Chapter 1 Introduction; Ethernet Access Point (Ap) - Symbol Spectrum24 AP-3020 Reference Manual

Introduction
Chapter 1
Spectrum24 is a frequency-hopping, spread spectrum cellular network that
operates between 2.4 and 2.5 GHz (gigahertz). This technology provides
a high-capacity network using multiple access points within large or
small environments.
Spectrum24 features include:
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Ethernet Access Point (AP)

The Ethernet Access Point (AP) provides a bridge between Ethernet wired
LANs and Spectrum24 wireless networks. It provides transparent access
between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped mobile units (MUs).
MUs include the full line of Symbol Spectrum24 terminals, scanners, third-
party devices and other devices.
The AP provides 1 and 2 Mbps data transfer rate on the radio network.
It monitors Ethernet traffic and forwards appropriate Ethernet messages to
MUs over the Spectrum24 network. It also monitors MU radio traffic and
forwards MU packets to the Ethernet LAN.
The AP meets the following:
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Spectrum24 Access Point AP-3020 Product Reference Guide
bridging architecture to provide communication between radio and
wired multiple network segments
a design based on the IEEE 802.11 standard
a 2 Mbps data rate for fast operation
seamless roaming for mobile users with devices such as laptop
computers, wireless PCs, scanning terminals and computer devices with
PCMCIA slots.
the regulatory requirements for Europe and many other areas of
the world
FCC part 15, class A with no external shielding
FCC part 15 class B, ETS 300-339 compliance, including CE mark.
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