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Installing the
Actiontec 802.11b Access Point
This equipment is designed with utmost care for the safety of those who install
and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock
and static electricity when working with electronic equipment. All guidelines of
this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be followed at all
times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Physical installation of the
Actiontec 802.11b Wireless Access Point
For best performance, and range, the
Action
tec 802..11b Access point needs to be
placed in an upright vertical position with the antennae extended up as shown in
figure 4.
Installing the
Actiontec 802.11b Access Point
Important Notice
This device is a 2.4 GHz low power RF device intended for home and office use
in all EU member states except in France where restrictive use applies. For further
information, refer to “Regulatory notes and statements”
Figure 4
Actiontec 802.11b Wireless Access Point
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Introduction to Wireless Networks
3.
For further functionality and security, the
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point can
be configured using the
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point KickStart software
utility and the Web Interface
4.
Install the wireless client computer(s).
Connecting an Access Point directly to a computer
Your
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point can be connected directly to your comput-
er as shown in figure 3.
Note:
Refer to the appropriate user manual for successful installation of your wire-
less network.
Follow these steps to connect your
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point directly to
your computer:
1.
Install a network interface card (NIC) in the computer you want to connect the
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point to.
2.
Configure the IP settings for this client.
3.
Install the Access Point.
Note:
For this connection you need to use a cross-wired Ethernet cable.
4.
You can now use the wireless network.
5.
For further functionality and security, the
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point can
be configured using the
Action
tec 802.11b Access Point KickStart software
utility and the Web Interface.
6.
Install the wireless client computer(s).
Figure 3. Connecting Directly to a Computer
