3Com WL-560 User Manual - Nstalling

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NSTALLING

THE

 B

RIDGE

This chapter contains the information you need to install and set up the 

Bridge. It covers the following topics:

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Unpacking the Bridge

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Observing Safety Precautions

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Deciding Where to Place the Bridge

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Connecting the Bridge

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Checking the LED Indicators

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Attaching an External Antenna

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Determining if You Need to Configure the Bridge

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Using the 3Com Installation CD

Unpacking the 

Bridge

Make sure that you have the following items, which are included with the 

Bridge:

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Power adapter and power cord.

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Standard Category 5 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Ethernet cable.

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Locking bar (used for securing a wall-mounted installation).

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Rubber feet (four; used for a flat-surface installation).

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3Com Installation CD.

For wall-mounting installations, you need the following items, which 

are not included with the Bridge:

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Mounting screws.

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Plastic anchors (for drywall mounting).

To secure the Bridge using the locking bar, you need a lock (not supplied).