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AirProtect Sentry 5850
3CRWX5850GS / WL-548
This Quick Start Guide describes the basic steps necessary to install and configure your 3Com
AirProtect Sentry 5850 (3CRWX5850GS / WL-548). Throughout this guide the AirProtect Sentry is
simply referred to as the "Sentry".
Before installing or moving the Sentry you must read the safety information provided in "Safety
Information" on page 3 of this manual.
About This Guide
This guide describes the basic installation of the Sentry. It covers the following topics:
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3Com AirProtect Sentry 5850 Features
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Safety Information
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Step 1: Unpacking the AirProtect Sentry
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Step 2: Preparing for Installation
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Step 3: Attaching the Antennas
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Step 4: Mounting the AirProtect Sentry
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Step 5: Connecting Power
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Step 6: Checking the LED Indicators
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Step 7: Connecting to the Sentry
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Step 8: Initial Login and Region Selection
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Troubleshooting
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Regulatory Information
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Page 1: Quick Start Guide
AirProtect Sentry 5850 3CRWX5850GS / WL-548 This Quick Start Guide describes the basic steps necessary to install and configure your 3Com AirProtect Sentry 5850 (3CRWX5850GS / WL-548). Throughout this guide the AirProtect Sentry is simply referred to as the “Sentry”. -
Page 2: 3Com Airprotect Sentry 5850 Features
Indicators” on page 7 for details. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port provides a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet connection to a 3Com switch. Use a suitable Category 5 cable with straight-through signaling and standard RJ-45 connectors to connect your Sentry to the switch on the network. -
Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information This equipment must be installed in compliance with local and national building codes, regulatory restrictions, and FCC rules. For the safety of people and equipment, only professional network personnel should install the Sentry. WARNING: Warnings contain directions that you must follow for your personal safety. Follow all directions carefully. -
Page 4: Informacje Na Temat Bezpieczeñstwa
Punkt dostępowy. 1. Unpacking the AirProtect Sentry Make sure that you have the following items, which are included with the Sentry: • One 3Com AirProtect Sentry • Two external dual-band antennas (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz) •... -
Page 5: Preparing For Installation
2. Preparing for Installation It is advisable to connect and check the Ethernet cable and LEDs before installing the Sentry in a hard-to-reach location. Additionally, observe the following items before mounting or connecting the Sentry: Feature Description Switch Port To connect your wireless network to your wired network, you need a hub or switch connected to the Sentry. -
Page 6: Connecting Power
The figures below show a cable being routed through the large opening in the cradle and then the cradle being mounted to a wall. Routing a cable Wall-mounting the cradle Connect the Ethernet cable (for power and network connection) to the port on the rear of the Sentry. -
Page 7: Power Over Ethernet From A Poe Injector
Power Over Ethernet from a PoE Injector To power the Sentry using a PoE Injector (not included), do the following: Connect the LAN cable from the switch or hub to the Hub/Switch port on the PoE Injector (not included). Next connect a LAN cable from the Ethernet port on the Sentry to the other port on the PoE injector. -
Page 8: Connecting To The Sentry
Enter the following key into the field: 7f9cd1927c4f6dd69c1876754849b9fd1999999 For complete details on configuring your Sentry, refer to the 3Com AirProtect Sentry User Guide included on the product CD. Updates to the user manual may be found on our website: www.3Com.com. - Page 9 3Com’s warranty and all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals. Only antennas specified for your region by 3Com can be used with this product. The use of external amplifiers or non-3Com antennas may invalidate regulatory certifications and approvals.
- Page 10 20402. Stock No. 004-000-0034504. 3Com is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this 3Com AirProtect Sentry, Model WL-548 (3CRWX5850GS), or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by 3Com.
- Page 11 NOTE: To ensure product operation is in compliance with local regulations, select the country in which the product is installed. Česky [Czech] 3Com Coporation tímto prohlašuje, že tento RLAN device je ve shodě se základ- ními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede 3Com Corporation erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr RLAN...
- Page 12 [Portuguese] tos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko [Slovenian] 3Com Corporation izjavlja, da je ta RLAN device v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky [Slovak] 3Com Corporation týmto vyhlasuje, že RLAN device spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné...
- Page 13 • In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors. • To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation, the above 5 GHz channel limitations apply. The user should check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Access Point at that location and correct the configuration of the channels used before resuming operation.
- Page 14 Copyright © 2007 3Com Corporation. All rights reserved. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. Part Number 10015858 Rev. AB...
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