Page 3 - NOTICE; ENTERASYS NETWORKS, ENTERASYS ROAMABOUT, LANVIEW
I NOTICE ENTERASYS NETWORKS reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document and its web site without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult ENTERASYS NETWORKS to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmw...
Page 4 - II; Firmware License Agreement; You and Enterasys agree as follows; Except as otherwise authorized in writing by Enterasys, You may
II Enterasys Networks, Inc. Firmware License Agreement BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between the end user (“You”) and Enterasys Networks, Inc. on behalf of itself and its Affiliates (as hereinafter...
Page 5 - III; derivative works based on the Program, in whole or in part.
III in part, including for reasons of error correction or interoperability, except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable law and to the extent the parties shall not be permitted by that applicable law, such rights are expressly excluded. Information necessary to achieve interoperability or...
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IV 5. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The enclosed Program (i) was developed solely at private expense; (ii) contains “restricted computer software” submitted with restricted rights in accordance with section 52.227-19 (a) through (d) of the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights...
Page 9 - VII; OMPLIANCES; Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement; Wireless 5 GHz Band Statements:
VII C OMPLIANCES RBT-1002, RBT-1002-EU Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against har...
Page 10 - VIII; Operating Frequencies
C OMPLIANCES VIII High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of the 5250-5350 MHz and 5725-5850 MHz bands. These radars could cause interference and /or damage to the access point when used in Canada.The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifi...
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C OMPLIANCES IX Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European Community This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries as...
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C OMPLIANCES XI described in this document. • This device employs a radar detection feature required for operation in the 5 GHz band. This feature is automatically enabled when the country of operation is correctly configured for any of the countries listed below. The presence of nearby radar operat...
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C OMPLIANCES XII RBT-1002C, RBT-1002C-EU Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against h...
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C OMPLIANCES XIII Operating Frequencies The user must use the configuration utility provided with this product to ensure the channels of operation are in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for country in which it is being operated. Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exc...
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C OMPLIANCES XIV • 7 cm (D=0.06494 m) is the minimum distance between the EUT and human body to meet the E-field strength of 61V/m. • The 5 GHz Turbo Mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. The current setting for this feature is found in the 5 GHz 802.11a Radio ...
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C OMPLIANCES XV Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the Asia, Pacific, and Middle East Communities This device is intended to be operated in all countries listed below of the Asia, Pacific, and Middle East Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license requirements a...
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C OMPLIANCES XVI Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the Asia, Pacific, and Middle East Community The user/installer must use the provided configuration utility to check the current channel of operation and make necessary configuration changes to ensure operation occurs in conformance with the spectru...
Page 19 - XVII; Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the
C OMPLIANCES XVII Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community English Hereby, Enterasys, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the original Declaration of conformity ca...
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C OMPLIANCES XVIII German (DE) Hiermit erklärt Enterasys, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN de- vice in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". Eine Kopie der ursprünglichen Erklärung der Übereinstimmun...
Page 21 - XIX; Safety Compliance; Power Cord Safety
C OMPLIANCES XIX Safety Compliance Power Cord Safety Please read the following safety information carefully before installing the access point: WARNING: Installation and removal of the unit must be carried out by qualified personnel only.• The unit must be connected to an earthed (grounded) outlet t...
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C OMPLIANCES XX Switzerland The supply plug must comply with SEV/ASE 1011. U.K. The supply plug must comply with BS1363 (3-pin 13 A) and be fitted with a 5 A fuse which complies with BS1362. The mains cord must be <HAR> or <BASEC> marked and be of type HO3VVF3GO.75 (minimum). Europe The ...
Page 23 - XXI; Hazardous Substances
C OMPLIANCES XXI Hazardous Substances This product complies with the requirements of European Directive, 2002/95/EC, Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Notice In accordance with Directive 2002/9...
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Page 25 - XXIII; Table of Contents; Index
XXIII Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Checklist ............................................................................................1-2Hardware Description .......................................................................................1-3 Component Description .........
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Page 27 - Radio Characteristics
1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction Note: The RBT-1002C-EU, although listed in this document, is not available until March 2008. Aunque el modelo RBT-1002C-EU está especificado en este documento, éste no estará disponible sino hasta marzo de 2008. The RoamAbout RBT-1002, RBT-1002C, RBT-1002C-EU, and the RBT-...
Page 28 - Introduction; Package Checklist
Introduction 1-2 Complementary Code Keying (CCK) modulation technology to achieve a communication rate of up to 11 Mbps. The access point supports a 54 Mbps half-duplex connection to Ethernet networks for each active channel. Package Checklist The RoamAbout Wireless Access Point package includes: • ...
Page 29 - Hardware Description; Top Panel
Hardware Description 1-3 Hardware Description Top Panel Rear Panel Antennas LED Indicators Security Slot 5 VDC Power Socket RJ-45 Port, PoE Connector Reset Button Console Port Bracket Fastening Screw
Page 30 - Component Description; Antennas; : Your radio LEDs may
Introduction 1-4 Component Description Antennas The access point includes integrated diversity antennas for wireless communications. A diversity antenna system uses two identical antennas to receive and transmit signals, helping to avoid multipath fading effects. When receiving, the access point che...
Page 31 - LED
Hardware Description 1-5 LED Status Description Power Solid green Normal operation. All of the following are true:• Management link with a wireless switch is operational • Access point has booted• Access point has received a valid configuration from a wireless switch Slow blink green (2 sec on/off) ...
Page 32 - Security Slot; The console port is not used on the RBT-1002.; Ethernet Port
Introduction 1-6 Security Slot The access point includes a Kensington security slot on the rear panel. You can prevent unauthorized removal of the access point by wrapping the Kensington security cable (not provided) around an unmovable object, inserting the lock into the slot, and turning the key. ...
Page 33 - Reset Button; The reset button has no affect on the RBT-1002.; Power Connector
Hardware Description 1-7 However, when connecting the access point to a workstation or other device that does not have MDI-X ports, you must use crossover twisted-pair cable. The access point appears as an Ethernet node and performs a bridging function by moving packets from the wired LAN to remote ...
Page 34 - Features and Benefits
Introduction 1-8 Features and Benefits • Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports or 54 Mbps wireless interface (supporting up to 127 mobile users) • IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g compliant • Interoperable with multiple vendors based on the IEEE 802.11f protocol • Advanced securit...
Page 35 - Select a Site; – Choose a proper place for the access point.; Mount the Access Point; – The access point can be
2-1 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 1. Select a Site – Choose a proper place for the access point. In general, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight of all wireless devices. Try to place the access point in a position that can best cover its Basic Se...
Page 36 - Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation 2-2 Mounting on a wall or the ceiling– The access point should be mounted only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent. To mount the access point on a wall, or ceiling, always use its wall-mounting bracket. a. Using the mounting bracket, ma...
Page 37 - Lock the Access Point in Place; – To prevent unauthorized
Hardware Installation 2-3 Then screw down the fastening screw to secure the access point to the bracket. 3. Lock the Access Point in Place – To prevent unauthorized removal of the access point, you can use a Kensington Slim MicroSaver security cable (not included) to attach the access point to a fix...
Page 38 - Connect the Ethernet Cable; Connect the Power Cord; – Connect the power adapter to
Hardware Installation 2-4 4. Connect the Ethernet Cable – The access point can be wired to a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet network through a device such as a hub or a switch. Connect your network to the RJ-45 port on the back panel with category 3, 4, or 5 UTP Ethernet cable. When the access point and the co...
Page 39 - Observe the Self Test; – When you power on the access; Position the Antennas; – Each antenna emits a radiation
Hardware Installation 2-5 6. Observe the Self Test – When you power on the access point, verify that the Power indicator stops blinking and remains on green, and that the other indicators start functioning as described under “LED Indicators” on page 1-4. If the Power LED does not stop blinking or tu...
Page 41 - For troubleshooting information, refer to the
A-1 Appendix A Troubleshooting For troubleshooting information, refer to the RoamAbout Mobility System Software Configuration Guide .
Page 42 - Troubleshooting
Page 43 - Refer to the
B-1 Appendix B Configuration All configuration of the RBT-1002 is done from the RoamAbout wireless switch and the RoamAbout Switch Manager interface. Refer to the RoamAbout Switch Manager User Guide and the RoamAbout Mobility System Software Configuration Guide for configuration information.
Page 44 - Configuration
Page 45 - Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments; “Straight-Through Wiring”; Advertencia
C-1 Appendix C Cables and Pinouts Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments For 10/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connec...
Page 46 - Cables and Pinouts; Pin
Cables and Pinouts C-2 The following figure illustrates how the pins on the RJ-45 connector are numbered. Be sure to hold the connectors in the same orientation when attaching the wires to the pins. 10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments Use unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable ...
Page 48 - Straight-Through Wiring
Cables and Pinouts C-4 Straight-Through Wiring Because the 10/100 Mbps port on the access point uses an MDI pin configuration, you must use “straight-through” cable for network connections to hubs or switches that only have MDI-X ports. However, if the device to which you are connecting supports aut...
Page 49 - General Specifications; Maximum Channels
D-1 Appendix D Specifications Note: The RBT-1002C-EU, although listed in this document, is not available until March 2008. Aunque el modelo RBT-1002C-EU está especificado en este documento, éste no estará disponible sino hasta marzo de 2008. General Specifications Maximum Channels 802.11a : RBT-1002...
Page 50 - Specifications; Maximum Clients; 27 total clients for the AP; Operating Range; Data Rate
Specifications D-2 RBT-1002-EU ETSI: 1-13 France: 10-13 RBT-1002C-EU ETSI: 1-13 France: 10-13 Maximum Clients 127 total clients for the AP Operating Range Refer to the RoamAbout Switch Manager User Guide Data Rate 802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel802.11g: 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 3...
Page 51 - Via RoamAbout wireless switches, RoamAbout Switch Manager
General Specifications D-3 4.92 ~ 4.98 GHz Japan 5.04 ~ 5.08 GHz Japan 802.11b : 2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Canada) AC Power Adapters Input: 100-240 AC, 50-60 HzOutput: 5 VDC, 3 A or 2 AMaximum Power: 13.2 W Unit Power Supply DC Input: 5 VDC, 2 A PoE input: 48 VDC, 0.2 A maximumPower consumption: 9.6 W m...
Page 52 - Compliances; Sensitivity
Specifications D-4 Compliances RBT-1002, RBT-1002C FCC Class B (US)ICES-003 (Canada) RBT-1002C-EU, RBT-1002-EU RTTED 1999/5/EC Radio Signal Certification RBT-1002, RBT-1002C: FCC Part 15.247 (2.4 GHz)FCC part 15 15.407(b)RSS-210 (Canada) RBT-1002C-EU, RBT-1002-EU: EN 300.328, EN 301.893EN 300 826, E...
Page 53 - Transmit Power
General Specifications D-5 Transmit Power 16 QAM (36 Mbps) -77 -77 -78 -78 64 QAM (48 Mbps) -73 -73 -73 -73 64QAM(54 Mbps) -69 -70 -70 -67 IEEE 802.11g Data Rate Sensitivity (dBm) 6 Mbps -88 9 Mbps -87 12 Mbps -86 17 Mbps -85 24 Mbps -81 36 Mbps -77 48 Mbps -72 54 Mbps -70 IEEE 802.11b Data Rate Sen...
