Computer Accessories User Manual

166 Summit Client Configuration
MX5X Reference Guide E-EQ-MX5CERG-F-ARC
Status Tab
This screen displays information on the current profile and wireless connection. Information
cannot be edited or changed on the Status panel.
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Figure 5-6 SCU – Status Tab
The panel displays:
• Profile being used.
• The client name, IP address and MAC address.
• The status of the network connection (down, associated, authenticated, etc.).
• The name, IP address and MAC address of the Access Point maintaining the connection to the
network.
• Channel currently being used for wireless traffic.
• Beacon period – the time between AP beacons in kilomicroseconds (1 kilomicrosecond –
1,024 microseconds).
• DTIM interval – A multiple of the beacon period that specifies how often the beacon contains
a delivery traffic indication message (DTIM). The DTIM tells power saving devices a packet is
waiting for them. For example, if DTIM = 3, then every third beacon contains a DTIM.
• Current transmit power in mW.
• Rate in Mbps.
• Signal strength (RSSI) and signal quality (changes with network activity). Signal quality is a
measure of the clarity of the signal and displayed as a percentage.
Note: After completing radio configuration, it is good practice to review this screen to verify
the radio has associated (no encryption, WEP) or authenticated (LEAP, any WPA), as
indicated above.