Chapter 2 Mounting Instructions

Mounting the Access Point

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Configuring a RAP

The access point defaults to the MAP radio role. One or more of your access points must be reconfigured as a RAP. The RAPs connect to a wired Ethernet link through a switch to the controller. The MAPs use their wireless backhaul interface to connect to a RAP to reach the controller.

Follow these steps to configure a RAP on the controller:

Step 1 Log into your controller using a web browser.

Step 2 Click Wireless. When your access point associates to the controller, your access point’s name is visible in the AP Name list.

Step 3 Find your access point’s name and click Detail.

Step 4 Find Bridging Instructions and choose Root AP by clicking the drop down arrow in the AP Role field. Step 5 Click Apply.

Step 6 Repeat Steps 2 through 5 for each RAP.

Step 7 Log out from your controller and close your web browser.

Mounting the Access Point

This section provides instructions for installing your access points. Personnel installing the access point must understand wireless access points and bridging techniques and grounding methods.

Installation Options

There are two common installation methods: a roof-overhang or wall installation using the access point mounting plate (supplied) or a pole installation using the optional pole mount kit.

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030

Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

Caution When the product is installed outside of the building, and the DC power/Ethernet connection is used, this cabling should be installed in accordance with the requirements of a Class 2 circuit, as detailed in Article 725 of the National Electric Code (NEC). Such requirements include, but are not limited to, routing the Class 2 cabling away from AC power lines and AC building wiring, and limiting the exposed cable runs external to the building to less than 140 ft (42m) – or is directly buried or in underground conduit, where a continuous metallic cable shield or a continuous metallic conduit containing the cable is bonded to each building grounding electrode system. If such installation methods are not followed, the cabling must be installed according to the requirements for telecommunication circuits (TNV) as detailed in

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