AP-5131 Access Point INSTALLATION GUIDE
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AP-5131 Install Guide Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.3 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2.0 AP-5131 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Mounting the AP-5131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3.5 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 4.0 Basic AP-5131 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 4.1 Configuring Basic AP-5131 Device Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 4.2 Where to Go From Here? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 5.0 Regulatory Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 1 Introduction The Symbol AP-5131 Access Point (AP) provides a bridge between Ethernet wired LANs or WANs and wireless networks. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped mobile units (MUs). MUs include the full line of Symbol terminals, bar-code scanners adapters (PC cards, Compact Flash cards and PCI adapters) and other devices. The AP-5131 provides a maximum 54Mbps data transfer rate via each radio.
2 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 1.2 Warnings • • • • • • • • • • • Read all installation instructions and site survey reports, and verify correct equipment installation before connecting the AP-5131 to its power source. Remove jewelry and watches before installing this equipment. Verify that the unit is grounded before connecting it to the power source. Verify that any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.
AP-5131 Specifications 2 AP-5131 Specifications 2.1 Physical Characteristics The AP-5131 has the following physical characteristics: Dimensions 5.32 inches long x 9.45 inches wide x 1.77 inches thick. 135 mm long x 240 mm wide x 45 mm thick. Housing Metal, Plenum Housing (UL2043) Weight 1.95 lbs/0.88 Kg (single-radio model) 2.05 lbs/0.
4 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 2.3 Radio Characteristics The AP-5131 has the following radio characteristics: Transmitter Power 22 dBm Maximum (country, channel and data-rate dependant) 802.11b/g 19 dBm +/- 1 dBm @ 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 19 dBm +/- 1 dBm @ 6 and 9 Mbps 18 dBm +/- 1 dBm @ 12 and 18 Mbps 17 dBm +/- 1 dBm @ 24 and 36 Mbps 16 dBm +/- 1 dBm @ 48 and 54 Mbps 802.
Hardware Installation 3 Hardware Installation An AP-5131 installation includes mounting the AP-5131 on a table-top, wall, ceiling T-bar or above the ceiling orientation, connecting the AP-5131 to the network (LAN or WAN port connection), connecting antennas and applying power. Installation procedures vary for different environments. 3.1 Precautions Before installing the AP-5131 verify the following: • • 3.2 Do not install in wet or dusty areas without additional protection.
6 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 3.3 AP-5131 Placement For optimal performance, install the AP-5131 away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Install the AP-5131 in open areas or add access points as needed to improve coverage.
Hardware Installation Certain Rogue AP Detection and Intrusion Detection features use an AP-5131 radio to perform dualband scanning. The dedicated radio should be connected to an appropriate dual-band dipole antenna (Part No. ML-2452-APA2-01). The 2.4 GHz antenna suite includes the following models: Symbol Part Number Antenna Type Nominal Net Gain (dBi) ML-2499-11PNA2-01 Wide Angle Directional 8.5 ML-2499-HPA3-01 Omni-Directional Antenna 3.3 ML-2499-BYGA2-01 Yagi Antenna 13.
8 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide The 5.2 GHz antenna suite includes the following models: Symbol Part Number Antenna Type Nominal Net Gain (dBi) ML-5299-WPNA1-01 Panel Antenna 13.0 ML-5299-HPA1-01 Wide-Band Omni-Directional Antenna 5.0 ML-2452-APA2-01 Dual-Band 4.0 For detailed specifications on the antennas available to the AP-5131, refer to the AP-5131 Product Reference Guide.
Hardware Installation A separate Power Injector is required for each AP-5131 comprising the network. Data Power Power Injector to AP-5131 LAN Port AP-5131 Wireless LAN The Power Injector can be installed free standing, on an even horizontal surface or wall mounted using the power injector’s wall mounting key holes. The following guidelines should be adhered to before cabling the Power Injector to an Ethernet source and an AP-5131: • • • Do not block or cover airflow to the Power Injector.
10 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide To install the Power Injector to an Ethernet data source and AP-5131: ! CAUTION Ensure AC power is supplied to the Power Injector using an AC cable with an appropriate ground connection approved for the country of operation. 1. Connect the Power Injector to an AC outlet (110VAC to 220VAC). 2. Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the network data supply (host) and the Power Injector Data In connector. 3.
Hardware Installation The Power Injector demonstrates the following LED behavior under normal and/or problematic operating conditions: LED AC (Main) Port Green (Steady) Power Injector is receiving power from AC outlet Indicates a device is connected to the Power Injector’s outgoing Data & Power cable Green (Blinking) Output voltage source is out The Power Injector is of range overloaded or has a short circuit For more information and device specifications for the Symbol Power Injector, refer to the
12 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. Attach the Radio 1 and/or Radio 2 antennas to their correct connectors. For information on the antennas available to the AP-5131, see “AP-5131 Antenna Options” on page 6. ! CAUTION Ensure you are placing the antennae on the correct connectors (depending on your single or dual-radio model and frequency used) to ensure the successful operation of the AP-5131. 4.
