SMC Networks SMC2555W-AG manual Initial Setup through the CLI, Required Connections

Chapter 4 Initial Configuration

The EliteConnect Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Access Point SMC2555W-AG offers a variety of management options, including a web-based interface, a direct connection to the console port, or using SNMP software such as SMC’s EliteView.

The initial configuration steps can be made through the web browser interface using the Setup Wizard (page 4-4). The access point requests an IP address via DHCP by default. If no response is received from a DHCP server, then the access point uses the default address 192.168.2.2. If this address is not compatible with your network, you can first use the command line interface (CLI) as described below to configure a valid address.

Note: Units sold in countries outside the United States are not configured with a specific country code. You must use the CLI to set the country code and enable wireless operation (page 4-4).

Initial Setup through the CLI

Required Connections

The SMC2555W-AG provides an RS-232 serial port that enables a connection to a PC or terminal for monitoring and configuration. Attach a VT100-compatible terminal, or a PC running a terminal emulation program to the access point. You can use the console cable provided with this package, or use a null-modem cable that complies with the wiring assignments shown on page B-4.

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