Aruba AP 60/61 Access Point Installation Guide
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Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Appendix A Appendix B Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Aruba AP Setup Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 5 6 AP Deployment. . . . . . . .
Contents Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aruba AP-60 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aruba AP-61 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Related Documents .
1 Introduction The Aruba AP 60/61 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The device works in conjunction with the Aruba Mobility Controller and can act as a wireless access point or air monitor. As a wireless Access Point (AP), the Aruba AP 60/61 provides transparent, secure, high-speed data communications between wireless network devices (fixed, portable, or mobile computers with IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g wireless adapters) and the wired LAN.
Introduction Chapter 1 Front View A A B C 1 B 2 3 4 5 FIGURE 1-1 1 Aruba AP 60/61 Front View Antenna fixtures for Wireless Communications Depending on the model, the AP will have one of the following: 2 Aruba AP 60/61 Installation Guide 0510160-02 September 2006
Introduction Chapter 1 A Aruba AP60–Two Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connectors for attaching separate antennas (not included). For details, see “Aruba 60 Detachable Antennas” on page 8. (The AP60 requires that both connectors be used in ArubaOS 2.2 releases or lower. Single antenna operation is supported with ArubaOS 2.3 or higher.
Introduction Chapter 1 4 FE Port This port attaches the Aruba AP 60/61 to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment. This port also supports Serial and Power Over Ethernet (SPOE). See Appendix 4, “Product Specifications.” for port and cable specifications. 5 DC Power Socket This socket is used to connect the optional AC power adapter (not included). If POE is being used to supply power to the Aruba AP 60/61, the power adapter is not necessary.
Introduction Chapter 1 Back View 1 2 3 4 FIGURE 1-2 1 Aruba AP 60/61 Back View Mounting Slots The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the chassis are used for mounting the Aruba AP 60/61. 2 Air Vents These vents promote proper air circulation for cooling the device. Do not allow these vents to be obstructed by mounting equipment, network cables, or any other material.
Introduction Chapter 1 3 Fold-Out Stand This fold-out stand allows the Aruba AP 60/61 to be stood upright on a table or shelf. 4 Kensington Security Slot This slot is compatible with a Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not included) which can be used to prevent the unauthorized removal of the Aruba AP 60/61 from its installed location. To secure the Aruba AP 60/61, wrap a security cable around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security Slot, and turn the key.
2 AP Deployment This chapter covers the following topics: z z Physical mounting of the Aruba AP 60/61 Connecting the required cables Mounting the Aruba AP 60/61 When provisioning is complete, mount the Aruba AP 60/61 at its intended service location. The Aruba AP 60/61 Access Points with or without external antennas are intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3.af.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 The Aruba AP 60/61 can be mounted on a wall or suspended from above (not shown) using one of the optional mounting kits (dimensions vary) in the following ways: 1 FIGURE 2-1 NOTE: 2 3 Aruba AP 60/61 Mounting Options For dimensions, see Appendix 4, “Product Specifications”. Allow 5 cm (2") additional space on the right-hand side for cables. Measurements for the Aruba 60 depend on attached antennas, which vary.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas Table 3-1 lists the antennas that are approved for use with the Aruba 60. TABLE 2-1 Aruba Part # FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas Description Gain dbi Manufacturer Man. Part # 5 Nearson T614AH-2.4 5/5.X-S MULTI-BAND ANTENNA AP-ANT-1 Tri-Band, High-Gain, Omni-Directional Antenna (Indoor) (Swivel Connector) 2.4Ghz (802.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 TABLE 2-1 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas (Continued) AP-ANT-8 High-Gain, Omni-Directional Cylindrical (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector 5 Cushcraft S2403BPX3 6RSM AP-ANT-10 High-Gain, Omni-Directional Cylindrical (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector 5.5 Cushcraft S5153WBPX 36RSM AP-ANT-11 Down-Tilt, Omni-Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector 3.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 Free-Standing Placement To place the Aruba AP 60/61 indoors on a flat table or shelf: Flip open the stand located on the back of the Aruba AP 60/61: FIGURE 2-2 Aruba AP 60/61Fold-Out Stand Place the device on a sturdy table or shelf. CAUTION: Do not place the Aruba AP 60/61 in any place where it could fall on people or equipment. For more secure installation, use one of the optional mounting kits. Orient the antennas.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 Using the Built-In Mounting Slots The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the Aruba AP 60/61 can be used to attach the device upright to an indoor wall or shelf. CAUTION: Do not use the mounting slots to hang the Aruba AP 60/61 from the ceiling, sideways, or in any place where it could fall on people or equipment. For more secure installation, use one of the optional mounting kits. To hang the Aruba AP 60/61 upright using the mounting slots, perform the following steps. 1.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 2. Align the Aruba AP 60/61 mounting slots to capture the surface screws. FIGURE 2-4 3. Hanging the Aruba AP 60/61 on Screws Secure the Aruba AP 60/61, if desired. To prevent the unauthorized removal of the Aruba AP 60/61 from its installed location, use a Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not included). Wrap the security cable around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security Slot on the back of the Aruba AP 60/61, and turn the key. 4.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 Connecting Required Cables The Aruba AP 60/61 Access Points with or without external antennas are intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3.af. All interconnected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the interconnected equipment's associated LAN connections. Selecting an FE Cable The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) port is used to connect the AP to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 Connecting Cables & Power CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, be sure to comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the AP. Do not allow the Aruba AP 60/61 or its attachments to be connected to or make contact with metal or power outlets on a different electrical ground than the device to which it is connected. Also, never connect the AP or Mobility Controller to external storm grounding sources. 1.
