6 System Configuration

Maximum Station Data Rate – The maximum data rate at which the access point transmits unicast packets on the wireless interface. The maximum transmission distance is affected by the data rate. The lower the data rate, the longer the transmission distance. (Default: 54 Mbps)

Maximum Associated Clients – Sets the maximum number of clients that can be associated with a VAP interface at the same time. (Range: 1-64 per VAP interface: Default: 64)

Antenna ID – Selects the antenna to be used by the access point; either the integrated diversity antennas (the "Default Antenna") or an optional external antenna. The optional external antennas (if any) that are certified for use with the access point are listed in the drop-down menu. Selecting the correct antenna ID ensures that the access point's radio transmissions are within regulatory power limits for the country of operation. (Default: Default Antenna)

Note: The Antenna ID must be selected in conjunction with the Antenna Control Method to configure proper use of any of the antenna options.

Antenna Control Method - Selects the use of both fixed antennas operating in diversity mode or a single antenna. (Default: Diversity)

Diversity: The radio uses both antennas in a diversity system. Select this method when the Antenna ID is set to "Default Antenna" to use the access point's integrated antennas.

Right: The radio only uses the antenna on the right side (the side closest to the access point LEDs). Select this method when using an optional external antenna that is connected to the right antenna connector.

Left: The radio only uses the antenna on the left side (the side farthest from the access point LEDs). Select this method when using an optional external antenna that is connected to the left antenna connector.

Antenna Location – Selects the mounting location of the antenna in use; either “Indoor” or “Outdoor.” Selecting the correct location ensures that the access point only uses radio channels that are permitted in the country of operation.

(Default: Indoor)

MIC Mode – The Michael Integrity Check (MIC) is part of the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) encryption used in Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security. The MIC calculation is performed in the access point for each transmitted packet and this can impact throughput and performance. The access point supports a choice of software or hardware MIC calculation. The performance of the access point can be improved by selecting the best method for the specific deployment. (Default: Software)

Hardware: Provides best performance when the number of supported clients is less than 27.

Software: Provides the best performance for a large number of clients on one radio interface. Throughput may be reduced when the 802.11g interface is supporting a high number of clients simultaneously.

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SMC2552W-G2-17, SMC2552W-G2 specifications

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