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Contents About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Other Sources of Information Meru Publications . . . Website Resources . . External References . . Typographic Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii . vii . vii . viii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Contacting Meru . . . . . .
Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix A Appendix B Ethernet Connector LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AP200 Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 37 Where to Go From Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Installing the AP150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Unpacking the AP150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Installation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D Cautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Appendix E Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 For OAP180 Radio . EMC. . Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About This Guide This guide provides installation instructions for the Meru Access Points, which includes the AP300, AP200, OAP180, and AP150 models. The term access point is used interchangeably throughout this document to apply to any model when there are no differences among the models. Audience This guide is intended for people installing the Meru Wireless LAN System Access Points (AP).
z Knowledge Base (Q&A) z Downloads z Open a ticket or check an existing one z Customer Discussion Forum The URL is: http://support.merunetworks.com External References z Stevens, W. R. 1994. TCP/IP Illustrated, Volume 1, The Protocols. Addison-Wesley, Reading, Mass. z Gast, M.S. 2002. 802.11 Wireless Networks, The Definitive Guide. O’Reilly and Associates, Sebastopol, Calif.
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AP300 Chapter 1 Access Points 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.
AP300 AP300 Configurations Model Configuration AP320 Two dual-band 802.11n radios with 3x3 MIMO AP310 Single dual-band 802.11n radio with 3x3 MIMO AP311 Single dual-band 802.11n radio and single 802.11a/b/g radio (AP320 upgradeable) AP302 Two dual-band 802.11a/b/g radios (AP320 upgradeable) AP301 Single dual-band 802.11a/b/g radio (AP310 upgradeable) Features for the AP300 include: z 802.11n support with channel bonding in both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands.
AP200 Figure 2: AP300 A 2 L A N R F 1 R F 2 A 2 A 2 AP200 The AP200 series provides two models that conform to the specifications provided by the IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g protocols and provide backward compatibility for the 802.11b protocol. An AP200 works with most standard Wi-Fi clients. z The AP201 houses a single 802.11a/b/g radio device z The AP208 supports a maximum of two radio devices that can simultaneously run two protocols (802.11b, g or b/g on interface 1 and 802.11a on interface 2).
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AP150 AP150 The AP150 has two 802.11 radios for simultaneous 802.11a and 802.11b/g WLAN access. It is an ideal option for enterprise-wide data-only WLAN implementations and small-sized converged data and voice WLAN implementations.
OAP180 OAP180 The OAP180 Rugged Access Point with dual 802.11a/bg radios is designed to provide secure Wi-Fi connectivity to outdoor locations such as campuses, parking lots, and pole tops, or to harsh indoor locations such as breweries, food processing plants or warehouses. The OAP180 supports the following features: z Simultaneous support for 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g clients using dual 802.11a and 802.
Safety Precautions Chapter 2 Installing the AP300 This chapter describes how to install and configure the AP300. It contains the following sections: z Safety Precautions z Unpack the AP300 z Determine Power Requirements z Installation Requirements z Install the AP300 z Check AP300 LED Activity Safety Precautions IMPORTANT—Read and follow the regulatory instructions in Appendix E before installing and operating this product.
Unpack the AP300 Unpack the AP300 The AP300 series has five models as shown below. Depending on which model you are installing, you will have either six or three antennas. The drawings in this chapter show six antennas.
Installation Requirements AP300 Configuration Power Options 1 radio – a/b/g mode External power supply or PoE 802.3af 1 radio – n-mode External power supply or PoE 802.3af 2 radios – 1 a/b/g mode, 1 n mode 2 radios – both n mode 2 radios – both a/b/g mode For 2x2 MIMO mode, use either a power supply or or a 802.3af compliant PoE. For 3x3 MIMO mode, use either a power supply or a prestandard 802.3at compliant PoE. For 2x2 MIMO mode, use either a power supply or or a 802.3af compliant PoE.
Install the AP300 To complete AP300 installation, you need the items listed below.
Install the AP300 z 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. For an external power supply connection, ensure the power source is near to where the AP300 will be mounted.
Install the AP300 The following antenna connections are used during operation of the AP320, AP311, and AP302.
