User`s guide

Contents i
About the Technical Reference Manual ................................................................................. xii
Typographical Conventions .................................................................................................... xiv
Welcome to the Ethernet or Token Ring Bridge ........................................xv
Data Transparency and Protocols ......................................................................................xv
Ethernet or Token Ring Compatibility ..............................................................................xv
Protocols Supported ........................................................................................................ xvi
Radio Characteristics ...................................................................................................... xvi
Radio Ranges ................................................................................................................. xvii
Site Survey .............................................................................................................. xvii
Line of Site.............................................................................................................. xviii
Radio Antenna ................................................................................................................. xix
Security Features ............................................................................................................. xix
Terminology ......................................................................................................................xx
Bridge System ConÞgurations ....................................................................................... xxi
Chapter 1 - Installing the Ethernet or Token Ring Bridge ..................... 1-1
Before You Start .................................................................................................................... 1-2
Installation ............................................................................................................................ 1-3
Installing the Antennas .................................................................................................... 1-3
Installing the Console Port Cable .................................................................................... 1-5
Installing the Ethernet Connection ..............................................................1-6
Installing the Token Ring Connection ............................................................................. 1-8
Attaching the AC/DC Power Pack and Powering On the Ethernet or
Token Ring Wireless Bridge ................................................................................................. 1-9
Viewing the Indicator Displays ........................................................................................... 1-10
Top Panel Indicators ...................................................................................................... 1-10
Back Panel Indicators (Ethernet Only) ......................................................................... 1-12
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