3Com Corporation WL306 Manuel D’Utilisation

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Before You Begin
 
The following items are required for installation:
 
 
3Com Integrated Power-over-Ethernet power supply and power cord.
 
 
Standard category 5 straight (8-wire) Ethernet cable for connecting the access 
point to the power supply. This length of cable must reach from the access 
point to the power supply.
If you plan to connect the access point to a wired network, you will need an 
additional length of Ethernet cable.
 
 
If you plan to mount the access point on a wall:
 
 
Mounting template
 
 
Wall mount hardware kit
 
 
If you plan to mount the access point to the T-rail grid of an acoustical ceiling:
 
 
Mounting bracket
 
 
Two #6 panhead screws
 
Deciding Where to 
Place Equipment
 
Select a clean, dry location that provides good reception. The site should not be 
close to transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, 
refrigerators and other electrical equipment. 
The power supply must be located near a power source. If you are connecting the 
access point to a wired network, the location must provide an Ethernet 
connection. You will need to run an Ethernet cable from the power supply to the 
access point.
An access point provides coverage at distances of up to 1000 feet. Signal loss can 
occur if metal, concrete, brick, walls, or floors block transmission. If your office has 
these kinds of obstructions, you may need to add additional access points to 
improve coverage.
If you plan to use one of the available optional antennas instead of the standard 
detachable antennas, review “Selecting A Different Antenna” on page 11 befor
 
For advanced installations, we recommend that you conduct a site survey before 
permanently installing the access point. A site survey tool is provided on the 
3Com CD. To conduct the survey, you must also use the administrator utilities to 
set up a wireless client. See “Conducting a Site Survey” on page 35.
 
Only professional network personnel should install the access point, cables, and 
antennas.