EZ Connect TM 802.11a Wireless Access Point N N Protocol-independent networking functionality 54Mbps data rate per channel (up to 72 Mbps in turbo mode): offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs Coverage area up to 1650 feet Seamless connectivity to wired 10/100Mbps Ethernet LANs augments existing networks quickly and easily 64/128/152-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) support Omni-directional antenna Easy installation N N N N N User Guide SMC2755W EZ ConnectTM User Guide From SMC's EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions 6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 707-2400 December 2001 Part No: 01-111320-006 Pub #: 150000013800AR01 Copyright Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. 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Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase. SMC Networks, Inc. 6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618 ii COMPLIANCES FCC - Class B FCC ID: HEDACCWA5001 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient the receiving antenna · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: "Appareils Numériques," NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications. iii COMPLIANCES iv EZ CONNECTTM 802.11A WIRELESS ACCESS POINT INTRODUCTION SMC's EZ Connect 802.11a Wireless Access Point (SMC2755W) is an access point that provides transparent, wireless high speed data communications between the wired LAN (and/or within the wireless network) and fixed, portable or mobile devices equipped with a 802.11a wireless adapter (such as SMC2735W) employing the same radio modulation. This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Using this new 802.11a technology, the EZ Connect Wireless Access Point can easily replace a 10Mbps Ethernet connection or seamlessly integrate into a newer 10/100 Ethernet LAN. Package Checklist The EZ Connect 802.11a Wireless Access Point package includes: · · · One EZ Connect Wireless Access Point (SMC2755W) One 3.3 V DC power adapter One installation CD-ROM which includes User Guide and the 802.11a Utility Program This User Guide · 1 EZ CONNECTTM 802.11A WIRELESS ACCESS POINT Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at www.smc.com. Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it. Hardware Description Ethernet Compatibility SMC's Wireless Access Point can attach directly to 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX (twisted -pair) Ethernet LAN segments. These segments must conform to the IEEE 802.3 specification. The Access Point appears as an Ethernet node and performs a routing function by moving packets from the wired LAN to remote workstations on the wireless infrastructure. Radio Characteristics The Wireless Access Point uses a radio modulation technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates at the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) band with turbo mode. Data is transmitted over a half-duplex radio channel operating at up to 72 Megabits per second (Mbps) in the turbo mode, and with a maximum operating range up to 1650 feet. 2 INTRODUCTION Applications The EZ Connect Wireless products offer a high speed, reliable, cost-effective solution for 10/100Mbps wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as: · Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace or change location Temporary LANs for special projects or peak times Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites which need temporary setup for a short time period. Retailers, airline and shipping companies which need additional workstations for a peak period. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites. Access to databases for mobile workers Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store or an office campus. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users SOHO users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network. · · · · · 3 EZ CONNECTTM 802.11A WIRELESS ACCESS POINT LED Indicators The Wireless Access Point includes three status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. Power Wireless Link/Activity Ethernet Link/Activity LED Power Status On Flashing Description Indicates the power is being supplied. Indicates · running a self-test · loading software program · system errors (refer to "Troubleshooting" on page 36 for details) Indicates a valid 100Mbps Ethernet cable link. Indicates that the Access Point is transmitting or receiving data on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity. Indicates a valid 10Mbps Ethernet cable link. Indicates that the Access Point is transmitting or receiving data on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity. Indicates a valid wireless link. Searches for network association. Associated with network but no activity. Ethernet Link/Activity (Green) On Flashing Ethernet Link/Activity (Amber) On Flashing Wireless Link/Activity On Very Slow Flashing Slow Flashing Fast Flashing Indicates that the Access Point is transmitting or receiving data through wireless links. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity. 4 INTRODUCTION System Requirements Before you install the Wireless Access Point, ...