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AP-700 User Guide

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following:

• Introduction to Wireless Networking

• Guidelines for Roaming

• Management and Monitoring Capabilities

Introduction to Wireless Networking

An Access Point extends the capability of an existing Ethernet network to devices on a wireless network. Wireless

devices can connect to a single Access Point, or they can move between multiple Access Points located within the same

vicinity. As wireless clients move from one coverage cell to another, they maintain network connectivity.

In a typical network environment (see Figure 1-1), the AP functions as a wireless network access point to data and voice

networks. An AP network provides:

• Seamless client roaming for both data and voice (VoIP)

• Easy installation and operation

• Over-the-air encryption of data

• High speed network links

Figure 1-1 Typical Wireless Network Access Infrastructure

Guidelines for Roaming

• Typical voice network cell coverages vary based on environment. Proxim recommends having a site survey done

professionally to ensure optimal performance. For professional site surveyors, Ekahau™ Site Survey software is

included in the Xtras folder of the Installation CD.

• An AP can only communicate with client devices that support its wireless standards.

• All Access Points must have the same Network Name to support client roaming.

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