3-pin 13 A) and
EuropeThe supply plug must comply with CEE7/7 (“SCHUKO”).
The cord set must be UL-approved and CSA certified.
The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are:
- No. 18 AWG - not longer than 2 meters, or 16 AWG.
- Type SV or SJ
- 3-conductor
The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least
10 A
The attachment plug must be an earth-grounding type with
NEMA 5-15P (15 A, 125 V) or NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250 V)
configuration.
Standard DK2-1a or DK2-5a.
be fitted with a 5 A fuse which complies with BS1362.
The mains cord must be <HAR> or <BASEC> marked and
be of type HO3VVF3GO.75 (minimum).
The mains cord must be <HAR> or <BASEC> marked and
be of type HO3VVF3GO.75 (minimum).
IEC-320 receptacle.
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Veuillez lire à fond l'information de la sécurité suivante avant
d'installer le access point:
AVERTISSEMENT: L’installation et la dépose de ce groupe doivent être confiés à un
personnel qualifié.
• Ne branchez pas votre appareil sur une prise secteur (alimentation électrique)
lorsqu'il n'y a pas de connexion de mise à la terre (mise à la masse).
• Vous devez raccorder ce groupe à une sortie mise à la terre (mise à la masse) afin
de respecter les normes internationales de sécurité.
• Le coupleur d’appareil (le connecteur du groupe et non pas la prise murale) doit
respecter une configuration qui permet un branchement sur une entrée d’appareil
EN 60320/IEC 320.
• La prise secteur doit se trouver à proximité de l’appareil et son accès doit être
facile. Vous ne pouvez mettre l’appareil hors circuit qu’en débranchant son cordon
électrique au niveau de cette prise.
• L’appareil fonctionne à une tension extrêmement basse de sécurité qui est
conforme à la norme IEC 60950. Ces conditions ne sont maintenues que si
l’équipement auquel il est raccordé fonctionne dans les mêmes conditions.
France et Pérou uniquement:
Ce groupe ne peut pas être alimenté par un dispositif à impédance à la terre. Si vos
alimentations sont du type impédance à la terre, ce groupe doit être alimenté par
une tension de 230 V (2 P+T) par le biais d’un transformateur d’isolement à rapport
1:1, avec un point secondaire de connexion portant l’appellation Neutre et avec
raccordement direct à la terre (masse).
Cordon électrique - Il doit être agréé dans le pays d’utilisation
Etats-Unis et
Canada:
Danemark:La prise mâle d’alimentation doit respecter la section 107-2
Le cordon doit avoir reçu l’homologation des UL et un
certificat de la CSA.
Les spécifications minimales pour un cable flexible sont
AWG No. 18, ou AWG No. 16 pour un cable de longueur
inférieure à 2 mètres.
- type SV ou SJ
- 3 conducteurs
Le cordon doit être en mesure d’acheminer un courant
nominal d’au moins 10 A.
La prise femelle de branchement doit être du type à mise à
la terre (mise à la masse) et respecter la configuration NEMA
5-15P (15 A, 125 V) ou NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250 V).
D1 de la norme DK2 1a ou DK2 5a.
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Cordon électrique - Il doit être agréé dans le pays d’utilisation
Suisse:La prise mâle d’alimentation doit respecter la norme SEV/
EuropeLa prise secteur doit être conforme aux normes CEE 7/7
Bitte unbedingt vor dem Einbauen des Access Point die folgenden
Sicherheitsanweisungen durchlesen
WARNUNG: Die Installation und der Ausbau des Geräts darf nur durch
Fachpersonal erfolgen.
• Das Gerät sollte nicht an eine ungeerdete Wechselstromsteckdose
angeschlossen werden.
• Das Gerät muß an eine geerdete Steckdose angeschlossen werden, welche die
internationalen Sicherheitsnormen erfüllt.
• Der Gerätestecker (der Anschluß an das Gerät, nicht der
Wandsteckdosenstecker) muß einen gemäß EN 60320/IEC 320 konfigurierten
Geräteeingang haben.
