Site Requirements; Wireless Infrastructure Network - Enterasys RoamAbout Installation And User Manual

This chapter describes basic considerations for successfully installing the RoamAbout
Wireless Ethernet Adapter. Before installing the Wireless Ethernet Adapter, you must
complete the following tasks:
•
Review the site requirements.
•
Select the location to install the Ethernet Adapter.
•
Unpack the Ethernet Adapter, and check the contents of the shipment.
NOTE: AP refers to the Access Point 2000 and the RoamAbout R2 Wireless
NOTE
Access Platform unless otherwise specified in this document.

Site Requirements

Review the following to ensure that all site preparation tasks were completed.
•
Ensure that the Ethernet LAN is in place and is functioning.
•
A computer with one of the following operating systems to run the Ethernet Adapter
Manager configuration program:
•
A RoamAbout 802.11 DS PC Card for each Ethernet Adapter.
•
RoamAbout APs if using a wireless infrastructure network.
•
Ensure that the requirements are within the ranges described in
Preparing for Installation
— Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, or NT
Chapter 1
Table 1-1.
1-1