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RoamAbout Access Point
User’s Guide
9032848-02
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Notice Notice Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice. IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING
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Notice FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection ag
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Notice Taiwanese Notice — Class A Computing Device: CE Notice — Class A Computing Device: Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Avertissem
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Notice Declaration of Conformity Addendum Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial Way PO Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03867 European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited Nexus House, Newbury Business Park London Road, Newbury Berkshire RG13 2PZ, England Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC EC Directive 73/23/EEC
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Notice Getting Help For additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods: http://www.cabletron.com World Wide Web http://www.cabletron.com/wireless Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com Make sure to include the document Part Number in
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Contents Preface Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Terminology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii Associated Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii 1 Introducing RoamAbout Access Point Summary of
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Table of Contents 3 Installing the RoamAbout Access Point Installing the PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Installing the AP into a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Removing the Back Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Seating the AP in the MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub
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Table of Contents 5 Problem Solving Using the LEDs to Determine the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Reset Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Setting Upline Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Showing Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Preface The RoamAbout™ Access Point is a 2-port bridge that connects a wired Ethernet (ThinWire™ or 10BaseT) local area network (LAN) and a wireless LAN. This manual describes how to install and configure the RoamAbout Access Point. It also describes how to troubleshoot problems that may arise during installation or operation. Intended Audience This manual is intended for the device installer and network manager. This manual assumes that you have a working knowledge of local area networking
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Terminology Terminology The following terms are used throughout this manual. You should be familiar with these terms before you continue. Term Definition RoamAbout Access Point A 2-port bridge that connects a wireless LAN to a wired Ethernet LAN. Referred to as AP. RoamAbout PC Card™ A PC Card that installs in a RoamAbout Access Point or wireless client to provide wireless connectivity in a LAN environment. PCMCIA The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) is the
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Associated Documents Associated Documents The following table lists each component, with its associated document, that can be used with your RoamAbout Access Point. Component Document PC Card RoamAbout IEEE DS/PC Card and ISA Adapter Card User’s Guide RoamAbout Access Point Online Help Manager RoamAbout Building-to- RoamAbout 802.11 Outdoor Antenna Building Installation Guide xiii
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Chapter 1 Introducing RoamAbout Access Point This chapter provides an overview of the RoamAbout Access Point (AP) and its operation. The AP is a 2-port bridge. One port connects the AP to an Ethernet LAN through a 10BaseT or ThinWire cable (or through a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90 Ethernet backplane). The other port connects the AP to the wireless network through a RoamAbout PC Card. The wireless network can consist of multiple wireless clients and multiple APs. A client can be a laptop or
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Summary of Features Summary of Features The AP includes the following features: 1 • Supports any 802.11 Direct Sequence (DS) compliant radio in a wireless client . • Supports ThinWire (10base2) and 10BaseT Ethernet LANs. • Ideally, an AP can support up to 250 users. However, this number can be significantly reduced by various factors, such as obstructions in the coverage area and the amount of network utilization by each client. • Can be configured to communicate with another RoamAbout Access
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R o t u o a b mA 1 2 Access Point Summary of Features Figure 1-1: Front, Side, and Rear View of the AP 15 1 14 2 1 3 4 16 5 6 7 8 17 9 10 11 12 Height: 27.31 cm (10.75 in) Width: 3.18 cm (1.25 in) Depth: 13.3 cm (5.25 in) 13 18 LKG-8679-931-02 The AP contains the following LEDs, connectors, ports, and controls: Item Name Description 1Network Connects the AP to a ThinWire network. This Connector connector is not used if the AP is connected to a (BNC) 10BaseT network or installed in a MultiSwit
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Summary of Features Item Name Description 4 Wired LAN Indicates the status of the wired Ethernet segment. The Activity LED lights (green) when packets are: LED • Received on the Ethernet port and forwarded to the wireless port. • Addressed to or generated by the AP using the Ethernet port. Packets received and filtered are not shown. Data traffic forwarded to the Ethernet port is not shown. The average brightness of the LED indicates the level of activity on the Ethernet port. If the LED i
