Introduction and Hardware Overview
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ProSAFE Dual Band Wireless AC Access Point Model WAC740
Overview
Model WAC740 is intended as a controller-managed access point for centralized
management with a NETGEAR wireless controller from small (WC7500) to mid-size
(WC7600) and large-size (WC9500) deployment. The access point operates with Multi-user
MIMO (MU-MIMO), provides concurrent operation in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radio bands,
and can achieve speeds up to 600 Mbps for 2.4 GHz network and up to 1.7 Gbps for 5 GHz
networks.
The access point provides one Power over Ethernet plus (PoE+) port (LAN port 1) that can
support up to 2.5 Gbps of throughput, enabling a single connection to a 2.5 Gbps–capable
switch such as the NETGEAR M4200 Series ProSAFE Managed Switch.
The second LAN port (LAN port 2) is intended for a LAG configuration, which enables the
throughput to exceed 1 Gbps even if a 2.5 Gbps–capable switch is not present on the other
end.
Note:
Because model WAC740 is not intended as a standalone access point,
NETGEAR does not provide a separate user manual for this access
point. You must configure the access point through a NETGEAR wireless
controller. For information about configuring the access point, see the
ProSAFE Wireless Controller Models WC7500, WC7600, WC7600v2,
and WC9500 User Manual
, which you can download by visiting
downloadcenter.netgear.com
.
Unpack Your Access Point
Your package contains the following items:
•
Dual Band Wireless AC Access Point Model WAC740
•
Category 5e Ethernet cable
•
Installation guide
•
Ceiling and wall installation kit
•
Ceiling and wall installation guide
Note:
A power adapter is not included in the package. A power adapter is
required if you do not provide PoE+ power to the access point.
Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if any parts are missing or damaged.
Visit the NETGEAR website at
netgear.com/support/contact.aspx
for the telephone number
of customer support in your area.
