Meru Networks AP433 Installation Guide
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Contents 1 About this Guide ..................................................................................................... 8 1.1 Audience........................................................................................................... 8 1.2 Other Sources of Information ........................................................................... 8 1.2.1 Meru Publications ..................................................................................... 8 1.2.2 Website Resources ........
5.1 Note ................................................................................................................ 27 5.2 Safety Precautions .......................................................................................... 27 5.3 Package Content, AP433i & 433is ................................................................. 27 5.4 Determine Power Requirements..................................................................... 27 5.4.1 IEEE Std 802.3af PoE Usage ...........................
.2 Declaration of Conformity, Federal Communication Commission ............... 51 7.2.1 Manufacturer Information ....................................................................... 51 7.2.2 Declaration of Conformity ...................................................................... 51 7.3 Declaration of Conformity, Industry Canada ................................................. 52 7.3.1 Manufacturer Information ....................................................................... 52 7.3.
1 About this Guide This guide provides installation instructions for the Meru AP433 Series Access Points. The term “access point” is used interchangeably throughout this document to apply to any model when there are no differences among the models. 1.1 Audience This guide is intended for anyone installing Meru Wireless LAN System Access Points (APs). 1.2 Other Sources of Information Additional information is available in the following Meru publications, Web site, and external references. 1.2.1 1.2.
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3 AP433 Series 3.1 What is AP433? Access Points contain radio devices that communicate with the Meru Controller and form the wireless LAN (WLAN). The Meru Controller and Access Points connect to the site’s wired LAN through wired switches. Wireless clients associate with the Access Points as they roam throughout the WLAN. As such, they are an extension of the wired LAN, providing the wireless benefits of client mobility, enhanced access, and dynamic network configuration.
• Up to three IEEE Std 802.11n-capable wireless radios with no licensing requirement • IEEE Std 802.11n support with channel bonding in both 2.4GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands’ channel bonding combines two 20MHz channels into a single-wide 40MHz channel for increased throughput • Plug and Play deployment using centralized controller platforms. • Multi-layered security including standard WPA2, IEEE Std 802.
Figure 4, OAP433e Outdoor AP
4 Installing AP433e This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP433e, which is supported on System Director Version 6.0-SR1 and later. It contains the following sections, 4.1 • Safety Precautions • Unpack the AP433e • Determine Power Requirements • Installation Requirements • Install the AP433e • Check AP433e LED Activity • Where to Go From Here Safety Precautions IMPORTANT—Read and follow the regulatory instructions in Appendix B before installing and operating this Product.
When using System Director V6.0 SR2 (or earlier version) and an IEEE Std 802.3at, all possible configurations are supported (all three radios utilizing up to 3 antennas each). or a list of supported PoEs, see the appendix Supported Power Over Ethernet Devices for Meru APs. 4.4 Installation Requirements An array of holes on the mounting bracket allows the AP433e to be mounted on the wall and over junction boxes or molly bolts.
communications path. On a wall, orient the AP433e horizontally so that you can read the Meru logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this orientation provides optimum MIMO performance. Meru recommends planning for about 50 clients per radio (or per interference region) if you plan to use Virtual Port and plan to have phones as clients. For a data-only installation, plan up to 128 clients per radio. Refer to the Meru Deployment Guides on the support site for more information.
terminated with antennas or with 50 ohm Reverse Polarity SMA terminators. The attached antennas must be the same model; if you replace one antenna with a different type, replace them all. 4.6.
4.7 Install the Access Point AP433e AP433e ships with a mounting bracket included in the box. This bracket is intended for installation as a wall-mount; for mounting on a ceiling, no mount is typically required. See the following subjects for more specific details. 4.7.
• Orient the AP433e horizontally so that you can read the Meru logo and the Console and network ports are pointed downwards - this orientation provides optimum MIMO performance. • Align the mounting screws on the back of the AP433e with the corresponding holes on the mounting bracket. • Slide the AP433e downwards until the screws click into the holes. They should seat fairly firmly. • Slide the mounting bracket’s locking bar to the right, locking the AP in place.
4.7.3 Mount AP433e below a Suspended Ceiling The brackets on the bottom of the AP433e allow it to be mounted directly to a ceiling T-bar (see Figure 10).
4.7.4 Mount AP433e above a Suspended Ceiling (Plenum) Use the optional T-bar box hanger mounting kit to mount the AP433e above suspended ceiling T-rails (Figure 12, AP433e Mounted above a Suspended Ceiling Face Down). The installation attaches the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling rails and then the AP433e attaches to the T-bar box hanger. Note that an AP433e mounted above the ceiling has about 2-3 dBm less RF coverage than an AP433e mounted under the ceiling.
