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Fortinet AP433
Installation Guide
.January 2014
Copyright© 2015 Fortinet, Inc. All rights reserved. Fortinet® and certain other marks are registered trademarks of
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  • Page 1 Copyright© 2015 Fortinet, Inc. All rights reserved. Fortinet® and certain other marks are registered trademarks of Fortinet, Inc., in the U.S. and other jurisdictions, and other Fortinet names herein may also be registered and/or common law trademarks of Fortinet. All other product or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 Support For assistance, contact Fortinet Customer Service and Support 24 hours a day at +1 408-542- 7780, or by using one of the local contact numbers, or through the Support portal at https:// support.fortinet.com/ Fortinet Customer Service and Support provide end users and channel partners with the fol- lowing: •...
  • Page 3 To ensure a secured WiFi network, Fortinet hardware (controllers and access points) are designed to run only the proprietary firmware developed by Fortinet. Only approved Fortinet access points are con- figurable with Fortinet controllers and vice versa. Third party access points and software cannot be con- figured on Fortinet hardware Trademarks and Copyright Statement Fortinet®, FortiGate®, and FortiGuard®...
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  • Page 21: About This Guide

    Fortinet System Director Configuration Guide Website Resources For the first 90 days after you buy a Fortinet controller, you have access to online support. If you have a support contract, you have access for the length of the contract. See web site http:://support.merunetworks.com for information such as:...

