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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide

Version 2000.12.10

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In order to upgrade Access Point firmware via local disk, click the

Local Disk

button. In

order to use this option, you should have latest firmware version in your local disk

already. After you click

Browse

button, select the firmware that you want to update. In

this time, you should take special attention in opening file so that not to open wrong file

or firmware version.

After confirm the file name, click the

Start

button. The other processes from this stage

are the same as those of the Internet.

Firmware Upgrade Via Local Disk

Summary of content (10 pages)

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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Firmware Upgrade Via Local Disk In order to upgrade Access Point firmware via local disk, click the Local Disk button. In order to use this option, you should have latest firmware version in your local disk already. After you click Browse button, select the firmware that you want to update. In this time, you should take special attention in opening file so that not to open wrong file or firmware version.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Access Point Detail Control These windows is provided for wireless LAN expert only, so if you does not have deep information about wireless LAN air interface specifications, do not change default options. More detail information about how to change detail configuration will be explained in Access Point Management section. • Beacon Period: The amount of time between beacons.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 3.2 Setting Bridge Mode You can connect two separate LANs over a wireless link by configuring two AcroLAN Access Points to communicate with each other. This is called a LAN-to-LAN connection. Two APs in different buildings using an outdoor antenna to connect the LANs in those buildings can be deployed.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 • Data Link layer relay The AP operates at the Data Link layer of the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model. Operation at this layer makes the AP transparent to the protocols that use the LAN connectivity service. This protocol transparency is a key factor in the extended LAN service.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Chapter 4 Version 2000.12.10 Troubleshooting T.B.D.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Appendix Appendix A Cell Planning (Radio Range) This section provides general guidelines on factors that influence network performance Cell Site Survey Because of differences in component configuration, placement and physical environment, every network application is a unique installation.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 • Building Materials Radio penetration is greatly influenced by the building material used in construction. For example, drywall construction allows greater range than concrete blocks. Metal or steel construction is a barrier to radio signals. Enhancing Coverage The system architecture options of the wireless station and AcroLAN Access Points provide for a variety of coverage alternatives and flexibility.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Appendix B Technical Specifications Functional Specification Item Function Configuration and setup . Local monitor . Access Point Manager Modes . Access Point . Wireless LAN Bridge Status Display Power, Air Link Status, Wire Link status Software Upgradeable Via Access Point Manager or local monitor Security WEP 64 bit standard, upgradeable to 128 bit Approval WiFi, FCC (in processing) Max.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Electrical/Radio Specifications Item Specification Compliance IEEE802.11b Description Direct Sequence Radio Type Spread-Spectrum 2.4 GHz ISM Band (DSSS) Operating Frequency Range Data Rate 2400-2483.5 MHz North American, ETSI, and channel coverage, factory configurable Depending on data rate Accurate values must be calculated for and environment. 1, 2, 5,5 or 11Mbps FCC ID specific installation.
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AcroLAN Access Point User’s Guide Version 2000.12.10 Appendix C Channel Allocation The channel identifiers and the channel center frequencies of each 22-MHz-wide channel are shown in the table below, as appropriate for the various areas or regulatory agencies.