NDC comm NWH650 - Manual (Page 17)

InstantWave High Rate 11Mbps Access Point 11
Using the AP COMFig Tool
The AP COMFig Tool is a Windows based utility used to configure the AP via a
COM port connection between the AP and a PC.
It provides the following functions:
• Sets AP parameters (e.g., IP address, Domain name (SSID), Security, etc.)
• Diagnoses the AP hardware and shows the diagnostic results
• Upgrades the AP firmware
• Resets the AP Configuration
• Manages the APMS Host table
To start the AP COMFIG Tool, click Start/Programs/InstantWave High Rate
AP/AP COMFig Tool. The program opens with the AP COMFig Tool/Connect
card. It will show Connected when a connection is made.
Figure 7. AP COMFig Tool/Connect
AP COMFig/Password
Click on the Password tab to open the Password card. Setting a password prevents
unauthorized changes to the AP configuration settings.
Note: The password will be shared with the APMS program on the same PC.