AP-7131 Access Point INSTALLATION Installation Guide
Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.1 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 1.3 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 2.0 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 2.
.0 Regulatory Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 5.0 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . 38 6.0 Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Support Center . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction 1 Introduction As a standalone access point, the AP-7131 provides small and medium-sized businesses with a consolidated wired and wireless networking infrastructure, all in a single device. The integrated router, gateway, firewall, DHCP and AAA Radius servers, VPN, hot-spot gateway and Power-overEthernet (PoE) simplify and reduce the costs associated with networking by eliminating the need to purchase and manage multiple pieces of equipment.
2 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 1.2 Warnings • • • • • • • • • • • Read all installation instructions and site survey reports, and verify correct equipment installation before connecting the AP-7131 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.
Hardware Installation 2 Hardware Installation An AP-7131 installation includes mounting the AP-7131 on a wall, ceiling T-bar or an above the ceiling orientation, connecting the AP-7131 to the network (LAN or WAN port connection), connecting antennas and applying power. Installation procedures vary for different environments. An AP-7131 model access point has the following port designations: • • GE1/POE - LAN port GE2 - WAN Port 2.1 Precautions Before installing the AP-7131 verify the following: • • 2.
4 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 2.3 AP-7131 Placement For optimal performance, install the AP-7131 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-7131 in open areas or add access points as needed to improve coverage.
Hardware Installation 2.3.1 AP-7131 Antenna Options Motorola supports two antenna suites for the AP-7131. One antenna suite supporting the 2.4 GHz band and another antenna suite supporting the 5.2 GHz band. Select an antenna model best suited to the intended operational environment of your AP-7131. NOTE On a single-radio AP-7131, Radio 1 can be configured to be either a 2.4 GHz or 5.2 GHz radio. On a dual-radio model, Radio 1 refers to the AP-7131’s 2.4 GHz radio and Radio 2 refers to the AP-7131 5.
6 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide The 2.4 GHz antenna suite includes the following models: Part Number Antenna Type Nominal Net Gain (dBi) ML-2499-11PNA2-01R Wide Angle Directional 8.5 ML-2499-HPA3-01R Omni-Directional Antenna 3.3 ML-2499-BYGA2-01R Yagi Antenna 13.9 ML-2452-APA2-01 Dual-Band 3.0 ML-2452-PTA2M3X3-1 Facade with 6 Element Antenna Module 2.0 ML-2452-PTA3M3-036 3 Port MIMO Antenna 3.
Hardware Installation When users purchase a Motorola WLAN solution, they often need to place access points in obscure locations. In the past, a dedicated power source was required for each access point in addition to the Ethernet infrastructure. This often required an electrical contractor to install power drops at each access point location.
8 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide • • • Do not block or cover airflow to the Power Injector. Keep the Power Injector away from excessive heat, humidity, vibration and dust. The Power Injector isn’t a repeater, and does not amplify the Ethernet signal. For optimal performance, ensure the Power Injector is placed as close as possible to the data port.
Hardware Installation The Power Injector has no On/Off power switch. The Power Injector receives power and is ready for AP-7131 device connection and operation as soon as AC power is applied.
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Hardware Installation To mount the AP-7131 on a wall using the provided template: ! CAUTION The procedure described in this section is exclusively for wall mount installations. 1. Xerox copy the template (on the previous page) to a blank piece of paper. Do not reduce or enlarge the scale of the template. 2. Tape the template to the wall mounting surface. • If the installation requires the antenna be positioned vertically, the centerline reference (of the template) needs to be positioned vertically.
12 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 11. Cable the AP-7131 using either the Power Injector solution or an approved line cord and power supply. For Motorola Power Injector installations: a. Connect a RJ-45 CAT 5 Ethernet cable between the network data supply (host) and the Power Injector Data In connector. b. Connect a RJ-45 CAT 5 Ethernet cable between the Power Injector Data & Power Out connector and the AP-7131 GE1/POE port. c.
