3Com 8200 Manuel utilisateur

Quick Start Guide

Wireless LAN Access Point

8200/8500/8700

3CRWE820096A

3CRWE850075A

3CRWE870075A

The 3Com Wireless LAN Access Point 8200 , Access Point 8500, and Access Point 8700 offer enterprise

network standard based security and complete centralized management, with ﬂexible and expansive

connectivity and scalability. They extend networks and boost productivity for centrally managed

enterprises requiring scalable security solutions.

NOTE:

This product must be installed by a professional technician/installer.

Caution:

Do not connect a telephone cable into the Console port; doing so can cause

serious damage to the access point.

LEDs

Reset

button Console port

Ethernet port

Access Point 8500 Access Point 8200/8700

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1 Before You Start

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Make sure that you have the following items ready for the installation:

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3Com Access Point 8200, Access Point 8500, or Access Point 8700

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Standard detachable antennas (Access Point 8200 or Access Point 8700)

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3Com installation CD

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Ethernet category 5 straight cables (8-wire)

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For wall-mount installations you will need the following items:

Mounting plate

Mounting screws

Plastic anchors for drywall mounting

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3Com Integrated Power-over-Ethernet power supply and power cord

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To use the Web conﬁguration management system, you need a computer running one of the

following operating systems and one of the following browsers:

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Operating Systems

: Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0 (with the latest

service pack), Windows 2000, or Windows XP.

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Browsers

: Internet Explorer 5.0 or later. (Internet Explorer 5.5 is available on the

installation CD.)

2 Prepare for Installation

It is advisable to connect the power and check the Ethernet cables and LEDs before installing the unit in

a hard-to-reach location.

Observe the following power requirements:

The access point complies with the IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet standard. It receives

power over category 5 straight cable. Installation requires the use of either the 3Com power

supply provided or IEEE 802.3af compliant power supply equipment (output power rated

48 V DC @ 350 mA maximum). Such equipment must be safety certiﬁed according to UL,

CSA, IEC or other applicable national or international safety requirements for the country of

use. All references to the power supply refer to equipment that meets these requirements.

Because the power supply plug is the only means of disconnecting the access point from

power, make sure the power outlet is accessible.

The power supply can be located indoors at any point between the access point and the LAN

access port where an accessible power outlet exists.

Decide where to place the access point.

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Mounted on a wall on a stud (or other hard surface)

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Mounted on to drywall

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Placed on a ﬂat surface

The location should be elevated and centrally located relative to users on your network. Ceiling

mounting is not recommended.

Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before the access point is

installed in a hard-to-reach location. The MAC address is printed on the back of the

access point housing.

Access Point 8200 or Access Point 8700: Carefully unpack the standard detachable

antennas. Screw the antennas on to the SMA connectors and hand-tighten them.

After network startup, you may need to adjust the antennas to ﬁne-tune coverage

in your area.

NOTE:

Regulatory restrictions dictate that when the access point is operational a minimum

body-to-antenna distance of 1 meter (3 feet) must be maintained.

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The

installation CD includes the User Guide, which contains more detailed information on planning,

installing and conﬁguring the device. Additional tools and utilities are provided to assist with the

management of your network. See “Documentation and Software Utilities” on page 7 for instructions.

3 Connect the Power

The access point complies with the IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet standard. It receives power over a

standard category 5 straight (8-wire) Ethernet cable. There are two ways to supply power to the access

point (refer to the illustration below):

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Use the supplied 3Com Integrated Power-over-Ethernet power supply.

In this case,

you need to supply a second Ethernet cable to connect to the wired LAN.

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Connect the access point directly to your own power-over-Ethernet hub or switch, which

must also comply with the IEEE 802.3af standard.

Using the Power Supply

The power supply can be located at any point between the access point and the LAN access port,

wherever a convenient power outlet exists. If you supply your own Ethernet cable for connecting power,

be sure that it is standard category 5 straight-through (8-wire) cable that has not been altered in any

way. Use of nonstandard cable could damage the access point.

Refer to the illustration above, and follow these steps:

Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the access point.

Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the port labeled

To Access Point

the power supply.

Connect the power cord to the power supply and plug the cord into a power outlet.

