NDC comm NWH660 manual Using the AP COMFig Tool, AP COMFig/Password

Using the AP COMFig Tool

The AP COMFig Tool is a Windows-based utility used to configure the AP via a COM port connection between the AP and a PC. It provides the following functions:

•Sets AP parameters (e.g., IP address, domain name [SSID], security, etc.)

•Diagnoses the AP hardware and shows the results

•Upgrades the AP firmware

•Resets the AP configuration

To start the AP COMFig Tool, click Start/Programs/InstantWave High Rate AP/AP COMFig Tool. The program opens with the Connect panel displayed. It will show Connected when a connection is made.

Figure 7. AP COMFig Tool/Connect

AP COMFig/Password

Click the Password tab to open the Password panel. Setting a password prevents unauthorized changes to the AP configuration settings.

Note: The password will be shared with the IWMS program on the same PC.

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