  • Page 22: Typographic Conventions

    Identifies important information about actions that could result in damage to or loss of data, or could cause the application to behave in unexpected ways. Dentifies critical information about actions that could result in equipment failure or bodily harm. Contacting Fortinet You can visit Fortinet Networks, Inc. on the Internet at this URL: http://www.merunetworks.com Typographic Conventions...
  • Page 23 Customer Services and Support For assistance, contact Fortinet Customer Services and Support 24 hours a day at +1-888-637-8952) or +1-408-215-5305. Email can be sent to csm@fortinet.com. Customer Services and Support provide end users and channel partners with the following: •...
  • Page 24 Contacting Fortinet...
  • Page 25 AP433 Series Access Points contain radio devices that communicate with the Meru Controller and form the wireless LAN (WLAN). The Meru Controller and Access Points connect to the site’s wired LAN through wired switches. Wireless clients associate with the Access Points as they roam throughout the WLAN.
  • Page 26 AP433 Series Configurations TABLE 1: AP433 Series Configuration Table Model Configuration AP433e Three dual-band IEEE Std 802.11n radios with 3x3:3SS MIMO and external antennas AP433i Three dual-band IEEE Std 802.11n radios with 3x3:3SS MIMO and internal antennas AP433is Two dual-band IEEE Std 802.11n radios with 3x3:3SS MIMO and a...
  • Page 27 Figure 2: AP433e Figure 3: AP433i/is...
  • Page 28 Figure 4: OAP433e Outdoor Access Point (top and bottom)
  • Page 29 IMPORTANT—Read and follow the regulatory instructions in Appendix G before installing and operating this product. If an optional power supply is used, it must be one supplied by Fortinet. The AP433i is only intended for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af. All interconnected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the intercon- nected equipment's associated LAN connection.
  • Page 30 Radios 0, 1, and 2 802.3af PoE Usage When using System Director 5.0 (or later) and 802.3af PoE, Fortinet only supports two radios (radio 0 and 1). This is because three radios using an 802.3af switch may not have enough power to operate properly.
  • Page 31 The AP433i has a security cable slot so you can lock the AP433i with a standard security cable, such as those used to secure laptop computers. Purchase optional mounting kits to mount the AP433i either from the ceiling or inside an enclosure: •...
  • Page 32 On a wall, orient the AP433i horizon- tally so that you can read the Fortinet logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this ori- entation provides optimum MIMO performance. • We recommend planning for about 50 clients per radio (or per interference region) if you plan to use Virtual Port and plan to have phones as clients.
  • Page 33 • “Mount AP433i Below a Suspended Ceiling” on page 26 • “Mount AP433i Above a Suspended Ceiling” on page 28 Mount AP433i Horizontally on a Shelf When mounting an AP433i horizontally, no mounting bracket is required. Be sure to position the paddle antenna vertically when an AP433i sits on a surface.
  • Page 34 After unclipping the shell, it is a simple matter to lift it off of the main AP. See Figure 7 on page Figure 7: Removing the AP433i Shell You are now ready to proceed with the wall mounting procedure. To mount an AP433i on a wall, use the provided mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 8 on page Figure 8:...
  • Page 35 25). Figure 9: AP Mounting Screw Holes Orient the AP433i horizontally so that you can read the Fortinet logo and the Console and network ports are pointed downwards - this orientation provides optimum MIMO perfor- mance. Align the mounting screws on the back of the AP433i with the corresponding holes on the mounting bracket.
  • Page 36 Figure 10: Locking the AP in Place Insert locking pin Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the switch and the other end to the AP433i Ethernet port. Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port.
  • Page 37 vided in the box) into the unlock hole on the side of the AP shown in Figure 11 on page 26 order to clip the AP in place. Figure 12: Mounting AP433i to a Suspended Ceiling Rail T-bar (in ceiling) To mount an AP433i below a suspended ceiling: Determine the location on the ceiling rail where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tiles.
  • Page 38 Figure 13: Ports for the AP433i Reset Console Ethernet RESET CONSOLE Mount AP433i Above a Suspended Ceiling Use the optional T-bar box hanger mounting kit to mount the AP433i above suspended ceiling T-rails (see Figure 15 on page 29). The installation attaches the T-bar box hanger to the ceil- ing rails and then the AP433i attaches to the T-bar box hanger.
  • Page 39 Figure 14: Ports for the AP433i Reset Console Ethernet RESET CONSOLE Attach the square bracket to the underside of the main support bar using the screws pro- vided, as shown in Figure 15 on page Figure 15: AP433i Mounted Above a Suspended Ceiling Face Down Mounting Bar Mounting Brace Clips attach to T-bar...
  • Page 40 Align the antenna in a vertical position, so that it is perpendicular to the AP itself. Remove a nut from each leg and slide the crossbar (with the AP attached) in place on top of the legs. Replace the two nuts, locking the bar in place. Connect one end of the PoE Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector.
  • Page 41 After the AP433i is connected, check the status of the LEDs. The functions of the LEDs are described below. AP433i LED Descriptions Function Troubleshooting Power off—no power green—presence of power Status off—no power If the status LED is blinking red and yellow, there is an alarm on green—booting stage 1 the AP.
