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DUA6750-75AAA01 Published November 2004 Version 1.0.2 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge User Guide Model: WL-560 3CRWE675075 http://www.3com.com/ Part No.
DUA6750-75AAA01 Published November 2004 Version 1.0.2 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge User Guide Model: WL-560 3CRWE675075 http://www.3com.com/ Part No.
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...provided with only such rights as provided in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. All other countries. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of the Institute of -life electronic components. Maximizing the recyclable and reusable content of merchantability, satisfactory... any portion of Novell, Inc. No part of this documentation and the software described herein are associated. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any kind, either implied or expressed, including, but not limited to recognized environmental standards. All rights...
...provided with only such rights as provided in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. All other countries. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of the Institute of -life electronic components. Maximizing the recyclable and reusable content of merchantability, satisfactory... any portion of Novell, Inc. No part of this documentation and the software described herein are associated. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any kind, either implied or expressed, including, but not limited to recognized environmental standards. All rights...
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...Product Features 5 Security 5 Wireless Network Standards 6 Network Configuration and Planning 7 Example Configurations 8 2 INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Unpacking the Bridge 9 Observing Safety Precautions 10 Deciding Where to Place the Bridge 11 Wall-Mounting the Bridge 11 Installing the Locking Bar 12 Placing the Bridge on a Flat Surface 13 Connecting the Bridge 14 Connecting to a ... a Computer 16 Checking the LED Indicators 17 Attaching An External Antenna 18 Determining if you Need to Configure the Bridge 18 Using the 3Com Installation CD 21 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
...Product Features 5 Security 5 Wireless Network Standards 6 Network Configuration and Planning 7 Example Configurations 8 2 INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Unpacking the Bridge 9 Observing Safety Precautions 10 Deciding Where to Place the Bridge 11 Wall-Mounting the Bridge 11 Installing the Locking Bar 12 Placing the Bridge on a Flat Surface 13 Connecting the Bridge 14 Connecting to a ... a Computer 16 Checking the LED Indicators 17 Attaching An External Antenna 18 Determining if you Need to Configure the Bridge 18 Using the 3Com Installation CD 21 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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3 CONFIGURING THE BRIDGE Using Secure Web Server Connection 23 Using the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager 24 Using the Configuration Management System 27 Clearing and Applying System Configuration Settings 28 Changing System Properties 29 Setting IP Network Properties 30 Setting Wireless Network Properties 31 Manually ...Setting Up an Ad-Hoc Network 34 Changing Wireless Security Settings 35 Changing RADIUS Settings 37 Changing SNMP Settings 38 Using the Access Control List 39 Serial Port 40 Resetting the Bridge 42 Restoring the Bridge to Factory Defaults 43 Upgrading the System 44...
3 CONFIGURING THE BRIDGE Using Secure Web Server Connection 23 Using the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager 24 Using the Configuration Management System 27 Clearing and Applying System Configuration Settings 28 Changing System Properties 29 Setting IP Network Properties 30 Setting Wireless Network Properties 31 Manually ...Setting Up an Ad-Hoc Network 34 Changing Wireless Security Settings 35 Changing RADIUS Settings 37 Changing SNMP Settings 38 Using the Access Control List 39 Serial Port 40 Resetting the Bridge 42 Restoring the Bridge to Factory Defaults 43 Upgrading the System 44...
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A OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR 3COM PRODUCT Register Your Product to Gain Service Benefits 53 Solve Problems Online 53 Purchase Extended Warranty and Professional Services 54 Access Software Downloads 54 Contact Us 54 Telephone Technical Support and Repair 55 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REGULATORY INFORMATION Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
A OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR 3COM PRODUCT Register Your Product to Gain Service Benefits 53 Solve Problems Online 53 Purchase Extended Warranty and Professional Services 54 Access Software Downloads 54 Contact Us 54 Telephone Technical Support and Repair 55 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REGULATORY INFORMATION Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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The guide is intended for use the 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge in the release notes. ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide provides all the information you need to install and use by IT managers and experienced network ... manuals search engine If the information in the release notes that are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ Downloaded from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in its default state.
The guide is intended for use the 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge in the release notes. ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide provides all the information you need to install and use by IT managers and experienced network ... manuals search engine If the information in the release notes that are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ Downloaded from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in its default state.
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... keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: To change your password, use the following syntax: system password In this guide, each Bridge documentation set includes the following: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Warning Information that describes important features or instructions. Click OK. Table 2 Text...
... keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: To change your password, use the following syntax: system password In this guide, each Bridge documentation set includes the following: Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Warning Information that describes important features or instructions. Click OK. Table 2 Text...
