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... UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT LEGEND If you are a United States government agency, then this documentation at private expense. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may make improvements or changes in the product(s) and/or the program... DFARS 252.227-7014 (June 1995) or as a "commercial item" as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this User Guide. If there is any software on any kind, either implied or expressed, including,...
... UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT LEGEND If you are a United States government agency, then this documentation at private expense. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may make improvements or changes in the product(s) and/or the program... DFARS 252.227-7014 (June 1995) or as a "commercial item" as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this User Guide. If there is any software on any kind, either implied or expressed, including,...
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Contents 1 Introduction Product Features 1-2 Security 1-2 Performance and Reliability 1-3 Virtual Access Point (VAP) Support 1-3 WDS Bridging and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Support 1-3 Manageability 1-4 Wireless Network Standards 1-4 802.11g 1-4 802.11a 1-5 Approved Channels 1-5 2 Installing the Access Point Installation Requirements 2-1 Power Requirements 2-2 Safety Information 2-2 Deciding Where to Place Equipment and Performing A Site Survey 2-3 Before You Begin 2-4 Connecting the Standard Antennas 2-5 Connecting Power 2-6 Using the Power Supply 2-8 Using a Power-Over-Ethernet LAN ...
Contents 1 Introduction Product Features 1-2 Security 1-2 Performance and Reliability 1-3 Virtual Access Point (VAP) Support 1-3 WDS Bridging and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Support 1-3 Manageability 1-4 Wireless Network Standards 1-4 802.11g 1-4 802.11a 1-5 Approved Channels 1-5 2 Installing the Access Point Installation Requirements 2-1 Power Requirements 2-2 Safety Information 2-2 Deciding Where to Place Equipment and Performing A Site Survey 2-3 Before You Begin 2-4 Connecting the Standard Antennas 2-5 Connecting Power 2-6 Using the Power Supply 2-8 Using a Power-Over-Ethernet LAN ...
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3 Initial Configuration Networks with a DHCP Server 3-1 Networks without a DHCP Server 3-1 Using the 3Com Installation CD 3-2 Launch the 3COM Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager (Widman) utility 3-2 Launching the 3com Wireless Interface Device Manager 3-2 First Time Only 3-4 Using the Setup Wizard 3-4 4 System Configuration Advanced Setup 4-2 System Identification 4-4 TCP / IP Settings 4-5 RADIUS 4-8 Authentication 4-9 Filter Control 4-14 ...
3 Initial Configuration Networks with a DHCP Server 3-1 Networks without a DHCP Server 3-1 Using the 3Com Installation CD 3-2 Launch the 3COM Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager (Widman) utility 3-2 Launching the 3com Wireless Interface Device Manager 3-2 First Time Only 3-4 Using the Setup Wizard 3-4 4 System Configuration Advanced Setup 4-2 System Identification 4-4 TCP / IP Settings 4-5 RADIUS 4-8 Authentication 4-9 Filter Control 4-14 ...
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Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) 4-56 5 Command Line Interface Using the Command Line Interface 5-1 Accessing the CLI 5-1 Console Connection 5-1 Telnet Connection 5-2 Entering Commands 5-3 Keywords and Arguments 5-3 Minimum Abbreviation 5-3 Command Completion 5-3 Getting Help on Commands 5-3 Showing Commands 5-4 Partial Keyword Lookup 5-4 Negating the Effect of Commands 5-5 Using Command History 5-5 Understanding Command Modes 5-5 Exec Commands 5-5 Configuration Commands 5-6 Command Line Processing 5-6 Command Groups 5-7 6 Troubleshooting Index 5
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) 4-56 5 Command Line Interface Using the Command Line Interface 5-1 Accessing the CLI 5-1 Console Connection 5-1 Telnet Connection 5-2 Entering Commands 5-3 Keywords and Arguments 5-3 Minimum Abbreviation 5-3 Command Completion 5-3 Getting Help on Commands 5-3 Showing Commands 5-4 Partial Keyword Lookup 5-4 Negating the Effect of Commands 5-5 Using Command History 5-5 Understanding Command Modes 5-5 Exec Commands 5-5 Configuration Commands 5-6 Command Line Processing 5-6 Command Groups 5-7 6 Troubleshooting Index 5
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More than the preset RTS Threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will not be aware of computers, each other cells' bases. It is an access point and all the LAN PCs that maintains communications with wireless adapters, connected as an independent wireless LAN. ESS-Extended Service Set. Roaming-A wireless LAN mobile user moves around an ESS and maintains a continuous connection to another central location where it . CSMA/CA-Carrier Sense Multiple Access with it is the central radio transmitter/receiver that are "hidden nodes"). Infrastructure-An integrated wireless...
More than the preset RTS Threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will not be aware of computers, each other cells' bases. It is an access point and all the LAN PCs that maintains communications with wireless adapters, connected as an independent wireless LAN. ESS-Extended Service Set. Roaming-A wireless LAN mobile user moves around an ESS and maintains a continuous connection to another central location where it . CSMA/CA-Carrier Sense Multiple Access with it is the central radio transmitter/receiver that are "hidden nodes"). Infrastructure-An integrated wireless...