Hardware Installation 2.4.2 Suspended Ceiling T-Bar Installations A suspended ceiling mount requires holding the AP-7131 up against the T-bar of a suspended ceiling grid and twisting the AP-7131 chassis onto the T-bar. The mounting tools (customer provided) and hardware required to install the AP-7131 on a ceiling T-bar consists of: • • Safety wire (recommended and customer supplied) Security cable (optional and customer supplied) To install the AP-7131 on a ceiling T-bar: 1.
14 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide a. Connect a RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the network data supply (host) and the AP-7131 GE1/POE or GE2 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-7131. e. Attach the power supply line cord to a power supply.
Hardware Installation 10. Rotate the AP-7131 chassis 45 degrees counter-clockwise. The clips click as they fasten to the T-bar. 11. The AP-7131 is ready to configure. For information on basic AP-7131 device configuration, see “Configuring “Basic” Device Settings” on page 24. NOTE 2.4.3 If the AP-7131 is utilizing remote management antennas, a wire cover can be used to provide a clean finished look to the installation. Contact Motorola for more information.
16 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide CAUTION ! Motorola does not recommend mounting the AP-7131 directly to any suspended ceiling tile with a thickness less than 12.7mm (0.5in.) or a suspended ceiling tile with an unsupported span greater than 660mm (26in.). Motorola strongly recommends fitting the AP-7131 with a safety wire suitable for supporting the weight of the device. The safety wire should be a standard ceiling suspension cable or equivalent steel wire between 1.59mm (.062in.) and 2.5mm (.
Hardware Installation 8. Connect the light pipe to the bottom of the AP-7131. Align the tabs and rotate approximately 90 degrees. Do not over tighten. 9. Fit the light pipe into hole in the tile from its unfinished side. 10. Place the decal on the back of the badge and slide the badge onto the light pipe from the finished side of the tile. 11. Attach the antennas to their correct connectors. For information on the antennas available to the AP-7131, see “AP-7131 Antenna Options” on page 5.
18 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide c. Ensure the cable length from the Ethernet source (host) to the Power Injector and AP-7131 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 “Power Injector System” on page 6. For standard power adapter (non Power Injector) and line cord installations: a.
Hardware Installation 2.5 LED Indicators Six LEDs illuminate on the front of the AP-7131 (on top of the AP-7131 housing) for dual radios models and five illuminate for single radio models. Two LEDs (for above the ceiling installations) are located on the back of the device. The LEDs on the top housing of the AP-7131 are clearly visible in wall and below ceiling installations.
20 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 2.5.1 Dual Radio (2.4/5.2 Ghz) AP-7131 With Sensor Slot LEDs A dual radio (2.4/5.2 Ghz) model AP-7131 has the following unique LED behavior: 2.5.2 LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 LED 5 LED 6 Blinking Red indicates booting. Solid Red defines a failure condition. White defines normal operation Green defines normal GE1 operation. Yellow defines a collision Green defines normal GE2 operation. Yellow defines a collision Amber defines 5.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration 2.5.3 Single Radio 5.2 Ghz AP-7131 LEDs The single 5.2 Ghz radio model AP-7131 has the following unique LED behavior: LED 1 LED 2 Green defines Blinking Red normal GE1 indicates booting. operation. Solid Red defines Yellow defines a a failure collision condition. White defines normal operation LED 3 LED 4 LED 5 Green defines normal GE2 operation. Yellow defines a collision Amber defines 5.2 Ghz radio as as configured Emerald defines 2.4 Ghz radio as configured 2.5.
22 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 1. Start a browser and enter the following IP address in the address field: http://10.1.1.1 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-7131 login screen displays. 2. Log in using admin as the default User ID and motorola as the default password. If the default login is successful, the Change Admin Password window displays.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration 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 AP-7131 could be operating illegally unless set to operate in the correct country. Proceed to “Configuring “Basic” Device Settings” on page 24 to validate the country setting.
24 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide As the AP-7131 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-7131 will continue to boot. If the key is pressed within three seconds a boot> prompt displays. 6.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration 1. Select System Configuration -> Quick Setup from the AP-7131 menu tree. 2. Enter a System Name for the AP-7131. The System Name is useful if multiple devices are being administered. 3. Select the Country for the AP-7131’s country of operation from the drop-down menu. The AP-7131 prompts the user for the correct country code on the first login. A warning message also displays stating that an incorrect country setting may result in illegal radio operation.
