Wireless LAN Basics
In order to set up and use your NetComm NP6800 - Wireless LAN Access Point you should have some basic understanding of both wired and wireless network technology and the various functions of the device.
WLAN devices use electromagnetic waves within a broad, unlicensed range of the radio spectrum to transmit and receive Frequency Modulation (FM) radio signals. WLAN devices generate a carrier wave and modulate this signal using various techniques. In this way, digital data can then be superimposed onto the carrier signal. The radio signal carries data to wireless- capable devices within its range. The antennas of
Wireless LANs support the same network applications that are used on wired Ethernet LANs. The NetComm NP6800 - Wireless LAN Access Point may be used on laptop and desktop computer systems and support the same protocols as Ethernet adaptors. For most users, there is no noticeable functional difference between a desktop workstation
Your NetComm NP6800 - Wireless LAN Access Point providea a link between the WLAN and a wired Ethernet network and its resources.
Ad-Hoc (IBSS) Mode
Connecting to other network devices, without access points, to form a
Infrastructure (ESS or 802.11-Station) Mode
In Infrastructure (ESS or
A Windows based utility is supplied to select the operational mode and to generally monitor and configure, the NetComm NP6800 - Wireless LAN Access Point.
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