Linksys WAPPOE12 User manual

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12 Volt Power Over Ethernet
User Guide

12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
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12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 3
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit 5
Overview 5
The Injector 5
The Splitter 7
Chapter 3: Connecting the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit 9
Overview 9
Powering on a Device that Uses a Standard Power Adapter 10
Powering on a Device that Uses Inline Power 12
Appendix A: Glossary 13
Appendix B: Specifications 21
Appendix C: Warranty Information 23
Appendix D: Regulatory Information 25
Appendix E: Contact Information 27

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Injector’s First Side Panel 5
Figure 2-2: Injector’s Second Side Panel 6
Figure 2-3: Injector’s LED 6
Figure 2-4: Splitter’s First Side Panel 7
Figure 2-5: Splitter’s Second Side Panel 7
Figure 2-6: Splitter’s LED 8
Figure 3-1: Power Over Ethernet Kit Used with a Switch and Access Point 9
Figure 3-2: Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Injector 10
Figure 3-3: Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Splitter 10
Figure 3-4: Barrel Jack Adapter (optional) 11
Figure 3-5: Connect Power to the Injector 11
Figure 3-6: Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Injector 12
Figure 3-7: Connect Power to the Injector 12

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit. It will let you put your wireless
access point or other network device almost anywhere, by eliminating the need for a nearby electrical outlet.
The best place for an access point is usually on the ceiling, in the center of the area that needs wireless
coverage, and the second best place would be high up on a wall. With the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit, you
don’t have to run power up to your access point.
How does the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit do this? It delivers power over a Category 5 Ethernet cable. The
PowerOver Ethernet AdapterKit includes two devices, the Injector andthe Splitter. The Injector sends power and
data over the Ethernet cable to the Splitter. Then the Splitter separates the data and power back into two cables
and delivers them to the remotely located access point—or other network device. The Injector can also be used
by itself with any Power Over Ethernet (POE)-enabled network device that accept 48 volts directly on a POE port.
Use the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit to send power and data to any Linksys product that requires a
12-volt power input. (If your Linksys product uses a 5-volt power input, then you should use the 5-volt kit, model
number: WAPPOE.)
Which Linksys products work with the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit? This is a list of the compatible
products, alphabetized by model number:
• ADSLMUE1 (all versions) - ADSL Modem with USB & Ethernet
• AG041 - ADSL Gateway with 4-Port Switch
ethernet: an IEEE standard network
protocol that specifies how data is
placed on and retrieved from a common
transmission medium.
access point: a device that allows
wireless-equipped computers and other
devices to communicate with a wired
network. Also used to expand the range
of a wireless network.
poe (power over ethernet): a technology
enabling an Ethernet network cable to
deliver both data and power.
NOTE: This list is subject to
change as Linksys
introduces new products.

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Welcome
• BEFCMU10 (all versions) - Cable Modem with USB and Ethernet Connections
• BEFCMUH4 - Cable Gateway
• BEFDSR41W - ADSL Gateway
• BEFSX41 (versions 1 and 2) - Broadband Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint
• BEFW11S4 (version 4) - Wireless-B Broadband Router
• RT31P2 - Broadband Router with 2 PhonePorts
• WAG54G (versions 1.2 and 2) - Wireless-G ADSL Gateway
• WAP54G (version 2) - Wireless-G Access Point
• WCG200 (all versions) - Wireless-G Cable Gateway
• WGA54G - Wireless-G Game Adapter
• WPS54GU2 - Wireless-G PrintServer for USB 2.0
• WRK54G - Wireless-G Broadband Router
• WRT54G - Wireless-G Broadband Router
• WRT54GS - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster
• WRT54GP2- Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports
Use the instructions in this User Guide to help you connect the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit. These
instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
What’s in this Guide?
This guide covers the steps for installing the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit’s application and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Getting to Know the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
This chapter describes the physical features of the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit.
• Chapter 3: Connecting the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
This chapter explains how to connect the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit to your network.
• Appendix A: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix B: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit.
• Appendix C: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit.
• Appendix D: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Power Over EthernetAdapter Kit.
• Appendix E: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety ofLinksys resources, including Technical Support.

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What’s in this Guide?

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
Overview
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet
Adapter Kit
Overview
The Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit iscomprised of two devices, the Injectorand Splitter. Use theKit so you can
move your access point, wireless bridge, or other network device to a remote location that is far from an
electrical outlet.
The Injector
The Injector’s built-in cable and ports are located on side panels.
The Injector’s First Side Panel
The Power & Data OUT port is located on the Injector’s first side panel.
Power & Data OUT This port allows you to connect the Injector to the Splitter or a network device that supports
inline power. (You will use the included Ethernet network cable to make this connection.) Figure 2-1: Injector’s First Side Panel

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The Injector
The Injector’s Second Side Panel
The built-in Ethernet network cable and Power port are located on the Injector’s second side panel.
Ethernet IN The Injector has a built-in Ethernet network cable. You will connect this cable to one of the
Ethernet network ports on your router or switch.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the included adapter.
The Injector’s LED
The Power LED is located on the top of the Injector.
Power LED Green. The Power LED lights up when the Injector is powered on and ready for use.
Figure 2-2: Injector’s Second Side Panel
Figure 2-3: Injector’s LED

