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Dell PowerConnect W-Series Instant Access Point 6.2.0.0-3.2.0.0 | User Guide 187 | Ethernet Downlink
Chapter 20
Ethernet Downlink
Ethernet Downlink Overview
The Ethernet downlink ports allow third party devices such as VoIP phones or printers (which
support only wired connections) to connect to the wireless network. Additionally, an Access
Control List (ACL) can be configured for added security on the Ethernet downlink.
NOTE: This release of W-Instant supports only the OpenAuth mechanism.
Ethernet Downlink Profile Parameters
To create a new Ethernet downlink profile:
1. Click on the Wired link on the top right corner of the W-Instant.
2. Click on the New button below the Wired Networks window and enter the following
information in the Wired tab.
Field Description
Name Name of the Ethernet downlink profile.
Primary Usage
l Employee — Employee access.
l Guest— Guest access.
Speed/Duplex
Only experienced network administrators should change
the speed and duplex parameters manually.
POE
When enabled, the system passes electric power along
with the data on the Ethernet cable.
NOTE: The Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE)
functionality is available only for the Ethernet port2 on
W-IAP3WNP.
Admin Status Displays the status of the admin.
Table 30 - Ethernet Downlink Profile Parameters - Wired Tab
The following figure displays the wired parameters of the Ethernet profile configuration: