Aironet AP4500 Betriebsanweisung

Aironet Wireless Communications, Inc. • 3875 Embassy ParkwayAkron, Ohio 44333-8357www.aironet.com User’s Guide Wireless Access Pointfor Ethernet and

Introduction 1-6 Repeater – A repeater is an Access Point that extends the radio range of the infrastructure. A repeater is not physically attached

Introduction 1-7 Understanding the Infrastructure The infrastructure is designed like an upside-down tree with a root unit at the top and repeaters,

Introduction 1-8In the example, the Access Point maintains an area of RF coverage (cell). Any radio node within the cell’s area can communicate to an

Installation 2-1 Installation This section describes the procedures for installing the Aironet Access Point. Installing the Antennas The Access Point

Installation 2-22. If you are using the Aironet Access Point with a remote antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the antenna connector. Only use ante

Installation 2-3 Installing the Ethernet Connection The Aironet Access Point for Ethernet supports three connection types:• 10Base2 (Thinnet)• 10Base

Installation 2-4 To Attach the 10Base5 (Thicknet) Cabling: 1. Make sure the unit is powered off.2. Attach the transceiver connector to the 10Base5 AU

Installation 2-5 Installing the Token Ring Connection The Aironet Access Point for Token Ring supports two connection types:• Shielded Twisted Pair (

Installation 2-6 Attaching the AC/DC Power Packand Powering On the Ethernet or Token Ring Access Point 1. Insert the small plug on the end of the AC/

Installation 2-7 Viewing the Indicator Displays Top Panel Indicators The indicators are a set of displays located on the top panel of the Aironet Acc

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Installation 2-8 Table 2.1 – Top Panel Indicator Description TypeIndicator Display DescriptionEthernet or Token RingStatus Radio Nonassociated NodeBl

Installation 2-9 Back Panel Indicators (Ethernet Only) The back panel indicators are:• 10BaseT polarity : Solid amber to indicate the 10BaseT polarit

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Configuration 3-1 Configuration This section describes the methods used to access and configure the Console system of the Aironet Access Point. This sy

Configuration3-2Configuring the Access PointTo configure the Aironet Access Point so it will communicate with other nodes or repeaters, use the Console

Configuration3-3Assigning an IP AddressAn IP address must be assigned to the unit before it can be accessed by telnet, HTTP, or SNMP. Other detailed i

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Appendix AA-1Appendix ASystem ConfigurationsAironet Access Points are designed to provide maximum range and throughput enabling high-speed wireless acc

Appendix AA-2Point-to-Point LAN ConnectionsThe Point-to-Point Access Point Configuration uses two Access Points to bridge two different LANs. Packets a

Appendix AA-3Supporting Mixed Network TopologiesAironet Access Points can be used to link different LANs in the same building. The example below illus

Table of Contents Introduction... 1-1 Purpose of the Manual ...

Appendix AA-4To support mixed topologies, a Token Ring Access Point would be installed to support a local Token Ring network and an Ethernet Access Po

Appendix AA-5Point-to-Multipoint LAN ConnectionsWhen connecting three or more LANs, each building requires an Aironet Access Point and antenna. This i

Appendix AA-6The following example shows a Point-to-Multipoint Configu-ration. Packets sent between Workstation A and Worksta-tion B are forwarded by t

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Appendix BB-1Tested To ComplyWith FCC StandardsFOR HOME OR OFFICE USEAppendix BManufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformit

Appendix BB-2Professional InstallationPer the recommendation of the FCC, the installation of high gain directional antenna to the system, which are in

Appendix BB-3Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity StatementModels: AP4500-T, AP4800-TManufacturer:Aironet Wireless

Appendix BB-4Professional InstallationPer the recommendation of the FCC, the installation of high gain directional antenna to the system, which are in

Appendix BB-5Department of Communications—Canada Canadian Compliance StatementThis Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interf

Appendix BB-6European Telecommunication Standards InstituteStatement of ComplianceInformation to UserThis equipment has been tested and found to compl

Appendix A...A-1 System Configurations...A-1Point-to-Point LAN

Appendix BB-7Declaration of ConformityAironet Model Number:AP4500-E SeriesRadio CE Type Certificate Number:Models included: AP4500-ERadio Type Approva

Appendix BB-8Declaration of ConformityAironet Model Number:AP4500-T SeriesRadio CE Type Certificate Number:Models included: AP4500-TRadio Type Approva

Appendix BB-9Declaration of ConformityAironet Model Number:AP4800-E SeriesRadio CE Type Certificate Number:Models included: AP4800-ERadio Type Approva

Appendix BB-10Declaration of ConformityAironet Model Number:AP4800-T SeriesRadio CE Type Certificate Number:Models included: AP4800-TRadio Type Approv

Appendix CC-1Appendix CTechnical Support Technical Reference ManualUse the Technical Reference Manual document number 710-004242 to learn more about y

Introduction 1-1 Introduction Purpose of the Manual The purpose of this User’s Guide is to allow you to easily install and configure your Aironet Acce

Introduction 1-2 Safety Information The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radiated frequency

Introduction 1-3 Dipole Antenna Always orient antenna such that it is at least 15 cm (6 inches) away from your body. High Gain Antennas High gain wal

Introduction 1-4 Before You Start After unpacking the system, make sure the following items are present and in good condition.• Access Point (Etherne

Introduction 1-5 Terminology When configuring your system, and when reading this manual, keep in mind the following terminology: Association – Each r