Product Overview and Deployment Guidelines
Local Area Network Guidelines
Cisco Small Business WRP400 Administration Guide
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Local Area Network Guidelines
This section offers guidelines for setting up your Local Area Network (LAN).
NOTE
As you design your network, be aware that the WRP400 is intended for deployment
in a very small business. The router is designed to handle the data, voice, and video
traffic that would be expected by office personnel who use the Internet to find data,
conduct phone conversations, transmit email, and participate in videoconferences.
For large-scale operations with heavy data, voice, and video requirements,
consider other models of Cisco Small Business routers.
Power, Cabling and Telephone Lines
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AC outlets:
Ensure there is an AC outlet available for every network device that
requires AC power.
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The WRP400 requires power, and Ethernet switches (optional) require
power.
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Some analog telephones require AC power.
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Ethernet cabling:
If an Internet access device is present, you will need to
connect it to the WRP400 with an Ethernet cable. You also will need Ethernet
cable for any devices that do not have wireless connectivity. It is
recommended that Ethernet cables are UTP Cat5e or better.
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PSTN lines:
Ensure that the lines are operative and that any features, such as
caller identification, operate properly before starting the installation.
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UPS:
It is strongly recommended that you included an Uninterrupted Power
Supply (UPS) mechanism in your network to ensure continuous operation
during a power failure. Connect all essential devices, including the Internet
access device, WRP400, and the Ethernet switch (if present).
Basic Services and Equipment
The following basic services and equipment are required:
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An Integrated access device or modem for broadband access to the Internet
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Business grade Internet service
