Wireless access point

摘要

An electronic assembly includes a power supply, a wireless access point, and wired network connectivity. Power for the wireless access point may come from the power supply, or alternatively, from power through the wired network. The power supply can also provide removable power to a portable information device. The wireless access point may optionally be configured to communicate wirelessly only with one particular wireless client.

主权项

1. An electronic assembly, comprising:
a wireless access point for connecting to a wired network; the wireless access point comprising a connection for receiving power from a power supply; the wireless access point comprising a connection for providing power to a separate device; and the wireless access point comprising a wireless electronics section for turning on wireless transmission only when a network cable is connected to a wired network connection of the wireless access point, and turning off wireless transmission when a network cable is not connected to the wired network connection.