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  • Page 1 Installation and Getting Started Guide ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Power over Ethernet Devices www.procurve.com...
  • Page 3 ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Installation and Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 4 AP 530 Program of this material. GNU GPL Source Code The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in Attn: ProCurve Networking Support the express warranty statements accompanying such products and MS: 5551 services.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Top of the Access Point ........1-3 LEDs .
  • Page 6 6. (Optional) Connect External Antennas to the Access Point ..2-13 7. (Optional) Connect a Console to the Access Point 530 ..2-14 Terminal Configuration ........2-14 Direct Console Access .
  • Page 7 Downloading New Access Point Software ..... . 5-11 HP Customer Support Services ....... . 5-11 Before Calling Support .
  • Page 8 Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs ..... . . B-2 Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connections ....B-3 Cable Diagram .
  • Page 9: Introducing The Procurve Wireless Access Point

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 The ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 is an enterprise-class, dual-radio 802.11b/g and 802.11a/b/g access point that offers maximum flexibility in deployment and optimum throughput for high-density usage areas. The access point provides comprehensive security and management features and is capable of supporting all types of wireless stations in the same coverage area.
  • Page 10 Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 This access point is designed to be used primarily for connecting wireless stations to an enterprise network. This access point allows wireless stations to connect directly to each other, or to connect to other computers or network resources located on the wired network.
  • Page 11: Top Of The Access Point

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Top of the Access Point Top of the Access Point ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Back Panel Covers Indicator Panel Wireless LED Ethernet LED Power LED...
  • Page 12: Leds

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Top of the Access Point LEDs Table 1-1. Access Point LEDs Access Point State Meaning LEDs Power The access point is receiving power. (green) The access point is NOT receiving power. The RJ-45 port has no network cable connected, or is not receiving a link signal.
  • Page 13: Back Of The Access Point

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Back of the Access Point Back of the Access Point ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Lock Auxiliary port and LED (on side panel) External Antenna Console port connectors Reset and Clear buttons DC power connector...
  • Page 14: Console Port

    VT-100 terminal emulator, or a VT-100 terminal. Network Port The access point includes one 10/100Base-TX port. This port uses the “HP Auto MDIX” feature, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect the access point to a switch or workstation.
  • Page 15: Reset Button

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Back of the Access Point The access point may also receive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from a switch or other network device that supplies power over the network cable based on the IEEE 802.3af standard.
  • Page 16: Clear Button

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Back of the Access Point Clear Button This button is used for these purposes: Deleting the Password - When pressed by itself for at least one second, ■ the button resets the Manager password to the factory default setting for all of the access point’s interfaces.
  • Page 17: Access Point Features

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Access Point Features Access Point Features The wireless features of the Access Point 530 include: ■ dual-radio design with IEEE 802.11b/g and IEEE 802.11a/b/g radios ■ supports up to 16 Service Set IDentifier (SSID) interfaces independent security and VLAN settings per SSID interface ■...
  • Page 18: Getting Documentation From The Web

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Access Point Features ■ one 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 port supports Power over Ethernet based on the IEEE 802.3af standard ■ ■ full-duplex operation for the 10/100 RJ-45 port ■ easy management of the access point through several available interfaces: •...
  • Page 19: Installing The Access Point 530

    This chapter shows you how to install your Access Point 530. Included Parts The Access Point 530 has the following components shipped with it: ■ ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 Installation and Getting Started Guide (5992-5444), this manual Customer Support/Warranty booklet ■...
  • Page 20: Installation Procedures

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Summary Follow these easy steps to install your access point. The rest of this chapter provides details on these steps. Prepare the installation site (page 2-4). Make sure that the physical environment into which you will be installing the access point is properly prepared, including having the correct network cabling ready to connect to the access point and having an appropriate location for the access...
  • Page 21: Installation Precautions

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Installation Precautions: Follow these precautions when installing your Access Point 530: C a u t i o n s ■ The Access Point 530 requires the user to select the appropriate Country Code during the initial set up. Once the country code has been set, the access point will automatically limit the available channels, ensuring compliant operation in the selected country.
  • Page 22: Prepare The Installation Site

    10/100Base-TX port on the access point initially with category 5 cable. The 10/100-Base-TX port on the Access Point 530 uses the “HP Auto MDIX” feature, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect the access point to a switch or workstation.
  • Page 23: Verify The Access Point Completes Initialization

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures 2. Verify the Access Point Completes Initialization Before mounting the access point in its network location, you should first verify that it is working properly by plugging it into a power source, or connecting it to a switch that provides Power over Ethernet, and verifying that it completes its system initialization.
  • Page 24: Led Behavior

