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NTRODUCTION
The EAP8518 is an IEEE 802.11n access point (AP) that meets draft 2.0
standards. It is fully interoperable with older 802.11a/b/g standards,
providing a transparent, wireless high speed data communication between
the wired LAN and fixed or mobile devices. The unit includes three
detachable dual-band 2.4/5 GHz antennas with the option to attach
alternative antennas that can extend or shape the network coverage area.
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The following table describes the main hardware features of the AP.
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The EAP8518 supports up to eight Virtual Access Point (VAP) interfaces,
which allow traffic to be separated for different user groups within the
same AP service area. The VAPs can support up to a total of 64 wireless
clients, whereby the clients associate with each VAP in the same way as
they would with physically separate access points. This means that each
VAP can be configured with its own Service Set Identification (SSID),
security settings, VLAN assignments, and other parameters, allowing the
AP to serve a diverse range of client needs in an area from a single unit.
In addition, the access point offers full network management capabilities
through an easy to configure web interface, a command line interface for
Table 1: Key Hardware Features
Feature Description
Antennas Three detachable dual-band 2.4/5 GHz MIMO antennas.
LAN Port One 1000BASE-T RJ-45 port that supports a Power over Ethernet
(PoE) connection to power the device.
Console Port Console connection through an RJ-45 port with included RS-232
serial cable.
Reset Button For resetting the unit and restoring factory defaults.
LEDs Provides LED indicators for system status, wireless radio status,
and LAN port status.
Power Power over Ethernet (PoE) support through the RJ-45 Ethernet
port, or from an external AC power adapter.
Mounting Options Can be mounted on a wall, or on any horizontal surface such as a
desktop or shelf.