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Nortel WLAN — Access Port
(223x) Quick Installation Guide
Version 2.2
*216394-B REV 00*
Part No. 216394-B Rev 00
April 2005
4655 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054

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  • Page 1 Part No. 216394-B Rev 00 April 2005 4655 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide Version 2.2 *216394-B REV 00*...
  • Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Nortel Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Nortel Inc. does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 “Software” is owned or licensed by Nortel, its parent or one of its subsidiaries or affiliates, and is copyrighted and licensed, not sold. Software consists of machine-readable instructions, its components, data, audio-visual content (such as images, text, recordings or pictures) and related licensed materials including all whole or partial copies.

  • Page 4: Limited Warranty

    Regulations at 48 C.F.R. Sections 12.212 (for non-DoD entities) and 48 C.F.R. 227.7202 (for DoD entities). b)Customer may terminate the license at any time. Nortel may terminate the license if Customer fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this license. In either event, upon termination, Customer must either return the Software to Nortel or certify its destruction.
  • Page 5 Products at its then-prevailing repair rates. The limited warranty for the Product does not apply if, in the judgment of Nortel , the Product fails due to damage from shipment, handling, storage, accident, abuse or misuse, or it has been used or maintained in a manner not conforming to Product manual instructions, has been modified in any way, or has had any Serial Number removed or defaced.

  • Page 6: Software License Agreement

    ANY EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY Nortel IN CONNECTION THEREWITH (“EQUIPMENT”) UNUSED IN THE ORIGINAL SHIPPING CONTAINER TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND. Software may be provided by Nortel on a standalone basis (“Standalone Software”) or it may be provided embedded in Equipment (“Embedded Software”).
  • Page 7 Nortel at 110 Nortech Parkway, San Jose CA 95134, ATTN: Contracts Administration, Nortel will provide a complete machine-readable copy of the source code of such portions for a nominal cost to cover Nortel 's cost in physically providing such code.
  • Page 8 No modification of or amendment to this Agreement, nor any waiver of any rights under this Agreement, by Nortel shall be effective unless in writing. If any of the provisions of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable under any applicable statute or rule of law, such provision shall, to that extent, be deemed omitted.
  • Page 9 ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Trademarks and Service Marks Nortel , and the Nortel logo are registered trademarks, and management software is a trademark of Nortel All other trademarks belong to their respective holders.
  • Page 10 10 FCC Statements for WLAN — Security Switches (2270) FCC Statements for WLAN — Security Switches (2270) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 11 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons. Using higher gain antennas and types of antennas not covered under the FCC certification of this product is not allowed. Installers of the radio and end users of the Nortel 2200 Series must adhere to the installation instructions provided in this manual.
  • Page 12 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. To ensure compliance with EMC standards applied to the Nortel Networks WLAN — Wireless Security Switches (2270), shielded twisted pair (STP) 10/100Base-T cabling must be used.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    External-Antenna Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide This Guide contains several sections allowing you to install the Nortel WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and Ceiling Mount Bezel. These models contain internal 802.11a and 802.11b/g antennas and connectors for optional external 802.11a and 802.11b/g antennas.
  • Page 14 For a complete listing of the authorized antennas for use with this product, visit http://www.nortel.com/support. In order to ensure continued compliance, use of an antenna not on the Nortel approved antenna list is not allowed without specific authorization from Nortel . For additional questions or inquiries regarding specific antennas contact Nortel at: 1-800-4NORTEL or on the web at http://www.nortel.com/erc...

  • Page 15: Overview

    Overview This guide is designed to provide you with the information needed to mount a Nortel WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and Ceiling Mount Bezel. Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) are part of the innovative Nortel 2200 Series (Nortel 2200 Series), and require no manual configuration after they are mounted.

  • Page 16: Step 1: Collecting Required Tools And Supplies

    Nortel 2200 Series Release Notes Refer to the for 802.11a external antenna information. Contact Nortel for a list of approved 802.11a and 802.11b/g external antennas. • Map showing WLAN — Access Port (223x) locations, with mounting and power options. •...

  • Page 17: Step 2: Configuring The Wlan - Access Port (223X) Before Installation

    Preparing a Version 2.2 WLAN — Access Port (223x) or WLAN — Access Port (223x) If your WLAN — Access Port (223x) has Operating System 2.2 or a later version (which includes all Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x)) loaded on it, continue with this procedure. If your WLAN — Access Port (223x) has Operating System 2.0 or earlier loaded on it, or if you do not know what version the WLAN —...
  • Page 18 If your 2.2 or later version later WLAN — Access Port (223x) cannot be configured for any reason using the following procedure, refer to RMA Procedures in the Nortel Product Guide. Configuration Steps for a WLAN — Access Port (223x) Configuration Steps for a WLAN —...
  • Page 19 (223x) and take it to its final destination and install it as described in this document. If your WLAN — Access Port (223x) fails this visual test, refer to RMA Procedures in the Nortel Product Guide Part # 320298-A to return your WLAN —...
  • Page 20 Access Port (223x) has a route back to its Primary, Secondary and Tertiary WLAN — Security Switches (2270). Note that the Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) at each remote location must be on the same subnet to allow client roaming. Also, if the WLAN — Access Port (223x) is not on the same subnet as the WLAN —...
  • Page 21 • If your 2.2 or later version later WLAN — Access Port (223x)(s) or WLAN — Access Port (223x)(s) cannot be configured for any reason using the following procedure, refer to RMA Procedures in the Nortel Product Guide. Configuration Steps for a WLAN — Access Port (223x) or WLAN — Access Port (223x) Configuration Steps for a WLAN —...
  • Page 22 DHCP server. Apply power to the WLAN — Access Port (223x): Use 802.3af-compatible Power Over Ethernet (PoE) from a Nortel Networks PoE equipped Switches such as the BayStack 460, or from an orderable inline power injector. If you do not have PoE available, use an orderable external AC-to-48 VDC Power Supply plugged into the side of the WLAN —...
  • Page 23 (223x) or WLAN — Access Port (223x) and install it as described in this document. If your WLAN — Access Port (223x) or WLAN — Access Port (223x) fails this visual test, refer to RMA Procedures in the Nortel Product Guide 320298-A to return your WLAN — Access Ports (223x).

  • Page 24: Step 3: Preparing Mounting Locations

    Note: ENSURE that plenum-mounted WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) use only the metal Projection-Mount and Flush-Mount brackets (not the Ceiling-Mount Base or the Hanging-Ceiling Clips) and are powered using Power Over Ethernet (POE) to comply with safety regulations.
  • Page 25 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) or smaller heads protruding from the ceiling about 0.1 inch (2.5 mm). Step 4: Mounting the WLAN — You are now ready to install the WLAN — Access Ports (223x). Continue with Access Ports (223x) on page 26 Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 26: Step 4: Mounting The Wlan - Access Ports (223X)

    Installers can mount two WLAN — Access Ports (223x) back-to-back and the Nortel 2200 Series operator can disable the second antenna in both WLAN — Access Ports (223x) to create a 360-degree coverage area with two sectors.
  • Page 27 If the screws do not securely hold the ceiling-mount base, remove the WLAN — Access Port (223x) and adjust the screws until they hold the ceiling-mount base securely. • Attach the cables to the sides of the WLAN — Access Port (223x). Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 28 28 Ceiling-Mount Clips Note: When the WLAN — Access Port (223x) is powered up and is associated with a WLAN — Security Switch (2270) (Green/Power and Yellow/802.11b/g and/or Yellow or Amber/802.11a LEDs lit), the WLAN — Access Port (223x) is broadcasting its beacon signal(s). When this happens, complete the instal- lation as quickly as possible to remove yourself from within 8 inches (20 cm) of the WLAN —...
  • Page 29 Attach the ceiling-mount clips to the bottom of the WLAN — Access Port (223x) using the factory-supplied machine screws and washers. • Snap the ceiling-mount clips onto a hanging ceiling rail. Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 30 30 Ceiling-Mount Clips Figure - 7. Clipping the WLAN — Access Port (223x) and Ceiling-Mount Clips to a Hanging-Ceiling Rail • Attach the cables to the sides of the WLAN — Access Port (223x). Note: Ensure the cables are routed away from the WLAN — Access Port (223x) antennas. Note: When the WLAN —...
  • Page 31 Slide the screws into the keyhole slots on the mounting bracket as shown in the following figure. Note: If the screws do not securely hold the bracket, remove the WLAN — Access Port (223x) and adjust the screws until they securely hold the bracket. Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 32 32 Flush Wall Mount Figure - 9. Assembling the WLAN — Access Port (223x) to the Projection-Mount Bracket • Attach the cables to the sides of the WLAN — Access Port (223x). Note: Ensure the cables are routed away from the WLAN — Access Port (223x) antennas. Note: When the WLAN —...
  • Page 33 This ensures that the correct antenna is facing the building, and makes future upgrades easier. Note: If the screws do not securely hold the bracket, remove the WLAN — Access Port (223x) and adjust the screws until they securely hold the bracket. Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 34 (20 cm) of the WLAN — Access Port (223x) to comply with FCC RF radiation exposure guidelines. Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit (Optional) • To physically install the Nortel Networks WLAN — Access Ports using the optional Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit 216394-B Rev 00...
  • Page 35 The Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit can be used for Nortel Networks WLAN Access Ports with external antenna connectors, but the connectors cannot be used.. Refer to the following section to install the Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit (Optional) and Nortel Networks WLAN — Access Ports.

  • Page 36: Step 5: Installing The Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit (Optional) And Nortel Wlan - Access Port (223X)

    Figure - 13. Bracket Installed in Ceiling Tile or Drywall from Plenum Side From the room side of the tile, slip the Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) into the center of the bezel. 216394-B Rev 00...
  • Page 37 Snap the other half of the bezel into the first half and attach it with the other provided screw. Do not tighten the screw. Tighten the bezel screws so that the bezel is firmly attached around the Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x). Note: Ensure that the bracket and bezel are snug, but not so tight that the Nortel WLAN —...
  • Page 38 Ceiling-Mount Bezel kit and the AP into the ceiling. To ensure that the Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) does not fall from the ceiling, you can attach a wire from the metal installation bracket to any secure part of the building structure.
  • Page 39 Bracket from Plenum Side Showing Adjustment Screw Locations Route the CAT-5, Ethernet cable and optional power supply to where they can plug into the Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x). Ensure to leave about 6 inches (15 cm) of slack in the cables for future modifications.

  • Page 40: Step 4: Mounting The Wlan — Access Ports (223X) On

    40 Step 5: Installing the Ceiling-Mount Bezel Kit (Optional) and Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Step 4: Mounting the WLAN — Access Ports (223x) on page 26 Repeat for each WLAN — Access Port (223x) Step 6: Returning MAC Information on page 41...

  • Page 41: Step 6: Returning Mac Information

    , return the MAC addresses and their locations on the maps or floor plans to the network planner or manager. The Nortel Networks - WLAN Management System Software (WLAN Management System Software) operators will use the MAC address and location information to create maps for precise wireless Operating System management.

  • Page 42: Planning Notes

    About External Antennas • Refer to the WLAN — Access Port (223x) External and Internal Antennas section in the Nortel Product Guide for an overview of the external 802.11a and 802.11b/g external antennas available for use with the WLAN —...
  • Page 43 About Mounting Options About Mounting Options DANGER: Plenum-mounted WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) MUST BE powered using Power Over Ethernet (POE) to comply with safety regulations. Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 44: Fcc Statements For Wlan - Access Ports (223X)

    Note: External antennas are NOT to be used when installing WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) in a plenum. • When you are mounting the WLAN — Access Port (223x) in the middle of a ceiling, ceiling plenum, or hallway, you will typically use the color-coordinated ceiling-mount base to stabilize the WLAN —...

  • Page 45: Eu Regulatory Information

    20 cm (8 in.) from all persons. Using higher gain antennas and types of antennas not covered under the FCC certification of this product is not allowed. Installers of the radio and end users of the Nortel 2200 Series must adhere to the installation instructions provided in this manual.

  • Page 46: Industry Canada Required User Information For Wlan - Access Ports (223X)

    LAN connections. • For Nortel WLAN — Access Port (223x) provided with optional external antenna ports, ensure that all external antennas and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. The WLAN — Access Ports (223x) and their optional external antennas are not suitable for outdoor use.

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