Package Contents; Reset Button; Status Leds - HP 501 Quick Start Manual

HP 501 802.11ac Wireless Client Bridge Quickstart

Package contents

The HP 501 Wireless Client Bridge, mounting bracket, two spring clips, three
dual-band omnidirectional antennas, two mounting screws with wall anchors,
one cable tie, and documentation.
Ports
• Ethernet port: Auto-sensing 1000 BaseT Ethernet port with RJ-45
connector. The port supports IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE).
• Console port: A standard serial port with a DB-9 (female) connector. To
connect to a computer, use a standard (straight-through) serial cable
(male-to-female). For details, see the serial port description in the HP 501
802.11ac Wireless Client Bridge Configuration and Administration Guide.
Radio and antennas
The HP 501 provides a single dual-band radio with three antennas supporting
3x3 MIMO three-spatial-stream 802.11ac. The antenna connectors are reverse-
polarity SMA jacks. Antennas or cable connectors must use RP-SMA plugs. The
supplied antennas are to be mounted directly on the HP 501. Also see HP 501
antennas on page 7.
The HP 501 supports 802.11b/g/n operation modes at 2.4 GHz or 802.11a/n/ac
operation modes at 5 GHz. The HP 501does not support concurrent operation at
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Reset button

The Reset button is accessible through a hole on the front panel of the HP 501,
labeled as 8 on page 1. To reset the HP 501, insert a paper clip into the Reset
button hole, and press and quickly release the button. To reset the HP 501 to
factory defaults, press and hold the button until the status LEDs flash three
times, then release.

Status LEDs

LED State
Off The HP 501 has no power.
The HP 501 is starting up. If the Power LED
continues to flash after several minutes, the
Power Amber software failed to load. Reset or power cycle the
HP 501. If this condition persists, contact HP
customer support.
Green The HP 501 is fully operational.
Description
2
LED State
Off
Amber
Ethernet
Green
Off
Radio
Amber
Green
Powering the HP 501
The HP 501 can be powered by:
• A 10/100 or 10/100/1000 PoE-enabled switch. Various PoE-enabled
switches are available from HP.
• An HP 1-Port Power Injector (J9407B).
• An HP AC/DC Power Adapter (J9405B).
Caution: If the HP 501 is powered by a user-supplied PoE power injector,
use only a gigabit-compatible power injector. Although 10/100 PoE-enabled
switches are compatible, PoE injectors designed for 10/100 networks only
are not compatible with the HP 501.
Important information to read before installing
Warning: Professional installation required. For indoor installation only.
Before installing or using the HP 501, consult with a professional installer
trained in RF installation and knowledgeable in local regulations including
building and wiring codes, safety, channel, power, indoor/outdoor
restrictions, and license requirements for the intended country. The end user
is responsible for ensuring that installation and use comply with local safety
and radio regulations.
Important information to read before installing
Description
The port is not connected or there is no activity.
Flashing indicates network activity on a valid 10/
100 Mbps link.
Flashing indicates network activity on a valid
1000 Mbps link.
Indicates one of the following conditions:
• The radio is disabled.
• The work group bridge mode is disabled.
• The radio is enabled, but there is no network
activity.
Flashing at a fast rate indicates wireless network
activity in 2.4 GHz mode. Flashing slowly
indicates the HP 501 is searching for an AP.
Flashing at a fast rate indicates wireless network
activity in 5 GHz mode. Flashing slowly indicates
the HP 501 is searching for an AP.