Hardware Installation c. Connect the power supply line cord to the power adapter. d. Attach the power adapter cable into the power connector on the AP-5131. e. Attach the power supply line cord to a power supply ! CAUTION Do not actually connect to the power source until the cabling portion of the installation is complete. 5. Verify the behavior of the AP-5131 LEDs. For more information, see “LED Indicators” on page 21. 6.
14 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. At each point, drill a hole in the wall, insert an anchor, screw into the anchor the wall mounting screw and stop when there is 1mm between the screw head and the wall. If pre-drilling a hole, the recommended hole size is 2.8mm (0.11in.) if the screws are going directly into the wall and 6mm (0.23in.) if wall anchors are being used. 4. If required, install and attach a security cable to the AP-5131 lock port. 5.
Hardware Installation a. Connect RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the network data supply (host) and the AP-5131 LAN port. b. Verify the power adapter is correctly rated according the country of operation. c. Connect the power supply line cord to the power adapter. d. Attach the power adapter cable into the power connector on the AP-5131. e. Attach the power supply line cord to a power supply ! CAUTION Do not actually connect to the power source until the cabling portion of the installation is complete. 9.
16 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide For information on the antennas available to the AP-5131, see “AP-5131 Antenna Options” on page 6. ! CAUTION Ensure you are placing the antennae on the correct connectors (depending on your single or dual-radio model and frequency used) to ensure the successful operation of the AP-5131. 4. Cable the AP-5131 using either the Symbol Power Injector solution or an approved line cord and power supply. For Symbol Power Injector installations: a.
Hardware Installation 9. Push the back of the AP-5131 chassis on to the bottom of the ceiling T-bar. ! CAUTION Ensure the safety wire and cabling used in the T-Bar AP-5131 installation is securely fastened to the building structure in order to provide a safe operating environment. 10. Rotate the AP-5131 chassis 45 degrees counter-clockwise. The clips click as they fasten to the T-bar. 11. The AP-5131 is ready to configure.
18 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide the unit. An above the ceiling AP-5131 installation enables installations compliant with drop ceilings, suspended ceilings and industry standard tiles from.625 to.75 inches thick. NOTE The AP-5131 is Plenum rated to UL2043 and NEC1999 for above the ceiling installations. CAUTION ! Symbol does not recommend mounting the AP-5131 directly to any suspended ceiling tile with a thickness less than 12.7mm (0.5in.
Hardware Installation 8. Connect the light pipe to the bottom of the AP-5131. Align the tabs and rotate approximately 90 degrees. Do not over tighten. Light Pipe Ceiling Tile Decal Badge 9. Snap the clips on the light pipe into the bottom of the AP-5131. 10. Fit the light pipe into hole in the tile from its unfinished side. 11. Place the decal on the back of the badge and slide the badge onto the light pipe from the finished side of the tile. 12.
20 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide b. Connect a RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the Power Injector Data & Power Out connector and the Symbol AP-5131 LAN port. c. Ensure the cable length from the Ethernet source (host) to the Power Injector and AP-5131 does not exceed 100 meters (333 ft). The Power Injector has no On/Off power switch. The Power Injector receives power as soon as AC power is applied. For more information on using the Power Injector, see “Symbol Power Injector System” on page 8.
Hardware Installation 3.5 LED Indicators The AP-5131 utilizes seven LED indicators. Five LEDs display within four LED slots on the front of the AP-5131 (on top of the AP-5131 housing) and two LEDs (for above the ceiling installations) are located on the back of the device (the side containing the LAN, WAN and antenna connectors). Power and Error Conditions (Split LED) Data Over Ethernet 802.11a Radio Activity 802.
22 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 802.11b/g Radio Activity Flickering green indicates beacons and data transfers over the AP-5131 802.11b/g radio. The LEDs on the rear of the AP-5131 are viewed using a single (customer installed) extended light pipe, adjusted as required to suit above the ceiling installations. The LEDs displayed using the light pipe have the following color display and functionality: Boot and Power Status Solid white indicates the AP-5131 is adequately powered.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration 1. Start Internet Explorer and enter the following IP address in the address field: 192.168.0.1 NOTE For optimum compatibility, use Sun Microsystems’ JRE 1.5 or higher (available from Sun’s Website), and be sure to disable Microsoft’s Java Virtual Machine if installed. The AP-5131 login screen displays. 2. Log in using admin as the default User ID and symbol as the default password. If the default login is successful, the Change Admin Password window displays. 3.
