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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
To install the SMC Cradle Access Point, follow these steps:
1.
Select a Site – Choose a proper place for the access point. In general, the best
location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight of all
wireless devices. For optimum performance, consider these points:
• Mount the access point as high as possible above any obstructions in the
coverage area.
• Avoid mounting next to or near building support columns or other obstructions
that may cause reduced signal or null zones in parts of the coverage area.
• Mount away from any signal absorbing or reflecting structures (such as those
containing metal).
• Avoid radio interference by mounting away from other 2.4 GHz devices, such as
other 802.11b or g wireless devices, regular cordless phones, and microwave
ovens.
2.
Mount the Access Point – The access point is designed to be mounted on any
horizontal surface, such as a desktop.
3.
Connect the Power Cord – Connect the power adapter to the access point,
and plug the power adapter into an AC power outlet.
Warning:
Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the access point.
Otherwise, the product may be damaged.
4.
Observe the Indicator LEDs – When you power on the access point verify that
the POWER LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as
described under "LED Indicators".
5.
Connect the Ethernet Cable – The access point can be connected to any 10
or 100 Mbps Ethernet network device, such as a hub or a switch. Connect your
network to the RJ-45 port on the back panel using category 3, 4, or 5 UTP
Ethernet cable. When the access point and the connected device are powered
on, the INTERNET LED should turn on indicating a valid network connection. If
the INTERNET LED fails to turn on, refer to "Troubleshooting".
Note: The RJ-45 port on the access point supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so
you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs, switches,
or hubs.
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