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Installing access point hardware, Introduction, Precautions – Cabletron Systems AirConnect 3Com User Manual

Page 27: Package contents, Requirements, Nstalling, Ccess, Oint, Hardware

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Introduction

To install an AP, you will have to connect the AP to your network, mount the AP in
a location best suited for reception, and provide power to the AP.

Precautions

Before installing the AP, review the following guidelines and precautions.

Ensure that you have performed the preinstallation procedure outlined in the
Access Point Quick Start Guide.

Do not install the AP in wet or dusty areas without additional protection.
Contact a 3Com representative for more information.

Verify the environment has a temperature range between
-20˚ C to 55˚ C.

If you attach the AP to a wired Ethernet, make sure that the AP is on the
same subnet.

Package Contents

The AP package contains the following items.

1 access point (Check the AP model number on the bottom of the unit against
the model listed on the packaging.)

1 power adapter

1 mounting bracket and hardware

1 PowerBASE-T module

1 null-modem serial cable

2 power cords

Contact 3Com Customer Support (see Appendix B) to report missing or improperly
functioning items.

Requirements

The minimum installation requirements for a single-cell, peer-to-peer network
is a power outlet. The AP supports a 10BASE-T unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
Ethernet cable.