26 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 4. Optionally enter the IP address of the server used to provide system time to the AP-7131 within the Time Server field. Once the IP address is entered, the AP-7131’s Network Time Protocol (NTP) functionality is engaged automatically. Refer to the AP-7131 Product Reference Guide for information on defining alternate time servers and setting a synchronization interval for the AP-7131 to adjust its displayed time. 5.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration the WAN connection, even when there is no traffic. If the ISP drops the connection after the idle time, the AP-7131 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. When the Internet session starts, the ISP authenticates the password. 7.
28 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide of Operation field. Only one RF band option at a time is permissible in a single-radio model. If using a dual-radio AP-7131, the user can enable both RF bands. 9. Select the WLAN #1 tab (WLANs 1 - 4 are available within the Quick Setup screen) to define its ESSID security scheme for basic operation. NOTE A maximum of 16 WLANs are configurable within the AP-7131 Wireless Configuration screen.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration 11. Click Apply to save any changes to the AP-7131 Quick Setup screen. Navigating away from the screen without clicking Apply results in all changes to the screens being lost, unless you use the Un-applied Changes pop-up window to overwrite the current settings. 12. Click Undo Changes (if necessary) to undo any changes made. Undo Changes reverts the settings displayed on the AP-7131 Quick Setup screen to the last saved configuration. 3.2.
30 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. Select the WEP 128 (104 bit key) checkbox.The WEP 128 Setting field displays within the New Security Policy screen. 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-7131, other proprietary routers and Motorola MUs use the same algorithm to convert an ASCII string to the same hexadecimal number.
Basic AP-7131 Configuration At this point, you can either restrict specific MU access to the AP-7131 (using the AP-7131 ACL) or test the AP-7131 for MU interoperability. 3.2.2 Excluding MUs from AP-7131 Association Optionally, use the AP-7131 Access Control List ACL to specify which MUs can or cannot gain access to an AP-7131 managed WLAN. By default, all mobile units can gain access. For specific information on configuring (restricting) MU access, refer to the AP-7131 Product Reference Guide.
32 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide Refer to the Number of Responses value to assess the number of responses from the target MU versus the number of pings transmitted by the AP-7131. Use the ratio of packets sent versus packets received to assess the link quality between MU and the AP-7131. Click the Ok button to exit the Echo Test screen and return to the MU Stats Summary screen.
Regulatory Compliance 4 Regulatory Compliance This device is approved under the Symbol Technologies brand; Symbol Technologies, Inc., is the Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc (“Motorola”). All Motorola 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 Motorola equipment, not expressly approved by Motorola, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
34 AP-7131 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. RF Exposure Guidelines Safety Information The device complies with Internationally recognized standards covering 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.
36 AP-7131 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.
Regulatory Compliance 37 IMPORTANT NOTE: This module is intended for OEM integrator only and limited to host with brand: Motorola and model: AP-7131-MB82. The OEM integrator is still responsible for the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module. 20cm minimum distance has to be able to be maintained between the antenna and the users for the host this module is integrated into.
38 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 5 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) English: For EU Customers: All products at the end of their life must be returned to Symbol for recycling. For information on how to return product, please go to: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance. Dansk: Til kunder i EU: Alle produkter skal returneres til Symbol til recirkulering, når de er udtjent. Læs oplysningerne om returnering af produkter på: http://www.symbol.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Nederlands: Voor klanten in de EU: alle producten dienen aan het einde van hun levensduur naar Symbol te worden teruggezonden voor recycling. Raadpleeg http://www.symbol.com/ environmental_compliance voor meer informatie over het terugzenden van producten. Português: Para clientes da UE: todos os produtos no fim de vida devem ser devolvidos à Symbol para reciclagem. Para obter informações sobre como devolver o produto, visite: http:/ /www.symbol.
40 AP-7131 Access Point: Installation Guide 6 Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Support Center If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://support.symbol.com/support/.
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