• Remove a nut from each leg and slide the crossbar (with the AP attached) in place on top of the legs. • Replace the two nuts, locking the bar in place. • Connect one end of the PoE Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector. • Check that the AP433e is operating correctly before replacing the ceiling tile. Verify correct operating using the LEDs, as shown in Check AP433e LED Activity.
4.7.5 Mount AP433e on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has recessed supports and lowered tiles is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 13, Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting Adapter (MNT-SCRMKIT-03) Figure 13, Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting Adapter (MNT-SCRMKIT-03) • Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted.
4.7.6 Mount AP433e on an Interlude T-Bar The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has interlude T-Bar supports is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket, as depicted in Figure 14, T-Bar Mounting Adapter (MNT-SCRMKIT-04) Figure 14, T-Bar Mounting Adapter (MNT-SCRMKIT-04) • Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted.
4.8 Check AP433e LED Activity When AP433e first connects to the controller (and any time the access point is rebooted), the AP initializes and is then programmed by the controller. When the AP first powers up, all LEDs are green as Figure 16, AP433e Status LED Figure 16, AP433e Status LED After the AP433e is connected, check the status of the LEDs. The functions of the LEDs are described below 4.8.
4.9 Approved Antennas for AP433e Only approved antennas may be used in conjunction with AP433e access points. Access Points have been designed to operate with the antennas listed below. Antennas not included in this list are strictly prohibited for use with these devices. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. Meru Part Number Gain @ 2.4 GHz Gain @ 5.x GHz Description ANT-ABGN23O-W 2.0 3.0 Default Antenna. Dual band Omni directional dipole antenna ANT-6ABGN-24 2.5 4.
5 Installing AP433i & 433is This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP433i & 433is, which is supported on System Director Version 6.0-SR1 and later. It contains the following sections, 5.1 • Safety Precautions • Unpack the AP433i & 433is • Determine Power Requirements • Installation Requirements • Install the AP433i & 433is • Check AP433i & 433is LED Activity • Where to Go From Here Note This document depicts installation procedures for the AP433i and 433is models.
802.3af PoE power source, Meru only supports two radios (radio 0 and 1). This is because three radios using an IEEE Std 802.3af switch/PoE injector may not have enough power to operate properly. When using an 802.af PoE, Meru supports single or dual radios utilizing up to 3 antennas each. 5.4.2 IEEE Std 802.3at PoE Usage When using System Director V6.0 SR2 (or earlier version) and an IEEE Std 802.3at, all possible configurations are supported (all three radios utilizing up to 3 antennas each).
mounting is recommended but wall mounting is also supported. In addition, the AP433i should be mounted in a location that meets the following conditions Relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves. Select a location with minimal physical obstructions between the AP and the wireless stations. In an office with cubicles, mounting the APs below a hanging ceiling (plenum is supported) or the wall near the ceiling provides the least obstructed communications path.
After unclipping the shell, it is a simple matter to lift it off of the main AP. See Figure 19, Removing AP433i & 433is shell Figure 19, Removing AP433i & 433is shell You are now ready to proceed with the wall mounting procedure.
Figure 20, AP433i & 433is wall mounting bracket • Place the mounting bracket against the wall with the sliding lock mechanism facing upwards. The Quick Reference Installation instructions on the bracket should be visible. • Using the holes on the mounting bracket itself as a guide, mark the location on the wall for the AP bracket mounting screws. If possible, center the mounting screws on a wall stud. (If mounting on a wall stud is impossible, use plastic wall anchors on the remaining screws.
• bracket. • Slide the AP433i downwards until the screws click into the holes. They should seat fairly firmly. • Slide the mounting bracket’s locking bar to the right, locking the AP in place. • If desired, use the provided clip to lock the bracket shut by sliding it through the aligned holes on the right-hand side of the bracket.
5.8.3 Mount AP433i & 433is below a Suspended Ceiling The brackets on the bottom of the AP433i allow it to be mounted directly to a ceiling Tbar (see Figure 24, Mounting AP433i & 433is to a Suspended Ceiling Rail). Note that the AP lock must be disabled by sliding the locking key (provided in the box) into the unlock hole on the side of the AP shown inFigure 23, Ports for AP433i & 433is in order to clip the AP in place.
5.9 Check AP433i & 433is LED Activity When AP433i & 433is first connects to the controller (and any time the access point is rebooted), the AP initializes and is then programmed by the controller. When the AP first powers up, all LEDs are green Figure 26, AP433i & 433is LEDs After the AP433i & 433is is connected, check the status of the LEDs. The functions of the LEDs are described below 5.9.
