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2-4 Hardware Installation
Before installing the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point, you should make sure tha t your
Ethernet network is up and working with a computer. You'll be connecting the access point to
the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11 g wireless adapters will be able to
communicate with computers on the Ethernet network.
Please take the fo llowing steps to successfully to set up the 802.11g Access Point.
Note:
We suggest you first install the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point with default
settings.
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Site Selection
Before installation, it is very important to decide on the location of the 802.11g SMB
Wireless Access Point. Proper placement of the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point is
critical to ensure optimum radio range and performance. Typically, the best location to
place the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point at your site is the center of yo ur wireless
coverage area. Try to place your mobile stations within the line of sight. Obstructions
may impede performance of the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point.
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802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point Placement
You can place the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point on a flat surface such as a table
or cabinet, or mount the unit on a vertical surface like a wall. The integrated antenna of
your Access Point performs best in an open environment with as few obstructions as
possible. In most situations placing the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point will provide
satisfactory performance results.
Note:
We suggest you configure and verify the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point
operations first before you are planning to mount the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access
Point on a wall or in a remote location.
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Connect the Ethernet Cable
The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point supports 10/100M Ethernet connection.
Attach your UTP Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector on the 802.11g SMB Wireless
Access Point. Then connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a hub or a station.