User's Manual

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Chapter 4
Initial Configuration
The EliteConnect 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless Access
Point SMC2552W-G offers a variety of management options,
including a web-based interface, a direct connection to the
console port, or using SNMP software such as SMC’s EliteView.
The initial configuration steps can be made through the web
browser interface using the Setup Wizard (page 4-4). The default
address is DHCP client. If this address is not compatible with your
network, you can first use the command line interface (CLI) as
described below to configure a valid address.
Note: Units sold in countries outside the United States are not
configured with a specific country code. You must use the
CLI to set the country code and enable wireless operation
(page 4-4).
Initial Setup through the CLI
Required Connections
The SMC2552W-G provides an RS-232 serial port that enables a
connection to a PC or terminal for monitoring and configuration.
Attach a VT100-compatible terminal, or a PC running a terminal
emulation program to the access point. You can use the console
cable provided with this package, or use a null-modem cable that
complies with the wiring assignments shown on page C-4.