  • Page 42 Where to Go From Here...
  • Page 43 Installing AP433e This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP433e, which is supported on System Director versions 6.0-SR1 and later. It contains the following sections: • “Safety Precautions” on page 33 • “Unpack the AP433e” on page 33 •...
  • Page 44 Fortinet only supports two radios (radio 1 and 2). This is because three radios using an IEEE Std 802.3af switch/PoE injector may not have enough power to operate properly. When using an 802.af PoE, Fortinet supports single or dual radios utilizing up to 3 antennas each.
  • Page 45 Purchase optional mounting kits to mount the AP433e either from the ceiling or inside an enclosure: • Above Suspended Ceiling Mounting Kit (T-Bar Hanger): MNT-SCRMKIT-01 • Above hanging ceiling tiles. Suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with the Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code and Sections 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) and 12 - 100 of the Canadian Electrical Code.
  • Page 46 APs below a hanging ceiling (plenum is supported) or the wall near the ceiling provides the least obstructed communications path. On a wall, orient the AP433e horizon- tally so that you can read the Fortinet logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this ori- entation provides optimum MIMO performance.
  • Page 47 (For a list of approved terminators, see http://support.merunetworks.com/.) Fortinet - supplied antennas are suitable only for indoor use. To achieve the best performance in a high density environment, position the antennas at a 90 degree angles relative to each other as shown in Figure 6, AP433e Antennas in Ceiling and Wall-mount Configuration.
  • Page 48 TABLE 4: AP433e Antenna Port-Radio Mapping Antenna Radio (Stream ID) Radio 1 (first stream) Radio 1 (second stream) Radio 1 (third stream) Radio 2 (first stream) Radio 2 (second stream) Radio 2 (third stream) Radio 3 (first stream) Radio 3 (second stream) Radio 3 (third stream) Install the Access Point AP433e AP433e ships with a mounting bracket included in the box.
  • Page 49 Figure 19: AP433e Wall Mounting Bracket Place the mounting bracket against the wall with the sliding lock mechanism facing upwards. The Quick Reference Installation instructions on the bracket should be visible. Using the holes on the mounting bracket itself as a guide, mark the location on the wall for the AP bracket mounting screws.
  • Page 50 Figure 20: AP Mounting Screw Holes Orient the AP433e horizontally so that you can read the Fortinet logo and the Console and network ports are pointed downwards - this orientation provides optimum MIMO per- formance. Align the mounting screws on the back of the AP433e with the corresponding holes on the mounting bracket.
  • Page 51 Mount AP433e Below a Suspended Ceiling The brackets on the bottom of the AP433e allow it to be mounted directly to a ceiling T-bar (see Figure 22 on page 41). Note that the AP lock must be disabled by sliding the locking key (provided in the box) into the unlock hole on the side of the AP shown in Figure 21 on page 40...
  • Page 52 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the switch and the other end to the AP433e Ethernet port (see Figure 23 on page 42). Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port.
  • Page 53 Figure 24: AP433e Mounted Above a Suspended Ceiling Face Down Mounting Bar Mounting Brace Clips attach to T-bar Brace your hand against the back of the main support bar and press the AP433e against the square bracket in a similar manner to that indicated in Figure 22 on page Twist until the AP433e clicks into place.
  • Page 54 Use a shielded Cat 5 Ethernet cable in order to comply with international electromagnetic emissions limits. Check that the AP433e is operating correctly before replacing the ceiling tile. Verify cor- rect operating using the LEDs, as shown in “Check AP433e LED Activity” on page Mount AP433e on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has recessed supports and lowered tiles is similar to...
  • Page 55 Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the Ethernet con- nector shown in Figure 2 on page 44 above. Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port. The cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port;...
  • Page 56 Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the Ethernet con- nector shown in Figure 23 on page Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port. The cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port;...
  • Page 57 AP433e LED Descriptions Function Troubleshooting Power off—no power green—presence of power Activity off—no power If the status LED is blinking red and yellow, there is an alarm on green—booting stage 1 the AP. blinking green and off—booting stage 2 Determine what the alarm is by blinking green and white—discovering clicking Monitor >...
  • Page 58 The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. Fortinet Part Gain @ 2.4 GHz Gain @ 5.x GHz Description Number ANT-ABGN23O- Default Antenna. Dual band Omni directional dipole antenna ANT-6ABGN-24...
  • Page 59 Installing OAP433e This chapter describes how to physically install an OAP433e, which is supported on System Director Versions 6.0 SR2 and later. It contains the following sections: • “Package Contents” on page 49 • “Installation Requirements” on page 50 • “Assembling the Waterproof Ethernet Connector”...

