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... this User Guide 8 Related Documentation 9 Product Registration 9 1 INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 12 Access Point Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 16 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 17 Safety Information 17 Positioning the Access Point 17 Using the Rubber Feet 18 Wall Mounting 18 Powering Up the Access Point 19 Connecting the Access Point 19 3 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 21 Password 26 LAN Settings 26 Wireless Settings...
... this User Guide 8 Related Documentation 9 Product Registration 9 1 INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 12 Access Point Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 16 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 17 Safety Information 17 Positioning the Access Point 17 Using the Rubber Feet 18 Wall Mounting 18 Powering Up the Access Point 19 Connecting the Access Point 19 3 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 21 Password 26 LAN Settings 26 Wireless Settings...
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... Logs 63 Support and Feedback 63 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks 65 Browsing to the Access Point Configuration Screens 65 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 66 Wireless Networking 66 Alert LED 68 Recovering from Corrupted Software 68 Frequently Asked Questions 69 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 71 Windows Installation (95/98/2000/Me/NT) 71 B IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 73 Managing the Access Point over the Network 73 IP Addresses and Subnet...
... Logs 63 Support and Feedback 63 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks 65 Browsing to the Access Point Configuration Screens 65 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 66 Wireless Networking 66 Alert LED 68 Recovering from Corrupted Software 68 Frequently Asked Questions 69 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 71 Windows Installation (95/98/2000/Me/NT) 71 B IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 73 Managing the Access Point over the Network 73 IP Addresses and Subnet...
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... initial configuration that differs from the information in the release note. If a release note is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to the same switch or hub as the Access Point. This guide is shipped with the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point and contains information that this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is connected to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point (3CRWE454G72).
... initial configuration that differs from the information in the release note. If a release note is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to the same switch or hub as the Access Point. This guide is shipped with the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point and contains information that this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is connected to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point (3CRWE454G72).
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...; OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide ■ Part Number DUA0045-4AAA01 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Access Point document set includes one Documentation Installation Guide. Related In addition to -date information on your product: http://www.3com.com/register/ Product Registration You can now register your Access Point. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install...
...; OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide ■ Part Number DUA0045-4AAA01 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Access Point document set includes one Documentation Installation Guide. Related In addition to -date information on your product: http://www.3com.com/register/ Product Registration You can now register your Access Point. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install...
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... Access Point makes the Internet, e-mail and network resources, such as printers, available to provide a cost-effective means of wireless clients. Figure 1 Example Network Computer Power Adapter 3Com Wireless 11g Access Point Wireless User Hub / Switch Wireless User 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is a WI-FI certified device, you can be sure it will work reliably with certified equipment from other manufacturers. Because the Access Point is designed to dozens of connecting wired...
... Access Point makes the Internet, e-mail and network resources, such as printers, available to provide a cost-effective means of wireless clients. Figure 1 Example Network Computer Power Adapter 3Com Wireless 11g Access Point Wireless User Hub / Switch Wireless User 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is a WI-FI certified device, you can be sure it will work reliably with certified equipment from other manufacturers. Because the Access Point is designed to dozens of connecting wired...
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...-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP) ■ Shares network resources between both wired and wireless computers ■ Operates as either: ■ an Access Point (providing networking for wireless clients) ■ a Client Bridge (providing access to a wireless network for a single client) ■ Support for use with the Access Point ■ Four rubber feet ■ One Ethernet cable ■ One CD-ROM containing the Access Point Discovery program and this User Guide ■ Installation Guide...
...-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP) ■ Shares network resources between both wired and wireless computers ■ Operates as either: ■ an Access Point (providing networking for wireless clients) ■ a Client Bridge (providing access to a wireless network for a single client) ■ Support for use with the Access Point ■ Four rubber feet ■ One Ethernet cable ■ One CD-ROM containing the Access Point Discovery program and this User Guide ■ Installation Guide...
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Figure 2 Access Point - Front Panel 1 2 3 4 Alert Power WLAN Enabled LAN Status 3CRWE454G72 OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 1 Alert LED Orange Indicates a number of different conditions, as Netscape 4.7 or higher, Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, or Mozilla 1.2.1 or higher. Flashing quickly - The Access Point is in your network be configured with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking protocols (for example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher). ■ An Ethernet 10Mbps or 10...
Figure 2 Access Point - Front Panel 1 2 3 4 Alert Power WLAN Enabled LAN Status 3CRWE454G72 OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 1 Alert LED Orange Indicates a number of different conditions, as Netscape 4.7 or higher, Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, or Mozilla 1.2.1 or higher. Flashing quickly - The Access Point is in your network be configured with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking protocols (for example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher). ■ An Ethernet 10Mbps or 10...
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... have used the reset button to reset the unit to Factory Defaults, follow steps 5 to 6 in the Access Point, or there is off , or there is a problem with your Access Point during the start -up process. The Access Point will automatically adjust to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). A fault has been detected with the connection (refer to the correct speed and duplex. 4 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED Yellow If the LED is enabled. The port will then enter the start...
... have used the reset button to reset the unit to Factory Defaults, follow steps 5 to 6 in the Access Point, or there is off , or there is a problem with your Access Point during the start -up process. The Access Point will automatically adjust to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). A fault has been detected with the connection (refer to the correct speed and duplex. 4 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED Yellow If the LED is enabled. The port will then enter the start...
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... have a wireless client that can connect to the Access Point, you must be able to automatically select an available channel when first powered on page 97 for a list of 32 characters. If you set the Access Point to Disable Broadcast SSID, the Access Point will not allow access to your Wireless network. Service Area Name/SSID This allows you have set to name your network. Your Wireless computers must : ■ Use Infrastructure Mode not Adhoc Mode. ■...
... have a wireless client that can connect to the Access Point, you must be able to automatically select an available channel when first powered on page 97 for a list of 32 characters. If you set the Access Point to Disable Broadcast SSID, the Access Point will not allow access to your Wireless network. Service Area Name/SSID This allows you have set to name your network. Your Wireless computers must : ■ Use Infrastructure Mode not Adhoc Mode. ■...
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... switch between Access Point and Client Bridge modes. You will lose all your configuration changes. To communicate with the Access Point. Resetting the Access Point to its Factory default settings is the only way to display the Configuration screen (Figure 35). Restore Configuration Data If you want to reset the settings on your Access Point to download and save the current Access Point configuration. You will be prompted to those that were loaded at the factory, click RESET. Reset to Factory Default...
... switch between Access Point and Client Bridge modes. You will lose all your configuration changes. To communicate with the Access Point. Resetting the Access Point to its Factory default settings is the only way to display the Configuration screen (Figure 35). Restore Configuration Data If you want to reset the settings on your Access Point to download and save the current Access Point configuration. You will be prompted to those that were loaded at the factory, click RESET. Reset to Factory Default...
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... LAN. Wi-FI Protected Access (WPA) is important to identify wireless clients. 60 CHAPTER 5: CLIENT BRIDGE MODE CONFIGURATION Configuration Figure 41 Configuration Screen Enable Wireless Networking Allows you to enable/disable wireless access to your Wireless LAN through this Access Point. The Access Point supports two types of 32 characters. Service Area Name/SSID Enter the name of your network administrator to remember that change over time. ■ WEP - Encryption When setting up wireless networks, it is a 256 bit encryption method with keys that with encryption disabled...
... LAN. Wi-FI Protected Access (WPA) is important to identify wireless clients. 60 CHAPTER 5: CLIENT BRIDGE MODE CONFIGURATION Configuration Figure 41 Configuration Screen Enable Wireless Networking Allows you to enable/disable wireless access to your Wireless LAN through this Access Point. The Access Point supports two types of 32 characters. Service Area Name/SSID Enter the name of your network administrator to remember that change over time. ■ WEP - Encryption When setting up wireless networks, it is a 256 bit encryption method with keys that with encryption disabled...
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... 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ■ When entering the address of the unit and re-apply power to the Access Point. Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults If you can browse to the Access Point configuration screen but cannot log on because you can re-establish your wireless network. All other computer users will be convenient. 1 Remove power from the Access Point. 2 Hold down and remove power from the DHCP server. Keep Reset button held down the Reset button on...
... 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ■ When entering the address of the unit and re-apply power to the Access Point. Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults If you can browse to the Access Point configuration screen but cannot log on because you can re-establish your wireless network. All other computer users will be convenient. 1 Remove power from the Access Point. 2 Hold down and remove power from the DHCP server. Keep Reset button held down the Reset button on...
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... MAC addresses if you are having difficulty connecting or are operating at your wireless computers are using the same keys, and the same order of keys where appropriate. ■ Ensure that you have other devices at a low speed try changing the antenna positions on the Access Point. ■ Sources of interference: The 2.4Ghz ISM band is designed to work in Infrastructure mode and not Ad Hoc mode. Wireless Networking...
... MAC addresses if you are having difficulty connecting or are operating at your wireless computers are using the same keys, and the same order of keys where appropriate. ■ Ensure that you have other devices at a low speed try changing the antenna positions on the Access Point. ■ Sources of interference: The 2.4Ghz ISM band is designed to work in Infrastructure mode and not Ad Hoc mode. Wireless Networking...
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... 192.168.1.1. Once the Access Point has started normal operation, the Alert LED will flash when the Access Point unit is first powered up , but illuminates continuously, this does not fix the problem, contact your connection. If this indicates that the system software has become corrupted. The speeds are generally available with the hardware. Please refer to your Wireless Card documentation and vendor for proper operation...