• 5.10 Click OK. Where to Go From Here Now that the AP433i & 433is is installed, refer to the Meru System Director Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the hardware. Return to this chapter to check the status of the LEDs once the WLAN is operational.
6 Installing OAP433e This chapter describes how to physically install an OAP433e, which is supported on System Director Versions 6.0 SR2 and later. It contains the following sections: • Unpacking the OAP433e • Installation Requirements • Assembling the Waterproof Ethernet Connector • Installing the Access Point • Where to Go From Here • Unpacking the OAP433e Note Please use the OAP433 series only with Listed ITE or equivalently-rated equipment. 6.
• RF coaxial cable to connect the antennas to the OAP433e • Drill (if wall-mounting) • Crescent wrench • Outdoor CAT5 Ethernet cable, Cable type CMX o Size 22 (American Wire Gauge) with a 3.8mm gap o Size 24 (AWG) with a 3mm gap Note The Ethernet cable must be run through the OAP433e’s water-tight input port, which is provided in the package. This will ensure a waterproof seal around the connection. Follow the instructions listed later in this chapter to properly install the cable. 6.
Figure 28, SAmple physical layout 6.6 Radio Position Planning Never construct a radio mast, pole, or tower near overhead power lines. In addition, local regulations may limit or prevent construction of a high radio mast or tower. If your OAP433e link requires a high radio mast or tower, consult a professional contractor for advice. Once the required antenna height has been determined, other factors affecting the precise position of the OAP433e must be considered. 6.
• 6.9 Snow and Ice — Falling snow, like rain, has no significant effect on the radio signal. However, a build up of snow or ice on antennas may cause the link to fail.In this case, the snow or ice has to be cleared from the antennas to restore operation of the link. Ethernet Cabling When a suitable antenna location has been determined, plan a cable route from the OAP433e outdoors to the PoE-enabled controller indoors. Consider these points: 6.
6.12 Mounting the Access Point The OAP433e can be mounted on the following (brackets are included): 6.12.1 • 2 to 3 inch diameter pole • Wall Mounting OAP433e with the Pole-Mounting Bracket Be sure to attach antennas (see Connecting Antennas and Ground Wire to OAP433e) before mounting an OAP433e on a pole.
• Insert the cone into the circular portion of the bracket attached to the AP. The two should fit somewhat snugly, although a screw assembly will be required to hold them in place. • Run one of the long screws provided in the package down through the hole that runs through both portions of the bracket. The head of the screw should fit into the hexagonal slot on the top of the bracket assembly. • On the other end of the screw (i.e.
attached to another circular portion (seeFigure 32, Square mounting bracket), attach the OAP433e to the square portion of the mounting bracket by placing the bracket flat against the bottom of the AP and inserting screws into the corners of the bracket portion. The holes on the bracket should correspond to the holes on the bottom of the AP.
The flat washer should be against the base of the mounting assembly. 6.12.3 • Screw one of the hexagonal nuts into place on top of the two washers. Once tightened, the nut should force the lock washer into place and the two bracket components should be locked together. • Connect the Ethernet cable to the controller and verify that all antennas are securely connected. Connecting Antennas and Ground Wire to OAP433e OAP433e does not ship with any antenna by default.
Figure 35, Antenna-Radio Mapping & Radio Setting Follow these steps to connect antennas: • Remove the protective dust caps from the antenna connectors. • Mount the external antenna on the same supporting structure as you did the OAP433e, within 3 m (10 ft.) of it, using the bracket supplied in the antenna package. • Connect the antenna to the OAP433e’s N-type connector (5G-1 and 2.4G-1) using the RF coaxial cable provided in the antenna box.
Note When not using antenna connectors on the OAP433e, keep the covers securely attached for weather protection. Once the AP is deployed, these unused connectors must be properly terminated. Caution! Caution! Equipment shall be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and when applicable, the National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE C2.
Figure 38, OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0606-O-N antennas in US/IC
6.15 Installation with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N The following diagram show the installation with Installation with ANT-O4ABGN0607-PT-N antenna.
Figure 40, OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in FCC/IC Note To deployment ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in MESH mode (point to point or point-to-multiple-points), user will need to drecrease radio tranmit powr 0.3 dBm (TX) to meet regulatory requirements in 5 GHz band. To deployment ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in non-MESH mode (neither point to point nor point-to-multiple-points), user will need to drecrease radio tranmit powr 1.0 dBm (TX) to meet regulatory requirements in 5 GHz band.
deployment with ANT-A08O-NM-1 or 2 & BG08O-NM antenna in FCC/IC & Figure 42, OAP433e deployment with ANT-A080-NM-1 or 2 & BG-080-NM antenna in ETSI Figure 41, OAP433e deployment with ANT-A08O-NM-1 or 2 & BG08O-NM antenna in FCC/IC Figure 42, OAP433e deployment with ANT-A080-NM-1 or 2 & BG-080-NM antenna in ETSI Note To deployment ANT-A080-NM-1 or 2 & ANT-BG080-NM in MESH mode (point to point or point-to-multiple-points), user will need to drecrease radio tranmit powr 0.