  • Page 60: Power Requirements

    Figure 28: OAP433e Outdoor Access Point (top and bottom) • Installation Requirements In addition to the hardware supplied by Meru Networks, you need the following: • Antennas (sold separately) • RF coaxial cable to connect the antennas to the OAP433e •...

  • Page 61: Installing The Access Point

    Assembling the Waterproof Ethernet Connector The OAP433 ships with a separate Ethernet connector that must be disassembled in order to run a cable through it. Once tightened and connected to the AP itself, this connector will ensure a waterproof seal for the AP. To run an Ethernet cable through the waterproof connector: Unscrew the two main components of the connector.

  • Page 62: Radio Interference

    Figure 29: Sample Physical Layout External Antennas Indoor Outdoor RF Coaxial Cable LAN Switch (PoE) OAP433e Ethernet Cable Ground Wire Radio Position Planning Never construct a radio mast, pole, or tower near overhead power lines. In addition, local reg- ulations may limit or prevent construction of a high radio mast or tower. If your OAP433e link requires a high radio mast or tower, consult a professional contractor for advice.

  • Page 63: Ethernet Cabling

    Additional protection using lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors may also be employed in order to protect against lightning strikes on the antennas. Contact Fortinet Sales for more information regarding this equipment. • Rain - The OAP433e is weatherproofed against rain. Also, prolonged heavy rain has no significant effect on the radio signal.

