Proxim 7920, 7921 manual Introduction

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1. Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the RangeLAN2 792x Ethernet Adapter, a member of the RangeLAN2 family. As with all members of the RangeLAN2 family, the Ethernet Adapter is a long range, high performance LAN product that allows Ethernet- ready devices to communicate wirelessly with networked com- puters.

The RangeLAN2 792x Ethernet Adapter was designed to be a “plug and play” product. External rotary switches allow you to configure your Ethernet Adapter manually. In many cases, you will not even need to run any software to configure it. However, if you need to change the software parameters, you will find the configuration tool easy to use. In no time, you will have a wireless connection to your network’s application software, printing, e-mail, and other network services!

This wireless adapter allows for easy expandability of your wireless network, increasing range and facilitating mobility applications. It operates at the Data Link level (layer 2) of the OSI model providing an Ethernet-ready device with protocol- independent access into an existing RangeLAN2 network.

Proxim is the leading supplier of spread spectrum radio network- ing technology for local area environments. Proxim’s un- matched spread spectrum networking expertise, combined with the company’s extensive experience serving the communication needs of the mobile computing user, have kept Proxim at the forefront of the emerging wireless market.

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Contents Page Copyright FCC Warning Contents Performance Hints Page Introduction RangeLAN2 Family Product Package System RequirementsRangeLAN2 792x Ethernet Adapter Components Quick Installation Attachment of the RangeLAN2 Ethernet Adapter Antenna Page Page Ad Hoc Wireless TopologiesSingle Ethernet AP InfrastructureRoaming on Ethernet LAN Light Overlap Roaming on Ethernet LAN- Heavy Overlap Page Workgroup Concentrator Workgroup ConcentratorPage Repeating Understanding the Hardware Rotary Switches LED Indicators Ethernet LED Radio LED Page Link LED Master LED Override LED 10BASE-T Connector Specification Serial Port Specification Serial Port Specification Mounting Options Antenna OptionsMounting Holes Displaying the Configuration Menu Software ConfigurationPage Following four chapters detail the sub-menus, shown above Page Radio Configuration Menu Radio Parameters Menu Parameter Name Range DefaultPage Page Page Page Page Page Advanced Configuration Menu 300 Advanced ParametersPage Page Display Parameter Values AC O ptim ize View Statistics Ethernet Statistics Synchronized To StatisticRadio Statistics Microwave Ovens Performance HintsRange Page How to Obtain Help with Your Product Installation TroubleshootingFixed Node Filtering on RangeLAN2 Access Points Page Model 753x, operating in TB or Single-Ring SR/TB mode LED Error Codes How do I know if Commonly Asked Technical Support QuestionsPossible Solution/Answer Menu Structure Ubcha nnel Ta tion T ype Page Page Radio Parameters ParametersAdvanced Configuration Parameters Procedure for Downloading New Software Page Glossary Page How to Reach Technical Support Operating Temperature -20C to +60C S. SpecificationsIndex Filter Fixed Nodes. See Fixed Node Filtering See also Configuration Menu Xmodem