User's Manual Part 1

Access / One

Network

Welcome to Access/One Network 17

Network Connect

Network Connect is the system infrastructure used by your Access/One Network for

wired or wireless connection to an existing wired network (small or large). Each

node within the Access/One Network can utilize a wired Ethernet or wireless

module (802.11a or 802.11g) for node interconnectivity or connection to a wired

legacy network.

When nodes in your Access/One Network are configured for wireless Network

Connect, the system provides several distinct advantages over a typical wireless

network that uses wired connections. These advantages include:

◗ Secure networking

◗ Self tuning, rapid self-healing, and rogue device detection

◗ Scalability

◗ Simple installation

◗ Lowest cost of deployment

Unlike traditional wired Ethernet LAN/WAN connections used by access points and

WLAN switches, Access/One Network’s wireless Network Connect option provides

an advanced level of security between the network node and the LAN/WAN. By

default, the wireless Network Connect link utilizes AES encryption with a secret key

and cannot be compromised.

Wireless Workgroups (IWS only)

Wireless Workgroups enable wired Ethernet users to take full advantage of the

wireless capabilities of Access/One Network. By connecting stationary users to the

wired Ethernet ports within a network node, wired users can have access to all of the

benefits that Access/One Network offers. The advantages of this option include:

◗ Connecting stationary users throughout the network without incurring the

time and expense associated with providing individual wiring drops.

◗ Enables user workgroups in remote locations to connect to your Access/One

Network where wired connectivity may not be feasible.