Install the AP300 Figure 7: AP310 Antennas 1-3 2 1 A 2 L A N R F 1 R F 2 A 2 A 2 3 The following antenna connections are used during operation of the AP310. Radio 1 Antenna Connectors for AP310 Radio2 Antenna Connectors for AP310 Ant1, Ant2, Ant3 NA Note: Do not leave any antenna connectors unterminated. All antennas supplied with the Access Point must be connected to the antenna connectors on the AP. The attached antennas must be the same model; if you replace one antenna, replace them all.
Install the AP300 Meru recommends using the Meru provided-antennae. However, business partners are considered to be qualified technicians and can specify and provide any third-party antennae that meets the installation requirements. This is a benefit of utilizing all external antennae in our architecture. When this is the case, Meru can not take responsibility for the antennae and subsequent system performance as it relates to the antennae.
Install the AP300 To connect the Remote Antenna Mount to the ceiling, refer to the installation diagram from the shipping box while following these steps: 1. Attach the shorter end of the screw to the center hole on the back of the Antenna Mount. 2. Remove the designated ceiling tile. 3. Using the template, drill holes in the ceiling tile. 4. Replace the ceiling tile. 5. Remove a ceiling tile adjacent to the newly drilled tile for access purposes. 6.
Install the AP300 z Mount AP300 Below a Suspended Ceiling z Mount AP300 Above a Suspended Ceiling (Plenum) Mount AP300 Horizontally on a Shelf When mounting an AP300 horizontally, remove the mounting bracket. Be sure to position the antennas vertically when an AP300 sits on a surface. Mount AP300 Vertically on a Wall Note: If you are replacing AP150s, you can use the existing brackets: the AP150 and AP300 use the same bracket.
Install the AP300 Figure 10: Mounting an AP to a Suspended Ceiling Rail using ACC-MNT-SCRMKIT Suspended ceiling T-rail Caddy fastener(s) Plastic spacer(s) Keps nuts with attached locking washer 00102 Mounting bracket To mount an AP300 below a suspended ceiling: 1. Determine the location on the ceiling rail where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tiles. 2. Place each of the two caddy fasteners on the ceiling T-rail and twist to attach to the rail. 3.
Install the AP300 Mount AP300 Above a Suspended Ceiling (Plenum) The optional T-bar box hanger mounting kit allows the AP300 to be mounted above suspended ceiling T-rails (see Figure 11). The installation attaches the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling rails using clips. The AP300 attaches to the mounting bracket that is attached to the T-bar box hanger.
Install the AP300 3. Locate the bracket mounting clip holes on the mounting bracket (see Figure 11). One hole attaches the bracket perpendicular to the box hanger; the other mounts the bracket parallel to the box hanger. 4. Attach the U-joint of the clip to the T-bar and snap in place (see Figure 12). Figure 12: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Box Hanger 00104 . 5.
Install the AP300 Mount AP300 in a Hoffman Enclosure Meru has designed a custom mounting bracket compatible with a Hoffman enclosure (www.hoffmanonline.com). This bracket is available exclusively through Meru and orderable as part number ACC-AP300BHE. To mount an AP300 in a Hoffman enclosure, follow these steps: 1. Place AP300 upside down on a soft flat surface. 2. Remove and discard the wall/ceiling mounting bracket if it is present. 3. Remove and discard the four rubber feet. 4.
Check AP300 LED Activity Check AP300 LED Activity When the AP300 is first connects to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted, the AP initializes and then is programmed by the controller. When the AP is first powered up, all LEDs are green. Thereafter, the Status LED color reflects the various operating states described in Table . After the AP300 is connected, check the status of the LEDs.
Where to Go From Here AP300 LED Descriptions LED Power Function off—no power green—presence of power off—no power green—booting stage 1 blinking green and off—booting stage 2 Status blinking green and white—discovering the controller blinking green and blue—downloading a configuration from the controller blinking blue and off—AP is online and enabled, working state blinking red and yellow—failure; consult controller for alarm state off—no power or no link LAN green—link status OK (at any speed) gre
Safety Precautions Chapter 3 Installing the AP200 This chapter describes how to physically install the AP200. It contains the following sections: z Safety Precautions z Unpacking the AP200 z Installation Requirements z Installing the Access Points z Where to Go From Here z Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions IMPORTANT—Read and follow the instructions in “Regulatory Information” on page 93 before installing and operating this product.
