Ruckus Wireless® ZoneFlex® 2741 802.11g Outdoor Access Point Getting Started Guide www.ruckuswireless.
Contents 1 About This Getting Started Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Using ZoneDirector or FlexMaster to Manage the Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Package Contents . . . . . .
Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Attaching the Bracket to a Flat Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Attaching the Bracket to a Pole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Mounting on a Flat Surface or Vertical Pole . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 About This Getting Started Guide This Getting Started Guide provides information on how to set up the Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 2741 802.11g Outdoor Access Point on your network. Topics covered in this guide include installation, basic configuration, and device mounting. This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment. Consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of local area networking, wireless networking, and wireless devices.
Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point Package Contents 2 Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point 1. Open the Access Point package, and then carefully remove the contents. 2. Return all packing materials to the shipping box, and put the box away in a dry location. 3. Verify that all items listed in Package Contents below are included in the package. Check each item for damage. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Ruckus Wireless sales representative.
Before You Begin Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools Bottom Cover and Accessories ■ Bottom cover of the Access Point ■ DC terminal block ■ Black solid rubber stoppers (2 pieces) ■ Black rubber O-ring ■ Green rubber O-ring ■ White P-clip cable clamp (2 pieces) ■ Machine screws (2 pieces) ■ Machine screws with washers (3 pieces) 3 Before You Begin Before installing and setting up the Access Point, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you first complete the following pre-installation tasks.
Before You Begin Get to Know the Access Point Features Get to Know the Access Point Features Figure 1 and Figure 2 identify the Access Point features that are relevant to the installation and mounting instructions that this guide provides. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features. Figure 1. Access Point LEDs and bottom connectors 1 3 2 Table 1.
Before You Begin Get to Know the Access Point Features Table 1. LEDs and bottom panel connectors No Label Description 3 Reset Using a pointed object (for example, a pen), press this button to restart the Access Point or to restore it to factory default settings: • To restart the Access Point, press the Reset button once. • To restore the Access Point to factory default, press the Reset button for six (6) seconds.
Before You Begin Get to Know the Access Point Features Table 2. 6 LED states and behaviors LED Meaning AIR • Green: The Access Point is functioning as a mesh AP (MAP) and the wireless signal to its uplink MAP is good (> 24dbm). • Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access Point is functioning as a mesh AP (MAP) and the wireless signal to its uplink MAP is poor (< 24dbm).
Before You Begin Get to Know the Access Point Features Table 2. LED states and behaviors LED Meaning PWR • Green: The Access Point is connected to a power source. • Off: No power is available, or the Access Point is not connected to a power source. If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect an external high gain antenna to the standard N-type radio frequency (RF) antenna connector on the top panel of the Access Point.
Before You Begin Perform a Site Survey Perform a Site Survey Before installing the Access Point, perform a site survey to determine the optimal Access Point placement or maximum range, coverage, and network performance. When performing a site survey, consider the following factors: ■ ■ ■ ■ Data rates: Range is generally inversely proportional to data rates. The maximum radio range is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. Higher data rates will generally be achieved at closer distances.
Before You Begin Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation The location and orientation that you choose for the Access Point play a critical role in the performance of your wireless network. In general, Ruckus Wireless recommends installing the Access Point away from obstructions and sources of interference and ensuring that the Access Point’s dome is pointing to the general direction of its wireless clients.
Before You Begin Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation Figure 4 illustrates mounting locations and access point orientations that should be avoided. Figure 4.
Before You Begin Become Familiar with the Installation Components Become Familiar with the Installation Components The Access Point can be installed in an indoor or outdoor environment, such as an interior wall or ceiling or the exterior roof overhang of a building or a streetlight pole. Refer to Figure 5 for the installation components involved in a typical installation. Take note of the components that must be installed indoor and outdoor.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector WARNING: Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. CAUTION: Make sure that you form a 3”-5” drip loop in any cable that is attached to the Access Point and Ethernet surge protector. This will prevent water from running along the cables and entering the Access Point, Ethernet surge protector, or the building where the cables terminate.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector NOTE: In addition to using Layer 2 auto discovery to enable the Access Point to register with ZoneDirector, you can also use DHCP Option 43 or DNS. For more information, refer to the ZoneDirector User Guide. CAUTION: If you use this method, make sure that you do not change the IP address of ZoneDirector after the AP discovers and registers with it.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster What You Will Need Before starting with the configuration task, make sure that you have the following requirements ready: ■ ■ An administrative computer (notebook computer) running on Microsoft Windows Vista/XP/2000 Mozilla Firefox 2.0 (or later) or Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster NOTE: Make sure that you configure the Local Area Connection properties, not the Wireless Network Connection properties. 3. When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the scrolling list, and then click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box appears. 4. Write down all of the currently active network settings.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 6. Sample configuration in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box Step 2: Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer The procedure for connecting the Access Point to the administrative computer depends on the power source that you will be using.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster 4. Connect the power jack to the DC 48V IN connector on the PoE injector, and then plug the power adapter to a power source. Verify that the PWR LED on the back of the Access Point is steady green. NOTE: If the power outlet in your installation environment is three-pronged, use the twoprong plug adapter that is shipped with the Access Point. Figure 7.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 8. Connect the ground wire to the V- terminal and the +12v DC wire to the V+ terminal Ground Wire to V- Terminal 12V DC Wire to V+ Terminal 5. Using a 3mm Phillips screw, tighten the wiring terminal screws. 6. Connect the DC terminal block to the 12V DC port on the Access Point. 7. Connect the DC cable to a DC power source (for example, a battery).