  • Page 64: Mounting The Access Point

    OAP433e Grounding Holes Test Basic Link Operation Prior to deploying the AP, it is recommended that users connect it to an existing Fortinet deployment in order to ensure basic functionality. This can be done indoors in a controlled set- ting, prior to going through the trouble of mounting it externally. To do so, simply connect the AP to an existing controller and verify that the controller recognizes it.
  • Page 65 Figure 31: Square Mounting Bracket Attaches to Bottom of OAP433e The circular portion of the bracket should be facing to the side of the AP (the AP’s sides are the faces that do not have antennas or other attachments). This is to ensure that the AP is properly oriented when the bracket is fully assembled.
  • Page 66 Connect the Ethernet cable to the controller inside the building and verify that all antennas are securely connected. When fully deployed, the Fortinet logo on the top of the AP should be right-side up. This will ensure that the Ethernet cable is oriented downwards when the entire bracket is assembled. Make sure that the AP is properly oriented before tightening everything in place on the pole.
  • Page 67 Place the 'v' component against the wall at the desired location and mark the four holes (one at each corner of the bracket) on the wall. The bracket must be oriented such that the wider portions of the bracket are its top and bottom when placed against the wall.
  • Page 68 Figure 34: Square Mounting Bracket Attaches to Bottom of OAP433e The circular portion of the bracket should be facing to the side of the AP (the AP’s sides are the faces that do not have antennas or other attachments). This is to ensure that the AP is properly oriented when the bracket is fully assembled.
  • Page 69 OAP433e does not ship with any antenna by default. Since customers have different outdoor applications, we suggest that you choose from the various antenna options offered by Fortinet The OAP433e works both with antennas that attach directly to the unit and remote antennas.
  • Page 70 Figure 36: Antenna-Radio Mapping & Radio Setting Follow these steps to connect antennas: Remove the protective dust caps from the antenna connectors. Mount the external antenna on the same supporting structure as you did the OAP433e, within 3 m (10 ft.) of it, using the bracket supplied in the antenna package. Connect the antenna to the OAP433e's N-type connector (5G-1 and 2.4G-1) using the RF coaxial cable provided in the antenna box.
  • Page 71 Figure 37: Grounding Holes When not using antenna connectors on the OAP433e, keep the covers securely attached for weather protection. Once the AP is deployed, these unused connectors must be properly terminated. Equipment shall be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and when applicable, the National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE C2.
  • Page 72 The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. Fortinet Part Gain @ 2.4 GHz Gain @ 5.x GHz Description Number ANT-A08O-NM-1 8.0 (5150~5350 Omnidirectional antenna, MHz) 5150 - 5350 MHz (US,...
  • Page 73 Figure 38: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0606-O-N antenna in ETSI Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 74 Figure 39: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0606-O-N antennas in FCC/IC (A) Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 75 Figure 40: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0606-O-N antennas in FCC/IC (B) Installation with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N The following diagram show the installation with Installation with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna. See Figure 41 on page 66 Figure 42 on page Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 76 Figure 41: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in FCC/IC Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 77 Figure 42: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna-(A) Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 78 Figure 43: OAP433e deployment with ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna-(B) To deployment ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in MESH mode (point to point or point-to-multiple- points), user will need to decrease radio transmit power 0.3 dBm (TX) to meet regulatory requirements in 5 GHz band. To deployment ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT-N antenna in non-MESH mode (neither point to point nor point-to-multiple-points), user will need to decrease radio transmit power 1.0 dBm (TX) to meet regula- tory requirements in 5 GHz band.
  • Page 79 Figure 44: OAP433e deployment with ANT-A08O-NM-1 or 2 & BG08O-NM antenna in FCC/ Approved Antennas for OAP433e...
  • Page 80 Figure 45: OAP433e deployment with ANT-A080-NM-1 or 2 & BG-080-NM antenna in ETSI To deployment ANT-A080-NM-1 or 2 & ANT-BG080-NM in MESH mode (point to point or point-to-mul- tiple-points), user will need to decrease radio transmit power 0.6 dBm (TX) to meet regulatory require- ments in both 5 GHz band &...
  • Page 81 As well, check the AP chapter in the System Director Configuration Guide for instructions on configuring radio band, dual radio, and external antenna operation. Where to Go From Here...
  • Page 82 Where to Go From Here...
  • Page 83 Installing AP433i and AP433is This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP433i & 433is, which is supported on System Director Version 6.0-SR1 and later. It contains the following sections: • “Safety Precautions” on page 73 • “Package Contents” on page 73 •...
  • Page 84 Fortinet only supports two radios (radio 0 and 1). This is because three radios using an IEEE Std 802.3af switch/PoE injector may not have enough power to operate properly. When using an 802.af PoE, Fortinet supports single or dual radios utilizing up to 3 antennas each.
  • Page 85 The AP433i & 433is has a security cable slot so you can lock the AP433i & 433is with a stan- dard security cable, such as those used to secure laptop computers. Purchase optional mounting kits to mount the AP433i & 433is either from the ceiling or inside an enclosure: •...
  • Page 86 APs below a hanging ceiling (plenum is supported) or the wall near the ceiling provides the least obstructed communications path. On a wall, orient the AP433i horizon- tally so that you can read the Fortinet logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this ori- entation provides optimum MIMO performance.
  • Page 87 • “Mount AP433i and 433is Horizontally on a Shelf” on page 77 • “Mount AP433i and 433is Vertically on a Wall” on page 77 • “Mount AP433i and 433is Below a Suspended Ceiling” on page 81 • “” on page 83 Mount AP433i and 433is Horizontally on a Shelf When mounting an AP433i horizontally, no mounting bracket is required.
  • Page 88 Figure 47: AP433i and 433is Shell Clip Locations Press tabs on each corner to release. Press tabs on each corner to release. After unclipping the shell, it is a simple matter to lift it off of the main AP. See Figure 48 on page Installing AP433i and AP433is...
  • Page 89 Figure 48: Removing the AP433i and 433is Shell You are now ready to proceed with the wall mounting procedure. To mount an AP433i on a wall, use the provided mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 49 on page Figure 49: AP433i and 433is Wall Mounting Bracket Place the mounting bracket against the wall with the sliding lock mechanism facing upwards.
  • Page 90 80). Figure 50: AP433i and 433is Mounting Screw Holes Orient the AP433i horizontally so that you can read the Fortinet logo and the Console and network ports are pointed downwards - this orientation provides optimum MIMO perfor- mance. Align the mounting screws on the back of the AP433i with the corresponding holes on the mounting bracket.
  • Page 91 Figure 51: Locking the AP433i and 433is in Place Insert locking pin Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the switch and the other end to the AP433i Ethernet port. Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port.
  • Page 92 vided in the box) into the unlock hole on the side of the AP shown in Figure 52 on page 81 order to clip the AP in place. Figure 53: Mounting AP433i and 433is to a Suspended Ceiling Rail T-bar (in ceiling) To mount an AP433i below a suspended ceiling: Determine the location on the ceiling rail where the AP will be mounted and remove the...
  • Page 93 Figure 54: Ports for the AP433i Reset Console Ethernet RESET CONSOLE The AP433i is not plenum rated and as such should only be installed in non-plenum airspace. Any Ethernet cables installed in air-handling spaces 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 (Multi Purpose Plenum), or CMP (Communications Plenum).
  • Page 94 Figure 56: AP433i Mounted Above a Suspended Ceiling Face Down Mounting Bar Mounting Brace Clips attach to T-bar Brace your hand against the back of the main support bar and press the AP433i against the square bracket in a similar manner to that indicated in Figure 53 on page Twist until the AP433i clicks into place.
  • Page 95 Use a shielded Cat 5e (or greater) Ethernet cable in order to comply with international electromagnetic emissions limits. Check that the AP433i is operating correctly before replacing the ceiling tile. Verify correct operating using the LEDs, as shown in “Check AP433i and 433is LED Activity” page Check AP433i and 433is LED Activity When AP433i and 433is first connects to the controller (and any time the access point is...
  • Page 96 AP433i and 433is LED Descriptions Function Troubleshooting Power off—no power green—presence of power Status off—no power If the status LED is blinking red and yellow, there is an alarm on green—booting stage 1 the AP. blinking green and off—booting stage 2 Determine what the alarm is by blinking green and white—discovering clicking Monitor >...

