User Manual

Table Of Contents
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1
I
NTRODUCTION
Setting up a Wireless Network 1
Wireless and Wired Networks 1
Network Security and RADIUS Support 1
AP8000 Feature Summary 2
Installation Overview 3
Software Utilities 4
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NSTALLING THE
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CCESS
P
OINT
Before You Begin 5
Deciding Where to Place Equipment 6
Connecting the Standard Antenna 6
Placing the Access Point 7
Mounting on a Wall 7
Mounting on a Ceiling 8
Connecting Power 9
Connecting to an Ethernet Network 10
Checking the LEDs 10
Antenna Options 11
Omnidirectional Antenna 11
Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna 11
Ceiling Mount Hallway Antenna 12
Directional Panel Antenna 12
Connecting an Optional Antenna 13
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CCESS
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OINT
S
ECURITY
Security Configuration Options 15
Using the Wireless 802.1X Agent 16
Authentication and Login 16
802.1x Client Properties 17
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M
ANAGING THE
W
IRELESS
LAN
Overview 19
Starting the Device Manager 19
Selecting a Device 19
The Pre-IP Configuration Wizard 20
Installing the Management Device on a Computer 21