ZyXEL Communications Network Device NXC-8160s, Quick Start Manual, Page: 2 / 67

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Overview
The NXC-8160 is a Power over Ethernet (PoE) WLAN controller that supplies power to the
attached access points (APs) via an Ethernet cable. You can connect up to eight APs to
extend your wireless network. You configure all wireless and wireless security settings on
the NXC-8160. The NXC-8160 provides wireless connectivity to your wired network
through the APs. The APs need no configuration and act as an antenna on the NXC-8160.
This guide shows you how to:
1 Make initial hardware connections
2 Access the web configurator
3 Configure the wireless and wireless security settings
4 Deploy the NXC-8160 in your network
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