Linksys WAP54A - Manual (Page 5)

Wireless Access Point Instant Wireless TM Series
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the
Wireless Access Point
The Access Point’s ports, where a network cable is connected, are located on
the Access Point’s rear panel, as shown in Figure 3-1.
LAN This LAN (Local Area Network) port connects to
Ethernet network devices, such as a hub, switch, or
router.
DC 5V The Power port is where you will connect the power
adapter.
Reset (Button) Briefly pressing the Reset Button, for approximately ten
seconds, will refresh the Access Point’s connections,
potentially clearing any jammed links.
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The Wireless Access Point’s Ports
Figure 3-1
The Access Point’s LEDs, where information about the unit’s current status is
displayed, are located on the Access Point’s front panel, as shown in Figure 3-
2.
Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Access Point is
powered on.
ACT Green. If the LED is flickering, the Access Point is actively
sending or receiving data to or from one of the devices on the
network.
LINK Green. The LINK LED serves two purposes. If the LED is
continuously lit up, the Access Point is successfully connect-
ed to a device through the LAN port. If the LED is flicker-
ing, it is an indication of any network activity.
The Wireless Access Point’s LEDs
Figure 3-2
Important: Resetting the Access Point will erase all of your settings
(WEP Encryption, Wireless and LAN settings, etc.) and replace
them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Access Point if you
want to retain these settings.
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