Features and Capabilities 7PoE SupportPoE support makes it easier to overcome installation problems withdifficult-to-wire or hard-to-reach locations. The same Category 5 cablethat connects the Access Point to the wired network also provides itspower, so AC power outlet locations and extra cabling are no longerissues. You can source power from an 802.3af-compliant power sourcingequipment (PSE) or use the supplied power adapter to power the AccessPoint.You can use the following 3Com PoE products to supply power toOfficeConnect Wireless 108 Mbps 11g PoE Access Point:■ Baseline Switch 2226-PWR Plus 3C16490■ SuperStack3 Switch 4400 PWR 3C17205■ PoE Single-Port Midspan Solution 3CNJPSE■ PoE 24 Port Midspan Solution 3CNJPSE24Dynamic rate shiftingand auto networkconnectAutomatically moves between connection speeds inresponse to physical conditions and RF interferencePower over Ethernet(PoE)Solves hard-to-wire location problems and reducescabling on the network. See “PoE Support”.User support Each Access Point can support up to 64 simultaneoususers (wireless stations), allowing plenty of room forgrowthWDS support Supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS) forcompatible wireless devices, allowing the Access Point toact either as a wireless bridge or client/repeater. Bothpoint-to-point (PTP) and point-to-multipoint (PTMP)bridge modes are supported. See “WDS Support”.Simple configuration Provides an intuitive Web interface and default settingsthat are suitable for most environmentsDHCP client support Automatically obtains an IP address on a network thathas a DHCP server, simplifying configuration andmanagementUpgradeable firmware Device firmware in a flash memory can be upgradedeasily from the Web interfaceTable 1 Wireless and Networking FeaturesFeature Description