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
The Splitter
The Splitter
The Splitter’s built-in cables and port are located on side panels.
The Splitter’s First Side Panel
The Power & Data IN port is located on the Injector’s first side panel.
Power & Data IN This port allows you to connect the Splitter to the Injector. (You will use the included
Ethernet network cable to make this connection.)
The Splitter’s Second Side Panel
The built-in Ethernet network and Power cables are located on the Splitter’s second side panel.
Ethernet OUT The Splitter has a built-in Ethernet network cable. You will connect this cable to the
Ethernet network port of your remotely located access point or other network device.
Power The Splitter has a built-in power cord. You will connect this cord to the Power port of your
remotely located access point or other network device.
Figure 2-4: Splitter’s First Side Panel
Figure 2-5: Splitter’s Second Side Panel

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The Splitter
The Splitter’s LED
The Splitter’s LED is located on the top of the Splitter.
Power LED Green. The Power LED lights up when the Splitter is powered on and ready for use.
Figure 2-6: Splitter’s LED

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Chapter 3: Connecting the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet Adapter Kit
Overview
Chapter 3: Connecting the 12 Volt Power Over Ethernet
Adapter Kit
Overview
This chapter gives instructions on how to connect the Power
Over Ethernet Kit. Once connected, the Kit will transmit data
and power over the Ethernet network cable to your remotely
located network device.
The diagram shows an example of how the Kit can be
connected to a wired switch and a wireless access point.
If you will connect the Kit to a device with a conventional
powerport, proceedto thissection, “Poweringona Devicethat
Uses a Standard Power Adapter.” If you will connect the Kit to a
device that supports inline power, proceed to this section,
“Powering on a Device that Uses Inline Power.”
Figure 3-1: Power Over Ethernet Kit Used with a Switch and Access Point

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Powering on a Device that Uses a Standard Power Adapter
Powering on a Device that Uses a Standard Power Adapter
To use the Power Over Ethernet Kit, follow these instructions:
1. Connect the Injector’s built-in Ethernet network cable to your router, switch, or other network device.
2. Connect the Kit’s included Ethernet network cable to the Injector’s Power & Data OUT port.
Then connect the other end to the Splitter’s Power & Data IN port.
Figure 3-3: Connect the Ethernet Cable to
the Splitter
Figure 3-2: Connect the Ethernet Cable
to the Injector
NOTE: If this cable is not long enough, then you can use your own Ethernet network cable.

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Powering on a Device that Uses a Standard Power Adapter
3. Connect the Splitter’s built-in Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet port of your remotely located access
point or other network device.
4. Connect the Splitter’s Power cord to the Power port of your remotely located access point or other network
device.
5. Connect the Kit’s power adapter to the Injector, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet or surge
protector.
Congratulations! The installation of the Power Over Ethernet Kit is complete.
Figure 3-5: Connect Power to the Injector
Figure 3-4: Barrel Jack Adapter (optional)
NOTE: If the plug of the Splitter’s Power cord does not fit into your network device, then use
the included barrel jack adapter. Plug the Splitter’s Power cord into the jack end, and plug the
other end of the barrel jack adapter into the Power port of your network device.

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Powering on a Device that Uses Inline Power
Powering on a Device that Uses Inline Power
You will use only the Injector to power up a device that supports inline power. Follow these instructions:
1. Connect the Injector’s built-in Ethernet network cable to your router, switch, or other network device.
2. Connect the Kit’s included Ethernet network cable to the Injector’s Power & Data OUT port.
Then connect the other end to the Ethernet port of your remotely located access point or other network
device.
3. Connect the Kit’s power adapter to the Injector, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet or surge
protector.
Congratulations! The installation of the Power Over Ethernet Kit is complete.
NOTE: Your access point or other network device must support inline power on the Ethernet port
you are using.
Figure 3-7: Connect Power to the
Injector
Figure 3-6: Connect the Ethernet Cable
to the Injector

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Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix A: Glossary
802.11a - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an
operating frequency of5GHz.
802.11b - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an
operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
802.11g - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating
frequency of 2.4GHz,and backward compatibility with 802.11b devices.
Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a
wired network. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network.
Adapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC.
Ad-hoc - A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of
an access point.
Backbone - The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together, and handles the
most data.
Bandwidth - The transmission capacity of a given device or network.
Beacon Interval - Data transmitted on your wireless network that keeps the network synchronized.
Bit - A binary digit.

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Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions.
Bridge - A device that connects different networks.
Broadband - An always-on, fast Internet connection.
Browser - An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the
World Wide Web.
Buffer - A shared or assigned memory area that is used to support and coordinate different computing and
networking activities so one isn't held up by the other.
Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long
Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to
the Internet.
CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance)- A method of data transfer that is used to
prevent data collisions.
CTS (Clear To Send) - A signal sent by a wireless device, signifying that it is ready to receive data.
Daisy Chain - A method used to connect devices in a series, one after the other.
Database - A collection of data that is organized so that its contents can easily be accessed, managed, and
updated.
Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network.

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Appendix A: Glossary
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign
temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time,
instead of assigning permanent IP addresses.
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from
the Internet.
DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP
addresses.
Domain - A specific name for a network of computers.
Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.
DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a
lower probability of information being lost in transit.
DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless
efficiency.
Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.
Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network.
Ethernet - A networking protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common
transmission medium.
Finger - A program that tells you the name associated with an e-mail address.

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Firewall - A set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resourcesof a
network from users from other networks.
Firmware - The programming code that runs a networking device.
Fragmentation -Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot
support the original size of the packet.
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - A protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network.
Full Duplex - The ability of a networking device to receive and transmit data simultaneously.
Gateway - A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols.
Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a
time.
Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices.
HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World
Wide Web.
Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point.
IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.
IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.
IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.