Manageability; Wireless Network Standards; 802.11G - 3Com 8250 User Manual

For added security, the AP 8250 supports AES encryption over the WDS link.
Additionally, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) support prevents loops from being
formed on the network. For more information on these items, see the Wireless
LAN Access Points User Guide.
For WDS and STP configuration instructions, see "WDS/STP Settings" on page 49.
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3Com offers a wide range of standards-based management support, from SNMP
to 3Com Network Supervisor and HP OpenView for seamless integration with
your wired network.
Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager and Wireless LAN Device Discovery tools
let you configure parameters, run diagnostics, backup and restore configurations,
and monitor performance from anywhere on the network using an embedded
web server browser. You can also update wireless device software on multiple
devices using 3Com Network Supervisor to simplify bulk updates.
With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the same Category 5 cable that connects
your access point to the data network also provides its power. A single cable
installation dramatically improves your choice of mounting configurations
because you no longer need to consider AC power outlet locations. PoE support
makes it easier than ever to overcome installation problems with difficult-to-wire
or hard-to-reach locations.
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IRELESS ETWORK
Understanding the characteristics of the 802.11g and 802.11a standards can help
you make the best choice for your wireless implementation plans.
802.11
802.11g operates in the 2.4 GHz band at up to 54Mbps, and supports the widest
coverage—up to 100 meters (328 feet). However, is subject to a greater risk of
radio interference because it operates in the more popular 2.4 GHz band.
Consider 802.11g when you need wider coverage and vendor compatibility and
you are:
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Maintaining support for existing 802.11b users and the existing wireless
investment while providing for expansion into 802.11g.
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