CAUTION:

Do not handle the antenna tips, especially after they are connected to the access

point, as this could lead to electrostatic discharge (ESD), which could damage

the equipment.

"To Access Point"

"To Hub/Switch"

Using the Power Supply Using A Power-over-Ethernet

LAN Port

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To link the access point to your Ethernet network, plug one end of another Ethernet

cable into the port labeled To

Hub/Switch

on the power supply, and plug the other

end into a LAN port (on a hub or in a wall).

Using a Power-Over-Ethernet LAN Port

If your LAN equipment complies with the IEEE 802.3af power-over-Ethernet standard, you can connect

the access point directly to a LAN port. For example, the illustration above right shows a connection

through a 3Com Ethernet Power Supply to a 3Com SuperStack

Switch.

4 Check the LEDs

When power is connected, the access point LEDs light. The illustration and the following table describe

the LEDs and their functions.

CAUTION:

To avoid damaging network equipment, make sure that the cables are

connected from access point to power supply to LAN as shown and described above.

Name Description

Radio LED blinks red to indicate radio activity. Faster blinking

indicates more activity.

Power LED lights green when operational code is running.

Reset

Button

Press this button in for 15 seconds to restore the

factory defaults.

Ethernet LED lights yellow when Ethernet link is established.

LED blinks to indicate activity on the Ethernet. Faster

blinking indicates more activity.

Radio LED blinks red to indicate radio activity. Faster blinking

indicates more activity. This LED is only active when a

second radio is installed.

Reset

Button

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5 Wall Mount Installation

Install the mounting plate as shown in the following illustration, on either a stud

(or other hard wall surface), or onto drywall.

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Allow for a clearance of at least 25 cm (10 Inches) between the ceiling and the top of the

mounting plate.

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Make sure that “UP” is correctly oriented, and align the mounting plate screw

holes vertically.

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For installation on a wall stud, install the top screw into the stud, as shown at left in the

illustration, and then vertically align the mounting plate before installing the

bottom screw.

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For installation on to drywall, mark three screw holes using the mounting plate as a

template for vertical alignment, as shown at right in the illustration above.

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Use a 5-mm (3/16-in.) drill bit if using the plastic anchors provided.

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For drywall mounts, you can route the cable through either a side or center opening for a

seamless appearance using one of the methods illustrated below. Alternatively, you can

simply attach the Ethernet cable to the side of the unit, allowing it to trail along the wall.

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If you have routed the Ethernet cable through the center opening, secure the cable on the

hook located on the mounting plate as shown in the illustration below.

Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the access point.

Position the access point at an angle to the mounting plate bayonet connection and

turn the unit clockwise until it snaps into place, as shown below.

If installing into drywall, use

3 plastic anchors and 3 screws.

If installing into a stud or other

secure vertical surface, use 2 screws.

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6 Flat Surface Installation

Find a clean and dry surface that is elevated enough to provide good reception and

coverage for the network. Do not place the access point on a metal surface.

Make sure to choose a location where the access point will not be disturbed.

Connect the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port.

Set the access point down on a ﬂat, level surface.

7 Antenna Adjustment (Access Point 8200/8700)

Position the antennas so that they turn away from the access point at approximately a 45-degree angle.

Your particular location might require additional antenna adjustment.

CAUTION:

Do not handle the antenna tips, especially after they are connected to the access

point, as this could lead to electrostatic discharge (ESD), which could damage

the equipment.

Hold the access point at an angle. Turn

clockwise to engage and secure it on

the mounting plate.

Leave at least 13 cm (5 in.) length.

Ethernet cable may be routed through

center opening or through the side.

Center

opening

Side opening

Hook for securing

the cable

Connect

Ethernet cable.

Rotate for

best reception.

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8 Documentation and Software Utilities

The installation CD includes documentation and software utilities to help you set up and administer the

wireless components of your network. To view product documentation, select

View the Documentation

from the CD Startup Menu and then select the item you wish to view. To install utilities, select

Tools and

Utilities

from the CD Startup Menu. Select the items you wish to install and follow the onscreen

instructions. The software Tools and Utilities include:

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3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager.

Use this tool to discover access points

and select devices for administrative changes.

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3Com 3CDaemon Server Tool.