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 9. The ZoneFlex Access Point login page 5. In User name, type super. 6. In Password, type sp-admin. 7. Click Log In. The Web interface appears, displaying the Device page. 8. Continue to “Step 4: Configure the Wireless Settings” below. Step 4: Configure the Wireless Settings To complete this step, you will need to configure the settings on the Common tab and at least one Wireless # tab.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Configure Common Wireless Settings 1. On the left menu of the Web interface, click Configuration > Wireless. The Common page appears. 2. Verify that the common wireless settings are configured as listed in Table 5. Table 5.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Configure Wireless # Settings 1. Click one of the Wireless # tabs. 2. In Wireless Availability, click Enabled. 3. In Broadcast SSID, click Enabled. 4. Clear the SSID box, and then type a unique and descriptive name that you want to call this wireless network. For example, you can type Ruckus Wireless AP.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster (Optional) Set the FlexMaster Server Address If you have a FlexMaster server installed on the network and you intend to use FlexMaster to manage the Access Point, you can set the FlexMaster server address at this point. Before starting this procedure, make sure you obtain the correct FlexMaster server URL.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 12. Type the FlexMaster server URL NOTE: Instructions on how to verify that the Access Point and FlexMaster can communicate with each other are provided in “Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only)” on page 41. Step 5: Disconnect the Access Point from the Administrative Computer You are now ready to attach the mounting brackets to the mounting surface and to the Access Point.
Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster • On Windows 2000, click Start > Settings > Network Connections. 2. When the Network Connections window appears, right-click the icon for Local Area Connection, and then click Properties. 3. When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the scrolling list, and then click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties dialog box appears. 4.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets What You Will Need 5 Attaching the Mounting Brackets What You Will Need To complete this procedure, you will need the following items: ■ Static bracket ■ Dynamic bracket ■ Wall anchors ■ Fender washers ■ Hex nuts ■ 10mm ratchet wrench If you are mounting the Access Point on a flat surface, you will also need an electric drill with an 8mm drill bit. If you are mounting the Access Point on a pipe or pole, you will also need the following: ■ A 30mm to 60 mm (1.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface The procedure for attaching the bracket to the mounting surface depends on whether you are mounting the Access Point to a flat surface or a pole.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 3. Remove the static bracket from the mounting surface. 4. Drill an 8mm-diameter hole with a depth of 36mm-38mm into each of the markings that you made on the mounting surface. 5. Insert a wall anchor (with the unthreaded part first) into each of the holes that you drilled. 6. Place a fender washer on each screw. 7. Align the two screw holes on the bracket with the wall anchors that you inserted earlier. Figure 14.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Figure 15. Use hex nuts to attach the bracket to the surface 9. Using a 10mm open-end wrench, tighten the nuts to secure the bracket to the mounting surface. As you tighten the nuts, the metal cones that are built into the wall anchors will expand and lock the wall anchors into place. 10. Continue to “Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point”.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Figure 16. Insert the steel clamp into the tabs on the bracket 2. Use the clamp to attach the bracket to the pole.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Figure 17.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 3. Using a 10mm flathead screwdriver, tighten the clamp lock to secure the bracket to the pole. Figure 18. Tighten the clamp lock to secure the bracket 4. Continue to “Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point”.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 19. Tighten the four machine screws to fasten the bracket to the Access Point 4. Continue to “Connecting to the Network” on page 35. Mounting on a Horizontal Pole 1. Place the two metal plates horizontally on the flat side of the Access Point, as shown in Figure 1. Make sure that the screw holes on the metal plates align with the screw holes on the Access Point. 2.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 20. Position and fasten the metal plates to the Access Point 3. Place the dynamic bracket on top of the metal plates. Make sure that: • The screw holes on the bracket align with the remaining screw holes on the metal plates. • The curved mounting hole is on the same side as the LEDs. 4. Insert and fasten a machine screw (supplied) into each of the four screw holes.
Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 21. Use machine screws to fasten the bracket to the metal plates 5. Continue to “Connecting to the Network”.
Connecting to the Network Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 6 Connecting to the Network For guidance on the connections required for typical installations, refer to Figure 22. Figure 22. Typical installation components using PoE as the only power source INDOOR OUTDOOR Access Point Router or Switch PoE Injector Drip Loop Ethernet Surge Protector Power Adapter WARNING: Do not apply power to the Access Point until you finish connecting all other components. 1.
Connecting to the Network Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 6. Connect the power jack to the DC 48V IN connector on the PoE injector, and then plug the power adapter to a power source. Verify that the PWR LED on the back of the Access Point is steady green. Figure 23. Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector To Access Point To Admin Computer To AC Power Source 7.
