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Configuring a wireless LAN can be as easy as placing a 3Com Wireless Access
Point in a central area and making the necessary connections to the AP and the
clients. However, installing multiple Access Points may require more planning.
If you plan to use an optional antenna instead of the standard detachable
antennas that are supplied, review “Selecting and Connecting a Different
Antenna Model” on page 2-12 before selecting the final location and be sure to
allow for routing the antenna cable as required.
For optimal performance, ensure the access point operates in temperature ranges
between 0° C to 50° C (14° F to 122° F).
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Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before the access point is
installed in a hard-to-reach location. The MAC address is printed on the back of
the access point housing.
The following illustration shows the front and rear views of the access point,
including the LEDs and connecting ports.
CAUTION:
Regulatory restrictions dictate that when this device is operational,
the minimal body-to-antenna distance is 20 cm (8 inches).
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Summary of Contents for 3CRWE876075 / WL-546
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Page 14: ...1 6 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...
Page 40: ...3 12 CHAPTER 3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION...
Page 68: ...4 28 CHAPTER 4 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Figure 32 WDS and Spanning Tree Settings...
Page 254: ...5 152 CHAPTER 5 COMMAND LINE INTERFACE...
Page 258: ...6 4 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING...