CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Conventions 7
Documentation 8
Documentation Comments 9
1 WX SWITCH OVERVIEW
MAP Model Numbers 11
Hardware Features 12
WX1200 Switch 12
WX4400 Switch 12
Management Features 13
Power Features 13
Network Interfaces 13
Status LEDs 14
Software Features 15
Management Features 15
Layer 2 Switching Features 16
IP Services 16
Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting 17
Roaming 17
RF Management 17
2 INSTALLING AND CONNECTING A WX SWITCH
Unpacking a WX Switch 19
Installation Requirements and Recommendations 20
3Com Wireless Switch Manager Network Plan 20
Installation Location 21
Cable Requirements 21
Installation Hardware and Tools 24