Installation Requirements An array of holes on the mounting bracket (see Figure 16) allows it to be mounted on the wall and over junction boxes or molly bolts. There are also holes for passing the PoE Ethernet or external power supply cable through the bracket if the bracket is mounted on a junction box or over the ceiling T-bar box hanger.
Installation Requirements To complete this installation, you need the items listed below.
Installing the Access Points AP200 Installation Tools Installation Type Tools Required Horizontal mounting None Vertical mounting over a wall stud Vertical mounting on sheetrock Horizontal mounting below a hanging ceiling Mounting above a hanging ceiling (AP200 metal enclosure only) z Drill z 1/8"drill bit z Screwdriver z Drill z 3/16" drill bit z Screwdriver z Screwdriver z Wrench or pliers z Wrench or pliers z Screwdriver Installing the Access Points Selecting a Location The AP
Installing the Access Points z Do not install APs near metal objects, such as heating ducts, metal doors, or electric service panels. z Relative to the ground, orient the antenna up or down, not sideways. Note: The previous guidelines are general guidelines. Each site has its own unique environment. Place access points accordingly. The AP200 is only intended for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af.
Installing the Access Points Figure 16: AP200 Antenna Connection ET HE RN ET 3.3 Antenna VD C AN 00110 T2 Turn clockwise to tighten 3. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in Figure 18. Note: For the AP201 and AP208 access points, a shielded Cat 5e (or greater) Ethernet cable must be used in order to comply with international electromagnetic emissions limits.
Installing the Access Points Vertical Mounting To vertically mount an AP: 1. Using the bracket holes as a template, mark the location on the wall for the two AP bracket mounting screws. They are placed 4 ½ inches apart, center-to-center, one above the other. If you are not using plastic wall anchors, you must center the mounting screws on a wall stud. If you do not center the mounting screws on a wall stud, you must use plastic wall anchors.
Installing the Access Points Figure 19: Aligning the AP200 with the Bracket 00115 Mounting bracket attached to wall AP200 Figure 20: Sliding the AP200 into the Bracket 00112 Mounting bracket 8. For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see Figure 17), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring. 9. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in Figure 18.
Installing the Access Points Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port. Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling The optional suspended ceiling mounting kit allows the AP200 mounting bracket to attach to suspended ceiling T-rails (see Figure 22). Note: To comply with NEC code, attach a grounding wire to any of the screws used to attach the AP200 to the mounting bracket.
Installing the Access Points 6. Align the mounting bracket keyholes with the caddy fastener studs and slide the AP200 to the narrow end of the hole. 7. Attach a keps nut to each caddy fastener stud and hand tighten. Do not overtighten. 8. Align the AP200 mounting posts over the circular portion of the keyhole mounts, push the AP in and slide the AP down until it engages with the locking detents (see Figure 21). You should hear it snap in place. 9.
Installing the Access Points Warning! The AP200 with the metal enclosure exposed meets the requirements for fire resistance and low smoke-generating characteristics required by Section 30022(C) of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for installation in a building’s environmental air space. You must remove the plastic enclosure to reveal the plenum-rated AP200 metal case for installations above a suspended ceiling.
Installing the Access Points Figure 23: Box Hanger Mounting Bracket Holes 00101 Mounting bracket holes 4. Attach the U-joint of the clip to the T-bar and snap in place (see Figure 25). Figure 24: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Box Hanger 00104 . 5. Pass the long end clip through the large center hole to the underside of the the mounting bracket clip and then attach the bracket to the clip using the supplied screw (see Figure 25 for orientation).
Where to Go From Here 6. Hold the AP200 next to the mounting bracket to estimate the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide enough clearance for the external antennas, which should be pointing down. 7. Adjust the height of the box hanger using the height adjusting screws (see Figure 22). 8. Clip the box hanger T-rail clips to the ceiling rails, making sure they are securely attached. 9. Connect a drop wire to a building structural element and through the hole provided in the bracket mounting clip.
