User Guide

Wi-Fi Array
Installing the Wi-Fi Array 27
Installing the Wi-Fi Array
The instructions for completing a successful installation include the following
topics:
z “Installation Prerequisites” on page 27.
z “Planning Your Installation” on page 30.
z “Installation Workflow” on page 49.
z “Unpacking the Wi-Fi Array” on page 50.
z “Installing Your Wi-Fi Array” on page 52.
z “Powering Up the Wi-Fi Array” on page 73.
z “Establishing Communication with the Array” on page 76.
z “Performing the Express Setup Procedure” on page 77.
Installation Prerequisites
Your Wi-Fi Array deployment requires the presence of hardware and services in
the host wired/wireless network, including:
z Dedicated AC power outlet
Unless you are using Xirrus PoGE, you need a dedicated power outlet to
supply AC power to each unit deployed at the site. If you are using the
optional PoGE, then power is supplied over the same Cat 5e or Cat 6
cable used for data. PoGE power injector modules are available in 1 port
and 8 port configurations and are typically placed near your Gigabit
Ethernet switch. An AC outlet is required for each injector module.
z Ethernet port
You need at least one 100/1000 BaseT port to establish wired Gigabit
Ethernet connectivity (via the product’s Gigabit 1 or Gigabit 2 port) and
one 10/100 BaseT port (if desired) for product management.
!
The Array’s Ethernet ports should be connected to an Ethernet switch, not
an Ethernet hub—if a hub is used, we recommend that you connect only
one Ethernet port.