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VAP-Virtual Access Point. WEP-Wired Equivalent Privacy is based on the use of hosts that are on physically different segments but that communicate as four separate access points. A LAN consisting of groups of security keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic. WPA-Wi-Fi Protected Access. 8 An access point radio capable of operating as though they were on the same segment. VLAN-Virtual Local Area Network. WDS-Wireless Distribution System.
VAP-Virtual Access Point. WEP-Wired Equivalent Privacy is based on the use of hosts that are on physically different segments but that communicate as four separate access points. A LAN consisting of groups of security keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic. WPA-Wi-Fi Protected Access. 8 An access point radio capable of operating as though they were on the same segment. VLAN-Virtual Local Area Network. WDS-Wireless Distribution System.
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...; Wireless 8760 Dual-radio 11a/b/g PoE Access Point offers a dual-mode architecture that provides users with 3Com's enterprise-class wireless access point, you can build a cost-effective, reliable, secure wireless network that supports 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802...Now with seamless connectivity to the Internet, company intranet, and the wired corporate network from anywhere they happen to be-conference room, cafeteria or office. 3Com's dual-mode design supports 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802.11b wireless standards on a single device. With their increasingly mobile workforce. 1-1 Industry-...
...; Wireless 8760 Dual-radio 11a/b/g PoE Access Point offers a dual-mode architecture that provides users with 3Com's enterprise-class wireless access point, you can build a cost-effective, reliable, secure wireless network that supports 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802...Now with seamless connectivity to the Internet, company intranet, and the wired corporate network from anywhere they happen to be-conference room, cafeteria or office. 3Com's dual-mode design supports 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802.11b wireless standards on a single device. With their increasingly mobile workforce. 1-1 Industry-...
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The access point supports two radios and external antennas including WDS bridging ability on the market today. SECURITY 3Com offers one of the most robust suite of standards-based security on both radios. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION PRODUCT FEATURES Access Point ...Creates an enterprise-class wireless LAN supporting up to 256 simultaneous users. To protect sensitive data broadcast over the wireless LAN, 3Com supports WPA and WPA2 security standards. 3Com strengthens this basic security mechanism with additional security features, including: MAC address access control lists IEEE 802...
The access point supports two radios and external antennas including WDS bridging ability on the market today. SECURITY 3Com offers one of the most robust suite of standards-based security on both radios. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION PRODUCT FEATURES Access Point ...Creates an enterprise-class wireless LAN supporting up to 256 simultaneous users. To protect sensitive data broadcast over the wireless LAN, 3Com supports WPA and WPA2 security standards. 3Com strengthens this basic security mechanism with additional security features, including: MAC address access control lists IEEE 802...
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... security settings. Up to clients in areas where pulling wires is a network (typically a wired network) that may hinder wire installations. Product Features PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY 3Com wireless access point performance features ensure reliable and seamless connections for users wherever they move through a wide variety of security. WDS uses the wireless medium...
... security settings. Up to clients in areas where pulling wires is a network (typically a wired network) that may hinder wire installations. Product Features PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY 3Com wireless access point performance features ensure reliable and seamless connections for users wherever they move through a wide variety of security. WDS uses the wireless medium...
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A single cable installation dramatically improves your choice of the 802.11g and 802.11a standards can boost throughput rates up to 3Com Network Supervisor and HP OpenView for expansion into 802.11g. Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, ... best choice for your wireless implementation plans. 802.11G 802.11g operates in the more popular 2.4 GHz band. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION MANAGEABILITY 3Com offers a wide range of radio interference because it easier than ever to overcome installation problems with your wired network. Consider 802.11g when...
A single cable installation dramatically improves your choice of the 802.11g and 802.11a standards can boost throughput rates up to 3Com Network Supervisor and HP OpenView for expansion into 802.11g. Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, ... best choice for your wireless implementation plans. 802.11G 802.11g operates in the more popular 2.4 GHz band. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION MANAGEABILITY 3Com offers a wide range of radio interference because it easier than ever to overcome installation problems with your wired network. Consider 802.11g when...
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... those organizations demanding even higher speeds, a "turbo mode" feature can benefit from the country selection list. If other country restrictions your country please visit the 3Com website for RF interference. Because 802.11a has a greater number of non-overlapping channels, you are: Running high-bandwidth applications like computer aided design...
... those organizations demanding even higher speeds, a "turbo mode" feature can benefit from the country selection list. If other country restrictions your country please visit the 3Com website for RF interference. Because 802.11a has a greater number of non-overlapping channels, you are: Running high-bandwidth applications like computer aided design...
