Accton Technology WA6102X, WA6102Y User Manual

Accton

User Guide

WLAN 11a+b/g Access Point

2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point

Model: WA6102X / WA6102Y

User Guide Guide

2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point

IEEE 802.11g and 802.11a Dual-band Access Point with 1 10/100BASE-TX (RJ-45) Port

COMPLIANCES

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.

COMPLIANCES

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.

Safety Compliance

Power Cord Safety

Please read the following safety information carefully before installing the device: 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).

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Impédance à la terre

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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

Denmark The supply plug must comply with Section 107-2-D1,

Switzerland The supply plug must comply with SEV/ASE 1011.

U.K. The supply plug must comply with BS1363 (3-pin 13 A) and

Europe The 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).

IEC-320 receptacle.

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COMPLIANCES

Veuillez lire à fond l'information de la sécurité suivante avant d'installer l’appareil:

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).

OMPLIANCES

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

Suisse: La prise mâle d’alimentation doit respecter la norme SEV/

Europe La prise secteur doit être conforme aux normes CEE 7/7

Le cordon doit avoir reçu l’homologation des UL et un certificat de la CSA.

Les spe'cifications minimales pour un cable flexible sont AWG No. 18, ouAWG No. 16 pour un cable de longueur infe'rieure a` 2 me'tres.

- 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.

ASE 1011.

(“SCHUKO”) LE cordon secteur doit porter la mention <HAR> ou

<BASEC> et doit être de type HO3VVF3GO.75 (minimum).

Bitte unbedingt vor dem Einbauen des Geräts die folgenden Sicherheitsanweisungen durchlesen (Germany):

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.

COMPLIANCES

Stromkabel. Dies muss von dem Land, in dem es benutzt wird geprüft werden:

U.S.A und Canada

Danemark Dieser Stromstecker muß die ebene 107-2-D1, der

Schweiz Dieser Stromstecker muß die SEV/ASE

Europe Das 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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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

System Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

2 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

3 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Network Topologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no AP or Bridge) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Infrastructure Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs . 3-4

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5 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

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General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

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Chapter 1

Introduction

The 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point is an IEEE 802.11a/g access point that provides transparent, wireless high-speed data communications between a wired LAN and fixed, portable or mobile devices equipped with an 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter.

This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable 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 replace a

10 Mbps Ethernet connection or seamlessly integrate into a 10/ 100 Mbps Ethernet LAN.

In addition, the access point offers full network management capabilities through an easy to configure web interface, a command line interface for initial configuration and troubleshooting, and support for Simple Network Management tools, such as HP’s OpenView.

Radio Characteristics – The IEEE 802.11a/g standard uses a radio modulation technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates at the 5 GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (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 IEEE

802.11b standard. IEEE 802.11b also operates at 2.4 GHz, but

uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) modulation technology to achieve a communication rate of up to 11 Mbps.

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Introduction

The access point supports a 54 Mbps half-duplex connection to Ethernet networks for each active channel .

Package Checklist

The 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point package includes:

• One 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point

• One Category 5 network cable

• One RS-232 console cable

• One AC power adapter and power cord

• Four rubber feet

• Three wall-mounting screws

• This User Guide

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.

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Hardware Description

Antennas

Top Panel

Hardware Description

Rear Panel

Security Slot

5 VDC Power

Socket

RJ-45 Port,

PoE Connector

Reset

Button

WLAN A WLAN G

Console Port

LED

Indicators

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Introduction

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, helping to avoid multipath fading effects. When receiving, the access point checks both antennas and selects the one with the strongest 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 shaped), with the coverage extending most in a direction perpendicular to the antenna. The antennas should be adjusted to an angle that provides the appropriate coverage for the service area. For further information, see “Positioning the Antennas” on page 2-3.

LED Indicators

The access point includes four status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table.

Power

Ethernet

Link/Activity

802.11a Wireless

Link/Activity

802.11g/b Wireless

Link/Activity

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LED Status Description

PWR On Indicates that power is being supplied.

Flashing Indicates -

• running a self-test

• loading software program

Flashing (Prolonged)

Indicates system errors

LED Status Description

Hardware Description

Ethernet Link

.11a On Indicates a valid 802.11a wireless link.

.11g On Indicates a valid 802.11g or 802.11b

On Indicates a valid 10/100 Mbps Ethernet

Flashing Indicates that the access point is

Very Slow Flashing

Slow Flashing

Fast Flashing

Very Slow Flashing

Slow Flashing

Fast Flashing

cable link.

transmitting or receiving data on a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN. Flashing rate is proportional to network activity.

Searching for network association.

Associated with network but no activity.

Indicates that the access point is transmitting or receiving data through wireless links. Flashing rate is proportional to network activity.

wireless link.

Searching for network association.

Associated with network but no activity.

Indicates that the access point is transmitting or receiving data through wireless links. Flashing rate is proportional to network activity.

Security Slot

The access point includes a Kensington security slot on the rear panel. You can prevent unauthorized removal of the access point by wrapping the Kensington security cable (not provided) around an unmovable object, inserting the lock into the slot, and turning the key.