Checking LED Activity Checking LED Activity Access point status LEDs are provided on the Ethernet connector and on the face of the AP200. Ethernet Connector LEDs After the AP200 is connected, the LEDs near the RJ-45 connector should light, as shown in Figure 26. Link present Ethernet activity 00129 Figure 25: RJ-45 LEDs The green LED on the left blinks if any Ethernet activity is taking place. If there is no Ethernet activity, the LED is off.
Checking LED Activity Figure 26: AP200 Status LEDs .. RF2 RF1 STATUS POWER 00 00113 AP2 The functions of the status LEDs are described below. When the AP200 is first connected to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted thereafter, the AP initializes with and then is programmed by the controller. When the AP is first powered up, all LEDs are green. Thereafter, the Status LED (see Figure 27) color reflects the various operating states as described in the second table below.
Checking LED Activity AP200 LED Descriptions LED Function The status LED for Radio 2 is a follows: off—no radio present RF 2 yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure solid green—radio OK blinking green—radio activity The status LED for Radio 1 is a follows: off—no radio present RF 1 yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure solid green—radio OK blinking green—radio activity Status AP-Controller operational status (see Table ) Power green—presence of power AP200 Controller Status Information
Checking LED Activity State Interpretation AP200 LED Cycle Disconnected Access point was once connected to a controller and configured by the controller, but can no longer find that controller Green/Purple/ Green/Purple Standalone Access point is operating in a standalone mode Purple blink Downloading Downloading image or configuration from the controller Green/Blue Green/Blue Access point is in an error state. Red (blinking or solid) Error State Call Meru technical support a.
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Safety Precautions Chapter 4 Installing the AP150 This chapter describes how to physically install the AP150. It contains the following sections: z Safety Precautions z Unpacking the AP150 z Installation Requirements z Installing the Access Points z Where to Go From Here z Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions IMPORTANT—Read and follow the instructions in Appendix , “Regulatory Information” on page 93 before installing and operating this product.
Installation Requirements 00177 Figure 27: AP150 with Mounting Bracket Installation Requirements If you choose not to use the AP150 mounting bracket, the backside of the AP150 contains two keyholes to accommodate a simple wall mount. A mounting bracket can be used for many wall mounting configurations. The AP150 bracket mounting studs are placed so they can be used with brackets supplied by other vendors or to replace an AP100.
Installation Requirements Caution! The AP150 is not certified for plenum installations, and should not be installed in the plenum space. Note: The AP150 has two security cable slots (one on each side of the AP150) so you can secure the AP150 with a standard security cable, such as those used to secure laptop computers.
Installing the Access Points AP150 Required Tools Installation Type Tools Required Horizontal mounting None Vertical mounting over a wall stud Vertical mounting on sheetrock Horizontal mounting below a hanging ceiling z Drill z 1/8"drill bit z Screwdriver z 1/8"Allen wrench z Drill z 3/16" drill bit z Screwdriver z 1/8"Allen wrench z Screwdriver z Wrench or pliers z 1/8"Allen wrench Installing the Access Points Selecting a Location The AP150 requires a location that meets the f
Installing the Access Points z Do not install APs near metal objects, such as heating ducts, metal doors, or electric service panels. z Relative to the ground, orient the antenna up or down, not sideways. Note: The previous guidelines are general guidelines. Each site has its own unique environment. Place access points accordingly. The AP150 is only intended for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af.
Installing the Access Points Figure 28: AP150 Antenna Connection RES ET REL OAD ANT 2 00172 Antenna Turn clockwise to tighten 3. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in Figure 30.
Installing the Access Points 5. Screw in the screws most of the way, so that the screw head is about 1/16 of an inch from the wall. 6. Align the AP150 keyholes over the mounting screws and slightly pull down (or across, if mounting sideways). 7. For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see Figure 29), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring. 8. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in Figure 30.
Installing the Access Points 00167 Figure 30: AP150 Bracket Suspended ceiling cable access Wall cable access 3. Drill holes at the locations you marked: — 3/16-inch holes if you are using plastic anchors — 1/8-inch holes if you are using only the screws 4. If you are using plastic anchors, install them in the holes. 5. Screw in the screws most of the way, so that the screw head is about 1/16 of an inch from the wall. 6.
Installing the Access Points 00169 Figure 31: Aligning the AP150 with the Bracket 9. For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see Figure 29), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring. 10. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in Figure 30.