• Die Netzsteckdose muß in der Nähe des Geräts und leicht zugänglich sein. Die
Stromversorgung des Geräts kann nur durch Herausziehen des
Gerätenetzkabels aus der Netzsteckdose unterbrochen werden.
• Der Betrieb dieses Geräts erfolgt unter den SELV-Bedingungen
(Sicherheitskleinstspannung) gemäß IEC 60950. Diese Bedingungen sind nur
gegeben, wenn auch die an das Gerät angeschlossenen Geräte unter
•
SELV-Bedingungen betrieben werden.
ASE 1011.
(“SCHUKO”)
LE cordon secteur doit porter la mention <HAR> ou
<BASEC> et doit être de type HO3VVF3GO.75 (minimum).
(Germany):
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Stromkabel. Dies muss von dem Land, in dem es benutzt wird geprüft werden:
U.S.A und
Kanada
DanemarkDieser Stromstecker muß die ebene 107-2-D1, der
SchweizDieser Stromstecker muß die SEV/ASE
EuropeDas Netzkabel muß vom Typ HO3VVF3GO.75
Der Cord muß das UL gepruft und war das CSA
beglaubigt.
Das Minimum spezifikation fur der Cord sind:
- Nu. 18 AWG - nicht mehr als 2 meter, oder 16 AWG.
- Der typ SV oder SJ
- 3-Leiter
Der Cord muß haben eine strombelastbarkeit aus
wenigstens 10 A
Dieser Stromstecker muß hat einer erdschluss mit der typ
NEMA 5-15P (15A, 125V) oder NEMA 6-15P (15A, 250V)
konfiguration.
standard DK2-1a oder DK2-5a Bestimmungen einhalten.
1011Bestimmungen einhalten.
(Mindestanforderung) sein und die Aufschrift <HAR> oder
<BASEC> tragen.
Der Netzstecker muß die Norm CEE 7/7 erfüllen
(”SCHUKO”).
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Package Checklist 1-2
Hardware Description 1-2
Component Description 1-3
Features and Benefits 1-5
Applications 1-6
System Defaults 1-6
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-1
Chapter 3: External Antennas 3-1
Instalati on Procedures 3-1
Chapter 4: Network Configuration 4-1
Network Topologies 4-2
Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no Access Point) 4-2
Infrastructure Wireless LAN 4-3
Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs 4-4
Infrastructure Wireless Bridge 4-5
Infrastructure Wireless Repeate r 4-6
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 5-1
Initial Setup through the CLI 5-1
Required Connections 5-1
Initial Configuration Steps 5-2
Logging In 5-3
Chapter 6: System Configuration 6-1
Advanced Configuratio n 6-2
System Identification 6-3
TCP / IP Settings 6-5
RADIUS 6-7
SSH Settings 6-11
Authentication 6-12
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Filter Control 6-17
VLAN 6-19
WDS Settings 6-21
AP Management 6-27
Administration 6-28
System Log 6-33
RSSI 6-37
Crossover Wiring B-3
Console Port Pin Assignments B-3
Wiring Map for Serial Cable B-4
Appendix C: Specifications C-1
General Specifications C-1
Sensitivity C-4
Transmit Power C-5
Operating Range C-6
Glossary
Index
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Chapter 1: Introduction
The 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Wireless Access Point is an IEEE 802.11a/g access point that
provides transparent, wire le ss hig h- speed data communications between the wired
LAN and fixed or mobile devices equipped with an 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g
wireless adapter.
This solution offers fast, re liable wireless c onnectivity with co nsiderable cost savings
over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Using
802.11a and 802.11g technology, this access point can easily repl ace a 10 Mbps
Ethernet connection or se am lessly integrate into a 10/100 M bps Eth er net LAN.
The access point supports up to ei ght Virtual Acc ess Points per physical radio
interface, that is eight on the 802. 11a radio and eight on the 802.11g radio. This
allows traffic to be separated for different user groups using an access point t hat
services one area. For each VAP, different security settings, VLAN assignments, and
other parameters can be appl ied.
Each radio interface on the access point can operate in one of four modes:
• Access Point – Providing conectivity to wireless clie nt s in th e service area.
• Repeater – Providing an extended link to a remote access point from the wired
LAN. In this mode, the access point does not have a cable connection to the wired
Ethernet LAN.
• Bridge – Providing links to access points operating in “Bridge” or “Roo t Bri dge ”
mode and thereby connecting other wired LAN segments.
• Root Bridge – Providing links to other access points operating in “Bridge” mode
and thereb y connecting other wir ed LAN segments. Only one un it in the wireless
bridge network can be set to “Root Bridge” mode.
In addition, the access point offers full network management capabilities through an
easy to configure web in te rface, a command line interfa ce for ini tial co nf ig ur at io n
and troubleshooting, and su pport for Simple Network M anagement Protocol tool s.
Radio Characteristics – The IEEE 802.11a/g standard uses a radio mod ul at i on
technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) , and a
shared collision domain (CSM A/CA). It operates at the 5 GH z U nl icensed National
Information Infrastru ct ur e (UNII) band for connections to 802.11a clients, and at 2.4
GHz for connections to 802.11g clients.
IEEE 802.11g includes backward compatibility with the IE EE 802.11b standard.
IEEE 802.11b also operates at 2.4 GHz, but uses Direct Se qu ence Spread
Spectrum (DSSS) and Complementary Code Keying (CCK) modulation t echnology
to achieve a communication rate of up to 11 Mbps.
The access point supports a 54 M bps half -d upl ex connection to Ethernet ne t w or ks
for each active channel (o r up to 108 M bps w hen using turbo mode on the 802.11a
interface).
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Package Checklist
The 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Wirel ess Access Point package includes :
• One 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Wireless Access Point
• One Category 5 network cable
• One RS-232 console cable
• One AC power adapter and pow er cord
• Four rubber feet
• User Guide CD
Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible,
retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack
the product in case there is a need to return it.
Hardware Description
Top Panel
Antennas
PWR Link 11a 11g
LED
Indicators
1-2
Rear Panel
LockConsolePOE InResetDC 5V
Hardware Description
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Security Slot
5 VDC
Power Socket
RJ-45 Port,
PoE Connector
Reset
Button
Console
Port
Component Description
Antennas
The access point includes integrated diversity antennas for wireless
communications. A diversity antenna system uses two identical antennas to receive
and transmit signals, he lpi ng t o av oi d m ul t ipath fadi ng effects. When receiving, the
access point checks bot h antennas and selects the on e wi th the st ro ngest signal.
When transmitting, it will continue to use the antenna previously selected for
receiving. The access point never transmits from both antennas at the same time.
The antennas transmit the outgoing signal as a toroidal sphere (doughnut shape d) ,
with the coverage extend ing most in a direction perp endicular to t he antenna. Th e
antenna should be adjus te d to an angle that provides the appr op riat e coverage for
the service area. For further information, see “Positionin g th e Ant ennas” on 2-2.
LED Indicators
The access point includes four status LED
indicators, as described in the following
figure and table.
PWRLink11a11g
Power
Ethernet
Link/Activity
802.11a
Wireless
Link/Activity
802.11b/g
Wireless
Link/Activity
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LEDStatusDescription
PWROnIndicates that the system is working normally.
FlashingIndicates running a self-test or loading the software program.
Flashing (Prolonged) Indicates system errors.
LinkOnIndicates a valid 10/100 Mbps Ethernet cable link.
FlashingIndicates that the access point is transmitting or receiving data
11aOnIndicates that the 802.11a radio is enabled.
FlashingIndicates that the access point is transmitting or receiving data
OffIndicates that the 802.11a radio is disabled.
11gOnIndicates that the 802.11b/g radio is enabled.
FlashingIndicates that the access point is transmitting or receiving data
OffIndicates that the 802.11b/g radio is disabled.
on a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN. Flashing rate is proportional
to network activity.
through wireless links. Flashing rate is proportional to network
activity.
through wireless links. Flashing rate is proportional to network
activity.
