Port Specifications
Appendix B
“To AP” Specifications
The RJ-45 connector labeled “To AP” attaches to the Aruba AP 60/61 FE port either directly (if the AP is physically available) or indirectly (if the AP is already deployed).
When connecting indirectly, use a straight-through FE coupler to attach the “To AP” connector to the FE cable leading directly to the AP’s FE port with no intervening hubs, routers, or other network equipment. The cable must be
8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with a maximum length of 100 meters (325 feet).
The Aruba AP 60/61 and serial breakout adapter are plenum rated. When is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22(C), any connecting FE cable should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP.
Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices.
“To Network” Specifications
The RJ-45 connector labeled “To Network” attaches to an FE LAN segment. This connection is optional unless IEEE 802.11af Power Over Ethernet (POE) is used to power the AP during manual provisioning.
A straight-through FE coupler may be used to attach the “To Network” connector to a LAN FE cable. The appropriate cable depends on the level of connectivity required of the FE port:
zIf the connecting device supports IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (POE), use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with male RJ-45 connectors.
The Aruba 5000 (with Line Card LC-5000-24FE-2GE-SPOE), the Aruba 2400, and the Aruba 800 support SPOE.
zOtherwise, use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, FE cable with male RJ-45 connectors. The port detects MDI/MDX and automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables.
NOTE: Only IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet is supported for manual provisioning. “Inline” or “midspan” POE devices will not work with the Aruba serial breakout adapter.
The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet).
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