User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 420
- Installing the Access Point 420
- Included Parts
- Installation Procedures
- Summary
- Installation Precautions:
- 1. Prepare the Installation Site
- 2. Verify the Access Point Passes the Self Test
- 3. Mount the Access Point
- 4. Connect the Access Point to a Power Source
- 5. Connect the Network Cable
- 6. Position the Antennas on the Access Point
- 7. (Optional) Connect a Console to the Access Point 420
- Sample Network Topologies
- Getting Started With Access Point Configuration
- Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 420
- Troubleshooting
- Specifications
- Access Point Port and Network Cables
- Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements
- Recycle Statements
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Access Point Port and
Network Cables
B
Access Point Port and Network Cables
This appendix includes access point connector information and network
cable information for cables that should be used with the Access Point 420,
including minimum pin-out information and specifications for twisted-pair
cables.
Note Incorrectly wired cabling is the most common cause of problems for LAN
communications. ProCurve Networking recommends that you work with a
qualified LAN cable installer for assistance with your cabling requirements.
Access Point Ports
The fixed RJ-45 10/100Base-TX port on the access point accepts 100-ohm
unshielded and shielded twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors as
described on the next page.
Twisted-Pair Cables
10 Mbps Operation Category 3, 4, or 5 100-ohm unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable, complying with IEEE
802.3 Type 10Base-T specifications, fitted with RJ-45
connectors
100 Mbps Operation Category 5 100-ohm UTP or STP cable, complying with
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX specifications, fitted with RJ-45
connectors