User's Manual

USER GUIDE
For 802.11a, either the Antenna Module can be used or one of Strix’ external
antennas can be attached via the external Reverse SMA connectors. Again, the
recommendation is to use the Antenna Module for most applications unless
there is a requirement satisfied by an external antenna.
Q- What LEDs exist and what do they mean?
A- Each Access/One Network module, with the exception of the Antenna Module,
contains a single multi-state LED on the front panel. This LED maintains the following
states:
• Not lit – the module has no power
• Solid Green – the module is functioning normally
• Flashing Green – the module is initializing
• Solid Orange – the module is not functioning
• Flashing Orange – the module is functioning but it is overloaded
• Flashing Red/Green/Orange sequence – the module is being ‘paged’ (located)
by the administrator
Q- Can I add new Wireless Modules myself, once the initial Network Node has
been installed?
A- Yes. Note the configuration rules defined previously.
Q- Can I readily add another Network Node after the initial system has already
been installed?
A- Yes. Should you need to add a Network Node – or Network Server – at any time, you
just plug it in, and the Node will configure itself.
Q- Can I add a Network Server to any Network Node?
A- Yes. This is as simple as unplugging the Network Node from the power source, placing
the physical Network Server Module within the Node, and reapplying power to the
Node.
Q- Can I install a single Network Node or several Network Nodes without a
Network Server? If so, what features do I sacrifice?
A- The Access/One Network cannot operate without a Network Server being present
somewhere in the network. There must be at least one Network Server in the
Access/One Network for it to function.
A single Network Server is needed for every eight (8) Network Nodes in the
Access/One Network, regardless of the RF technology is being used. This rule applies
whether the Network Nodes communicate with the Network Server via wired Ethernet
or wireless 802.11a.
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