User guide

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW
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Box Contents
Your box contains the following:
WA840G
Base Station Stand
CD-ROM
Ethernet
Cable
Power
Adapter
Power
Cord
Quick Start
Guide
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ntenna
Wireless Connections
The various technologies and features utilized by your wireless
access point require some conceptual explanation so that you can
make the correct choices in configuring your wireless access point.
Access Point
Access Points (AP) wirelessly connect networks together, such as
your network with the Internet (which can be thought of as a very
large network). Or, by configuring multiple clients such as laptops,
each using their own AP, you are able to create your own private
wireless Ad-Hoc network.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) comprises
the backbone of the Internet. IP moves packets of data between
nodes while TCP verifies delivery from client to server. The device