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... view the online help systems that describe how to view the Bridge User Guide. The setup menu appears. Accessing Online Documentation The CD supplied with your Bridge contains the following online documentation: ■ 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge User Guide ■ 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager Online Help ■ 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge Configuration Management System Online Help To access the online documentation...
... view the online help systems that describe how to view the Bridge User Guide. The setup menu appears. Accessing Online Documentation The CD supplied with your Bridge contains the following online documentation: ■ 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge User Guide ■ 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager Online Help ■ 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge Configuration Management System Online Help To access the online documentation...
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4 ABOUT THIS GUIDE Product Registration and Support To register your product with 3Com, go to the following Web page: http://esupport.3com.com For support information, see "Obtaining Support for your 3Com Product" on page 53 or log on to the 3Com Web site at http://www.3com.com and navigate to the product support page. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
4 ABOUT THIS GUIDE Product Registration and Support To register your product with 3Com, go to the following Web page: http://esupport.3com.com For support information, see "Obtaining Support for your 3Com Product" on page 53 or log on to the 3Com Web site at http://www.3com.com and navigate to the product support page. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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....Manualslib.com manuals search engine Product Features The 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge includes a robust suite of wired Ethernet client devices to your office or classroom to more users. 1 INTRODUCTION 3Com wireless technology has all of the benefits of a local area network (LAN) without the constraints and expense of network wiring. 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless LAN products provide easy, affordable, flexible ways to...
....Manualslib.com manuals search engine Product Features The 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge includes a robust suite of wired Ethernet client devices to your office or classroom to more users. 1 INTRODUCTION 3Com wireless technology has all of the benefits of a local area network (LAN) without the constraints and expense of network wiring. 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless LAN products provide easy, affordable, flexible ways to...
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....11g 802.11g operates in the 2.4 GHz band at up to 54 Mbps. Ratified in the more recent wireless standard. Downloaded from a five-fold increase in 2002, 802.11a is not compatible with 802.11g. However, is subject to a greater risk of radio interference because it operates... need high throughput in a confined space and you are fewer devices in the 5 GHz band, there's less potential for your wireless implementation plans. 802.11a Ratified in data throughput. ■ Transferring large files like computer-aided design files, preprint publishing documents or graphics files, such as...
....11g 802.11g operates in the 2.4 GHz band at up to 54 Mbps. Ratified in the more recent wireless standard. Downloaded from a five-fold increase in 2002, 802.11a is not compatible with 802.11g. However, is subject to a greater risk of radio interference because it operates... need high throughput in a confined space and you are fewer devices in the 5 GHz band, there's less potential for your wireless implementation plans. 802.11a Ratified in data throughput. ■ Transferring large files like computer-aided design files, preprint publishing documents or graphics files, such as...
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... such as the 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Access Point. Network Configuration and Planning 7 Consider 802.11g when you need wider coverage and vendor compatibility and you are: ■ Maintaining support for existing 802.11b users and the existing wireless investment while providing for...connected to an Ethernet hub, a single Bridge can associate among vendors. ■ Providing access to the wired network. The workgroup associates with network adapters and printers-into 802.11g. ■ Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, access points and clients;
... such as the 3Com 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Access Point. Network Configuration and Planning 7 Consider 802.11g when you need wider coverage and vendor compatibility and you are: ■ Maintaining support for existing 802.11b users and the existing wireless investment while providing for...connected to an Ethernet hub, a single Bridge can associate among vendors. ■ Providing access to the wired network. The workgroup associates with network adapters and printers-into 802.11g. ■ Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, access points and clients;
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... specific configurations are in "Installing the Bridge" on page 9.) Wireless Infrastructure Network You can provide flexible wireless network association for small groups in areas that cannot be wired, as shown in Figure 2. Figure 1 Wireless Infrastructure Network Access Point Hub POPOWWERER WWIRIERLEELSESSS ETEHTEHRENRENTET 11a/ b/ g W ireless Workgroup Br idge .11a .11g .100 .10 Workgroup Ad-Hoc Network You can connect...
... specific configurations are in "Installing the Bridge" on page 9.) Wireless Infrastructure Network You can provide flexible wireless network association for small groups in areas that cannot be wired, as shown in Figure 2. Figure 1 Wireless Infrastructure Network Access Point Hub POPOWWERER WWIRIERLEELSESSS ETEHTEHRENRENTET 11a/ b/ g W ireless Workgroup Br idge .11a .11g .100 .10 Workgroup Ad-Hoc Network You can connect...
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... pair (UTP) Ethernet cable. ■ Locking bar (used for a flat-surface installation). ■ 3Com Installation CD. It covers the following topics: ■ Unpacking the Bridge ■ Observing Safety Precautions ■ Deciding Where to Place the Bridge ■ Connecting the Bridge ■ Checking the LED Indicators ■ Attaching An External Antenna ■ Determining if you...
