3Com 11 Mbps manual Index

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INDEX

Numbers

128-bit Dynamic Security Link 30

128-bit dynamic security link encryption 19

128-bit Shared Encryption Key Settings 30

128-bit shared key encryption 18 3CDaemon 14

3Com 128-bit dynamic security link encryption 19

3Com 802.1x agent 17

3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com Network Supervisor (3NS) 15

Advanced Package 15 3Com serial authentication 18 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device

Manager 23

3Com Wireless Lan PC Card (model 3CRWE62092A) 19

3NS (3Com Network Supervisor) 15 40-bit Shared Key (Wi-Fi) 30

40-bit shared key encryption 18

802.1117

802.1x 14, 17 agent 14 RADIUS support 19

802.1x agent 19

802.1x client properties 20

A

access control

MAC address access list 31 user access list 30

access point 1 features 1 installation 5 IP address 26

changing 26 troubleshooting 44

LEDs 10 reset 33

security features 17 access point properties 26 adapter, choosing 25 administration password, changing 33 administration tool 23

advanced settings 28 antenna 6, 11

antenna options 11 ceiling-mount hallway antenna 12 ceiling-mount omnidirectional

antenna 12 comparison data 11 connecting an optional antenna 13 fiberglass omnidirectional

antenna 11

flat-panel directional antenna 13 optional antenna 13

optional cables 11

standard detachable antenna 6 transmit power restrictions 13

authentication 17

3Com serial authentication 18 authentication schemes 17 dynamic key renewal 18 EAP-MD5 17

EAP-TLS 17 login 19

serial authentication 18 upper-layer authentication 17

authentication, MAC address 31

B

backup configuration 33 backups

configuration templates 33 beacon period 27

blocking client communications 28 broadcast ESSID 28

C

cable 5

ceiling-mount hallway antenna 12 ceiling-mount omnidirectional

antenna 12

change administration password 33 changing passwords

administration 33 user 31

channel retry counts 35 choosing a NIC 25 circuit, nondedicated 38 clear channel select 27 client list timeout 28 client-to-client blocking 28 configuration backups 33 Configuration Management System 24,

25

configuration restore 33 Configure button 25

D

data preamble 27 data rate 27

data transmission properties 27, 28 clear channel select 27

data preamble 27

network traffic accelerator 27 device

configuring 24, 25 device manager 23

launching 24 DHCP server 26, 44 directional antenna 13 dynamic key renewal 18

E

EAP-MD5 17, 31

EAP-TLS 17, 31

electrical considerations 38 encryption 29 encryption settings 29 Ethernet cable 5 Ethernet statistics 34 Extensible Authentication Protocol

(EAP) 17

F

firmware upgrade 32 access point 32 flat-panel antenna 13 forwarding counts 35

I

installation 5 access point 5 antenna 6 cable 5 ceiling mount 8

connecting to a wired network 10 firmware

access point 32 location for 5 power 9

required for installation 5 software utilities 15 T-rail grips 8

wall mount 7

interface statistics 35 IP address 39

refreshing after changing 24 specifying 26 troubleshooting 44

L

launching the device manager 24 LEDs 10

access point 10 load balancing 28 locating devices 24

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Contents Version Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point User GuideBayfront Plaza 3Com CorporationSanta Clara, California 95052-8145Contents Conducting a Site Survey Regulatory Compliance Information Index Page Introduction Access Point 8000 Feature SummaryManagement tools Installation OverviewInstallation Overview Page Deciding Where to Installing the Access PointBefore You Begin Place EquipmentPlacing the Access ConnectingAttached before the access point is installed Standard AntennaPlacing the Access Point SET Connecting Power Ethernet Network Connecting to anChecking the LEDs As shown belowModel number 3CWE490 3CWE492 3CWE497 3CWE498 Omnidirectional AntennaCeiling Mount Hallway Antenna Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional AntennaDirectional Panel Antenna Side Installing Software Utilities Page Access Point Security AuthenticationUpper-Layer Access Point Security 802.1x Radius Using the WirelessSupport 802.1x AgentEAP-MD5 Using the Wireless 802.1x Agent Page Installing the Device Configuring the Access Point3Com 11 Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point 8000 Configuration ManagerClick Configure Display help on the contents of that UsingConfiguration Management SystemSetting Network Properties Setting Data TransmissionProperties Data Transmission Setting AdvancedSetting up Security Access List Setting up a UserSaved passwords on the clients ListAddress Access List Setting up a MACDefining Radius ServersDefining a Tftp Server Setting up aSystem Log Upgrading the SystemPassword AdministrationDefaults Resetting the AccessViewing Statistics Viewing System Status Configuring the Access Point Choosing Trial Conducting a Site SurveyLocations EnvironmentalSummary Survey ProcedureSetting up Equipment Site Survey ToolLaunching the Tool Results Interpreting TestLAN Site Survey window Site Survey MenusPage Symptom Solutions TroubleshootingContinue to configure the access point using the old IP Services Technical SupportOnline Technical Country Telephone Number Asia, Pacific Rim Europe and South Africa Country Telephone Number Europe, Middle East and 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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