1 Before You Start
nMake sure that you have the following items ready for the installation: n 3Com Access Point 8250, 8500, or 8750
n Standard detachable antennas (Access Point 8250 or 8750) n 3Com installation CD
n Ethernet category 5 straight cables
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Mounting screws
Plastic anchors for drywall mounting
n3Com Integrated
nTo use the Web configuration management system, you need a computer running one of the following operating systems and one of the following browsers:
n Operating Systems: Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0 (with the latest service pack), Windows 2000, or Windows XP.
n Browsers: Internet Explorer 5.0 or later. (Internet Explorer 5.5 is available on the installation CD.)
2 Prepare for Installation
It is advisable to connect the power and check the Ethernet cables and LEDs before installing the unit in a hard-
1Observe the following power requirements:
The access point complies with the IEEE 802.3af
48 V DC @ 350 mA maximum). Such equipment must be safety certified according to UL, CSA, IEC or other applicable national or international safety requirements for the country of use. All references to the power supply refer to equipment that meets these requirements.
Because the power supply plug is the only means of disconnecting the access point from power, make sure the power outlet is accessible.
The power supply can be located indoors at any point between the access point and the LAN access port where an accessible power outlet exists.
2Decide where to place the access point.
n Mounted on a wall on a stud (or other hard surface)
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Mounted on to drywall Placed on a flat surface
The location should be elevated and centrally located relative to users on your network. Ceiling mounting is not recommended.
NOTE: Regulatory restrictions dictate that when the access point is operational a minimum body-
3Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before the access point is installed in a
4Access Point 8250 or 8750: Carefully unpack the standard detachable antennas. Screw the antennas on to the SMA connectors and