Q&As for the AXIS 9010, a Bluetooth Access Point

Q: What is an AXIS 9010 used for?
A: It establishes a wireless connection to your network or to the Internet.

Q: How does the device work?
A: Via wireless radio technologies. The Axis 9010 has a Bluetooth wireless technology microchip with an embedded radio transmitter.

Q: What do I need to have in order to use an AXIS 9010?
A: An Ethernet LAN, or a TCP/IP-based broadband connection, and a mobile device enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology. The mobile device must support the Bluetooth LAN Access Profile.

Q: Is this a stand-alone device?
A: Yes. The AXIS 9010 has built-in intelligence and is based on Axis’ ThinServer Technology, which enables devices to be connected to any computer network seamlessly and cost-effectively. The cornerstone of this technology is the AXIS ETRAX system-on-a-chip, optimized for Internet applications and featuring embedded Linux.

Q: Does one AXIS 9010 work with others to provide wider coverage?
A: Yes.

Q: Can I reach a network printer or surf the Internet via the AXIS 9010?
A: Yes. Everything you can do via a wired connection can be done via a radio link.

Q: Does the AXIS 9010 require a lot of installations and configuration?
A: No. It’s basically “plug and play.”

Q: Is an IP address necessary?
A: Yes. Both the AXIS 9010 and your Bluetooth device need an IP address. It should be assigned by a network administrator or ISP, or assigned automatically by a DHCP server.

Q: How do I connect a mobile device to the AXIS 9010?
A: Via software provided by the mobile device manufacturer. For more information, check the user's manual for your mobile device.

Q: How many Bluetooth devices can connect to each AXIS 9010?
A: The AXIS 9010 currently supports up to six simultaneous data users.

Q: Can I manage the AXIS 9010?
A: Yes, using the Axis 9010 Web interface.

Q: What is the AXIS 9010 Web interface?
A: The AXIS 9010 has an integrated Web server that you can reach via a browser to access, set parameters and control other features. Enter the IP address and it will start automatically in your chosen Web browser.

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