... pair (UTP) Ethernet cable. ■ Locking bar (used for a flat-surface installation). ■ 3Com Installation CD. It covers the following topics: ■ Unpacking the Bridge ■ Observing Safety Precautions ■ Deciding Where to Place the Bridge ■ Connecting the Bridge ■ Checking the LED Indicators ■ Attaching An External Antenna ■ Determining if you...
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...cradle, which is operational. WARNING: To comply with local and national building codes, regulatory restrictions, and FCC rules. Figure 3 Bridge 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge Pow er Port Serial Port Ethernet Port Cradle Observing Safety Precautions This equipment must use . WARNING: To avoid possible injury or ...circuit protection of the line to equipment meeting these requirements. CAUTION: The 3Com power supply (part number 61-0107-000) input relies on a flat surface. 10 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Figure 3 shows the front view of people and equipment, only professional ...
...cradle, which is operational. WARNING: To comply with local and national building codes, regulatory restrictions, and FCC rules. Figure 3 Bridge 11a/b/g Wireless Workgroup Bridge Pow er Port Serial Port Ethernet Port Cradle Observing Safety Precautions This equipment must use . WARNING: To avoid possible injury or ...circuit protection of the line to equipment meeting these requirements. CAUTION: The 3Com power supply (part number 61-0107-000) input relies on a flat surface. 10 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Figure 3 shows the front view of people and equipment, only professional ...
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... following distance of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point or ad-hoc wireless station: ■ For 802.11a compatibility, place the Bridge within 50 m (164 ft) of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point. ■ For 802.11b/g compatibility, place the Bridge within 100 m (328 ft) of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point. Deciding Where to Place the...
... following distance of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point or ad-hoc wireless station: ■ For 802.11a compatibility, place the Bridge within 50 m (164 ft) of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point. ■ For 802.11b/g compatibility, place the Bridge within 100 m (328 ft) of a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN access point. Deciding Where to Place the...
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Figure 6 Inserting the Locking Bar .11a .11g .100 .10 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Installing the For additional security, install the locking bar in the cradle after the Bridge Locking Bar is mounted to secure it in place. Use your own lock to the wall. ...Figure 5 Routing Cable Under the Cradle 3 Connect the power and Ethernet cables to the ports on the Bridge. 4 Snap the Bridge onto the cradle. 12 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE 2 Route the power and Ethernet cables through the opening in the cradle. To install the locking bar: 1 Insert...
Figure 6 Inserting the Locking Bar .11a .11g .100 .10 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Installing the For additional security, install the locking bar in the cradle after the Bridge Locking Bar is mounted to secure it in place. Use your own lock to the wall. ...Figure 5 Routing Cable Under the Cradle 3 Connect the power and Ethernet cables to the ports on the Bridge. 4 Snap the Bridge onto the cradle. 12 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE 2 Route the power and Ethernet cables through the opening in the cradle. To install the locking bar: 1 Insert...
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... exposed. 3 Insert a lock through the hole on a flat surface such as shown in Figure 7. Select a location that can be used to install the a Flat Surface Bridge on the locking bar, and then close the lock to secure it in place, as a table or desktop. Downloaded from the rubber feet and attach... them to the bottom of the cradle. .11a .11g .100 .10 Deciding Where to Place the Bridge 13 2 Push the locking bar through the opening until the hole on the locking bar is clear of obstructions and provides...
... exposed. 3 Insert a lock through the hole on a flat surface such as shown in Figure 7. Select a location that can be used to install the a Flat Surface Bridge on the locking bar, and then close the lock to secure it in place, as a table or desktop. Downloaded from the rubber feet and attach... them to the bottom of the cradle. .11a .11g .100 .10 Deciding Where to Place the Bridge 13 2 Push the locking bar through the opening until the hole on the locking bar is clear of obstructions and provides...
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Serial cables come with a variety of connector sizes. 14 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Connecting the Bridge The Bridge has power, Ethernet, and serial ports, as shown in Figure 8. Before connecting the Bridge to extend through the cradle. This allows the connector to an Ethernet device, ....Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 8 Connecting the Power Power Cable Ethernet Cable Connecting to a Serial Device The Bridge can also be connected to the Bridge, remove the end cap on the cradle. Figure 9 Connecting a Serial Cable Serial Cable Downloaded from being attached ...
Serial cables come with a variety of connector sizes. 14 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE BRIDGE Connecting the Bridge The Bridge has power, Ethernet, and serial ports, as shown in Figure 8. Before connecting the Bridge to extend through the cradle. This allows the connector to an Ethernet device, ....Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 8 Connecting the Power Power Cable Ethernet Cable Connecting to a Serial Device The Bridge can also be connected to the Bridge, remove the end cap on the cradle. Figure 9 Connecting a Serial Cable Serial Cable Downloaded from being attached ...