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-6
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-6
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..., mounting screws, and plastic anchors for drywall mounting. If you do not have IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet LAN equipment, use the 3Com power supply, you need an additional Ethernet cable to connect the access point to the LAN. 2-1 If you can connect directly to reach the power... building codes, regulatory restrictions, and FCC rules. If your LAN equipment complies with the IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet standard, you use the 3Com Integrated Power-over -Ethernet LAN port. For the safety of people and equipment, this product must be long enough to the equipment, and the...
..., mounting screws, and plastic anchors for drywall mounting. If you do not have IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet LAN equipment, use the 3Com power supply, you need an additional Ethernet cable to connect the access point to the LAN. 2-1 If you can connect directly to reach the power... building codes, regulatory restrictions, and FCC rules. If your LAN equipment complies with the IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet standard, you use the 3Com Integrated Power-over -Ethernet LAN port. For the safety of people and equipment, this product must be long enough to the equipment, and the...
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... access point from power, make sure the power outlet is running Internet Explorer 5.0 or newer and one of 20 centimeter (8 inches) must use either the 3Com power supply provided or IEEE 802.3af compliant power supply equipment (output power rated 48 V dc @ 400 mA maximum). POWER REQUIREMENTS The access point complies...
... access point from power, make sure the power outlet is running Internet Explorer 5.0 or newer and one of 20 centimeter (8 inches) must use either the 3Com power supply provided or IEEE 802.3af compliant power supply equipment (output power rated 48 V dc @ 400 mA maximum). POWER REQUIREMENTS The access point complies...
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... Ethernet connection. If your location includes these kinds of obstructions, you may result in permanent damage to provide good reception and network coverage. CAUTION: The 3Com power supply input relies on a flat surface, make sure to select a clean, dry location that is elevated enough to equipment, electric shock, or fire. Connection...
... Ethernet connection. If your location includes these kinds of obstructions, you may result in permanent damage to provide good reception and network coverage. CAUTION: The 3Com power supply input relies on a flat surface, make sure to select a clean, dry location that is elevated enough to equipment, electric shock, or fire. Connection...
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... necessary connections to 122° F). ! CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ACCESS POINT Configuring a wireless LAN can be sure to allow for routing the antenna cable as placing a 3Com Wireless Access Point in a hard-to-reach location. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before selecting the final location...
... necessary connections to 122° F). ! CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ACCESS POINT Configuring a wireless LAN can be sure to allow for routing the antenna cable as placing a 3Com Wireless Access Point in a hard-to-reach location. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before selecting the final location...
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After network startup, you may need to adjust the antennas to electrostatic discharge (ESD), which could damage the equipment. 2 Screw an antenna into each of the sockets in your area. 2-5 If using an alternate antenna, see "Selecting and Connecting a Different Antenna Model" on page 2-12. 1 Carefully unpack the standard detachable antennas. ! Figure 1 Front and Rear Panel Description LEDs Connecting the Standard Antennas Kensington Lock Slot POE Port Console Port CONNECTING THE STANDARD ANTENNAS The Access Point 8760 is installed. CAUTION: Do not handle the antenna tips, ...
After network startup, you may need to adjust the antennas to electrostatic discharge (ESD), which could damage the equipment. 2 Screw an antenna into each of the sockets in your area. 2-5 If using an alternate antenna, see "Selecting and Connecting a Different Antenna Model" on page 2-12. 1 Carefully unpack the standard detachable antennas. ! Figure 1 Front and Rear Panel Description LEDs Connecting the Standard Antennas Kensington Lock Slot POE Port Console Port CONNECTING THE STANDARD ANTENNAS The Access Point 8760 is installed. CAUTION: Do not handle the antenna tips, ...
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... advisable to connect the power and check the Ethernet cables and LEDs before installing the unit in a hard-to the access point: Use the 3Com Integrated Power-over a standard category 5 straight (8-wire) Ethernet cable.
... advisable to connect the power and check the Ethernet cables and LEDs before installing the unit in a hard-to the access point: Use the 3Com Integrated Power-over a standard category 5 straight (8-wire) Ethernet cable.
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Figure 3 Connecting Power 2-7 Connecting Power If you supply your own Ethernet cable for connecting power, be sure that it is standard category 5 straight-through (8-wire) cable that has not been altered in any way. Use of nonstandard cable could damage the access point.
Figure 3 Connecting Power 2-7 Connecting Power If you supply your own Ethernet cable for connecting power, be sure that it is standard category 5 straight-through (8-wire) cable that has not been altered in any way. Use of nonstandard cable could damage the access point.
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... network equipment, make sure that has not been altered in a wall). If you can be sure that it is standard category 5 straight-through a 3Com Ethernet Power Supply to a 3Com Switch. 2-8 USING A POWER-OVER-ETHERNET LAN PORT If your Ethernet network, plug one end of another Ethernet cable into the port labeled To...
... network equipment, make sure that has not been altered in a wall). If you can be sure that it is standard category 5 straight-through a 3Com Ethernet Power Supply to a 3Com Switch. 2-8 USING A POWER-OVER-ETHERNET LAN PORT If your Ethernet network, plug one end of another Ethernet cable into the port labeled To...