Chapter 1. Introduction; Package Contents - Motorola WS5100 Series Installation Manual

The WS5100 Series Switch is the high-performance member of Motorola's Wireless
Switch family. The WS5100 Series Switch provides centralized Wireless LAN (WLAN)
configuration and management by coalescing network "intelligence" previously spread
across physically distributed access points. By replacing access points with simpler access
ports (or "thin" access points), the WS5100 becomes a WLAN's single point of contact,
thus reducing wireless networking complexity by moving management out of the ceiling
and into the wiring closet. In addition, through the use of Motorola's patented Virtual AP
architecture, the WS5100 lets you create multiple WLANs without changing or adding to
the existing wired network infrastructure.
This Installation Guide is written for the network device installer.

1.1 Package Contents

Inspect the package contents and report any missing or damaged items to your sales
representative. The package should contain the following:
• WS5100 Wireless Switch
• Installation Guide (this document)
• Rack-mounting brackets (2)
• Mounting screws (4)
• Console cable
Introduction