3Com 11 Mbps manual Site Survey Menus, LAN Site Survey window

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indicate faster ping rates. You can sort this list in ascending or descending order by clicking the Avg Ping RTT column head.

The Site Survey utility recommends access point locations based purely on the test numbers. You can use the recommendations to guide your decision about access point locations. For example, you may decide, based on factors such as where users will most often be located or your own special knowledge about the test results, that a location other than the most recommended is the best for your site.

Site Survey Menus

The following tables describe the command menus in the 3Com 11 Mbps Wireless

 

LAN Site Survey window.

 

 

 

 

File

 

 

 

 

 

New Survey

Start a new set of tests.

 

Open

Open a set of tests that you saved previously.

 

Save

Save the current set of tests.

 

Save As

Save the current set of tests with a new name.

 

Print

Print the current set of test results.

 

Print Preview

Show a preview of how the printout will look.

 

Print Setup

Set up the print page.

 

Exit

Exit the Site Survey utility.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edit

 

 

 

 

 

Delete Selected Items

Deletes the currently selected row from the right hand pane.

 

Delete All From List

Deletes all test results in the current survey.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

View

 

 

 

 

 

Tool Bar

Make the tool bar visible or invisible.

 

Status Bar

Make the status bar visible or invisible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Run

 

 

 

 

 

Start Tests

Start the tests for the current AP Test Location and PC Test Location.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Help

 

 

 

 

 

Help

Displays help for the site survey tool.

 

About Site Survey

Displays information about this version of the site survey tool.

 

 

 

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Contents Version Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point User Guide95052-8145 3Com CorporationBayfront Plaza Santa Clara, CaliforniaContents Conducting a Site Survey Regulatory Compliance Information Index Page Introduction Access Point 8000 Feature SummaryManagement tools Installation OverviewInstallation Overview Page Place Equipment Installing the Access PointDeciding Where to Before You BeginStandard Antenna ConnectingPlacing the Access Attached before the access point is installedPlacing the Access Point SET Connecting Power As shown below Connecting to anEthernet Network Checking the LEDsModel number 3CWE490 3CWE492 3CWE497 3CWE498 Omnidirectional AntennaCeiling Mount Hallway Antenna Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional AntennaDirectional Panel Antenna Side Installing Software Utilities Page Upper-Layer Access Point SecurityAuthentication Access Point Security 802.1x Agent Using the Wireless802.1x Radius SupportEAP-MD5 Using the Wireless 802.1x Agent Page Manager Configuring the Access PointInstalling the Device 3Com 11 Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point 8000 ConfigurationClick Configure Management System UsingDisplay help on the contents of that ConfigurationSetting Network Properties Properties Setting DataTransmission Data Transmission Setting AdvancedSetting up Security List Setting up a UserAccess List Saved passwords on the clientsServers Setting up a MACAddress Access List Defining RadiusUpgrading the System Setting up aDefining a Tftp Server System LogResetting the Access AdministrationPassword DefaultsViewing Statistics Viewing System Status Configuring the Access Point Environmental Conducting a Site SurveyChoosing Trial LocationsSummary Survey ProcedureLaunching the Tool Setting up EquipmentSite Survey Tool Results Interpreting TestLAN Site Survey window Site Survey MenusPage Symptom Solutions TroubleshootingContinue to configure the access point using the old IP Online Technical ServicesTechnical Support Country Telephone Number Asia, Pacific Rim North America Country Telephone Number Europe, Middle East and AfricaEurope and South Africa Latin 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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