Connecting to the Network Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 24. Install the white P-clip clamp and the black rubber O-ring P-clip Cable Clamp Rubber O-ring 9. (Optional) Connect a DC cable (not supplied with the Access Point) into the DC terminal block. WARNING: Do not connect the DC cable to the DC power source at this point. You will connect it later after you finish mounting the Access Point. a.
Connecting to the Network Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 25. Connect the ground wire to the V- terminal and the +12v DC wire to the V+ terminal Ground Wire to V- Terminal 12V DC Wire to V+ Terminal d. Using a 3mm Phillips screw, tighten the wiring terminal screws. e. Wrap the white P-clip cable around the DC cable, and then fasten it to the Access Point chassis using one of the short machine screws supplied with the Access Point. f.
Connecting to the Network Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 26. Install the white P-clip clamp and the black rubber O-ring P-clip Cable Clamp Rubber O-ring CAUTION: If you are not connecting the DC cable to the DC terminal block, make sure you cover the right cable groove with one of the supplied solid rubber stoppers. 10.
Verifying the Installation Associate a Wireless Client with the Access Point Figure 27. Fasten the bottom cover using three machine screws You have completed connecting the Access Point to the administrative computer and a power source. 7 Verifying the Installation Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you verify that the Access Point is operating correctly and that wireless clients are able to associate with it before you mount the unit. Perform the following tasks to verify the installation.
Joining the Mounting Brackets Check the LEDs 4. Click Connect. Your wireless client connects to the wireless network. After the wireless client connects to the wireless network successfully, the wireless client icon in the system tray changes to . Check the LEDs Perform a spot-check using the LEDs to verify that the Access Point is operating normally. If the Access Point is operating normally and your wireless client was able to associate with it: ■ ■ ■ ■ The PWR LED is green.
Joining the Mounting Brackets Mounting on a Flat Surface or Vertical Pole Mounting on a Flat Surface or Vertical Pole 1. Join the two brackets as shown in Figure 28. Make sure that: • • The dynamic bracket (attached to the Access Point) encloses the static bracket (attached to the mounting surface). The side of the Access Point with the antenna connector is at the bottom, especially if you are planning to install an external antenna. Figure 28. Join the two brackets 2.
Joining the Mounting Brackets Mounting on a Flat Surface or Vertical Pole Figure 29. Insert hex bolts into the mounting holes 5. Finger tighten the hex bolts. 6. Adjust the Access Point to your desired orientation. NOTE: If you have not yet determined the optimal orientation for your Access Point, refer to “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation” on page 9 for orientation guidelines. 7. Using a 10mm ratchet wrench, tighten the hex bolts to fix the Access Point’s orientation.
Joining the Mounting Brackets Mounting on a Horizontal Pole Mounting on a Horizontal Pole 1. Join the two brackets as shown in Figure 30. Make sure that: • • The dynamic bracket (attached to the Access Point) encloses the static bracket (attached to the mounting surface). The side of the Access Point with the antenna connector is at the bottom, especially if you are planning to install an external antenna. Figure 30. Join the two brackets 2.
Joining the Mounting Brackets Mounting on a Horizontal Pole Figure 31. Insert hex bolts into the mounting holes 5. Finger tighten the hex bolts. 6. Adjust the Access Point to your desired orientation. NOTE: If you have not yet determined the optimal orientation for your Access Point, refer to “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation” on page 9 for a list of guidelines. 7. Using a 10mm ratchet wrench, tighten the hex bolts to fix the Access Point’s orientation.
(Optional) Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna Mounting on a Horizontal Pole 9 (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect a 2.4GHz-5GHz, 9dBi (or lower) external antenna to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point. WARNING: Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
(Optional) Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna Mounting on a Horizontal Pole Figure 32. Connect the RF coaxial cable to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point. If the antenna comes with a standard N-type male connector for direct connection (for example, an omnidirectional antenna), connect the standard N-type male connector to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point.
(Optional) Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna Mounting on a Horizontal Pole Figure 33. Connect the standard N-type male connector to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point 4. Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connector to help prevent water from entering the connector. 5. Reconnect the Access Point to the power source.
What to Do Next Change the Administrative Password CAUTION: If you are not connecting an external antenna to the standard N-type antenna interface on the Access Point, make sure that the waterproof antenna cover remains installed to protect the interface from elements, such as water or dirt. You have completed connecting the external antenna to the Access Point. 10 What to Do Next The following are some of the post-installation tasks that Ruckus Wireless recommends. Refer to the ZoneFlex 2741 802.
Professional Installation Instructions Personal Installation 11 Professional Installation Instructions Personal Installation This product is designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a qualified personal who has RF and related rule knowledge. The general user shall not attempt to install or change the setting.
Federal Communications Commission Notices This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Taiwan Statement The control, adjustment and on/off operation of this device does not violate the “Administrative regulations on low power radio waves radiated devices”. Any adjustments to the device should be carried out or be monitored by a specialist who has expertise on radio frequency devices. Replacement of components which may lead to the violation to the regulations is not allowed.