AP Deployment Chapter 2 Selecting an Antenna There are three ways to select an AP60 antenna: 1. From the AP console (serial or telnet) enter set_antenna 0|1|2 where 0 specifies auto mode, and 1 or 2 chooses a specific antenna. The antenna selection is not persistent and the AP will loose the antenna selection, if rebooted. 2. From the AP boot prompt (apboot>) enter a_antenna 0|1|2 or g_antenna 0|1|2 to specify an antenna.
B Port Specifications FE Port The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) port is located on the right-hand side of the Aruba AP 60/61 and has an RJ-45 female connector.
Port Specifications Appendix B Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices. Serial Breakout Adapter The optional serial breakout adapter is used to separate the serial communications lines from the Aruba AP 60/61 FE+SPOE port. This allows the administrator to connect a local serial console directly to the AP and access the apboot prompt for manual provisioning.
Port Specifications Appendix B “To AP” Specifications The RJ-45 connector labeled “To AP” attaches to the Aruba AP 60/61 FE port either directly (if the AP is physically available) or indirectly (if the AP is already deployed). When connecting indirectly, use a straight-through FE coupler to attach the “To AP” connector to the FE cable leading directly to the AP’s FE port with no intervening hubs, routers, or other network equipment.
Port Specifications Appendix B The Aruba AP 60/61 and serial breakout adapter are plenum rated. When is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22(C), the connecting FE cable should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP. Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices.
C Product Specifications Compliance This section lists compliance information on a country-by-country basis. United States The following compliance statements apply for use of this product in the United States. FCC - Class B 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 harmful interference in a residential installation.
Product Specifications Appendix C RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for fixed indoor use only. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 38.5 centimeters (15.2 inches) between the radiator and your body for 2.4 GHz and 5 Ghz operations. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Product Specifications Appendix C To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Product Specifications Appendix C Peut être utilisé dans des gaines transportant de l’air traité, conformément à la section 300-22(c) du National Electrical Code et aux articles 2-128, 12-010(3) et 12-100 du Code Canadien de l’électricité, Première partie, CSA C22.1. EMC Compliance and Warning Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of the standard for medical devices, IEC 60601-1-2:2001.
Product Specifications Appendix C Certifications Item Measurement Electromagnetic Compatibility FCC Part 15 Class B, FCC Part 15 Class C (15.207/15.247) FCC Part 15 Class E 15.
Product Specifications Appendix C Product Label The product label is affixed to the chassis of the Aruba AP 60/61 The symbols on the label are explained in this chapter. Product Features z z Wireless dual-band transceiver Varied antenna options: z The Aruba AP60 has dual Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) antenna connectors that accept a variety of high-gain detachable antennas (not included).
Product Specifications Appendix C 802.11b operation uses the IEEE 802.11 High-Rate Direct Sequence (HRDS) specification, and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates in the 2.4GHz Industrial/Scientific/Medical (ISM) band. The ISM band is available worldwide for unlicensed use. Data is transmitted at speeds of up to 11 Mbps. z 802.11g provides a high data rate and is backwards compatible with 802.11b. 802.11g operation uses ODFM and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates in the 2.
Product Specifications Appendix C z z Serial breakout adapter for direct access to the AP console Mounting kit (modular cradle for walls and suspended ceilings) Check with your Aruba sales representative for the availability of optional items. The following specifications apply to the Aruba AP60 and Aruba AP61 Access Points.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-1 AP-60 802.11 Specifications Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Antenna Dual, diversity supporting Reverse Polarity-SMA (RP-SMA) detachable antenna interfaces suitable for acceptance of single-band or tri-band 802.11a/b/g detachable antennas of various pattern types and gain. For information on third-party antennas, go to the Interoperability section of the Products page at: http://www.arubanetworks.com Frequency Band z z 5.250 ~ 5.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-1 AP-60 802.11 Specifications (Continued) Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Operating Channels z z z z z Data Rates US & Canada: 8 ETSI: 13 Japan: 5 z z US & Canada: 11 ETSI: 13 Japan: 13 z z US & Canada: 11 ETSI: 13 Japan: 13 Complete country list available at http://www.arub anetworks.com/p roducts/aps/certi fication Complete country list available at http://www.aruba networks.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-2 AP-60 Characteristics (Continued) Description Physical (HxWxD): z z 159 x 99 x 31 mm / 6.26 x 3.90 x 1.22 ina Weight 198 grams / 7 oz Interfaces (Electrical): z 1 x 10/100 Base-TX auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 Interface (Auto-sensing MDI/MDX) Serial and Power Over Ethernet - 48V DC / 200mA Power Over Ethernet (802.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-2 AP-60 Characteristics (Continued) Description Humidity z z z Altitude 3,048 m (10,000 feet) maximum Standards Compliance z z z Ethernet IEEE 802.3 / IEEE 802.3u Power Over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af Wireless IEEE 802.11a/b/g Mains Connections z Class II (ungrounded equipment) Protection Against Egress of Water z The unit is protected against falling liquids with a protection class of IPX0 as defined by IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60529.
Product Specifications Appendix C Aruba AP-61 Access Point FIGURE B-2 AP-61 Aruba AP 60/61 Installation Guide 33
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE 2-3 AP-61 802.11 Specifications Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Antenna Integral, diversity supporting dual, tri-band 802.11a/b/g omni-directional high-gain antennas with 90 degrees rotational movement Integral antenna gain: 2.4 Ghz / 2.8 dBi 5.150-5.350 Ghz / 3.9 dBi 5.6 Ghz / 4 dBi Frequency Band z z z 34 5.150 ~ 5.250 Ghz (lower band) 5.250 ~ 5.350 Ghz (middle band) 5.725 ~ 5.825 Ghz (higher band) z z 2.4 ~ 2.483 Ghz (US, Canada & ETSI) 2.4 ~ 2.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE 2-3 AP-61 802.11 Specifications (Continued) Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Operating Channels z z z z US, Canada & ETSI: 12 Japan: 5 Complete country list available at http://www.arub anetworks.com/ products/aps/cer tification Data Rates 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel z z US & Canada: 11 ETSI: 13 Japan: 13 z z US & Canada: 11 ETSI: 13 Japan: 13 Complete country list available at http://www.arub anetworks.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-4 AP-61 Characteristics (Continued) Description Physical (HxWxD): z z z z Interfaces (Electrical): z z z Interfaces (Mechanical): Antenna up, stand closed—216 x 99 x 31 mm / 8.50 x 3.90 x 1.22 ina Antenna up, stand open—209 x 99 x 74 mm / 8.23 x 3.90 x 2.91 in Antenna 90o, stand closed— 159 x 99 x 71 mm / 6.26 x 3.90 x 2.
Product Specifications Appendix C TABLE B-4 AP-61 Characteristics (Continued) Description Operating Environment z z 0 ºC to 50 ºC (32 ºF to 122 ºF) AP 0 ºC to 40 ºC (32 ºF to 104 ºF) AC Mains Power Adapter Kit Storage Environment z z 0 ºC to 70 ºC (32 ºF to 158 ºF) AP -20 ºC to 70 ºC (-4 ºF to 158 ºF) AC Mains Power Adapter Kit Humidity z z z 5 to 95%, non-condensing AP 15 to 85% RH AC Mains Power Adapter Kit 5 to 90% RH Storage Humidity AC Mains Power Adapter Kit Altitude 3,048 m (10,000 feet) m
Product Specifications Appendix C Contacting Aruba Networks Web Site Main Site http://www.arubanetworks.com Support Site http://www.arubanetworks.com/support Software Licensing Site https://licensing.arubanetworks.com Wireless Security Incident Response Team (WSIRT) http://www.arubanetworks.com/support /wsirt Support Email support@arubanetworks.com WSIRT Email wsirt@arubanetworks.com Please email details of any security problem found in an Aruba product.
Product Specifications Appendix C The Restriction on Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) (2002/95/EC), which accompanies the WEEE Directive, bans the use of heavy metals and brominated flame-retardants in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment. Specifically, restricted materials under the RoHS Directive are Lead (including Solder used in PCB's), Cadmium, Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, and Bromine. Aruba declares compliance with the European Union (EU) WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC).
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