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Check the LEDs on the access point as described below. Power LED Wireless LEDs Ethernet LED When the access point is powered on, it performs its system initialization. The system initialization takes between 30 seconds and one minute to complete.
  • Page 25: Mount The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures 3. Mount the Access Point After you have verified that the access point completes its system initializa- tion, you are ready to mount the access point in a stable location. The Access Point 530 can be mounted in these ways: ■...
  • Page 26 Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Look for the “THIS SIDE UP” Mounting the Bracket on a Wall marking in this area 5/8-inch wood screws...
  • Page 27: Standard Electrical Box Mounting

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Sliding the Access Point onto the Bracket Mounting points Mounting slots Standard Electrical Box Mounting You can mount the access point on a standard electric receptacle box as shown in the illustration on the next page. Position the mounting bracket on the electrical box with the two center holes positioned over the screw holes on the box.
  • Page 28: Suspended Ceiling Mounting

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Look for the “THIS SIDE UP” Mounting the Bracket on a Standard Electrical Box marking in this area Route cable through this groove 6-32 machine screws Suspended Ceiling Mounting You can mount the access point on a suspended ceiling T-rail as shown in the illustrations on the next page.
  • Page 29 Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Mounting the Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling T-Rail 2. Turn access point until clips secure T-rail 1. Push T-rail onto bracket clips One side of T-rail held under tab, the other side help by clip 2-11...
  • Page 30: Horizontal Surface Mounting

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Horizontal Surface Mounting Place the access point on a table or other horizontal surface. The access point accessory kit provides rubber feet that can be used to help keep the access point from sliding on the surface. Attach the rubber feet to the four corners on the bottom of the access point within the embossed circles.
  • Page 31: Connect The Network Cable

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures 5. Connect the Network Cable Connect the network cable, described under “Cabling Infrastructure” (page 2-4), from the network device or your patch panel to the RJ-45 port on the access point. Using the RJ-45 Connectors To connect: Push the RJ-45 plug into the RJ-45 port until the tab on the plug clicks...
  • Page 32: Optional) Connect A Console To The Access Point 530

    Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures 7. (Optional) Connect a Console to the Access Point 530 The Access Point 530 has a full-featured, easy to use console interface for performing access point management tasks, including the following: modify the access point’s configuration to optimize access point perfor- ■...
  • Page 33: Direct Console Access

    The Console cable is PC running a terminal described below. A null- emulator program, or modem cable or an HP a VT-100 terminal serial cable, part number 5184-1894 (shipped with many ProCurve Networking switches), may be used.
  • Page 34 Installing the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Note: As indicated in the following table, some of the wires should not be connected. If you do connect the wires that are labeled “Reserved”, you might get unexpected results with some terminals. Serial interface signal directions DB-9 (DTE) DB-9 (DTE)
  • Page 35: Sample Network Topologies

    Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Sample Network Topologies This section shows you a few sample network topologies in which the Access Point 530 is implemented. The access point is designed to be deployed in an integrated configuration with wired Ethernet LANs, providing network access to wireless stations in the wireless coverage area.
  • Page 36: Infrastructure Wireless Lan

    Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Infrastructure Wireless LAN The Access Point 530 is designed to provide access to a wired LAN for wireless stations. An integrated wired and wireless LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PC users and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN.
  • Page 37: Infrastructure Wireless Lan With Roaming

    Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Infrastructure Wireless LAN with Roaming The Basic Service Set (BSS) defines the communications domain for each access point and its associated wireless stations. The BSS ID is a 48-bit binary number based on the access point’s wireless MAC address, and is set automat- ically and transparently as stations associate with the access point.
  • Page 38 Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Seamless Roaming for Wireless Stations File Server Desktop PC Switch Wireless Station Switch Wireless Station Access Point 530 Access Point 530 <BSS2> <ESS> <BSS1> Wireless Station 2-20...
  • Page 39: Wireless Distribution System (Wds) Bridge

    Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Bridge The IEEE 802.11 standard defines a WIreless Distribution System (WDS) for bridge connections between access points (BSS areas). The access point radios can be configured to use WDS to forward traffic over secure links between Access Point 530 units.
  • Page 40 Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies WDS Wireless Bridge Links Between Access Points Wired LAN in Building 1 AP530 Wired LAN in Building 2 WDS Bridge Link Wireless Stations AP530 Wireless Stations 2-22...
  • Page 41: Wireless Distribution System (Wds) Repeater

