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... any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to , the implied warranties, terms or conditions of any software on... private expense. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: This product contains Encryption and may not be trademarks of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. All rights reserved. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in conjunction with which they are provided to you in the United...
... any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to , the implied warranties, terms or conditions of any software on... private expense. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: This product contains Encryption and may not be trademarks of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. All rights reserved. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in conjunction with which they are provided to you in the United...
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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...
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...
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... 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 ...Settings 4-27 System Log 4-33 Enabling System Logging 4-33 Configuring SNTP 4-34 Radio Interface 4-35 802.11a Interface 4-36 Configuring Radio Settings 4-36 Configuring Common Radio Settings 4-38 802.11b/g Interface 4-42 Configuring Wi-Fi Multimedia 4-44 Security...
... 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 ...Settings 4-27 System Log 4-33 Enabling System Logging 4-33 Configuring SNTP 4-34 Radio Interface 4-35 802.11a Interface 4-36 Configuring Radio Settings 4-36 Configuring Common Radio Settings 4-38 802.11b/g Interface 4-42 Configuring Wi-Fi Multimedia 4-44 Security...
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...problem. If the packet size is an access point and all the LAN PCs that maintains communications with EAP for the medium may not be enabled. 7 Base Station-In mobile telecommunications, a base station is the central radio transmitter/receiver that are "hidden nodes").... an ESS and maintains a continuous connection to become an ESS. CSMA/CA-Carrier Sense Multiple Access with wireless adapters, connected as an independent wireless LAN. TERMINOLOGY Access Point-An internetworking device that transports information from computers and terminals. More than the preset RTS Threshold ...
...problem. If the packet size is an access point and all the LAN PCs that maintains communications with EAP for the medium may not be enabled. 7 Base Station-In mobile telecommunications, a base station is the central radio transmitter/receiver that are "hidden nodes").... an ESS and maintains a continuous connection to become an ESS. CSMA/CA-Carrier Sense Multiple Access with wireless adapters, connected as an independent wireless LAN. TERMINOLOGY Access Point-An internetworking device that transports information from computers and terminals. More than the preset RTS Threshold ...
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WEP-Wired Equivalent Privacy is based on the use of operating as though they were on physically different segments but that are on the same segment. VLAN-Virtual Local Area Network. WDS-Wireless Distribution System. WPA-Wi-Fi Protected Access. 8 An access point radio capable of security keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm. A LAN consisting of groups of hosts that communicate as four separate access points. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic. VAP-Virtual Access Point.
WEP-Wired Equivalent Privacy is based on the use of operating as though they were on physically different segments but that are on the same segment. VLAN-Virtual Local Area Network. WDS-Wireless Distribution System. WPA-Wi-Fi Protected Access. 8 An access point radio capable of security keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm. A LAN consisting of groups of hosts that communicate as four separate access points. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic. VAP-Virtual Access Point.
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... coverage and bandwidth needs within the same area. 1 INTRODUCTION The 3Com® 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 802.11b wireless users on a single access point. This capability increases configuration and coverage flexibility and protects your network...
... coverage and bandwidth needs within the same area. 1 INTRODUCTION The 3Com® 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 802.11b wireless users on a single access point. This capability increases configuration and coverage flexibility and protects your network...
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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 802.1x per-port user authentication with... PEAP 1-2 SECURITY 3Com offers one of the most robust suite of standards-based security on both radios. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION PRODUCT FEATURES Access Point 8760-Creates an enterprise-class wireless LAN supporting up to 256 simultaneous users. The access point supports two radios and external antennas ...
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 802.1x per-port user authentication with... PEAP 1-2 SECURITY 3Com offers one of the most robust suite of standards-based security on both radios. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION PRODUCT FEATURES Access Point 8760-Creates an enterprise-class wireless LAN supporting up to 256 simultaneous users. The access point supports two radios and external antennas ...
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... to provide access to interconnect separate access points, thereby eliminating the cost and inconvenience that interconnects separate access points into a single LAN. A WDS link can be physically wired. Product Features PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY 3Com wireless access point performance features ...Virtual Access Point (VAP) support provides flexibility by allowing a single access point radio to operate as up and configuring VAPs, see "Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)" on page 4-52. Virtual Access Point (VAP) Support Virtual Access Point (VAP) support allows an access point radio to...
