3Com 11 Mbps manual Conducting a Site Survey

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Using the Configuration Management System

25

Changing Access Point Properties

26

 

 

Setting Network Properties

26

 

 

 

Setting Data Transmission Properties

 

27

 

Setting Advanced Data Transmission Properties

28

Setting up Security

29

 

 

 

 

Security Settings

 

29

 

 

 

 

Access Point Encryption Settings

30

 

Setting up a User Access List 30

 

 

 

Setting up a MAC Address Access List

31

 

Defining RADIUS Servers

31

 

 

 

Configuring for SNMP Management

 

31

 

Defining a TFTP Server

32

 

 

 

Setting up a System Log

32

 

 

 

Upgrading the System

32

 

 

 

Changing the Administration Password

33

 

Restoring Factory Defaults

33

 

 

 

Resetting the Access Point

33

 

 

 

Backing up Configurations

33

 

 

 

Restoring Configurations

33

 

 

 

Viewing Statistics

34

 

 

 

 

Viewing System Status

35

 

 

 

5CONDUCTING A SITE SURVEY

Before You Begin

37

 

 

 

Choosing Trial Locations

 

37

 

Environmental Requirements

37

Electrical Requirements

38

 

Summary of the Survey Procedure

38

Using the Site Survey Tool

39

 

Setting up Equipment

39

 

Launching the Tool

39

 

Configuring the Survey

39

 

Running the Tests

39

 

 

Interpreting Test Results

 

40

 

Site Survey Menus

41

 

 

 

6TROUBLESHOOTING

ATECHNICAL SUPPORT

Online Technical Services

45

 

World Wide Web Site

45

 

3Com Knowledgebase Web Services

45

3Com FTP Site

45

 

 

Support from Your Network Supplier

46

Support from 3Com

46

 

 

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Contents Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point User Guide Version3Com Corporation Bayfront PlazaSanta Clara, California 95052-8145Contents Conducting a Site Survey Regulatory Compliance Information Index Page Access Point 8000 Feature Summary IntroductionInstallation Overview Management toolsInstallation Overview Page Installing the Access Point Deciding Where toBefore You Begin Place EquipmentConnecting Placing the AccessAttached before the access point is installed Standard AntennaPlacing the Access Point SET Connecting Power Connecting to an Ethernet NetworkChecking the LEDs As shown belowOmnidirectional Antenna Model number 3CWE490 3CWE492 3CWE497 3CWE498Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna Ceiling Mount Hallway AntennaDirectional Panel Antenna Side Installing Software Utilities Page Authentication Access Point SecurityUpper-Layer Access Point Security Using the Wireless 802.1x RadiusSupport 802.1x AgentEAP-MD5 Using the Wireless 802.1x Agent Page Configuring the Access Point Installing the Device3Com 11 Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point 8000 Configuration ManagerClick Configure Using Display help on the contents of thatConfiguration Management SystemSetting Network Properties Transmission Setting DataProperties Setting Advanced Data TransmissionSetting up Security Setting up a User Access ListSaved passwords on the clients ListSetting up a MAC Address Access ListDefining Radius ServersSetting up a Defining a Tftp ServerSystem Log Upgrading the SystemAdministration PasswordDefaults Resetting the AccessViewing Statistics Viewing System Status Configuring the Access Point Conducting a Site Survey Choosing TrialLocations EnvironmentalSurvey Procedure SummarySite Survey Tool Setting up EquipmentLaunching the Tool Interpreting Test ResultsSite Survey Menus LAN Site Survey windowPage Troubleshooting Symptom SolutionsContinue to configure the access point using the old IP Technical Support ServicesOnline Technical Country Telephone Number Asia, Pacific Rim Country Telephone Number Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe and South AfricaLatin America North AmericaCountry Telephone Number Fax Number Regulatory Compliance Information European Community CE Index Snmp management

11 Mbps specifications

3Com 11 Mbps was a pivotal product in the evolution of networking technology, paving the way for wireless communications as we know them today. Introduced in the late 1990s, this wireless LAN (Local Area Network) product utilized the IEEE 802.11 standard, which defined the protocols for wireless networking. Operating at a maximum data rate of 11 megabits per second, it offered users a revolutionary means of connecting devices without the constraints of physical cabling.

One of the main features of the 3Com 11 Mbps solution was its simplicity and ease of installation. Unlike traditional wired networks that involved intricate setups of cabling and switches, 3Com facilitated a swift deployment process. Users could set up a wireless network in minutes, allowing organizations to enhance their productivity without extensive infrastructure.

The technology behind 3Com 11 Mbps was based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) modulation. This approach spread the signal over a wider frequency range, which improved resistance to interference from other devices. The 2.4 GHz frequency band used by this network supported compatibility with various devices, making it a flexible option for businesses and homes alike.

In terms of security, 3Com incorporated Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which aimed to provide a level of data confidentiality comparable to that found in wired networks. However, WEP was later found to have vulnerabilities, leading to the development of more secure protocols like WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2 in subsequent technologies.

Another characteristic that distinguished the 3Com 11 Mbps system was its ability to support multiple devices simultaneously. With the emergence of wireless laptops, printers, and other peripherals, a single access point could service several users without significant performance degradation.

Ultimately, the 3Com 11 Mbps was a significant stepping stone in the development of wireless technology. It showcased the potential of wireless networking and set the standard for future innovations. Although much faster and more secure wireless technologies have since emerged, the legacy of 3Com 11 Mbps resides in the fundamental advancements it brought to the realm of connectivity, making it easier and more accessible for users around the globe.
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