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Deploying the Access Point
Step 3: Connect the Access Point to the Network
Step 3: Connect the Access Point to the Network
In this step, you will connect the Access Point from its mounting location to the network.
The connections required for your installation depend on the power sources that you are
using. Figure 33
shows an example of the connections required for a typical installation
that uses both PoE and DC power as power sources.
Figure 33. Typical installation components using both PoE and DC power sources
WARNING: Do not apply power to the Access Point until you finish connecting all other
components.
1. Take the Access Point to its mounting location.
2. Verify that the Cat5e FTP cable (outdoor-rated) from the Access Point is long enough
to reach the PoE injector that is installed indoor.
3. Create a drip loop in any cable that is attached to the Access Point. This will prevent
water from running along the cable and entering the Access Point or the building where
the cable terminates.
4. Verify that the PoE IN port on the AP is connected to the AP/BRIDGE port on the PoE
injector.
5. Connect the Ethernet cable from the NETWORK port on PoE injector to your network
router or switch.
6. Apply power to the Access Point.
INDOOR OUTDOOR
DC power source
Router or switch
PoE injector
ZoneFlex 7762
Outdoor AP
CAT5 Ethernet
cable
PoE power
adapter
Outdoor-rated FTP
cable
Drip loop
Outdoor-rated
FTP cable
DC cable
Ground rods
Ground
screw
18 AWG min
green-and-
yellow wire
used
18 AWG min
green-and-
yellow wire
used
Ground rod