3Com 3CRWX375075A - Wireless LAN Managed Access Point 3750 User Manual

Quick Start Guide
AP3750 Managed Access Point
3CRWX375075A
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The 3Com AP3750 Managed Access Point provides IEEE 802.11a and 802.11b/g wireless access to
the network. The access point is designed for use with a 3Com Wireless LAN Switch, and requires
hardware installation only. All configuration for the access point takes place on the 3Com Wireless
LAN Switch.
You must have a wireless switch device to operate the access point. Three WLAN switch devices can
be connected to the access point:
• 3Com WX4400
• 3Com WX1200
• 3Com WXR100
Power is supplied via Power Over Ethernet (PoE). The following 3Com PoE devices supply power to
the access point:
• 3Com PoE Injector
• 3Com 4400PWR PoE Switch
• 3Com Multi-port PoE power supply
• 3Com 5500 Series PoE capable switches
• 3Com WX1200
• 3Com WXR100
About This Guide
This Quick Start Guide describes the basic installation of the access point. It covers the following topics:
• 3Com AP3750 Managed Access Point Features
• Observing Safety Precautions
•Step 1: Unpacking the Access Point
•Step 2: Preparing for Installation
•Step 3: Connecting External Antennas
•Step 4: Mounting the Access Point
•Step 5: Connecting the Access Point to a Switch
•Step 6: Configuring the Access Point
•Step 7: Checking the LED Indicators
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3Com 3CRWX375075A - Wireless LAN Managed Access Point 3750 Specifications

General

Brand	3Com
Model	3CRWX375075A - Wireless LAN Managed Access Point 3750
Category	Wireless Access Point
Language	English

Summary

3Com AP3750 Managed Access Point Features

Observing Safety Precautions

Unpacking the Access Point

Preparing for Installation

Connecting External Antennas

Mounting the Access Point

Suspended Ceiling Installation — Flush Ceiling Tiles

Instructions for mounting the AP3750 on flush ceiling tiles using T-bar clamps.

Suspended Ceiling Installation — Drop Ceiling Tiles

Instructions for mounting the AP3750 on drop ceiling tiles using T-bar clamps.

Junction Box Installation

Procedure for mounting the AP3750 access point directly onto a junction box.

Solid Wall or Ceiling Installation

Steps for mounting the AP3750 securely to a solid wall or ceiling surface.

Tabletop Installation

Guide for placing the AP3750 access point on a flat surface using adhesive rubber feet.

Connecting the Access Point to a Switch

Configuring the Access Point

Checking the LED Indicators

Regulatory Information

MANUFACTURER'S FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) - RF Compliance

EUROPE - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EUROPE - RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 2.4GHZ FREQUENCIES IN EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES

EUROPE - RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 5GHZ FREQUENCIES IN EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES