Choose A Location For The Wireless Controller; Deploy The Wireless Controller - NETGEAR ProSafe WC7520 Reference Manual

Choose a Location for the Wireless Controller

The wireless controller is suitable for use in an office environment where it can be
freestanding on its runner feet or mounted into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
Alternatively, you can rack-mount the wireless controller in a wiring closet or equipment
room. A mounting kit, containing two mounting brackets and screws, is provided in the
wireless controller package.
Consider the following when deciding where to position the wireless controller:
• The unit is accessible and cables can be connected easily.
• Cabling is away from sources of electrical noise. These include lift shafts, microwave
ovens, and air-conditioning units.
• Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the unit.
• Airflow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the case is not restricted.
Provide a minimum of 25 mm or 1 inch clearance.
• The air is as free of dust as possible.
• Temperature operating limits are not likely to be exceeded. Install the unit in a clean,
air-conditioned environment. For information about the recommended operating
temperatures for the wireless controller, see
Technical Specifications.

Deploy the Wireless Controller

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To deploy the wireless controller:
1. Disconnect the wireless controller from the computer and place it where you will deploy
it. If necessary, you can now reconfigure the computer that you used in the configuration
process back to its original TCP/IP settings.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your wireless controller to a LAN port on your network.
3. Connect the power cord to the wireless controller and plug the power cord into a power
outlet. The Power, Test, and Ethernet LEDs should light up. If any of these do not light up,
see Troubleshoot Basic Functioning
ProSafe 20-AP Wireless Controller WC7520
on page 178.
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Appendix A, Factory Default Settings and