Installation
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Installation
Determine the best location for the Harmony 802.11a Access Point using the following
considerations:
•
The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the Access Point to the network
must not exceed 100 meters.
•
Place the Access Point indoors, on a flat, sturdy surface as far from the ground as
possible, such as on top of a desk or bookcase, keeping clear of metal obstruc-
tions and away from direct sunlight.
•
Try to centrally locate the Access Point’s antennas so that they will provide cover-
age to all of the wireless devices in the area.
•
If using Model 8571 with external antennas:
• Place the Access Point and antennas so that the antennas can be easily
connected to the Access Point.
• Use the shortest antenna cable possible; use a longer Ethernet cable if
necessary.
• You must use two antennas with the Model 8571 Access Point (but you can use
two different antennas if necessary).
Important Notice
In compliance with FCC rules and regulations, only professionally trained personnel
are qualified to install Model 8571. Model 8571 is approved for use with the following
high gain antennas:
•
Patch antenna with 7dBi gain
•
Patch antenna with 12dBi gain
•
Omni antenna with 5dBi gain
Follow these steps to install the Access Point:
1.
Place the Access Point in the desired location. If you want to mount the Access
Point to a wall or ceiling, see “Mounting Instructions” on page 22 for instructions.
Note:
If using Model 8571 with external antennas, install the antennas and cabling
before proceeding to Step #2.
2.
Connect the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the Access Point to a 10/100Base-T
network hub, switch, router, patch panel, or Harmony Power System using a
straight-through Category 5 Ethernet cable.
3.
If you are not using the Harmony Power System to supply power to the Access
Point or if you want to connect the Access Point to both the Power System and an
AC power source, use the AC power adapter included in the product package to
connect the power port on the Access Point to a working power outlet.
Note:
Use only the power adapter supplied by Proxim in the product package.
Using another power supply may damage the Access Point.