Installing the Access Points Note: To comply with NEC code, attach a grounding wire to any of the screws used to attach the AP150 to the mounting bracket. Figure 32: Mounting the AP150 to a Suspended Ceiling Rail Suspended ceiling T-rail Caddy fastener(s) Spacer(s) 00170 Mounting bracket Washers To mount an AP150 below a suspended ceiling: 1. Using a 1/8" Allen wrench, remove the shoulder screws from the mounting bracket, if already attached. 2.
Checking LED Activity 10. For each antenna, loosen the knurled ring at the base of the antenna (see Figure 29), point the antenna straight down, then retighten the ring. 11. Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown in (see Figure 30). Checking LED Activity Access point status LEDs are provided on the Ethernet connector and on the face of the AP150. AP150 Status LEDs Four status LEDs on the face of the AP150 also light, as shown in Figure 34.
Where to Go From Here When the AP150 is first connected to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted thereafter, the AP initializes with and then is programmed by the controller. The Status LED (see Figure 34) color reflects the various operating states (Table ).
Safety Precautions Chapter 5 Installing the OAP180 This chapter describes how to physically install the OAP180. It contains the following sections: z Safety Precautions z Unpacking the OAP180 z Installation Requirements z Installing the Access Points z Where to Go From Here z Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions IMPORTANT—Read and follow the instructions in Appendix , “Regulatory Information” on page 93 before installing and operating this product.
Unpacking the OAP180 Unpacking the OAP180 Figure 34: OAP180 Outdoor Access Point Top panel view 2.4G Bottom panel view 5G 5G 2.4G Console PoE N-Type External Antenna Connector (5 GHz) N-Type External Antenna Connector (2.4 GHz) Console Port Ethernet/PoE Connector Water-Tight Test Point 00195 Console Port Cover Attachment Confirm that the OAP180 shipping boxes contain the following items: z OAP180 Outdoor Access Point z Wall/Pole Mount Hardware Kit for mounting OAP180 to a 1.
Installing the Access Points Installing the Access Points Selecting a Location When you plan the OAP180 physical configuration, include the elements shown in this drawing: Figure 35: Sample Physical Layout External Antenna Indoor Outdoor RF Coaxial Cable LAN Switch OAP 180 Ethernet Cable Power Injector 00196 Ground Wire AC Power Radio Position Planning Never construct a radio mast, pole, or tower near overhead power lines.
Installing the Access Points Weather Conditions Take into account any extreme weather conditions that are known to affect your location. Consider these factors: z Temperature — The OAP180 is tested for normal operation in temperatures from - 40°F to 140°F. Operating in temperatures outside of this range may cause the unit to fail. z Wind Velocity — The OAP180 can operate in winds up to 44 m/s and survive higher wind speeds up to 66 m/s.
Installing the Access Points Test Basic Link Operation Set up the OAP180 on the ground, either outdoors or indoors. Connect the unit as indicated in this document and perform the basic configuration tasks outlined below. When you are satisfied that the OAP180 is operating correctly, proceed to mounting the unit in the intended location. Mounting the Access Point The OAP180 can be mounted on the following (brackets are included): z 1.
Installing the Access Points Figure 37: Brackets Attached to a Pole 00201 Attach the bridge with bracket to affixed plate on pole 3. Use the included nuts to tightly secure the wireless OAP180 to the bracket. 4. Connect the OAP180 bracket and the pole bracket. Mounting OAP180 with the Wall-Mounting Bracket Attach the bracket to a wall with the flat side flush against the wall. Follow these steps to mount the unit to a wall using the wall-mounting bracket: 1.
Installing the Access Points 00203 Figure 39: Mount OAP180 on Wall Bracketl Connect Antennas and Ground Wire to OAP180 OAP180 does not ship with any antenna by default. Since customers have different outdoor applications, we suggest that you choose from the various antenna options offered by Meru. See the list in Appendix , “AP Accessories” on page 71. The OAP180 works both with antennas that attach to the unit and remote antennas.