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Introduction

Console Port

This port is used to connect a console device to the access point through a serial cable. This connection is described under “Console Port Pin Assignments” on page B-4. The console device can be a PC or workstation 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 specifications.

This port uses an MDI (i.e., internal straight-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 that provide MDI-X ports. However, when connecting the access point to a workstation or other device that does not have MDI-X ports, you must use crossover twisted-pair cable.

The access point appears as an Ethernet node and performs a bridging function by moving packets from the wired LAN to remote workstations on the wireless infrastructure.

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 provides Power over Ethernet (PoE).

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Features and Benefits

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 reset. 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 restored 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 source. The access point automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-240 volts at 50 or 60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.

The access point may also receive 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 point is connected to a PoE source device and also connected to a local power source through the AC power adapter, PoE will be disabled.

Features and Benefits

• Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports or 54 Mbps wireless interface (supporting up to 128 mobile users)

• IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g compliant

• Interoperable with multiple vendors based on the

IEEE 802.11f protocol

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Introduction

• Advanced security through 64/128/152-bit Wired Equivalent Protection (WEP) encryption, IEEE 802.1x port authentication, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), remote authentication via RADIUS server, and MAC address filtering features to protect your sensitive data and authenticate only authorized 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 ratio

• Allows the country of operation to be set to match regulatory requirements (for countries outside of the United States)

Applications

Wireless network products offer a high speed, reliable, cost-effective solution for 10/100 Mbps 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 deploy.

• Frequently changing environments

Retailers, manufacturers, and banks that frequently rearrange the workplace or change location.

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Applications

• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak times

Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites which need temporary setup for a short time period. Retailers, airline and shipping companies that need additional workstations for a peak period. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites.

• Access to databases for mobile workers

Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, or an office campus.

• SOHO users

SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.

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Introduction

System Defaults

The following table lists some of the access point’s basic system defaults. To reset the access point defaults, use the CLI command “reset configuration” from the Exec level prompt.

Feature Parameter Default

Identification System Name MEAP Administration User Name admin

Password null

General HTTP Server Enabled

HTTP Server Port 80

TCP/IP DHCP Enabled

IP Address 192.168.1.1 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS IP 0.0.0.0 Secondary DNS IP 0.0.0.0

RADIUS (Primary and Secondary)

IP Address 0.0.0.0 Port 1812 Key DEFAULT Timeout 5 seconds Retransmit attempts 3

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Feature Parameter Default

MAC Authentication

802.1x Authentication

VLAN Native VLAN ID 1

Filter Control Local Bridge Disabled

SNMP Status Enabled

MAC Local MAC Authentication

Session Timeout Local MAC

System Default Local MAC

Permission Status Disabled Broadcast Key

Refresh Session Key Refresh 0 minutes (Disabled) Reauthentication

Refresh Rate

VLAN Tag Support Disabled

Local Management Disabled Ethernet Type Disabled

Location null Contact Contact Community

(Read Only) Community

(Read/Write) Traps Enabled Trap Destination

IP Address Trap Destination

Community Name

0 seconds (Disabled)

Allowed

0 minutes (Disabled)

0 seconds (Disabled)

public

private

null

public

System Defaults

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Introduction

Feature Parameter Default

System Logging

Ethernet Interface

Wireless Interface

802.11a

Syslog Disabled Logging Host Disabled Logging Console Disabled IP Address / Host

Name Logging Level Informational Logging Facility Type 16 Speed and Duplex Auto

IAPP Enabled SSID MEAP Turbo Mode Disabled Status Enabled Auto Channel Select Enabled Closed System Disabled Transmit Power Full Maximum Data Rate 108 Mbps Beacon Interval 100 TUs Data Beacon Rate

(DTIM Interval) RTS Threshold 2347 bytes

0.0.0.0

2 beacons

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Feature Parameter Default

Wireless Security

802.11a

Wireless Interface

802.11b/g

Authentication Type Open System

WEP Encryption Disabled

WEP Key Length 128 bits

WEP Key Type Hexadecimal

WEP Transmit Key Number

WEP Keys null

WPA Configuration Mode

WPA Key Management

Multicast Cipher WEP

IAPP Enabled

SSID MEAP

Status Enabled

Auto Channel Select Enabled

Closed System Disabled

Transmit Power Full

Maximum Data Rate 108 Mbps

Beacon Interval 100 TUs

Data Beacon Rate (DTIM Interval)

RTS Threshold 2347 bytes

All clients

WPA authentication over 802.1x

2 beacons

System Defaults

Turbo Mode Disabled

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Introduction

Feature Parameter Default

Wireless Security

802.11b/g

Authentication Type Open System WEP Encryption Disabled WEP Key Length 128 bits WEP Key Type Hexadecimal WEP Transmit Key

Number WEP Keys null WPA Configuration

Mode WPA Key

Management Multicast Cipher WEP

All clients

WPA authentication over 802.1x

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Chapter 2

Hardware Installation

1. Select a Site – Choose a proper place for the access point. In

general, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight of all wireless devices. Try to place the access point in a position that can best cover its Basic Service Set (refer to “Infrastructure Wireless LAN” on page 3-3). For optimum performance, consider these points:

• Mount the access point as high as possible above any obstructions in the coverage area

• Avoid mounting next to or near building support columns or other obstructions that may cause reduced signal or null zones in parts of the coverage area

• Mount away from any signal absorbing or reflecting structures (such as those containing metal)

2. Mount the Acc ess P oint – The access point can be mounted

on any horizontal surface or wall. Mounting on a horizontal surface – To keep the access point

from sliding on the surface, attach the four rubber feet provided in the accessory kit to the embossed circles on the bottom of the access point.

