User's Manual

1 Overview
8 Installation and User Guide: Airgo Access Point
The 802.11 standard specifies the following data rates:
• 802.11b: DSSS (1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps)
• 802.11a: OFDM (6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps)
• 802.11g: OFDM (6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps)
Airgo Networks also offers enhanced, True MIMO™ data rates of 72, 96, and 108 Mbps for
enhanced performance.
Integration with the Existing Wired Network
Airgo Networks wireless networking solutions are standards-compliant to ensure seamless
integration with existing wired network infrastructures. The following integration features are
included with all Airgo APs:
• 10/100 Ethernet connectivity
• 802.1Q VLAN support
• 802.1p QoS support
• Layer-2 and Layer-3 QoS
• 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet support
• DHCP server and client support
• NTP for time-synchronization
Management Interface Options
Management support for the Airgo AP is available through four different interfaces:
WPA Security Standard Standard
Wi-Fi Alliance Wireless Interoperability Certification
Table 2: Supported Wireless Networking Standards
Standard Area Status
Interface Description
Web Browser Interface This is the primary user interface for basic and advanced AP
configuration support for a single AP. This guide presents all
configuration tasks using the web browser interface.
NM Explorer A built-in NM Portal web interface is available to manage multiple APs.
For details on using NM Portal, see Chapter 9, “Managing the Network.”
Command Line
Interface (CLI)
The command line interface (CLI) for the Airgo AP is accessible through
a local 9-pin serial console port or over SSH. For more information on
using the CLI to configure the AP, see Appendix A, “Using the
Command Line Interface.”
NMS Pro The NMS Pro user interface provides access to AP configuration
functions and is designed to manage very large numbers of access points
and networks. For more information, see the NMS Pro Installation and
User Guide.