Installing the Access Points Figure 40: Connect OAP180 Antenna Cables 5 GHz External High-gain Panel Antenna 5G-1 2.4G-1 5 GHz N-type 2.4 GHz N-type Connector (5G-1) Connector (2.4G-1) RF Coaxial Cable 2.4 GHz External Omnidirectional Antenna 00204 5G-2 2.4G-2 4. Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connectors to help prevent water entering the connectors. Note: When not using antenna connectors on the OAP180, keep the covers securely attached for weather protection.
Installing the Access Points 2. For extra protection against rain or moisture, apply weatherproofing tape (not included) around the Ethernet connector. 3. Ground the unit with an appropriate grounding wire (not included) by attaching it to the grounding screw on the unit. See above. 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.
Installing the Access Points Figure 42: Connect OAP180 to Power Injector AC power Ethernet cable from LAN switch Ethernet cable to wireless bridge 00206 Power LED indicator 2. Connect a straight-through unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable (not included) from a local LAN switch to the RJ-45 port labeled Input on the power injector. See the illustration above. Use Category 5e or better UTP cable for 10/100BASE-TX connections. Note: The RJ-45 port on the power injector is an MDI port.
Checking LED Activity Checking LED Activity Check the OAP180 LEDs for activity. Four of the eight LEDs on the bottom of the OAP180 indicate activity; four LEDs are not used at this time. Check the four active LEDs to determine if the AP is working. Figure 43: OAP180 LEDs Console PoE Power On LED Transmission LEDs (radio packets transmitting) 00194 Ethernet link LED hese 4 LEDs re not used The grey LEDs in the illustration are not currently used.
Checking LED Activity Antenna Gain Recommendations The OAP180 auto-adjusts the power level sent from the radio to the antenna, so that the EIRP emitted from the antenna is the value defined by the controller (100mW by default). You can increase this setting if you are compensating for signal loss from long inexpensive cables connecting external antennas.
Where to Go From Here Where to Go From Here Now that the AP300 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. © 2009 Meru Networks, Inc.
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Wireless Interface Appendix A Specifications This chapter provides specifications for Access Point and contains the following sections: z Wireless Interface z Ethernet Interface z Physical Wireless Interface Wireless Interface Specifications Feature Details Wireless Standards z 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n Antennas z Two to six external antennas. Omnidirectional and directional antennas for specific coverage requirements Wireless Medium Access z Wi-Fi Compliant 802.
Ethernet Interface Ethernet Interface Feature Wireline Standard Detail z One Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) interface, supporting halfduplex and full-duplex modes z Supports the Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af standard Physical Physical specifications for Meru Access Points are provided in the Access Point Data Sheet. Either check online at www.merunetworks.com for the latest version or contact your Meru sales engineer for a copy of the document.
Appendix B AP Accessories This section provides specifications for the following AP accessories: z Power Over Ethernet Devices z Power Supplies z Antennas z Mounting Brackets Power Over Ethernet Devices PoE Description ACC-POE-AT-1AC Mid-Span High Power pre-802.3at PoE injector (1 Port, 110V/220V AC input). Ideal for Meru AP300; backward compatible with 802.3af, also works with Meru AP200 and Meru AP150. Includes US power cords. ACC-POE-AT-12AC Mid-Span 802.