Security Slot
The access point includes a Kensington security slo t on th e re ar panel. You can
prevent unauthorized removal of the access point by w r apping the Kensington
securit y cab le (n ot pr ov id ed ) ar oun d an un mo va bl e object, inserting th e lo ck in to th e
slot, and turning the key.
Console Port
This port is used to connect a con sole device to the access po int through a serial
cable. This connection is described under “Co nsole Port Pin Assignments” on page
B-3. The console device can be a PC or wo rk station running a VT-100 terminal
emulator, or a VT-100 terminal.
Ethernet Port
The access point has one 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX RJ-45 port that can be attached
directly to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN segments. These segments must conform
to the IEEE 802.3 or 802.3u spe cif ic ati ons.
This port uses an MDI (i.e., inte rn al st ra ig ht -through) pin configuration . You can
therefore use straight-through twisted-pair cable to connect this port to most network
interconnection devices such as a switch or router tha t provide MDI-X ports.
However, when connecting the acce ss point to a workstation or othe r de vi ce that
does not have MDI-X po rts, you mu st use crossover twisted-pair ca ble.
The access point appears as an Ethernet node and perfor ms a bridging function by
moving packets from the wired LAN to remote workstations on t he w ir el ess
infrastructure.
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Note: The RJ-45 port also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) based on the IEEE
802.3af standard. Refer to the description for the “Power Connector” for
information on supplying power to the access point’s network port from a network
device, such as a switch, that prov ides Power over Et hernet (PoE).
Reset Button
This button is used to reset the access point or restore the factory default
configuration. If you hold down the button for less than 5 seconds, the access point
will perform a hardware res et . If you hold down the button for 5 seconds or more,
any configuration changes you may have made are removed, and the factory default
configuration is restor ed to the access point.
Power Connector
The access point does not have a power switch. It is powered on when connected to
the AC power adapter, and the power adapter is connected to a power sourc e. The
power adapter automat i cally adjusts to any voltage betw een 100-240 volts at 50 or
60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.
The access point may also r eceive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from a switch or
other network device that supplies power over the network cable based on the IEEE
802.3af standard.
Note that if the access poi nt is connected to a PoE source dev ic e an d al so
connected to a local power source through the AC power adapter, PoE will be
disabled.
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Features and Benefits
• Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet po rt s or 54 Mbps wireless
interface (supporting up to 128 m obile users)
• IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g compliant
• Interoperable with multipl e ve ndors based on the IEEE 802.11f protocol
• Advanced security throug h 64/ 128/152-bit Wired Equival ent Protection (WEP)
encryption, IEEE 802.1X authentication via a RADIUS server, Wi-Fi Protected
Access (WPA), and MAC address filtering features to protect your sensitive data
and authenticate only au th or iz ed users to your network
• Provides seamless roaming within the IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g WLAN
environment
• Scans all available channels and selects the best channel for each client based on
the signal-to-noise rati o
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Applications
Wireless network products offer a high speed, reliable, cos t -e ffective solution for
wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as:
• Remote access to corporate network information –
E-mail, file transfer, and terminal emulation.
• Difficult-to-wire environments –
Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is
difficult to employ.
• Frequently changing en vi ro nm ents –
Retailers, manufactur ers, and banks that freque nt l y re ar ra nge the workplace or
change location.
• Temporary LANs for speci al pr oj ects or peak times –
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites th at need temporary setup for a
short time period. Retailers, airline and shipping companies that need additional
workstations for a peak per iod. Auditors who require wo rk gr oups at customer
sites.
• Access to databases for mobile work ers –
Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-colla r workers who ne ed access to databases
while being mobile in a hospi t al , retai l st or e, or an of fice campus.
• SOHO users –
SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation
of a small computer netw or k.
System Defaults
The following table lists some of the acc ess point’s basic system defaul ts. To reset
the access point defaults, use the CLI command “reset configuration” from the Exec
level pr o mpt.