User guide
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- About This Guide
- Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point
- Overview of the ZoneFlex Access Point
- Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point
- Getting to Know the Access Point Features
- Installing the Access Point
- Before You Begin
- Step 1: Preconfigure the Access Point
- Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector
- Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster
- What You Will Need
- 1. Prepare the Administrative Computer
- 2. Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer
- 3. Log Into the Access Point’s Web Interface
- 4. Configure the Wireless Settings
- 5. Disconnect the Access Point from the Administrative Computer
- 6. Restore the Administrative Computer’s Network Settings
- Step 2: Verify Access Point Operation
- Step 3: Deploy the Access Point
- Troubleshooting Installation
- Navigating the Web Interface
- Configuring the Access Point
- Managing the Access Point
- Viewing Current Device Settings
- Viewing Current Internet Connection Settings
- Viewing Current Local Subnet Settings
- Viewing Current Wireless Settings
- Viewing Associated Wireless Clients
- Changing the Administrative Login Settings
- Enabling Other Management Access Options
- Working with Event Logs and Syslog Servers
- Upgrading the Firmware
- Rebooting the Access Point
- Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults
- Running Diagnostics
- Where to Find More Information
- Numerics
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- C
- D
- E
- F
- G
- H
- I
- K
- L
- M
- N
- O
- P
- R
- S
- T
- U
- V
- W
- Z
- Index
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Installing the Access Point
Before You Begin
Perform a Site Survey
Before installing the Access Point, perform a site survey to determine the optimal
Access Point placement for maximum range, coverage, and network performance.
When performing a site survey, consider the following factors:
■ Data rates: Range is generally inversely proportional to data rates. The maximum
radio range is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. Higher data rates will
generally be achieved at closer distances.
■ Antenna type and placement: Proper antenna configuration is a critical factor in
maximizing radio range. As a general rule, radio range is increased by mounting
the antennas higher off of the ground.
■ Physical environment: Clear or open areas provide better radio range than closed
or filled areas. The less cluttered the operating environment, the greater the
wireless range.
■ Obstructions, building materials, and sources of interference: Physical obstruc-
tions, such as concrete pillars, steel beams and filing cabinets can block or hinder
wireless communication. Avoid installing the Access Point in a location where
there is an obstruction between sending and receiving devices. A number of
machines and electronic devices that emit radio waves – cranes, wireless phones,
microwave ovens, satellite dishes – interfere with and block wireless signals.
Building materials used in construction also influence radio signal penetration.
For example, drywall construction permits greater range than concrete blocks.
For more Access Point placement guidelines, refer to “
Determine the Optimal
Mounting Location and Orientation”.