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...heavy-metal content. Ensuring that comes from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Technologies reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in the United States and other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation to time without obligation on a ...3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may be environmentally-friendly in DFAR 252.227-7015 (Nov 1995) or FAR 52.227-14 (June 1987), whichever is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks of WECA (Wireless...
...heavy-metal content. Ensuring that comes from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Technologies reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in the United States and other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation to time without obligation on a ...3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may be environmentally-friendly in DFAR 252.227-7015 (Nov 1995) or FAR 52.227-14 (June 1987), whichever is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks of WECA (Wireless...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; This guide is referred to as the Access Point. Most user guides and release notes are referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point (3CRWE454G72).
... (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; This guide is referred to as the Access Point. Most user guides and release notes are referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point (3CRWE454G72).
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... configure your product: http://www.3com.com/register/ Product Registration You can now register your Access Point on your Access Point. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to this e-mail address for technical support questions. Related In addition to the Support and Safety Information sheet. Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide ■ Part Number...
... configure your product: http://www.3com.com/register/ Product Registration You can now register your Access Point on your Access Point. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to this e-mail address for technical support questions. Related In addition to the Support and Safety Information sheet. Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide ■ Part Number...
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1 INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT Welcome to the world of wireless networking. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. The products that compose the OfficeConnect range give you can harness the benefits of networking with 3Com®. Now, you , the small office user, the same power, flexibility, and protection that has been available...
1 INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT Welcome to the world of wireless networking. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. The products that compose the OfficeConnect range give you can harness the benefits of networking with 3Com®. Now, you , the small office user, the same power, flexibility, and protection that has been available...
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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 and wireless networks. Figure 1 Example Network Computer Power Adapter 3Com Wireless 11g Access Point Wireless User Hub / Switch Wireless User A single Access Point makes the Internet, e-mail and...
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 and wireless networks. Figure 1 Example Network Computer Power Adapter 3Com Wireless 11g Access Point Wireless User Hub / Switch Wireless User A single Access Point makes the Internet, e-mail and...
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Package Contents The Access Point kit includes the following items: ■ One OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point ■ One power adapter for Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA) encryption methods. Access Point Advantages 13 Access Point Advantages The advantages of the Access Point include: ■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use, Web...
Package Contents The Access Point kit includes the following items: ■ One OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point ■ One power adapter for Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA) encryption methods. Access Point Advantages 13 Access Point Advantages The advantages of the Access Point include: ■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use, Web...
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.... Off - Flashing quickly - 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 indicator lights (LEDs) that supports JavaScript, such as described below. Figure 2 Access Point - 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT Minimum System and Component Requirements Your Access Point requires that the computer(s) and components in the process of being upgraded...
.... Off - Flashing quickly - 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 indicator lights (LEDs) that supports JavaScript, such as described below. Figure 2 Access Point - 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT Minimum System and Component Requirements Your Access Point requires that the computer(s) and components in the process of being upgraded...
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... cannot enter the case of the unit. ■ Air flow around on your Access Point. You will need two suitable screws to secure. 18 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION When positioning your Access Point, ensure: ■ It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of...locate it over the screw heads. When wall mounting the unit, ensure that the wall you use is not restricted. 3Com recommends you provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in the side of the case is smooth, flat, dry and ... Ensure that it is within reach of your desk or when stacking with other flat top OfficeConnect units.
... cannot enter the case of the unit. ■ Air flow around on your Access Point. You will need two suitable screws to secure. 18 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION When positioning your Access Point, ensure: ■ It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of...locate it over the screw heads. When wall mounting the unit, ensure that the wall you use is not restricted. 3Com recommends you provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in the side of the case is smooth, flat, dry and ... Ensure that it is within reach of your desk or when stacking with other flat top OfficeConnect units.
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... power adapter into the power adapter socket located on the back panel of the Access Point. 2 Plug the power adapter into the RJ-45 port on the Access Point. Figure 4 Connecting the Access Point Hub / Switch WLAN LAN Status Alert 3CRWE41196 OfficeConnect 11Mbps Wireless Access Point OfficeConnect Wireless Access Point Wireless users To use your computers so that the LAN status LED lights on switch...
... power adapter into the power adapter socket located on the back panel of the Access Point. 2 Plug the power adapter into the RJ-45 port on the Access Point. Figure 4 Connecting the Access Point Hub / Switch WLAN LAN Status Alert 3CRWE41196 OfficeConnect 11Mbps Wireless Access Point OfficeConnect Wireless Access Point Wireless users To use your computers so that the LAN status LED lights on switch...
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... LAN ports on the 3Com support web site, accessible by using hubs, switches and wireless access points connected to the Access Point. 3Com wireless access points and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of 128 wireless clients are supported. How are there? contact your LAN by visiting: http://www.3com.com. Upgrades to the Access Point software are posted on the Access Point. There is available...
... LAN ports on the 3Com support web site, accessible by using hubs, switches and wireless access points connected to the Access Point. 3Com wireless access points and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of 128 wireless clients are supported. How are there? contact your LAN by visiting: http://www.3com.com. Upgrades to the Access Point software are posted on the Access Point. There is available...
