Linksys WAP54GPE manual Ground the Access Point

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6.Make sure that you properly ground the Access Point.

7.Line up the Access Point’s wall-mount slots with the two screws on the wall. Then, slide the Access Point down so that the screws fit snugly in the slots.

8.Attach a screw (not included) in each of the two holes on the top of the mounting plate so that the Access Point is securely mounted to the wall.

9.Connect the other end of the Ethernet network cable to a switch, router, or other device that supports Power over Ethernet. The Access Point will then be connected to your wired network.

Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point," for directions on how to configure the Access Point.

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point

Figure 4-3: Ground the Access Point

Figure 4-4: Attach the Access Point to the Wall

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions List of Figures 15 Wireless Advanced Wireless Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Network Layout Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingExample of a Simple Wireless Network LEDs Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointWireless Receiving data from a wireless deviceAntenna That supports Power over Ethernet PoEPorts EthernetReset Button Ground Reset Button and GroundInternal Antenna Pattern Horizontal Plane Antenna Pattern Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Hardware Installation Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointOverview Ground the Access Point Accessing the Utility Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointNavigating the Utility SetupWireless Enter the Host Name and IP Address settings on this screenAdministration AP ModeStatus IP Settings Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointSetup Tab Network SetupTime Setup Time TabWireless Network Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless-G Exterior Access Point WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSK Wireless Wireless Security TabWireless Security DisabledWPA2-Personal Mixed WPA2-PersonalWPA2-Enterprise WPA-EnterpriseWPA2-Enterprise Mixed 11 Wireless Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise MixedRadius Wireless Connection Control Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabSelect MAC Address From Networked Computers Advanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point MAC Address AP Mode Tab17 Wireless Repeater Wireless Repeater18 Site Survey Local AP Password Administration Management TabAP Password Web AccessWireless-G Exterior Access Point Log Administration Log TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point Firmware Upgrade Administration Factory Default TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Factory DefaultReboot Administration Reboot TabOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Config Management Administration Config Management TabInformation Status Local Network TabLocal Network 26 Status Wireless Status Wireless TabSystem Performance WiredWireless Status System Performance TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Firmware UpgradeShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3af Appendix F SpecificationsModel StandardsExternal antenna is sold separately Operating HumidityStorage Humidity To 95%, Non-CondensingLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Linksys Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys? Information section in this Guide