User's Manual

2-4 Hardware Installation

Before installing the KWA-O5000H Bridge, you should make sure that your Ethernet network

is up and working with a computer. You'll be connecting the access point to the Ethernet

network so that computers with 802.11a wireless adapters will be able to communicate with

computers on the Ethernet network.

Please take the following steps to successfully to set up the Access Point.

Note: We suggest you first install the KWA-O5000H Bridge with default settings.

 Site Selection

Before installation, it is very important to decide on the location of the KWA-O5000H

Bridge. Proper placement of the KWA-O5000H Bridge is critical to ensure optimum

radio range and performance. Typically, the best location to place the KWA-O5000H

Bridge at your site is the center of your wireless coverage area. Try to place your mobile

stations within the line of sight. Obstructions may impede performance of the

KWA-O5000H Bridge.

 KWA-O5000H Bridge Placement

You can place the KWA-O5000H Bridge on a flat surface such as a table or cabinet, or

mount the unit on a vertical surface like a wall. The integrated antenna of your Access

Point performs best in an open environment with as few obstructions as possible. In most

situations placing the KWA-O5000H Bridge will provide satisfactory performance

results.

Note: We suggest you configure and verify the KWA-O5000H Bridge operations first

before you are planning to mount the KWA-O5000H Bridge on a wall or in a remote

location.

 Connect the Ethernet Cable

The KWA-O5000H Bridge supports 10/100M Ethernet connection. Attach your UTP /

STP Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector on the KWA-O5000H Bridge. Then connect

the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a PoE hub.