User's Manual

Chapter 1 | Access Point Overview
Hardware Description
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Key Hardware
Components
The SMC2890W-AN/SMC2891W-AN consists of serveral key harware components.
This manual describes each specific component, or related components, together
with their installation requirements and procedures in each chapter. To understand
each component in detail, refer to the relevant section.
Figure 2: Bottom Panel View
Built-in 5 GHz Antenna
The SMC2891W-AN AP includes an integrated 5 GHz antenna. For more
information, see “How to Align Antennas” on page 28.
Console Port
The port labeled “Console” provides an out-of-band serial connection to a terminal
or a PC running terminal emulation software. The port can be used for performing
unit monitoring and configuration. For more information, see “How to Connect to
the Console Port” on page 47.
RJ-45 PoE Port
The RJ-45 port labeled “PoE” provides a 1000BASE-T data and Power-over-Ethernet
(PoE) power connection to the unit. For more information, see “How to Connect to
the RJ-45 Port” on page 39.
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Built-in 5 GHz Antenna (SMC2891W-AN only) RJ-45 PoE Port
Console Port with Waterproof Cover Water-Tight Test Point (DO NOT REMOVE)
Back Panel System LEDs (Not Visible in Figure)
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