Power Supplies Power Supplies Power Supply Description ACC-AP300-PWR External Universal 5V Power supply for AP300 series ACC-PWR-OAP180 Spare High Power POE injector for OAP180. Not rated for outdoors, must be placed indoors. Does not include power cord, orderable separately as ACCPWR-CRD. Note: This device provides high power, upto 40W to the OAP180 unit and is not compatible with the 802.3af PoE standard. ACC-PWR-AP150 External Universal Power supply for AP150, ships with interchangeable plugs.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) 2.4-2.48 / 4.94-5.85 2.4-2.48/ 4.94-5.85 Gain (dBi) 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 2 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 3 dBi 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 4.7 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 4.7 dBi Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANTabg omnidirectional indoor only 13.5 x 158 RPSMA Use with AP150/ AP200/ AP300. Black dual-band 802.11 a/b/g rubber duck antenna. Default for AP150, AP201, AP208.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description AP200 2.4-2.48 / 4.94-5.85 (default) 2.4-2.48/ 4.94-5.85 2.4-2.48/ 4.94-5.85 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 2 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 3 dBi 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 2 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 3 dBi 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 4.7 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 4.7 dBi P/N: MN-ACC-ANTabg omnidirectional indoor only 13.5 x 158 RPSMA Use with AP150/ AP200/ AP300. Black dual-band 802.11 a/b/g rubber duck antenna.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANT3-50MD 2.4 - 2.5 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 5.2 dBi omnidirectional indoor only RPSMA For use with AP200 only. High gain ceiling mount single band omindirectional antenna operating at 2.4GHz This antenna is ideally suited for applications in indoor environment.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANT3-80P 2.4 - 2.5 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 8.5 dBi directional panel indoor/ outdoor 129 x 119 x 38 N female For use with AP200 only. This directional panel single band antenna is designed to cover 2.4 GHz frequencies with a VSWR of less than 1.5:1, obtaining maximum gain with an attractive, low-profile package. This antenna can be mounted indoors or outdoors and provides a gain of 8.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description AP150 2.4-2.48 / 4.94-5.85 2.4-2.48/ 4.94-5.85 (default) 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 2 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 3 dBi 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz = 2 dBi 802.11a/n 5Ghz = 3 dBi P/N:MN-ACC-ANTabg omnidirectional indoor only 13.5 x 158 RPSMA Use with AP150/ AP200/ AP300. Black dual-band 802.11 a/b/g rubber duck antenna. Default for AP150, AP201, AP208.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANT-BG18P-NF 2.4 - 2.5 802.11 b/g 2.4Ghz = 18 dBi directional panel indoor/ outdoor 360 x 360 x 16 OAP180 use only. High-gain, single-band panel antenna ideal for wireless coverage in a focused, narrow area or for providing point-to-point signal. Requires additional male type connector or RF patch cable (MN-ACC-CBL5NM-NM) to connect to OAP180.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANT-A08O-NM2 5.4705.875 802.11a 2.4Ghz = 8 dBi omnidirectional indoor/ outdoor 22 x 325 N male OAP180 use only; mounts directly to OAP180. Operates at higher bands between 5.470-5.875GHz providing 8 dBi gain. Outdoors, coverage is along the horizontal plane. Vertical polarization is limited to 24 degrees. P/N: MN-ACC-ANT-A08O-NF N female 5.5005.825 802.11a 2.
Antennas RF Band (GHz) Gain (dBi) Coverage Type Indoor/ Outdoor Size (mm) Conne ctor Description P/N: MN-ACC-ANT-A23P-NF NN female 5.1505.875 802.11a 2.4Ghz = 23 dBi directional panel indoor/ outdoor 320 x 320 x18 note: needs added male OAP180 use only. High-gain, single-band, directional panel antenna ideal for wireless coverage in a focused, narrow area or for providing point-topoint signal. Operates at 5.150 - 5.875GHz.
Mounting Brackets Mounting Brackets Meru offers various mounting options for access points. The table below lists the mounting options by AP type. Part Number Supported by AP ACC-AP300-MNT AP300 ACC-AP300-BHE AP300 Description Spare: Ceiling Mounting Bracket and Screws for AP300. This bracket ships by default with the AP300 at no charge to the customer.
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AP150 and AP300 Rev A Mounting Bracket Stencil Appendix C Mounting Bracket Stencils B-1 This appendix provides drawings of the AP mounting brackets. AP150 and AP300 Rev A Mounting Bracket Stencil The following page contains the stencil of the mounting bracket used by AP150 and AP300 Rev A. This stencil should be printed to scale and verified against an actual mounting bracket before punching holes © 2009 Meru Networks, Inc.
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AP300 Rev B Mounting Bracket Stencil AP300 Rev B Mounting Bracket Stencil The standard mounting bracket (Revision A) was redesigned in June 2008 and replaced with a Revision B. This bracket has an extra 3/8th inch clearance from the wall to provide easier access when securing the AP onto the mounted bracket.
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Cautions Appendix D Cautions and Warnings The cautions and warnings that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. 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. Une mise en garde attire votre attention sur un risque possible d'endommagement de l'équipement. Ci-dessous, vous trouverez les mises en garde utilisées dans ce manuel.
