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Introduction
Introduction
This
User’s Guide
provides detailed instructions for installing and
configuring your Wireless Access Point (Wireless AP) as part of a
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). See the
Installation Task List
on page 3 for an overview of the installation process.
This Guide also includes a basic overview of wireless and LAN
technology (see page 30) suitable for novice users. It assumes you
have a working knowledge of your computer and are familiar with
the Windows operating system.
Note:
Your Wireless AP is only one element of your WLAN.
Installing this product alone will not create a wireless network.
See
About Wireless Technology and LANs
on page 30
for
information on the minimum requirements for creating a WLAN.
Kit Contents
Your Adaptec Ultra Wireless Access Point kit includes:
■ Adaptec Ultra Wireless Access Point (AWN-8060)
■ Ethernet straight-through cable
■ AC Power adapter
■ Ultra Wireless Access Point CD, which contains documentation
and the Adaptec Wireless Access Point Utility
■ Adaptec Ultra Wireless Access Point Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
To use your Wireless AP, you need a PC-compatible computer with:
■ Pentium-class 90MHz (or faster) processor
■ Microsoft Windows
®
98SE, Windows Me
®
, Windows 2000
®
, or
Windows XP
®
■ CD-ROM drive