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C H A P T E R
An access point installation includes mounting the access point, connecting the access point to the
network (LAN or WAN port connection), connecting antennas and applying power. Installation
procedures vary for different environments. See the following sections for more details:
Precautions on page 35
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Requirements on page 37
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Access Point Placement on page 37
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Power Options on page 39
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Power Tap Systems on page 40
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Mounting an Altitude 3510 on page 41
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Altitude 3510 LED Indicators on page 48
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Mounting an Altitude 3550 on page 49
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Altitude 3550 LED Indicators on page 54
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Setting Up MUs on page 54
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CAUTION
Extreme Networks recommends conducting a radio site survey prior to installing an access point. A site
survey is an excellent method of documenting areas of radio interference and providing a tool for device placement.
Precautions
Before installing an Altitude 3510 or Altitude 3550 model access point verify the following:
Do not install an Altitude 3510 or Altitude 3550 in wet or dusty areas without additional protection.
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Contact an Extreme Networks representative for more information.
For the models Altitude 3510 and Altitude 3550 check the following:
Verify the environment has a continuous temperature range between -20 °C to 50 °C for Altitude
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3510.
Verify the environment has a continuous temperature range between -30 °C to 55 °C for Altitude
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3550.
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