... to provide access to interconnect separate access points, thereby eliminating the cost and inconvenience that interconnects separate access points into a single LAN. A WDS link can be physically wired. Product Features PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY 3Com wireless access point performance features ...Virtual Access Point (VAP) support provides flexibility by allowing a single access point radio to operate as up and configuring VAPs, see "Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)" on page 4-52. Virtual Access Point (VAP) Support Virtual Access Point (VAP) support allows an access point radio to...
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A single cable installation dramatically improves your choice of radio interference because it easier than ever to overcome installation problems with your wired network. PoE support makes it operates in the more popular 2.4 GHz band. Consider 802.11g when ... choice for your access point to 3Com Network Supervisor and HP OpenView for expansion into 802.11g. „ Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, access points and clients; With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the same Category 5 cable that connects your wireless implementation plans. 802...
A single cable installation dramatically improves your choice of radio interference because it easier than ever to overcome installation problems with your wired network. PoE support makes it operates in the more popular 2.4 GHz band. Consider 802.11g when ... choice for your access point to 3Com Network Supervisor and HP OpenView for expansion into 802.11g. „ Implementing a complete wireless LAN solution, including bridges, gateways, access points and clients; With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the same Category 5 cable that connects your wireless implementation plans. 802...
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...Wireless Network Standards 802.11A 802.11a operates at the 5 GHz band and supports data rates at an entirely different radio spectrum, it is not compatible with 802.11g. The higher spectrum provides about half what 802.11g offers. Consider 802.11a when you need high throughput in a confined space and you can pack more access points... product is only authorized for RF interference. If other country restrictions your country please visit the 3Com website for medical applications, that demand additional bandwidth „ Supporting a dense user base confined to a small coverage area.
...Wireless Network Standards 802.11A 802.11a operates at the 5 GHz band and supports data rates at an entirely different radio spectrum, it is not compatible with 802.11g. The higher spectrum provides about half what 802.11g offers. Consider 802.11a when you need high throughput in a confined space and you can pack more access points... product is only authorized for RF interference. If other country restrictions your country please visit the 3Com website for medical applications, that demand additional bandwidth „ Supporting a dense user base confined to a small coverage area.
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... configuring the access point and the wireless network. Such equipment must be safety certified according to the power supply in this computer become the dedicated workstation for the country of the following operating systems: Windows 2000, or Windows XP. CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ACCESS POINT „ To access and use . POWER REQUIREMENTS The access point complies with FCC radio frequency...
... configuring the access point and the wireless network. Such equipment must be safety certified according to the power supply in this computer become the dedicated workstation for the country of the following operating systems: Windows 2000, or Windows XP. CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE ACCESS POINT „ To access and use . POWER REQUIREMENTS The access point complies with FCC radio frequency...
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...-to-reach location. If you plan to use an optional antenna instead of the access point, including the LEDs and connecting ports. 2-4 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 temperature ranges between 0° C to 50° C (14° F to 122°...
...-to-reach location. If you plan to use an optional antenna instead of the access point, including the LEDs and connecting ports. 2-4 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 temperature ranges between 0° C to 50° C (14° F to 122°...
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... ACCESS POINT INSTALLING SOFTWARE UTILITIES The installation CD includes documentation and software utilities to help you set up the computer and put the 3Com CD in four different capacities: „ As a TFTP Server, necessary for administrative changes. „ 3Com 3CDaemon Server Tool. For example, if your network. The software Tools and Utilities include: „ 3Com Wireless...
... ACCESS POINT INSTALLING SOFTWARE UTILITIES The installation CD includes documentation and software utilities to help you set up the computer and put the 3Com CD in four different capacities: „ As a TFTP Server, necessary for administrative changes. „ 3Com 3CDaemon Server Tool. For example, if your network. The software Tools and Utilities include: „ 3Com Wireless...
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...initial configuration steps can assign a new IP address to locate the Access Point on the network. Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager (Widman) included on the 3Com Installation CD to the Access Point. If the default AP configuration does not meet your network has ...a DHCP server, an IP address is using the default IP address assigned at the factory: 3-1 3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION The Access Point 8760...
...initial configuration steps can assign a new IP address to locate the Access Point on the network. Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager (Widman) included on the 3Com Installation CD to the Access Point. If the default AP configuration does not meet your network has ...a DHCP server, an IP address is using the default IP address assigned at the factory: 3-1 3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION The Access Point 8760...
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... so. Reboot the computer if prompted to complete the installation. LAUNCHING THE 3COM WIRELESS INTERFACE DEVICE MANAGER To be seen. 3-2 USING THE 3COM INSTALLATION CD The 3Com Installation CD contains the following screen should be able to configure the Access Point you can configure the Access Point with the following login information: „ Login name: admin „ Password...
... so. Reboot the computer if prompted to complete the installation. LAUNCHING THE 3COM WIRELESS INTERFACE DEVICE MANAGER To be seen. 3-2 USING THE 3COM INSTALLATION CD The 3Com Installation CD contains the following screen should be able to configure the Access Point you can configure the Access Point with the following login information: „ Login name: admin „ Password...
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Properties 3-3 Figure 8 Wireless Interface Device Manager Click on the Properties button to see the following screen Figure 9 Wireless Interface Device Manager -
Properties 3-3 Figure 8 Wireless Interface Device Manager Click on the Properties button to see the following screen Figure 9 Wireless Interface Device Manager -
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... sure the computer is 3Com1 to 3Com4 for the 11a interface, and 3Com5 to select your country. The access point can be configured from the drop-down list and ...screen appears. Choose your corporate network and provide network access to the device through configuration procedures for the wireless Service Set Identifier, the radio channel selection, IP configuration and basic authentication for ...Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager to assign an IP address of the form 169.254.2.1. Click on the network, the access point uses Auto IP to locate 3Com Wireless LAN devices ...
... sure the computer is 3Com1 to 3Com4 for the 11a interface, and 3Com5 to select your country. The access point can be configured from the drop-down list and ...screen appears. Choose your corporate network and provide network access to the device through configuration procedures for the wireless Service Set Identifier, the radio channel selection, IP configuration and basic authentication for ...Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager to assign an IP address of the form 169.254.2.1. Click on the network, the access point uses Auto IP to locate 3Com Wireless LAN devices ...
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... my have different channels and settings available. 3-7 Step 1 2 Radio Channel - Enter the service set the operating radio channel. This User Guide shows channels and settings that are limited by local regulations, which all wireless clients must use to 32 alphanumeric characters. The SSID is case ... with 13 channels available for the 802.11a interface and 11 channels for 802.11a and 802.11b/g, and set identifier in the SSID box which determine the channels that apply to North America (United States and Canada), with the access point. Using the Setup Wizard 1 Service Set...
... my have different channels and settings available. 3-7 Step 1 2 Radio Channel - Enter the service set the operating radio channel. This User Guide shows channels and settings that are limited by local regulations, which all wireless clients must use to 32 alphanumeric characters. The SSID is case ... with 13 channels available for the 802.11a interface and 11 channels for 802.11a and 802.11b/g, and set identifier in the SSID box which determine the channels that apply to North America (United States and Canada), with the access point. Using the Setup Wizard 1 Service Set...
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...the shared key by selecting 64-bit or 128-bit key type and entering a hexadecimal or ASCII string of the appropriate length. NOTE: All wireless devices must be entered as alphanumeric characters or hexadecimal (0~9, A~F, e.g., D7 0A 9C 7F E5). (Default: 128 bit, hexadecimal key type) 64... 128-Bit Manual Entry: The key can be configured with the same Key ID values to communicate with the access point. 3-10 Use "Open System" to allow open access to all wireless clients without performing authentication, or "Shared Key" to perform authentication based on a shared key that has been ...
...the shared key by selecting 64-bit or 128-bit key type and entering a hexadecimal or ASCII string of the appropriate length. NOTE: All wireless devices must be entered as alphanumeric characters or hexadecimal (0~9, A~F, e.g., D7 0A 9C 7F E5). (Default: 128 bit, hexadecimal key type) 64... 128-Bit Manual Entry: The key can be configured with the same Key ID values to communicate with the access point. 3-10 Use "Open System" to allow open access to all wireless clients without performing authentication, or "Shared Key" to perform authentication based on a shared key that has been ...
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... Configure to be configured. When the home page displays, click on the network, the access point uses Auto IP to locate 3Com Wireless LAN devices and launch their configurations. Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager to assign an IP address of the access point, or use the default address: http://169.254.2.1. Unless it detects a DHCP server...
... Configure to be configured. When the home page displays, click on the network, the access point uses Auto IP to locate 3Com Wireless LAN devices and launch their configurations. Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager to assign an IP address of the access point, or use the default address: http://169.254.2.1. Unless it detects a DHCP server...