24 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide Enter the current password and a new admin password in fields provided, and click Apply. Once the admin password has been updated, a warning message displays stating the AP5131 could be operating illegally unless set to operate in the correct country. Proceed to “Configuring “Basic” Device Settings” on page 25 to ensure the country setting is defined correctly.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration 4. Reset the AP-5131. An AP-5131 can be reset by removing and re-inserting the LAN cable or removing and re-inserting the power cable. As the AP-5131 is re-booting, a “Press esc key to run boot firmware” message displays. 5. Quickly press . ! CAUTION If the key is not pressed within three seconds after the “Press esc key to run boot firmware” message displays, the AP-5131 will continue to boot.
26 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 1. Select System Configuration -> Quick Setup from the AP-5131 menu tree. 2. Enter a System Name for the AP-5131. The System Name is useful if multiple Symbol devices are being administered. 3. Select the Country for the AP-5131’s country of operation from the drop-down menu. The AP-5131 prompts the user for the correct country code on the first login.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration 4. Optionally enter the IP address of the server used to provide system time to the AP-5131 within the Time Server field. Once the IP address is entered, the AP-5131’s Network Time Protocol (NTP) functionality is engaged automatically. Refer to the AP-5131 Product Reference Guide for information on defining alternate time servers and setting a synchronization interval for the AP-5131 to adjust its displayed time.
28 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide inactive connections, while others do not. In either case, enabling Keep-Alive maintains the WAN connection, even when there is no traffic. If the ISP drops the connection after the idle time, the AP-5131 automatically reestablishes the connection to the ISP. b. Specify a Username entered when connecting to the ISP. When the Internet session begins, the ISP authenticates the username. c. Specify a Password entered when connecting to the ISP.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration 8. Enable the radio(s) using the Radio Enable checkbox(es). If using a single radio model, enable the radio, then select either 802.11a (5 GHz) or 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) from the RF Band of Operation field. Only one RF band option at a time is permissible in a single-radio model. If using a dual-radio AP-5131, the user can enable both RF bands. 9.
30 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 4.1.1 Configuring Basic AP-5131 Security For testing basic connectivity, there is no reason to configure a server supported authentication scheme. WEP 128 is described in this guide as a basic security scheme sufficient to protect the AP-5131’s initial transmissions. For details on configuring more sophisticated authentication and encryption options available to the AP-5131, refer to the AP-5131 Product Reference Guide.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration The WEP 128 Setting field displays within the New Security Policy screen.
32 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 4. Configure the WEP 128 Setting field as required to define the Pass Key used to generate the WEP keys. Pass Key Specify a 4 to 32 character pass key and click the Generate button. The AP-5131, other proprietary routers and Symbol MUs use the same algorithm to convert an ASCII string to the same hexadecimal number. Non-Symbol clients and devices need to enter WEP keys manually as hexadecimal numbers.
Basic AP-5131 Configuration 4.1.3 Testing Mobile Unit Connectivity Verify the AP-5131’s link with an MU by sending Wireless Network Management Protocol (WNMP) ping packets to the associated MU. Use the Echo Test screen to specify a target MU and configure the parameters of the ping test. The WNMP ping test only works with Symbol MUs. Only use a Symbol MU to test AP-5131 connectivity using WNMP.
34 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide 4.2 Where to Go From Here? Once basic connectivity has been verified, the AP-5131 can be fully configured to meet the needs of the network and the users it supports. The sections referenced below are located within the AP-5131 Product Reference Guide available on your product CD-ROM or from the Symbol Web site (http://www.symbol.com/services/downloads).
Regulatory Compliance 5 Regulatory Compliance All Symbol devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations they are sold and will be labeled as required. Any changes or modifications to Symbol Technologies equipment, not expressly approved by Symbol Technologies, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Symbol's devices are professionally installed, the Radio Frequency Output Power will not exceed the maximum allowable limit for the country of operation.
36 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide Safety in Hospitals Wireless devices transmit radio frequency energy and may affect medical electrical equipment. When installed adjacent to other equipment, it is advised to verify that the adjacent equipment is not adversely affected. FCC / EU RF Exposure Guidelines Safety Information The device complies with Internationally recognized standards covering Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields from radio devices.
Regulatory Compliance Radio Frequency Interference Requirements—FCC 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.
38 AP-5131 Access Point: Installation Guide CE Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) The use of 2.4GHz RLAN’s, for use through the EEA, have the following restrictions: • Maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW EIRP in the frequency range 2.400 -2.4835 GHz. • France outside usage, the equipment is restricted to 2.400-2.45 GHz frequency range. • Italy requires a user license for outside usage.
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