MST ImPact WAP, User Manual

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Chapter
1
Introduction
This chapter presents the features and functions of ImPact Wireless
Access Point (WAP) and shows how it is integrated within a network.
Topics:
• Hardware Overview
Mine Site Technologies' ImPact WAP is a 802.11 b/g wireless access
point. It is used in conjunction with the ImPact Wireless Network
• System Layout
• Connectivity
Switch, providing a wireless network for surface and hard rock mining
environments. The WAP forms part of the ImPact network
infrastructure where voice, tracking, video and process control
applications can be used to enhance mining safety and communications.
The WAP has the following features:
• 10/100 Ethernet port
• 802.11b/g wireless radio
• Rugged enclosure meeting IP66 standards
•
AeroScout
®
Tag reading capability, allowing real time tracking of
assets and personnel
• Low power design, with a wide input voltage from 10-50VDC
• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support for remote
monitoring
• Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for wireless VLAN trunking
with other ImPact network devices.
For detailed specifications on the WAP, refer to Specifications on page
87.
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