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11Mbps IEEE802.11 Products

WAP-1900 / WAP-2000

Wireless LAN Access Point


Chapter 2. Hardware Installation

This chapter describes initial setup of the Access Point.

2.1 Product Kit

Before installation, make sure that you the following items:

If any of the above items are not included or damaged, please contact your local dealer for support.


2.2 System Requirements

Installation of the 11Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point requires:

  1. An AC power outlet (100~240V, 50~60Hz) which supplies the power for the Access Point.
  2. A 10/100 Base-T (UTP) Ethernet cable drop.

Note: (Only if you want to re-configure the WAP-2000 instead of using factory default configuration…) A PC with an available RS-232C port runs the configuration program.


2.3 Mechanical Description

Top panel of the Access Point:

The following table provides an overview of each LED activity:

LED Definition Activity Description
PWR Continuous Green Power enabled
AP Continuous Green The Access Point is in AP mode and ready in service.

WLAN

Flashing Green

Off: No wireless activity
Flashing: Wireless RX/TX activity
LAN Flashing Green Off: No Ethernet traffic activity
Flashing: Wired Ethernet LAN traffic activity
LINK Continuous Green Off: No station connected to the Access Point
On: With one or more stations associated to the Access Point

Back panel of the WAP-2000:

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Power Socket `The power adapter plugs into the socket labeled “POWER”.
Ethernet Ports The 11Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point supports two types of Ethernet ports: RJ-45 MDI daisy-chain port (labeled “MDI”) and RJ-45 MDI-X station port (labeled “MDI-X”). To connect the Access Point to a hub, use the MDI port; to connect the Access Point to a computer/station, use the MDI-X port. Both connection ports are used with a straight-through UTP cable. Please note that, these two RJ-45 ports cannot be used at the same time.

The four LEDs (100M/Link/Tx/Rx) next to the Ethernet ports indicate the Ethernet physical link status. The ‘Link’ LED is a good indicator for to see if you have proper Ethernet connection.

RS-232 Port (Console Port) The RS-232 port is used for configuring the Access Point. Use a null-modem RS-232 cable when you desire to configure the Access Point under console mode. See the section “Access Point Console”  for detailed information.

Back panel of the WAP-1900:

WAP-1900 Rear Panel

Power Socket `The power adapter plugs into the socket labeled “POWER”.
Ethernet Ports The 11Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point can connect to a hub/switch through the MDI port to any numbered (MDI-X) port on the hub/switch. The required wire is a RJ-45 plug, straight-through UTP cable. Please note that, this port can not connect to the any analog device or your local phone line.

The two LEDs (100M/Link/Tx/Rx) next to the Ethernet ports indicate the Ethernet physical link status. The ‘Link’ LED is a good indicator for to see if you have proper Ethernet connection.

Default The default button is used to set the WAP-1900 to default setting and restart again.

2.4 Hardware Install

Take the following steps to set up your Access Point.

Before installation, determine the Access Point location. Proper placement of the Access Point is critical to ensure optimum radio range and performance. You may use the Site Survey and Access Points Browser utility (The utilities included with the wireless PC Card) to choose a proper placement for your Access Point. Typically, the best location to place your Access Point at your site is the center of your wireless coverage area. Try to place your mobile stations within the line of sight. Obstructions may impede performance of the Access Point.

The 11Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point supports 10/100M Ethernet connection. Attach your UTP Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector on the Access Point. Then connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a hub or a station. Please be aware that, use the MDI port to connect the Access Point to a hub. Otherwise, please use the MDI-X port (WAP-2000) to connect the Access Point to a computer/station.

Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the Access Point, and plug the other end of the power into an electrical outlet. The Access Point will be powered on and all five indicators on the top panel will flash in sequence to test the functionality of the indicators.

NOTE: ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the Access Point. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.

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