Installing an MP—Model MP-241, MP-252, and MP-262
Chapter 3
Installing and Connecting an MP
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Figure 36. Step 2—Installing the Rubber Feet
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Insert the Cat 5 cable(s) into the connector(s):
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For a single connection, use the connector for port 1.
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For a dual-homed connection, insert one cable into each connector.
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Place the MP access point in the desired location on the table.
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If the MP requires an external antenna, install and connect the antenna. (See
“Connecting an MP to an External Antenna” on page 47.)
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If the other ends of the Cat 5 cable(s) are not already connected to an MX
switch and the link activated, go to “Connecting an MP to an MX Switch” on
page 48. Otherwise, go to “Verifying MP Health” on page 51.
Connecting an MP to an External Antenna
The 802.11b/g radio in model MP-262 requires a Trapeze external antenna. To
install the antenna, see the instructions that come with the antenna.
To connect the installed antenna to model MP-262:
Caution!
The external antenna must be installed at least 20 cm from the MP
access point.
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