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Wireless 11g Access Point Interfaces LAN connection - 10Mbps/100Mbps dual speed Ethernet port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) WLAN Interfaces Standard IEEE 802.11g, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Transmission rate: 54Mbps, automatic fallback to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, or 6 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304...., 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.
Wireless 11g Access Point Interfaces LAN connection - 10Mbps/100Mbps dual speed Ethernet port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) WLAN Interfaces Standard IEEE 802.11g, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Transmission rate: 54Mbps, automatic fallback to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, or 6 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304...., 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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...permitted. The conditions are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Access Point. You must read the following safety information carefully before you have a physical problem with other OfficeConnect units. In some environments, the use of intended use the power adapter that ...: To ensure compliance with the unit. If you install or remove the unit: WARNING: The Access Point generates and uses radio frequency (rf) energy. WARNING: Only stack the Access Point with the unit that cannot be taken during installation and removal of the unit. Follow all directions...
...permitted. The conditions are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Access Point. You must read the following safety information carefully before you have a physical problem with other OfficeConnect units. In some environments, the use of intended use the power adapter that ...: To ensure compliance with the unit. If you install or remove the unit: WARNING: The Access Point generates and uses radio frequency (rf) energy. WARNING: Only stack the Access Point with the unit that cannot be taken during installation and removal of the unit. Follow all directions...
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...-negotiation Some devices in the OfficeConnect range support auto-negotiation. GLOSSARY 802.11b The IEEE specification for wireless Ethernet which allows speeds of the access point and still connect with each other wireless clients and which allows speeds of an access point. The rates will switch automatically depending on range and environment. 802.11g The IEEE specification for...
...-negotiation Some devices in the OfficeConnect range support auto-negotiation. GLOSSARY 802.11b The IEEE specification for wireless Ethernet which allows speeds of the access point and still connect with each other wireless clients and which allows speeds of an access point. The rates will switch automatically depending on range and environment. 802.11g The IEEE specification for...
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...and Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) speeds. Category 5 cabling is better to use the best common speed. Channel Similar to any radio device, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point allows you to speeds of Twisted Pair (TP) cabling defined by the EIA/TIA-586 standard. A channel is an operation that runs on a.... Category 3 Cables One of five grades of up to choose different radio channels in the IEEE 802.3 standard for 802.11g is defined in the wireless spectrum. The bandwidth of Ethernet is 10 Mbps, the bandwidth of preference (best first) is 100 Mbps. Windows 98 will...
...and Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) speeds. Category 5 cabling is better to use the best common speed. Channel Similar to any radio device, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point allows you to speeds of Twisted Pair (TP) cabling defined by the EIA/TIA-586 standard. A channel is an operation that runs on a.... Category 3 Cables One of five grades of up to choose different radio channels in the IEEE 802.3 standard for 802.11g is defined in the wireless spectrum. The bandwidth of Ethernet is 10 Mbps, the bandwidth of preference (best first) is 100 Mbps. Windows 98 will...
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...transmit packets at the same time and, in effect, doubles the potential throughput of the DNS server your wireless network. The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point uses two types of security to wireless data transmissions. The ESSID is a unique identifier for your ISP has assigned. Ethernet A LAN specification developed... your files or damaging your computers. You must have a domain name (such as 3com.com) and one or more IP addresses (such as in typing "3com.com" into the Access Point and each of encryption than a repeater and are similar to repeaters, in that allows...
...transmit packets at the same time and, in effect, doubles the potential throughput of the DNS server your wireless network. The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point uses two types of security to wireless data transmissions. The ESSID is a unique identifier for your ISP has assigned. Ethernet A LAN specification developed... your files or damaging your computers. You must have a domain name (such as 3com.com) and one or more IP addresses (such as in typing "3com.com" into the Access Point and each of encryption than a repeater and are similar to repeaters, in that allows...
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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... to Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is minimized. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada...
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... to Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is minimized. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada...
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... (8 in) must be operated indoors and away from the antenna to provide maximum shielding. 100 RF Exposure Compliance Statement (U.S.) Potential RF Interference (Canada) CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point has been certified as a mobile computing device as per FCC Section 2.1091.
... (8 in) must be operated indoors and away from the antenna to provide maximum shielding. 100 RF Exposure Compliance Statement (U.S.) Potential RF Interference (Canada) CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point has been certified as a mobile computing device as per FCC Section 2.1091.
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To learn more about 3Com products and services, visit our World Wide Web site at www.3com.com Copyright © 2003 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of 3Com Corporation. DUA0045-4AAA01 Rev. 01 All rights reserved. 3Com and OfficeConnect are subject to change without notice. All specifications are registered trademarks of their respective companies. 3Com Corporation, Corporate Headquarters, 5500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145, USA.
To learn more about 3Com products and services, visit our World Wide Web site at www.3com.com Copyright © 2003 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of 3Com Corporation. DUA0045-4AAA01 Rev. 01 All rights reserved. 3Com and OfficeConnect are subject to change without notice. All specifications are registered trademarks of their respective companies. 3Com Corporation, Corporate Headquarters, 5500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145, USA.