Installing The Software - Proxim ORiNOCO AP-700 User Manual

Installation and Initialization
Initialization
— Primary Network Name (SSID): Enter a Network Name (between 1 and 32 characters long) for the wireless
network. You must configure each wireless client to use this name as well. Note that the unit supports up to 16
SSIDs/VLANs. Please see the
configuring multiple SSIDs, VLANs, and security profiles.
NOTE: Do not use quotation marks (single or double) in the Network Name; this will cause the AP to
misinterpret the name.
— Auto Channel Select: By default, the AP scans the area for other Access Points and selects the best
available communication channel, either a free channel (if available) or the channel with the least amount of
interference. Remove the check mark to disable this option. See
Detection (DFS/RD)
— Frequency Channel: When Auto Channel Select is enabled, this field is read-only and displays the Access
Point's current operating channel. When Auto Channel Select is disabled, you can specify the Access Point's
channel. If you decide to manually set the unit's channel, ensure that nearby devices do not use the same
frequency. Available Channels vary based on regulatory domain. See
Detection (DFS/RD)
— Transmit Rate: Use the drop-down menu to select a specific transmit rate for the AP. The values depend on
the Operational mode. Auto Fallback is the default setting; it allows the AP unit to select the best transmit rate
based on the cell size.
• For 802.11a only -- Auto Fallback, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbits/s.
NOTE: In countries in which 802.11a (5 GHz) is not available for use, the AP-700 provides dual-band
• For 802.11b only -- Auto Fallback, 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbits/sec.
• For 802.11g only -- Auto Fallback, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbits/sec
• For 802.11b/g -- Auto Fallback, 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbits/sec
• For 802.11g-wifi -- Auto Fallback, 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbits/sec
NOTE: 802.11g-wifi has been defined for Wi-Fi testing purposes. It is not recommended for use in your
wireless network environment.
Additional advanced settings are available on the
Also see Security Profile
capabilities, and Configuring Security Profiles
6. Review the configuration Summary. If you want to make any additional changes, use the navigation panel on the
left-hand side of the screen to return to an earlier screen. After making a change, click Save & Next to save the
change and proceed to the next screen.
7. When finished, click Reboot on the Summary screen to restart the AP and apply your changes.

Installing the Software

Proxim periodically releases updated software for the AP on its Web site, http://support.proxim.com. Check the Web site
for the latest updates after you have installed and initialized the unit.
CAUTION: Downgrading a unit shipped with version 3.6 software could cause unstable hardware and is not
recommended.
Download the Software
1. In your web browser, go to
2. If prompted, create an account to gain access.
Advanced Configuration
for information and
for information and
(802.11b and 802.11g) support only. 802.11a functionality covered in this User Guide is not
supported.
for a description of security features,
http://support.proxim.com.
chapter for information on the detailed rules on
Available Channels for a list of available channels.
Available Channels for a list of available channels.
Interfaces tab.
Management VLAN
for detailed security configuration procedures.
AP-700 User Guide
Dynamic Frequency Selection/Radar
Dynamic Frequency Selection/Radar
for a description of VLAN
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