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Atheros Communications, Inc. AP Network Attachment and Configuration • 2-1
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AP Network Attachment and
Configuration
This section provides procedures for connecting and configuring the AP to a
Host PC (HPC). Configuration can be performed either from a web browser
accessing the built-in web server, or by entering command using the
command line interface (CLI). For detailed information on using the web
server, refer to “AP Web Server” in Appendix A. For detailed information on
using CLI, refer to “AP Command-Line Interface” in Appendix B. For
“Factory Default Settings” refer to Appendix B.
AP Network Connections
Connect the HPC to the AP using one of the following two methods:
■ Use an Ethernet crossover cable (not supplied) to connect directly to the
Ethernet port of the HPC. For more information on Ethernet cables, see
Table 2-1.
■ Use standard Ethernet cables (not supplied) to connect through a hub or
Ethernet switch.
See Figure 2-1 for an example of the AP to the HPC connections.
Follow these steps to establish the network connections:
1. Connect the AP Ethernet port to the HPC Ethernet card through the
Ethernet hub/switch or an Ethernet crossover cable.