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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 1 of 33
Corporate Grade SNMP Managed
Wireless Access Point
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Product User Guide
Part Number 0-1591700-x
PL0356 ©2003TycoElectronics Issue 1
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 2 of 33 Table Of Contents Introduction........................................................................................................................4 Key Features and Benefits .......................................................................................................... 4 Supplied Items.....................................................................................................................
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 3 of 33 LAN Menu.........................................................................................................................19 LAN Settings ............................................................................................................................. 19 IP Address ............................................................................................................................. 19 DHCP S
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 4 of 33 Introduction The Tyco Electronics Wireless Access Point model 0-1591700 is an SNMP managed, dual band, multimode high performance access point intended for the professional, commercial and corporate markets. The access point provides simultaneous, high-speed support for all three current wireless modes (802.11a, b and g) using both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz commercial wireless bands. This high level of wireless flexibili
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 5 of 33 FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the 2 conditions:- 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, 2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Declaration of Conformity Tyco Electronics declare that this product 0-1591700-x is in compliance with the essential requirements and other re
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 6 of 33 Disclaimer Tyco Electronics makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, Tyco Electronics reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes from time-to-time in the content hereof without obligation of Tyco Electronics to notify any person of such revision or
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 7 of 33 Installation Practice Wireless LAN systems need a little more planning than conventional wired LANs. This is because the access point relies on the propagation of radio signals, which are sometimes greatly affected by a range of factors including:- • building materials, • thickness and type of walls, • proximity of metal, • proximity of radar and other high power transmitters • relative positions and character
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 8 of 33 Access Point Ports The access point has all the physical connections located on the right hand side panel. These connections are:- Figure 1 - Access Point Side Panel DC In This is a 3.5mm coaxial format jack socket that accepts +12v DC for locally powering the access point. Ensure that the correct polarity and voltage range is applied. LAN This RJ-45 connector is the auto-sensing 10/100Mbps Ethernet circuit
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 9 of 33 Wall Mounting the Access Point The access point is supplied with a desk-mount stand but it is probably best to wall-mount the unit to deliver best possible radio performance. 1. Choose a location that is likely to provide line-of- sight or maximum visibility of the clients in their intended locations. 2. Ensure that the wall is suitable for drilling and that there are no major metallic structures in the wall that
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 10 of 33 Getting Started The access point is easy to install and will work with very little configuration. Configuring your PC To enable the access point to enter service, some basic configuration needs to be completed. The easiest way to configure the access point is to make a network connection between the Ethernet card in the configuration PC and the LAN port of the access point. This can be achieved by first changing
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 11 of 33 6. This Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen is used to specify the IP address of the PC. Note that the access point and PC addresses must be in the same subnet. The default IP address for the access point is 192.168.1.1 and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 7. Although the access point is set by default to be a DHCP server, it is probably best to specify the IP address of the connected PC rather tha
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 12 of 33 5. If the web browser reports that it cannot find the access point, then recheck the following:- a) The correct IP address has been entered into the web browser. b) Ensure that the IP address of the PC is in the same subnet. c) Execute a PING test from the PC to the IP address of the access point. If the test returns as Request Timed Out, then there is no connection between the PC and the access point. d) Check t
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 13 of 33 11. Configure the access point to meet the required radio settings by selecting the Wireless menu option and then the required band 11a or 11g. A new menu is displayed with the upper part as shown below:- Figure 8 - Wireless Configuration Menu- Basic Settings Ensure that the following settings are applied:- • The SSID of the access point and the client devices are the same. • The channel assignments of the acc
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 14 of 33 Menu Systems The access point supports 3 different menu presentations:- • Web browser • Telnet • Serial Console Each menu supports the same types of commands and controls. The web menu is a highly graphical menu that is optimised for ease of usage whereas the Telnet and serial console menus are command line interface type menus intended for more technical users. Web Browser Menu The web-based menu is a hierarc
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 15 of 33 System Menu Administrator Settings This menu specifies the password and remote management control of the access point. Set a password to restrict management access to the access point via the web, console or Telnet interfaces. Management of the access point can be restricted to a specific IP address if required. Figure 9 - Administrator Settings Screen Password Settings To change the password, enter your cu
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 16 of 33 Firmware Upgrade This mode enables the access point firmware to be upgraded by either a TFTP session with a TFTP server or via the web interface. Note that these upgrade methods are intended to be used over the wired Ethernet LAN only and must not be used over the wireless LAN to the access point. Select the required upgrade method by clicking on the relevant Next button. Figure 10 - Firmware Upgrade Screen T
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 17 of 33 Web Upgrade To load the upgrade code from the web interface, use the following steps:- 1. Select the web option and the screen below is displayed:- Figure 12 - Web Upgrade Screen 2. Use the Browse button and then the Explorer style window to select the correct firmware path and filename. 3. Select Apply when ready and accept the warning message. 4. The upgrade starts and can take up to 3 minutes during whi
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 18 of 33 Backup Settings / Restore Settings This option allows you to store the current configuration of the access point in a safe location. In addition, the saved settings can be restored if required. Select Next to obtain the detailed menus and then select Backup Settings to save the configuration. The backup file is called config.bin and should be saved in a specific directory for the access point away from Windows file
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 19 of 33 LAN Menu LAN Settings This menu area enables you to change the IP address, the subnet mask and the gateway values. If you are not sure about these settings, please contact your network administrator. IP Address The IP values are set in the upper part of the screen and are:- • IP Address: The IP address of the access point. You should have a unique IP address assigned for the access point from your network. The
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Wireless Access Point Model 0-1591700-x User Manual Page 20 of 33 DNS Settings Domain Name Servers (DNS) are used to map an IP address to the equivalent domain name such as http://www.tycoelectronics.com/. Your ISP or network administrator should provide the IP address for one or more domain name servers. The access point can be a DNS relay to send clients request to the specified Domain Name Server. You can also do a DNS lookup to find the IP address of some specific servers
