Quick Start Guide

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Access/One Network™ Quick Start Guide
THIS GUIDE IS PLACED IN EVERY BOX. WE SUGGEST THAT YOU S TILL GLANCE THROUGH IT AS THIS VERSION MAY BE DATED LATER THAN ONE
YOU HAVE ALREADY READ.
The box you have just opened contains several very similar-looking modules that, when assembled, form one of the
Access/One Network Node s that you purchased. Also included in the box with these modules are a separately-packaged
power supply and Dual Lock™ patches that can be used to attach the Node to a desk, cubicle wall or mounting bracket.
External antennas, wall/ceiling mounting brackets and/or security locking cables, if ordered, are all packaged separately.
You may have a Strix Network Node map and inventory list that was generated by the Architect/One ™ application.
This information, or your own network map, will be a useful reference during the Access/One Network installation process.
Instructions for adding a Node to your existing Access/One Network
This section does not discuss Network Node assembly and mounting directions as you should be familiar with this process.
If not, please skip to the next section.
When adding a new Node to an existing Access/One Network you must enable the Node to be part of the wireless network, i.e. you must
authorize it before it can become operational. To do this, simply:
1. Power on the Node
2. Start the Manager/One™ application in a web browser by clicking the Strix Access/One Network icon on the toolbar.
3. Locate any Network Server in the Manager/One listing and double click on it to display a map of all the Network Nodes.
4. Select the newly installed Node on the map and ‘join’ it into a) the Access/One Network; and b) the security domain if your network is
partitioned into multiples. The new Node will inherit the network’s configuration and security settings – it will reboot itself and rejoin the
network ‘cloud’ as a fully authorized member.
Instructions for a new Access/One Network installation
Box content details
The Access/One Network modules in the box are already placed in the correct order for easy assembly of the Network Node. It is always a good
idea to double -check that the correct modules are in the box. Remember the following visual clues on both the module’s model number label and
the colored dot identification sticker on the module’s antistatic shipping bag:
- The Base Module is always present. Its model number begins with the letters “BM” and the attached identification sticker is white.
- The Network Server module, if present, is typically placed next to the Base Module. Its model number is “NWSV” and the attached
identification sticker is red.
- The Wireless Modules are placed next. These modules have a model number that begins with the letters “WM” and have attached identification
stickers in varying shades of blue, which represent different radio technologies. If there are two Wireless Modules in the Node, the light blue
one (802.11a), if present, should be placed below the other. This will guarantee that the correct antenna is engaged.
- If present, the Antenna Module is placed last. Its mo del number begins with the letters “AM” and the attached identification sticker is green.
The Strix Antenna Module does not look like a traditional antenna (rabbit ears, etc.), but like all other Strix modules.
Assemble the Node
Typically, it takes less than a minute to assemble a Network Node. There is only one way each module can be attached to any other, so:
1. Unpack the Base Module. Open the plastic bag with the Dual Lock™ patches. Turn the module over and attach the patches to the three sunken
circles on the bottom of the module – press hard to make sure each patch sticks to the surface. Place the module upright with the LED window
facing you.
2. Unpack other modules one by one and ‘snap’ each new one on top of the Node being assembled. Make sure you hear a ‘click’. The wave design
on the modules only allows the modules to be assembled one way. The Node is completely assembled when the Antenna Module is snapped
on.
3. Unless you plan to use Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), take power supply out of its box and insert the small DC power jack into the rear of the Base
Module. For your convenience the power jack contains a locking mechanism, so you might have to turn it a quarter turn in either direction to
correctly fit into place. Now, make sure you turn the jack again in any direction to lock it and prevent the power cord from being pulled out
accidentally.
The Node is now assembled!
Mount the Node
Nothing else needs to be done if you plan to place the Node on a desk, filing cabinet, book shelf, o r any other flat surface – the Node will stand on
its own four rubber feet. However, if you want a more permanent placement or are using a mounting bracket it is prudent to : a) attach the Node
to the surface or mounting bracket with Dual Lock™ (it makes for a very strong attachment, yet the Node can still be removed by hand when a
little force is applied); and b) secure the Node in place with a security locking cable to prevent theft, misplacement, etc.
1. If you have ordered a mounting bracket (packaged separately), use the installation hardware provided and follow instructions supplied to
attach it to the wall or ceiling . Remember that the bracket is designed so that the Network Node ‘hangs’ upside down.