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Hareware installation, Connect to access point – GIGABYTE GN-A16B User Manual

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GN-A16B Wireless Access Point User Guide

Follow these steps to install the Wireless Access Point.

Hareware Installation

1.

Choose a proper place for Access Point. In general, the best location is at the center

of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight to all wireless devices. Keeping

clear of metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

2.

Place the Access Point in the desired location. Normally, the higher you place the

antenna, the better the performance will be. The antenna’s position enhances the

receiving sensitivity.

3.

Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the Access Point and attach the other

end to a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (possibly on a wall).

4.

Attach one end of the AC power adapter to the Access Point and the other end to a

power outlet. (Note: Only use the power adapter supplied by Gigabyte in the product

package. Using a different adapter may result in product damage.)

For the average home, signal range should not be an issue. If you experience low or no

signal strength in areas of your home that you wish to access, consider positioning the

Access Point in a location directly between the computers with wireless adapters. Addi-

tional Access Points can be connected to provide better coverage in rooms where the

signal does not appear as strong as desired.

Wired Ethernet Cable

Connect to Access Point

You can connect a LAN cable from your computer’s Network card to the Access Point

without using a Network switch or hub.

Wireless Connection

If you are using the wireless connection, you can connect to the Access Point using the

Gigabyte Access Point Manager without a wired Ethernet cable.