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Installing the AP
Installation flowchart
Figure 2-1 Installation flowchart
Wall mounting
Pre-installation tasks
Before installing the AP, perform the following tasks:
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Connect the AP to a power source and the network. Examine the LEDs to verify that the AP is
operating correctly. For information about AP LEDs, see "LEDs."
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Record the MAC address and serial number at the rear of the AP for future use.
Determining the installation position
Determine the installation position by observing the following principles:
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Few obstacles such as wall exist between the AP and clients.
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The AP is far away from electronic devices (such as microwave oven) that might generate
radio frequency (RF) noise.
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The AP does not hinder people's daily work and life.
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The place is not water seeping, water soaking, or condensing.
Start
Complete pre-installation tasks
Determine
the mounting option
Install the AP
Connect the AP to the power
source
Connect the AP to the network
End
Ceiling mounting
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