Mounting on a wall – The access point should be mounted only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent. Mark the position of the mounting screws (included) on the wall. Set the 5/8-inch number 12 wood screws into the wall, leaving about 3 mm (0.12 in.) clearance from the wall. And then slide the access point down onto the screws.

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Hardware Installation

3. Lock the Access Point in Place – To prevent unauthorized

removal of the access point, you can use a Kensington Slim MicroSaver security cable (not included) to attach the access point to a fixed object.

4. Connect the Power Cord – Connect the power adapter to

the access point, and the power cord to an AC power outlet. Otherwise, the access point can derive its operating power

directly from the RJ-45 port when connected to a device that provides IEEE 802.3af compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Note: If the access point is connected to both a PoE source device

and an AC power source, PoE will be disabled.

Warning: Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with this access

point. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.

5. Observe the Self Test – When you power on the access

point, verify that the PWR indicator stops flashing and remains on, and that the other indicators start functioning as described under “LED Indicators” on page 1-4.

If the PWR LED does not stop flashing, the self test has not completed correctly. Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page A-1.

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Hardware Installation

6. Connect the Ethernet Cable – The access point can be

wired to a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet through a network device such as a hub or a switch. Connect your network to the RJ-45 port on the back panel with category 3, 4, or 5 UTP Ethernet cable. When the access point and the connected device are powered on, the Ethernet Link LED should light indicating a valid network connection.

Note: The RJ-45 port on the access point uses an MDI pin

configuration, so you must use straight-through cable for network connections to hubs or switches that only have MDI-X ports, and crossover cable for network connections to PCs, servers or other end nodes that only have MDI ports. However, if the device to which you are connecting supports auto-MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use either straight-through or crossover cable.

7. Position the Antennas – Each antenna emits a radiation

pattern that is a toroidal sphere (doughnut shaped), with the coverage extending most in the direction perpendicular to the antenna. Therefore, the antennas should be oriented so that the radio coverage pattern fills the intended horizontal space. Also, the diversity antennas should both be positioned along the same axes, providing the same coverage area. For example, if the access point is mounted on a horizontal surface, both antennas should be positioned pointing vertically up to provide optimum coverage.

8. Connect the Console Port – Connect the console cable

(included) to the RS-232 console port for accessing the command-line interface. You can manage the access point using the console port (Chapter 6), the web interface (Chapter 5), or SNMP management software such as HP’s OpenView.

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Hardware Installation

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Chapter 3

Network Configuration

The wireless solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration as well as an integrated configuration with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs.

Wireless network cards, adapters, and access points can be configured as:

• Ad hoc for departmental, SOHO or enterprise LANs

• Infrastructure for wireless LANs

• Infrastructure wireless LAN for roaming wireless PCs

The 802.11b and 802.11g frequency band which operates at

2.4 GHz can easily encounter interference from other 2.4 GHz devices, such as other 802.11b or g wireless devices, cordless phones and microwave ovens. If you experience poor wireless LAN performance, try the following measures:

• Limit any possible sources of radio interference within the service area

• Increase the distance between neighboring access points

• Decrease the signal strength of neighboring access points

• Increase the channel separation of neighboring access points

(e.g. up to 3 channels of separation for 802.11b, or up to 4 channels for 802.11a, or up to 5 channels for 802.11g)

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Network Configuration

Network Topologies

Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no AP or Bridge)

An ad hoc wireless LAN consists of a group of computers, each equipped with a wireless adapter, connected via radio signals as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific ad hoc wireless LAN must therefore be configured to the same radio channel. An ad hoc wireless LAN can be used for a branch office or SOHO operation.

Ad Hoc Wireless LAN

Notebook with Wireless USB Adapter

Notebook with Wireless PC Card

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PC with Wireless PCI Adapter

Network Topologies

Infrastructure Wireless LAN

The access point also provides access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wired/wireless LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PC users, and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. Each wireless PC in this BSS can talk to any computer in its wireless group via a radio link, or access other computers or network resources in the wired LAN infrastructure via the access point.

The infrastructure configuration not only extends the accessibility of wireless PCs to the wired LAN, but also increases the effective wireless transmission range for wireless PCs by passing their signal through one or more access points.

A wireless infrastructure can be used for access to a central database, or for connection between mobile workers, as shown in the following figure.

Wired LAN Extension to WirelessAdapters

File Server

Desktop PC

Switch

Notebook with Wireless PC Card Adapter

Access Point

PC with Wireless PCI Adapter

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