    Installing the Access Point 530 Sample Network Topologies Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Repeater The Access Point 530 can also operate as a WDS bridge “repeater” to extend the range of links to other access points or wireless stations. The access point can support up to six WDS repeater links.
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  • Page 43: Getting Started With Access Point Configuration

    530 NA (J8986A) is preset to “US” and can only be changed from “US” to the codes for either Canada, Mexico or Taiwan. The ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 WW (J8987A) has no preset country code and must be configured before you can enable radio communications for the access point.
  • Page 44: Using The Command Line Interface

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration has been configured on the access point, these features can be accessed more conveniently through a remote Telnet or Secure Shell (SSH) session, or through the access point’s Web browser interface. For more information on IP addressing, refer to “Configuring IP Settings” in the Management and Configuration Guide.
  • Page 45: To Set The Access Point's Ip Address

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Type password manager password to create a password for the Manager, where password can consist of between 1 and 32 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive. ProCurve Access Point 530(config)#password manager 1AB2F ProCurve Access Point 530(config)# To Set the Access Point’s IP Address By default, the access point is configured to automatically receive IP addressing from a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server.
  • Page 46: To Set The Access Point's Country Code

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration To Set the Access Point’s Country Code The ProCurve Wireless Access Point 530 NA (J8986A) is preset with a country code of “US,” allowing the use of radio channels 1 - 11 for 802.11b/g operation and radio channels 36 - 64 and 149 - 161 for 802.11a operation, as supported...
  • Page 47: To Configure Radio Settings

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Select the two-character code for your country (refer to the Management and Configuration Guide for a full list of codes), then enter the country command followed by your country code; for example, gb for Great Britain. ProCurve Access Point 530(config)#country gb ProCurve Access Point 530(config)#write mem ProCurve Access Point 530(config)#...
  • Page 48 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration From any command level, type the show radio command followed by the radio number to display the radio’s configuration, including the radio mode, radio channel, and operation status. The following illustration shows the default settings. ProCurve Access Point 530# show radio 1 Description Radio 1 - 802.11g...
  • Page 49 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration To enable radio 1 for the access point, type exit to return to the configu- ration mode for radio 1, then type enable to enable the radio. ProCurve Access Point 530(radio1-wlan1)# exit ProCurve Access Point 530(radio1)# enable ProCurve Access Point 530(radio1)# To configure the access point’s radio 2 interface, type radio 2 and repeat steps 1 to 4.
  • Page 50 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Here is some information on the basic IP address and wireless configuration parameters. For more information on these parameters, see the Management and Configuration Guide. Parameter Default Username admin The name of the manager. Password admin The password for the manager.
  • Page 51: Where To Go From Here

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Where to Go From Here The above procedure, using the CLI, configured your access point with a Manager password, IP address, and subnet mask. As a result, with the proper network connections, you can now manage the access point from a PC equipped with Telnet or a Secure Shell client, or a Web browser interface.
  • Page 52: Using The Ip Address For Remote Access Point Management

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management With your Access Point 530, you can use the access point’s IP address to manage the access point from any PC that is on the same subnet as the access point.
  • Page 53: Starting An Ssh Session

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management Starting an SSH Session To access the console through an SSH session, SSH v2.0 client software must be installed on the management station PC. Note that after boot up, the access point’s SSH server needs about two minutes to generate host encryption keys.
  • Page 54 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management The administration Web browser must have JavaScript enabled to support the interactive features of the administration interface. It must also support HTTP uploads to use the firmware upgrade feature. A typical Web browser interface screen is shown in the next illustration.
  • Page 55: Using An External Antenna With The Access Point

    Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 The Access Point 530 provides a variety of external antenna options for extending the radio range and shaping the coverage area. These antennas offer a number of different mounting locations, including indoor or outdoor, wall, ceiling, or radio mast.
  • Page 56: External Antenna Options

    Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 External Antenna Options External Antenna Options The Access Point 530 external antenna options are outlined in the following table: Table 4-1. Summary of External Antennas to Use With the Access Point 530 Antenna Type Part Number Mounting...
  • Page 57: Installation Procedures

    Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Follow these steps to install an external antenna and connect it to the Access Point 530. C a u t i o n Never mount the access point outdoors to be near an external antenna. The access point must always be installed indoors.
  • Page 58: Mount The Antenna

    Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures • For optimum coverage, mount the antenna at the center of the area with a line-of-sight path to all points within the area. • Avoid mounting next to or near building support columns or other obstructions that may cause reduced signal or null zones in parts of the coverage area.
  • Page 59 Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Note that diversity antennas have two pigtail cables. A diversity antenna includes two internal antenna elements that are identical. Both antenna pigtail cables must be connected to the access point for correct operation. Other non-diversity antennas, which have only one pigtail cable, attach to the access point’s “Primary”...
  • Page 60: Configure The Antenna Mode And Type

    Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures 4. Configure the Antenna Mode and Type Using the Web browser interface, CLI, or SNMP, you must configure the Access Point 530 to use an external antenna. For more information on access point configuration, see the Management and Configuration Guide.
  • Page 61 Using an External Antenna with the Access Point 530 Installation Procedures Antenna Mode selection; Antenna Type selection; Diversity or Single. Internal or External.
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  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    (page 5-9) ■ downloading new software to the Access Point 530 (page 5-11) HP Customer Support Services (page 5-11) ■ Basic Troubleshooting Tips Most problems are caused by the following situations. Check for these items first when starting your troubleshooting: Connecting to devices that have a fixed full-duplex configuration.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting Tips Because the Access Point 530 behaves in this way (in compliance with the IEEE 802.3-2005 standard), if a device connected to the access point has a fixed configuration at full duplex, the device will not connect correctly to the access point.
  • Page 65: Diagnosing With The Leds

    Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Diagnosing with the LEDs Table 5-1 shows LED patterns on the access point that indicate problem conditions. Check in the table for the LED pattern that you see on your access point. Refer to the corresponding diagnostic tip on the next few pages. Table 5-1.
  • Page 66 If the power source and power cord are OK and this condition persists, the access point’s AC power adapter may have failed. Call your HP-authorized network reseller, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/ Warranty booklet for more information.
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Problem Solution Try the following procedures: 10/100Base-TX • Verify that both ends of the cabling, at the access point and the connected device, are network connected properly. connection is not • Verify the connected device and access point are both powered on and operating working correctly.
  • Page 68: Proactive Networking

    Troubleshooting Proactive Networking Proactive Networking The following interfaces provide tests, indicators, and an event log that can be used to monitor the access point and its network connections and to help you troubleshoot: ■ A graphical Web browser interface that you can use to manage your access point from a PC running a supported Web browser, for example Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  • Page 69: Hardware Diagnostic Tests

    Troubleshooting Hardware Diagnostic Tests Hardware Diagnostic Tests Testing the Access Point by Resetting It If you believe that the access point is not operating correctly, you can reset the access point. To reset the access point, either ■ Unplug and plug in the power cord (power-cycling). Press the Reset button on the back of the access point for about two ■...
  • Page 70: Testing Twisted-Pair Cabling

    Troubleshooting Hardware Diagnostic Tests Then, when you reset the access point, note the messages that are displayed. Additionally, you can check the access point’s event log, which can be accessed from the Web browser or a Syslog server. Testing Twisted-Pair Cabling Network cables that fail to provide a link or provide an unreliable link between the access point and the connected network device may not be compatible with the IEEE 802.3 Type 10Base-T, or 100Base-TX standards.
  • Page 71: Restoring Custom And Factory Default Configurations

    Troubleshooting Restoring Custom and Factory Default Configurations Restoring Custom and Factory Default Configurations As part of your troubleshooting process on the Access Point 530, it may become necessary to return the access point’s configuration to custom or factory default settings. This process momentarily interrupts the access point’s operation, clears the console event log, resets the network counters to zero, and reboots the access point.
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Restoring Custom and Factory Default Configurations While the LEDs are still flashing, release the clear button. The configura- tion sets to the custom default settings and the AP is rebooted. To restore a custom default configuration using the console, execute the erase startup-config command from the console command prompt.
  • Page 73: Downloading New Access Point Software

    Additionally, your HP-authorized network reseller can provide you with assis- tance, both with services that they offer and with services offered by HP. Before Calling Support To make the support process most efficient, before calling your networking...
  • Page 75: Physical

    Specifications Physical Width: 24.9 cm (9.8 in.) Depth: 17.3 cm (6.8 in.) Height: 2.3 cm (0.9 in.) Weight: 0.73 kg (1.6 lb) Electrical Adapter AC voltage: 100-240 volts, 0.4A, 50/60 Hz DC voltage: 48 volts, 0.26A (max) Power consumption: 12.5 watts (max) Note: Power can also be provided to the access point through the Ethernet port based on IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) specifications.
  • Page 76: Environmental

    Specifications Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature: 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) PoE mode -40° C to 70° C (-40° F to 158° F) 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) w/adapter Relative humidity: 5% to 95% 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
  • Page 77: Radio Signal Certification

