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8. Enable the radio(s) using the Radio Enable checkbox(es). If using a single radio model,
enable the radio, then select either 802.11a (5 GHz) or 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) from the RF Band
of Operation field. Only one RF band option at a time is permissible in a single-radio model.
If using a dual-radio AP-5131, the user can enable both RF bands.
9. Select the WLAN #1 tab (WLANs 1 - 4 are available within the Quick Setup screen) to define
its ESSID security scheme for basic operation.
a. Enter the Extended Services Set Identification (ESSID) and name associated with the
WLAN.
b. Use the Available On checkboxes to define whether the target WLAN is operating over
the 802.11a or 802.11b/g radio. Ensure the radio selected has been enabled (see step 8).
c. Even an AP-5131 configured with minimal values must protect its data against theft and
corruption. A security policy should be configured for WLAN1 as part of the basic
configuration outlined in this guide. A security policy can be configured for the WLAN
from within the Quick Setup screen. Policies can be defined over time and saved to be
used as needed as the AP-5131’s security requirements change. Symbol recommends
you familiarize yourself with the security options available on the AP-5131 before
defining a security policy. Refer to
Configuring Basic AP-5131 Security on page -30 .
10. Click Apply to save any changes to the AP-5131 Quick Setup screen. Navigating away from
the screen without clicking Apply results in all changes to the screens being lost, unless you
use the
Un-applied Changes pop-up window to overwrite the current settings.
11. Click Undo Changes (if necessary) to undo any changes made. Undo Changes reverts the
settings displayed on the AP-5131 Quick Setup screen to the last saved configuration.
NOTE A maximum of 16 WLANs are configurable within the AP-5131 Wireless
Configuration screen. The limitation of 16 WLANs exists regardless of
whether the AP-5131 has a single or dual-radio.