Users Guide

Dell Networking 320 Series
Access Points
Installation Guide
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Dell Networking 320 Series Access Points | Installation Guide
Part Number 0511834-02| July 2015
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Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity
Before installing access points in a network environment, make sure that they are able
to locate and connect to the controller after power on.
Specifically, you must verify the following conditions:
 When connected to the network, each access point is assigned a valid IP address
 Access points are able to locate the controller
Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on locating and connecting to the
controller.
Pre-Installation Network Requirements
After WLAN planning is complete and the appropriate products and their placement
have been determined, the Dell controller(s) must be installed and initial setup
completed before the Dell access points are deployed.
For initial setup of the controller, refer to Quick Start Guide.
Identifying Specific Installation Locations
You can mount the 320 Series access point on a wall or on the ceiling. Use the access
point placement map generated by the Dell VisualRF Plan software application to
determine the proper installation location(s). Each location should be as close as
possible to the center of the intended coverage area and should be free from
obstructions or obvious sources of interference. These RF absorbers/reflectors/
interference sources will impact RF propagation and should be accounted for during
the planning phase and adjusted for in the RF plan.
Identifying Known RF Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference Sources
Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in the field
during the installation phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are taken into
consideration when you attach an access point to its fixed location. Examples of
sources that degrade RF performance include:
 Cement and brick
 Objects that contain water
 Metal
 Microwave ovens
 Wireless phones and headsets
Installing the Access Point
Using the Ceiling Rail Adapter
The 320 Series access points are shipped with two ceiling rail adapters for 9/16” and
15/16” ceiling rails. Additional wall mount adapters and ceiling rail adapters for other
rail styles are available as accessory kits
.
1. Pull the necessary cables through a prepared hole in the ceiling tile close to where
the access point will be placed.
2. Place the adapter against the back of the access point with the adapter at an angle
of approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see Figure 6).
3. Twist the adapter clockwise until it snaps in place into the tabs (see Figure 6).
Figure 6 Attaching the Ceiling Rail Adapter
4. If necessary, connect the console cable to the console port on the back of the
access point.
5. Hold the access point next to the ceiling tile rail with the ceiling tile rail mounting
slots at approximately a 30-degree angle to the ceiling tile rail (see Figure 7).
Make sure that any cable slack is above the ceiling tile.
6. Pushing toward the ceiling tile, rotate the access point clockwise until the device
clicks in place on the ceiling tile rail.
Figure 7 Mounting the Access Point
7. On the 324 model access points, install the external antennas according to the
manufacturer’s instructions, and connect the antennas to the antenna interfaces
on the access point.
Connecting Required Cables
Install cables in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations and
practices.
Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity
The integrated LEDs on the access point can be used to verify that the device is
receiving power and initializing successfully (see Table 1). Refer to the Quick Start
Guide for further details on verifying post-installation network connectivity.
Configuring the Access Point
Access Point Provisioning/Reprovisioning
Provisioning parameters are unique to each access point. These local access point
parameters are initially configured on the controller, and then pushed out to the
access points and stored on the access points. Dell recommends that provisioning
settings be configured via the AOS Web UI only. Refer to the User Guide for details.
Access Point Configuration
Configuration parameters are network or controller specific. They are configured and
stored on the controller and then pushed out to the access points. These parameters
remain stored on the controller.
Configuration settings can be configured via the AOS Web UI or CLI. Refer to the
User Guide or Dell Networking W-Series ArubaOS Command-Line Interface Reference
Guide for details.
NOTE: The instructions in this section are applicable to the W-AP324 and W-AP325
access points only.
NOTE: Service to all Dell Networking products should be performed by a qualified
technician.
CAUTION: The installer is responsible for securing the access point onto the ceiling
tile rail in accordance with the steps below. Failure to properly install this product
may result in physical injury and/or damage to property.
ATTENTION: L’installateur est chargé de sécuriser le point d’accès sur le rail de
montage au plafond en suivant la procédure ci-après. Toute installation incorrecte
du produit peut entraîner des blessures physiques et/ou des dommages matériels.
NOTE: The instructions for this section are applicable to the W-AP324 and W-AP325
access points only.