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How to Use This Guide
This guide includes detailed information on the Access Point (AP) hardware,
including network ports, power, cabling requirements, as well as plug-in
transceivers. This guide also provides general installation guidelines and
recommended procedures. To deploy this AP effectively and ensure trouble-free
operation, you should first read the relevant sections in this guide so that you are
familiar with all its hardware components.
Who Should Read This
Guide?
This guide is for network administrators and support personnel that install, operate
and maintain network equipment. The guide assumes a basic working knowledge
of LANs (Local Area Networks) and can be read by those that are new to network
equipment, or those with more experience.
How This Guide is
Organized
This organization of this guide is based on the AP’s main hardware components.
Each chapter includes information about a specific component with relevant
specifications and installation procedures. An AP overview section is also provided.
For Users New to APs
— If you are new to APs, it is recommended that you first
read all chapters in this guide before installing the AP.
For Experienced Users
— If you are already familiar with installing and operating
network APs, Chapters 1 and 2 provide you with enough information to install the
AP. Other chapters can be left for reference, when needed.
The guide includes these chapters:
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Chapter 1 - Access Point Overview
— Includes an AP overview, key component
identification, and key technical specifications.
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Chapter 2 - Installation Overview
— Includes information on the package
contents, system configuration, and an outline of AP installation tasks.
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— Includes AP installaion for pole or wall, and external
antenna connection.
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Chapter 4 - Power and Grounding
— Includes information on PoE power for the
unit, AP grounding, and powering on the AP.
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Chapter 5 - Network Connections
— Includes information on network
interfaces, installing optional transceivers, and cabling specifications.