6.17 Where to Go From Here Now that the OAP433e is installed, go to the Meru System Director Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the hardware. Return to this chapter to check the status of the LEDs once the WLAN is operational. As well, check the AP chapter in the Meru System Director Configuration Guide for instructions on configuring radio band, dual radio, and external antenna operation.
7 Regulatory Information The Meru Access Point (APs) must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. For country-specific approvals, see below. Meru Networks, Inc. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of APs, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Meru Net- works, Inc.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference.
aux appareils WLAN. These devices are not permitted to operate in the 5600 - 5650 MHz band (Ces appareils ne sont pas autorisés à opérer dans le 5600 - bande 5650 MHz.) For products available in the Canadian markets, only channels 1 through 11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not authorized.
Meru Networks, Inc 894 Ross Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 USA 7.4.2 Declaration of Conformity The following standards were applied: EMC-EN 301.489-1 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive; EN 301.489-17 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive Health & Safety-EN60950-1 Radio-EN 300 328 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive; EN 301.893 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.
Slovensko (Slovenian) Ta oprema je v skladu z bistvenimi Krav in druge ustrezne provizije Direktive 1999/5/ES Slovensky (Slovak) Toto zariadenie je v súlade so základnými kráv a ostatnými príslušnými útvarmi Komisie smernice 1999/5/ES Suomi (Finnish) Tämä laite on yhdenmukainen olennaisten krav ja muiden asiaan liittyvien komission direktiivin 1999/5/EY Svenska (Swedish) Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de grundläggande krav och andra relevanta uppdrag av direktiv 1999/5/EG This device is
the antennas at a greater separation distance then recommended or lowering the transmitter power output. Table 8, FCC guideline for minimum safe distance in MPE exhibit 7.5.3 Model Minimum safe distance in MPE exhibit AP433e 20 cm AP433i 40 cm AP433is 30 cm OAP433e 51 cm Industry Canada Guidelines This device meets the Industry Canada guidelines for exposure to radio aaves The 433 SERIES AP include radio transmitters and receivers.
8 Remarks 8.1 Maximum EIRP The transmit EIRP is the sum of the conductive transmit power, IEEE Std 802.11n multilple stream effect, and the antenna gain. By default, Meru 433 SERIES AP EIRP is set lower than the regulatory limit with the default antenna. 8.2 Dual Concurrent Same Band Operation With grant of additional regulatory approval and FCC Permit-but-Ask, users may configure two radios in 433 SERIES AP on the same band (i.e., two or three radios are on the 5.
8.6 Frequencies Blocked for Regulatory Compliance AP433e, AP433i, & AP433is are for indoor use only , in U-NII-1 and/or U-NII-3 band when Dynamic Frequency Selection, DFS, from 5.25-5.35 GHz and 5.475.725 GHz, is disabled in some regions. With DFS approval from System Director V 6.0 SR2, AP433e, AP433i, & AP433is can be operate in U-NII-2 or U-NII-2e in some regions OAP433e is for outdoor use only , in U-NII-1 and/or U-NII-3 band when Dynamic Frequency Selection, DFS, from 5.25-5.35 GHz (U-NII-2) and 5.
9 Cautions and Warnings The cautions and warnings that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 9.1 Cautions A Caution calls your attention to a possible hazard that can damage equipment. "Vorsicht” weist auf die Gefahr einer möglichen Beschädigung des Gerätes in.
Inc. deben usarse de tal manera que se minimice la posibilidad de contacto para el usuario durante la operación normal. Para evitar la posibilidad de exceder los límites de exposición a radiofrecuencia establecidos por la, el usuario (o cualquier otra persona en torno) debe mantenerse a una distancia de al menos 20 cm respecto a las antenas del punto de acceso. Caution! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum), or CMP (Communications Plenum). Alle Ethernet Kabel, die in Lüftungsräumen installiert werden, sollten gemäß NEC Artikel 800.50 geeig- net sein und entsprechend zur Verwendung in Hohlräumen (Plenum) und Lüftungsräumen im Hinblick auf Rauchausbreitung gekennzeichnet sein, z.B. CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum) oder CMP (Communications Plenum).