This tool can act in four different capacities:

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As a TFTP Server, necessary for ﬁrmware upgrades, and backup and restore functions. Use

this option if you do not have a TFTP server set up.

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As a SysLog Server, which is necessary to view SysLog messages.

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As an optional TFTP Client.

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As an optional FTP Server.

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3Com Network Supervisor v4.01.

The 3Com Network Supervisor (3NS) v4.01 graphically

discovers, maps, and displays network links and IP devices, including 3Com wireless access

points. It is not required for access point management.

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Internet Explorer 5.5.

This browser is included for your those who do not have a

suitable browser.

9 Conﬁguration Notes

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For a new access point installation, the default WLAN Service Area (ESSID) is 3Com, no

security is set, and channel selection is set to Channel 11. Also, unless it detects a DHCP

server on the network, the access point uses Auto IP to assign an IP address of the form

169.254.xxx.yyy, where xxx and yyy are random numbers.

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Use the 3Com Wireless Infrastructure Device Manager to locate 3Com Wireless LAN devices

and launch their conﬁgurations. When installing the device manager, make sure the

computer is connected to the same network as the device to be conﬁgured. After installing

and launching the device manager, select the device to be conﬁgured from network tree and

click Conﬁgure to launch the conﬁguration Web interface. Refer to the Access Point 8200/

8500/8700 User Guide (included on the installation CD) for detailed information and

instructions on locating and conﬁguring access points.

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If you experience difﬁculty with the installation, see the Troubleshooting section of the

User Guide.

For the latest networking information, see the 3Com Corporation World Wide Web site:

http://www.3com.com/.

10 Regulatory Information

This product is in compliance with the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Channel Selection in France

In France, this product must be conﬁgured to operate on a legal channel. Channels 10 - 13 are allowed.

User documentation should be consulted to ensure that this product is used in accordance with local

spectrum restrictions.

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registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of

the respective companies with which they are associated.

09-2292-000 Rev AC

Published March 2003

Additional Country Restrictions

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In Israel, this product must be conﬁgured to operate on a legal channel. Channels 5 - 7

are allowed.

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In Jordan, this product must be conﬁgured to operate on a legal channel. Channels 10 - 13

are allowed.

User documentation should be consulted to ensure that this product is used in accordance with local

spectrum restrictions.

Safety Information

This equipment must be installed in compliance with local and national building codes, regulatory

restrictions, and FCC rules. For the safety of people and equipment, only professional network personnel

should install the access point, cables, and antennas.

CAUTION:

To comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, a minimum body-to-

antenna distance of 1 meter (3 feet) must be maintained when the access point

is operational.

CAUTION:

To avoid possible injury or damage to equipment, you must use either the

provided power supply or IEEE 802.3af compliant power supply equipment that is safety

certiﬁed according to UL, CSA, IEC, or other applicable national or international safety

requirements for the country of use. All references to power supply in this document refer

to equipment meeting these requirements.

CAUTION:

It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the Power-over-Ethernet

(POE) power supply is properly connected. Connection to any other device, such as a

standard Ethernet card or another POE supply, may result in permanent damage to

equipment, electric shock, or ﬁre. Refer to the installation instructions for proper installation

CAUTION:

The 3Com power supply (part number 61-0127-000) input relies on a 16A rated

building fuse or circuit protector for short circuit protection of the line to neutral

conductors.

CAUTION:

If you supply your own Ethernet cable for connecting power, be sure that it is

category 5 straight-through (8-wire) cable that has not been altered in any way. Use of

nonstandard cable could damage the access point.

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registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of

the respective companies with which they are associated.

09-2292-000 Rev AB

Published February 2003

International Notices

CAUTION:

If you supply your own Ethernet cable for connecting power, be sure that it is

category 5 straight-through (8-wire) cable that has not been altered in any way. Use of

nonstandard cable could damage the access point.

Note for use of the 3Com power supply (part number 61-0107-000) in Norway: This

product is also designed for use on an IT power system with phase-to-phase voltage of

230 V.

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

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 the instructions, may cause harmful interference 

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that 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 of the following measures:



-Reorient or relocate 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.



This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 

compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.



IMPORTANT NOTE:

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & 

your body.

If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, then it is restricted in indoor 

environment only.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.



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