Cautions Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port. Vorsicht! Darauf achten, dass das Ethernetkabel am Ethernetanschluss und nicht versehentlich am Konsolenanschluss angeschlossen wird. Mise en garde Veiller à bien connecter le câble Ethernet au port Ethernet et non pas au port Console. Precaución! Asegúrese de conectar el cable Ethernet al puerto Ethernet, porque por error se puede enchufar en el puerto de la consola.
Warnings Caution! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. Vorsicht! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
Warnings Warning! With plastic covers removed, this product is suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with the Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code and Sections 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) and 12 - 100 of the Canadian Electrical Code. Part 1. C22. 1. For other countries, consult local authorities for regulations.
Warnings Warning! The AP200 with the metal enclosure exposed meets the requirements for fire resistance and low smoke-generating characteristics required by Section 30022(C) of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for installation in a building’s environmental air space. You must remove the plastic enclosure to reveal the plenum-rated AP200 metal case for installations above a suspended ceiling.
Warnings Warning! Any Fast Ethernet (FE) cables installed in air-handling spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and airhandling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum), or CMP (Communications Plenum). Achtung! Alle Fast-Ethernet (FE)-Kabel, die in Lüftungsräumen installiert werden, sollten gemäß NEC Artikel 800.
Warnings Warning! Inside antennas must be positioned to observe minimum separation of 20 cm. (~ 8 in.) from all users and bystanders. For the protection of personnel working in the vicinity of inside (downlink) antennas, the following guidelines for minimum distances between the human body and the antenna must be observed. The installation of the indoor antenna must be such that, under normal conditions, all personnel cannot come within 20 cm. (~ 8.0 in.) from any inside antenna.
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For OAP180 Appendix E 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 Networks, Inc.
For OAP180 Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure Frequency Range (MHz) Electric Field Strength (E) (V/m) Magnetic Field Strength (H) (A/m) 1500-100,000 Power Density (S) (mW/cm2) Averaging Time |E|2, |H|2 or S (minutes) 5 6 Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Frequency Range (MHz) 1500-100,000 Electric Field Strength (E) (V/m) Magnetic Field Strength (H) (A/m) Power Density (S) (mW/cm2) Averaging Time |E|2, |H|2 or S (minutes) 1.
USA USA Underwriters Laboratories For the AP150 series, the AP300 series, AP200 series, and the OAP180, the following statement and notices are applicable: Use only with Listed I.T.E. equipment. Notices The unit is intended 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 connection.
USA Interference Statement Meru Access Points Note: All devices except the OAP180 are indoor devices. The FCC requires indoor use for the frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High-power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with or damage to these devices, or both. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Canada. Industry Canada (IC) Canada. Industry Canada (IC) The Class B digital portion of this apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003. These devices comply with RSS210 of Industry Canada. Per RSS 210 A9.5 point 7: (i) the device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; (ii) the maximum antenna gain permitted (for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 54705725 MHz) to comply with the e.i.r.p.
Canada. Industry Canada (IC) Caution! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Europe—EU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Europe—EU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions This equipment is marked with either the CE Mark, the alert symbol, and the notified body's number and can be used throughout the European Community. This mark indicates compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and the relevant parts of the following technical specifications. EN 300 328. Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM).
Europe—EU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Hierbij verklaart Meru Networks, Inc. dat het toestel Access Points in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze verklaart Meru Networks, Inc. dat deze Access Points voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC. Par la présente, Meru Networks, Inc.
Europe—EU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Alulírott, Meru Networks, Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Access Points megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Meru Networks, Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, e Access Points splna základné poiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Meru Networks, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, e tento Access Points je ve shode se základními poadavky a dalšími príslušnými ustanoveními smernice 1999/5/ES.
Japan Japan EN 55022 Statement (applicable to AP201 Rev 2, AP208 Rev 2 only).This is to certify that the above models are shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 2004/108/EC, Annex I, 1a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55022 Class B (CISPR 22). Compliance is dependent upon the use of shielded data cables.
Manufacturing Information Singapore For the AP201 Rev 2, AP208 Rev 2, and OAP180, the following approval information applies: Complies with IDA Standards DA103798 For the AP300 series, the following approval information applies: Complies with IDA Standards DB102245 Manufacturing Information The AP150, AP200, and AP300 are built in Taiwan. Factory information is provided under NDA and upon request.
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