SMC Networks SMC2755W manual Network Topologies, Ad-hoc Wireless LAN no AP or Bridge

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NETWORK CONFIGURATION AND PLANNING

Network Topologies

Ad-hoc Wireless LAN (no AP or Bridge)

An ad-hoc wireless LAN consists of a group of computers, each equipped with a wireless adapter, connected via radio signals as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific ad-hoc wireless LAN must therefore be configured to the same radio channel. An ad-hoc wireless LAN can be used for a branch office or SOHO operation.

Ad-hoc Wireless LAN

Notebook with

Wireless USB Adapter

Notebook with

Wireless PC Card

PC with Wireless

PCI Adapter

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Contents EZ ConnectTM Page EZ ConnectTM User Guide Trademarks CopyrightLimited Warranty Limited Warranty Industry Canada Class B CompliancesFCC Class B Compliances Package Checklist EZ Connect 802.11A Wireless Access PointEthernet Compatibility Radio CharacteristicsHardware Description Frequently changing environments ApplicationsLED LED IndicatorsSystem Requirements SMC2755W Top Panel Hardware InstallationSMC2755W Rear Panel System Configuration Windows Installation 98/2000/Me/NT/XP Setup Wizard System Configuration EZ Connect 802.11A Wireless Access Point Standard WEP Setup screen. Default Open System Bit Manual Entry Advanced Setup Identification Channel Performance Synchronization Transmit Threshold TCP / IP Settings Page Encryption Authentication TypeAdvanced WEP Setup Using MAC Filter System Change PasswordStatus Factory DefaultUpgrade Firmware AP Configuration Access Point StatusAP Statistics Connected Station StatusAP SME Station Management Entity Station Configuration Station SME Station Statistics Network Configuration and Planning Network Topologies Ad-hoc Wireless LAN no AP or BridgeInfrastructure Wireless LAN Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs Troubleshooting Important Notice Limited-lifetime warrantySpecifications Modulation/Rates Sensitivity dBm SensitivityModulation 15-5.25GHZ 25-5.35GHZ DBm ModulationOutput Power Power supplyWeight LED IndicatorsWarranty SafetyEmissions StandardsTerminology EZ Connect 802.11A Wireless Access Point Page For Technical SUPPORT, Call