SMC Networks EZ Connect SMC2655W User manual

User Guide
SMC2652W
EZ ConnectTM
SMC2655W
Wireless Access Point
uProtocol-independent networking functionality
u11 Mbps data rate per channel: provides alternative
for wired LANs that can dramatically cut costs
uCoverage area 590ft (180m) at 11 Mbps, 1800ft
(550m) at 1 Mbps
uSeamless connectivity to wired Ethernet LANs
augments existing networks quickly and easily
uDirect Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS)
technology provides robust, and secure wireless
connection
uEasy installation
uDual dipole antenna

EZ Connect
Wireless Access Point
User Guide
The easy way to make all your network connections
01-111263-001
6 Hughes
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: 1-800-SMC-4-YOU

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The EZ Connect Wireless Access Point 1
SMC2655W ................................................. 1
Package Checklist....................................... 2
Hardware Description ............................... 2
Applications .................................................... 3
LED Indicator ................................................ 4
System Requirements .................................... 4
Installation ...................................................... 5
SMCPWR-INJ* .............................................. 6
Configuration .............................................. 7
SNMP Management Utility Windows 98/
Me/NT/2000 Installation .................... 7
Network Configuration and Planning .. 15
Network Topologies .................................... 15
Ad Hoc Wireless LAN ................................. 15
Infrastructure Wireless LAN ....................... 16
Setting the Communication Domain ........ 17
Troubleshooting ....................................... 18
SMC Networks 802.11b Wireless Access
Point SMC2655W Maximum
Distance Table ........................ 19
Compliances ............................................. 20
FCC - Class B ................................................ 20
CSA Statement (Canada) ............................. 21
CE Mark Declaration of Conformance ..... 21
Specifications ........................................... 22
Terminology ............................................. 25

EZ CONNECT
WIRELESS ACCESS
POINT
SMC2655W
SMCs EZ Connect Wireless Access Point is an 11
Mbps wireless repeater that seamlessly integrates
with existing Ethernet networks to support
applications such as mobile users or temporary
conferences. This solution offers fast, reliable
wireless connectivity with considerable cost
savings over wired LANs (which include long-term
maintenance overhead for cabling.) Just install
enough wireless access points to cover your
network area, plug wireless cards into your
notebooks or install wireless adapters into your
desktops, and start networking.
Using this device in conjunction with SMCs EZ
Connect Wireless Cards, you can create an instant
network that integrates seamlessly with 10 Mbps
Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving or expanding
your network is as easy as moving or installing
additional access points  no wires!
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EZ CONNECT WIRELESS ACCESS POINT
Package Checklist
EZ Connect Wireless Access Point package
includes:
 1 EZ Connect Wireless Access Point with dual
dipole antenna (SMC2655W)
 1 9V DC power adapter
 1 utility diskette
 This User Guide
Please register this product and upgrade product
warranty at www.smc.com.
Please inform your dealer if there are any
incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible,
retain the carton, including the original packing
materials. Use them again to repack the product in
case there is a need to return it for repair.
Hardware Description
SMCs EZ Connect Wireless Access Point serves as
a Media Access Control (MAC) bridge between
your wired Local Area Network (LAN) and one or
more Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs).
Just attach the access point anywhere along your
Ethernet LAN to provide wireless stations within
its area of coverage with transparent access to the
local wired and wireless LAN.
The EZ Connect Wireless Access Point supports
an 11 Mbps half-duplex connection to Ethernet
networks for each active channel. It is fully
compliant with 2.4 GHz DSSS CSMA/CA wireless
networking as defined in IEEE 802.11b, and 10
Mbps Ethernet as defined in IEEE 802.3

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EZ CONNECT WIRELESS ACCESS POINT
Applications
The EZ Connect Wireless products offer a fast,
reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless client
access to the network in applications such as:
 Remote access to corporate network
information
E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation
 Difficult-to-wire environments
Historical or old buildings, asbestos
installations, and open areas where wiring is
difficult to employ
 Frequently changing environments
Retailers, manufacturers and banks who
frequently rearrange the workplace and change
location
 Temporary LANs for special projects or peak
time
Trade shows, exhibitions and construction
sites which need temporary setup for a short
time period. Retailers, airline and shipping
companies who need additional workstations
for a peak period. Auditors who require
workgroups at customer sites.
 Access to databases for mobile workers
Doctors, nurses, retailers, white-collar workers
who need access to databases while being
mobile in the hospital, retail store or office
campus.
 SOHO (Small Office and Home Office)
users
SOHO users who need easy and quick
installation of a small computer network
functions.

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EZ CONNECT WIRELESS ACCESS POINT
LED Indicators
The EZ Connect Wireless Access Point includes
three status LED indicators, as described in the
following figure and table.
System Requirements
Before you install the EZ Connect Wireless Access
Point, be sure you can meet the following
requirements:
 An A/C power outlet (100~240V, 50~60Hz)
which will supply power for the access point
 An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on a 10BASE-T
Ethernet hub or switch.
 802.11 compliant wireless ethernet adapters
with TCP/IP compatible protocol installed.
 Management Utility for configuration.

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EZ CONNECT WIRELESS ACCESS POINT
INSTALLATION
1. Select the Site - Choose a proper place for
your SMC2655W Access Point. In general, the
best location to place the access point is at the
center of your wireless coverage area, within
line of sight to all your mobile stations.
2. Stand the Antenna - Stand the antenna. Proper
placement will improve performance. Try to
place the access point in a position that can
best cover its BSS (refer to page 15).
Normally, the higher you place the antenna,
the better the performance.
3. Connect the Ethernet Cable - The SMC2655W
can be wired to a 10 BASE-T Ethernet with a
network device such as a hub or a switch.
Connect into the RJ-45 connector socket on
the back panel with category 3, 4 or 5 UTP
Ethernet cable and an RJ-45 connector.
4. Connect the Power Cable - Connect the
power adapter cable to the 9V DC power
socket on the rear panel.
Warning: ONLY USE the power adapter
supplied with the SMC2655W.
Otherwise, the product may be
damaged.