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Contents
What Is the IF5?.................................................................. 5
Unpacking the IF5 ................................................ 6
What You Need ....................................................6
Learning About the IF5 ....................................................... 7
Understanding the Front Panel Ports..................... 7
Understanding the Rear Panel Ports ...................... 8
Understanding the LEDs....................................... 9
Configuring the IF5........................................................... 10
Connecting the IF5 ........................................................... 12
Using a Web Browser Interface.......................................... 13
Where to Go From Here ................................................... 14
Specifications..................................................................... 15
Patent Information............................................................ 15
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iv IF5 Fixed Reader Quick Start Guide

What Is the IF5?
The IF5 is an RFID tag reader that provides network
connectivity between tag data and an enterprise system. The
embedded controller can be configured to connect the IF5 to
your Ethernet or wireless network.
This quick start guide explains the IF5 ports and LEDs and how
to connect the IF5 to your network.
IF5 Fixed Reader
The IF5 Fixed Reader uses an EPCglobal
Gen 2-certified IM5 Module (86x MHz
RFID frequency band).
The IF5 Fixed Reader uses an EPCglobal
Gen 2-certified IM5 Module (915 MHz
RFID frequency band).
IF5 Fixed Readers with an IEEE 802.11g
radio installed are certified for
interoperability with other 802.11b/g
wireless LAN devices.
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