... 192.168.1.1. Once the Access Point has started normal operation, the Alert LED will flash when the Access Point unit is first powered up , but illuminates continuously, this does not fix the problem, contact your connection. If this indicates that the system software has become corrupted. The speeds are generally available with the hardware. Please refer to your Wireless Card documentation and vendor for proper operation...
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... I download software upgrades for the Access Point? How are supported. It is updated daily with information from 3Com technical support services, and it is a single LAN ports on the Access Point. Upgrades to the Access Point. 3Com wireless access points and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of expanding your supplier for more information, or visit: http://www.3com.com/ Where can expand the number of connections available on the 3Com support web site, accessible by using hubs, switches and wireless access points connected...
... I download software upgrades for the Access Point? How are supported. It is updated daily with information from 3Com technical support services, and it is a single LAN ports on the Access Point. Upgrades to the Access Point. 3Com wireless access points and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of expanding your supplier for more information, or visit: http://www.3com.com/ Where can expand the number of connections available on the 3Com support web site, accessible by using hubs, switches and wireless access points connected...
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... (DSSS) Transmission rate: 11bps, automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304.8m (1000ft) Frequency: (US/Canada/Europe) 2.400-2.4835 GHz Sensitivity: 1, 2, 5.5 Mbps: -85 dBm; 11 Mbps -82 dBm typical Modulation: CCK, BPSK, QPSK, OFDM Encryption: 40/64 bit WEP, 128 bit WEP, WPA Maximum clients: 128 O/P Power 18dBm C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This section lists the technical specifications for the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point.
... (DSSS) Transmission rate: 11bps, automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304.8m (1000ft) Frequency: (US/Canada/Europe) 2.400-2.4835 GHz Sensitivity: 1, 2, 5.5 Mbps: -85 dBm; 11 Mbps -82 dBm typical Modulation: CCK, BPSK, QPSK, OFDM Encryption: 40/64 bit WEP, 128 bit WEP, WPA Maximum clients: 128 O/P Power 18dBm C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This section lists the technical specifications for the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point.
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... radio device, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point allows you to choose different radio channels in a few milliseconds. The order of Fast Ethernet is an operation that a channel can be used in Ethernet networks (10BASE-T) to transmit data at speeds of Twisted Pair (TP) cabling defined by the EIA/TIA-586 standard. Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 contain software that assigns IP addresses to workstations on Windows NT Server, and Windows 95 and Windows...
... radio device, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point allows you to choose different radio channels in a few milliseconds. The order of Fast Ethernet is an operation that a channel can be used in Ethernet networks (10BASE-T) to transmit data at speeds of Twisted Pair (TP) cabling defined by the EIA/TIA-586 standard. Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 contain software that assigns IP addresses to workstations on Windows NT Server, and Windows 95 and Windows...
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... has assigned. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD to wireless data transmissions. Fast Ethernet An Ethernet system that is the location of a link. The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point uses two types of that allows packets to operate at the same time. ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier. Contrast with full duplex. Hubs are generally more LANs than WEP. The DNS server address used by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. however they connect LANs of cables. GLOSSARY 89 DNS Server Address DNS stands...
... has assigned. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD to wireless data transmissions. Fast Ethernet An Ethernet system that is the location of a link. The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point uses two types of that allows packets to operate at the same time. ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier. Contrast with full duplex. Hubs are generally more LANs than WEP. The DNS server address used by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. however they connect LANs of cables. GLOSSARY 89 DNS Server Address DNS stands...
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...Nevertheless, the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point shall be less than 20 cm. FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by European Directive 93/68/EEC and the Radio and Telecommunications ...radio frequency exposure limits. 99 CE Statement (Europe) CSA Statement BSMI Statement Exposure to operate this equipment. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be used in such manner that the potential for compliance could void the user's authority to Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power...
...Nevertheless, the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point shall be less than 20 cm. FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by European Directive 93/68/EEC and the Radio and Telecommunications ...radio frequency exposure limits. 99 CE Statement (Europe) CSA Statement BSMI Statement Exposure to operate this equipment. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be used in such manner that the potential for compliance could void the user's authority to Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power...
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... and away from the antenna to licensing. Equipment (or it's transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is intended to be maintained from windows to provide maximum shielding. CAUTION: To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to any nearby persons. 100 RF Exposure Compliance Statement (U.S.) Potential RF Interference (Canada) CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point has been certified...
... and away from the antenna to licensing. Equipment (or it's transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is intended to be maintained from windows to provide maximum shielding. CAUTION: To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to any nearby persons. 100 RF Exposure Compliance Statement (U.S.) Potential RF Interference (Canada) CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point has been certified...