  • Page 97: Regulatory Information

    Fortinet. and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply...
  • Page 98 EN 300 328 EN 301 893 Declaration of Conformity, Federal Communication Commission Manufacturer Information Fortinet 894 Ross Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, USA Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Regulatory Specifications...
  • Page 99 The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this fre- quency when using the integrated antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Fortinet could void the user's authority to operate this device. Declaration of Conformity, Federal Communication Commission...
  • Page 100 This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive. Manufacturer Information Fortinet 894 Ross Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, USA Declaration of Conformity The Class A digital portion of this apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003.
  • Page 101 These devices are not permitted to operate in the 5600 - 5650 MHz band (Ces appareils ne sont pas autorisés à opérer dans le 5600 - bande 5650 MHz.) For products available in the Canadian markets, only channels 1 through 11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not authorized.
  • Page 102 Directive 1999/5/EC This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive. Manufacturer Information Fortinet 894 Ross Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 USA Declaration of Conformity The following standards were applied: EMC-EN 301.489-1 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive; EN 301.489-17 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive...
  • Page 103 1999/5/EC has been followed. This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). Fortinet, hereby declares that this 433 SERIES AP models are in compliance with the essen- tial requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 104 Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...
  • Page 105 This device is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA Countries. General Information of RF Exposure International Guidelines This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 433 SERIES AP device includes radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recom- mended by international guidelines.
  • Page 106 The 433 SERIES AP include radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in FCC Part 1.1310. The guidelines are based on IEEE ANSI C 95.1 (92) and include a substan- tial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
  • Page 107 from the user, placing the antennas at a greater separation distance than recommended, or lowering the transmitter power output. TABLE 8: Industry Canada guideline for minimum safe distance in MPE exhibit Device Name Minimum safe distance in MPE exhibit AP433e 20 cm AP433i 40 cm...
  • Page 108 General Information of RF Exposure...

  • Page 109: Cautions And Warnings

    Cautions and Warnings The cautions and warnings that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi- ble for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cautions A Caution calls your attention to a possible hazard that can damage equipment.
  • Page 110 No obstante, los puntos de acceso de la serie access point de Fortinet. deben usarse de tal manera que se minimice la posibilidad de contacto para el usu- ario durante la operación normal. Para evitar la posibilidad de exceder los límites de exposición a radiofrecuencia establecidos por la, el usuario (o cualquier otra persona en torno) debe mantenerse a una distancia de al menos 20 cm respecto a las antenas del punto de acceso.
  • Page 111 "Achtung" weist auf eine mögliche Gefährdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod führen kön- nen. Sie finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch: Un avertissement attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de décès. Ci- dessous, vous trouverez les avertissements utilisés dans ce manuel. Una advertencia le llama la atención sobre cualquier posible peligro que pueda ocasionar daños personales o la muerte.
  • Page 112 Inside antennas must be positioned to observe minimum separation of 51 cm. (~ 20 in.) from all users and bystanders. For the protection of personnel working in the vicinity of inside (downlink) antennas, the following guidelines for minimum distances between the human body and the antenna must be observed.The installation of the indoor antenna must be such that, under normal conditions, all person- nel cannot come within 51 cm.
  • Page 113 Supported PoEs Supported Power Over Ethernet Devices for APs Description POE-AT-1AC Mid-Span High Power pre-802.3at PoE injector (1 Port, 110V/220V AC input). Ideal for AP300, AP300i, or AP1000; backward compatible with 802.3af, also works with AP150. POE-AT-12AC Mid-Span 802.3af+ High Power PoE injector (12 Port, 110V/220V AC input), 19"...
  • Page 114 Supported Power Over Ethernet Devices for APs...
  • Page 115 Maximum EIRP The transmit EIRP is the sum of the conductive transmit power, IEEE Std 802.11n multiple stream effect, and the antenna gain. By default, Fortinet 433 SERIES AP EIRP is set lower than the regulatory limit with the default antenna.
  • Page 116 RF issues, including RF coverage, shall be the responsibility of the DAS vendor. Fortinet recommends that customers use only a DAS that has been tested to work with Forti- net hardware and software. Fortinet does not provide any site surveys, design or imple- menta- tion of Wi-Fi over DAS.
  • Page 117 To ensure compliance with local regulations, be sure to set your Access Point to the country in which you are using the Access Point. Restriction of Hazardous Substances European Community This device complies the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) for its restric- tion of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment for European Union.
  • Page 118 Underwriters Laboratories...

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