Cabletron Systems 3Com manual Installing Access Point Hardware, Precautions, Package Contents

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INSTALLING ACCESS POINT HARDWARE

Introduction	To install an AP, you will have to connect the AP to your network, mount the AP in
	a location best suited for reception, and provide power to the AP.
Precautions	Before installing the AP, review the following guidelines and precautions.
	■ Ensure that you have performed the preinstallation procedure outlined in the
		Access Point Quick Start Guide.
	■ Do not install the AP in wet or dusty areas without additional protection.
		Contact a 3Com representative for more information.
	■ Verify the environment has a temperature range between
		-20˚ C to 55˚ C.
	■ If you attach the AP to a wired Ethernet, make sure that the AP is on the
		same subnet.
Package Contents	The AP package contains the following items.
	■ 1 access point (Check the AP model number on the bottom of the unit against
		the model listed on the packaging.)
	■	1 power adapter
	■ 1 mounting bracket and hardware
	■	1 PowerBASE-T module
	■ 1 null-modem serial cable
	■	2 power cords
	Contact 3Com Customer Support (see Appendix B) to report missing or improperly
	functioning items.
Requirements	The minimum installation requirements for a single-cell, peer-to-peer network
	is a power outlet. The AP supports a 10BASE-T unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
	Ethernet cable.