    Specifications Radio Signal Certification Complies with: FCC Part 15, Subpart C and E ■ ■ RSS-210 (Canada), Issue 6 (September 2005) EN 300.328 V1.6.1 (2004-07) ■ ■ EN 301.893 V1.2.3 (2003-08) ■ ARIB RCR STD-T66 (Ch 1~13), STD-33 (Ch 14), STD-71 (802.11a) DGT LP0002 (Taiwan) ■...
  • Page 78 Specifications 802.11a Radio Standard: IEEE 802.11a Radio Technology: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Data Rate: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel Operating Frequency: 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz (lower band) US, Canada, Japan, ETSI 5.25 ~ 5.35 GHz (middle band) US, Canada, ETSI 5.725 ~ 5.825 GHz (upper band) US, Canada 5.50 ~ 5.70 GHz ETSI Maximum Channels:...
  • Page 79: Receiver Sensitivity

    Specifications Receiver Sensitivity Radio ProCurve AP530 NA (J8986A) ProCurve AP530 WW (J8987A) 802.11b 11Mbps @ -87dBm; 5.5Mbps @ -91dBm; 11Mbps @ -87dBm; 5.5Mbps @ -89dBm; (typical) 2Mbps @ -92dBm; 1Mbps @ -97dBm 2Mbps @ -91dBm; 1Mbps @ -94dBm 802.11g 54Mbps @ -74dBm; 48Mbps @ -75dBm; 54Mbps @ -75dBm;...
  • Page 81: B Access Point Port And Network Cables

    N o t e Incorrectly wired cabling is the most common cause of problems for LAN communications. HP recommends that you work with a qualified LAN cable installer for assistance with your cabling requirements. Access Point Ports The fixed RJ-45 10/100Base-TX port on the access point accepts 100-ohm unshielded twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors as described on the next page.
  • Page 82: Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs

    Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs The access point includes one 10/100Base-TX port. This port uses the “HP Auto MDIX” feature, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect the access point to a switch.
  • Page 83: Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable For 10 Mbps Or 100 Mbps Network Connections

    Access Point Port and Network Cables Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connections Because the 10/100 port on the access point supports Auto-MDIX operation, you can use either “straight-through” or “crossover” cable for network connec- tions to PCs, servers, hubs, or switches.
  • Page 84: Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable For 10 Mbps Or 100 Mbps Network Connection

    Access Point Port and Network Cables Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connection Because the 10/100 port on the access point supports Auto-MDIX operation, you can use either “straight-through” or “crossover” cable for network connec- tions to PCs, servers, hubs, or switches.
  • Page 85: C Safety And Emc Regulatory Statements

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product. WARNING A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can cause injury or death.
  • Page 86: Informations Concernant La Sécurité

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Informations concernant la sécurité ■ This product and all interconnected equipment must be installed indoors within the same building, including all associated LAN connections as described by Environment A of the IEEE 802.3af standard. Servicing There are no user-serviceable parts inside this product.
  • Page 87: Hinweise Zur Sicherheit

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Pour les connexions LAN : Si votre réseau local s'étend sur une zone desservie par plus d'un système ■ de distribution de puissance, assurez-vous que les prises de terre de sécurité sont convenablement interconnectées. ■...
  • Page 88 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Klasse I: Es muss eine ununterbrochene Sicherheitserdung von der Haupt- stromquelle bis zum Stromversorgungskabel des Produkts oder dem mitge- lieferten Stromversorgungskabel vorhanden sein. Wenn es wahrscheinlich ist, dass der Schutz nicht mehr besteht, trennen Sie das Stromkabel, bis die Erdung wiederhergestellt wurde.
  • Page 89: Considerazioni Sulla Sicurezza

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Simbolo di riferimento alla documentazione. Se il prodotto è contrassegnato da questo simbolo, fare riferimento alla documentazione sul prodotto per ulteriori informazioni su di esso. WARNING La dicitura WARNING denota un pericolo che può causare lesioni o morte.
  • Page 90: Consideraciones Sobre Seguridad

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad Manutenzione Nessun componente di questo prodotto può essere riparato dall'utente. Qual- siasi lavoro di riparazione, messa a punto, manutenzione o assistenza va effettuato esclusivamente da personale specializzato. Questo apparato non possiede un commutatore principale; si mette scotto tensione all'inserirsi il cavo d'alimentazione.
  • Page 91 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad Para conexiones LAN: Si la LAN abarca un área cuyo suministro eléctrico proviene de más de una ■ red de distribución de electricidad, cerciorarse de que las puestas a tierra estén conectadas entre sí de modo seguro. ■...
  • Page 92: Safety Information (Japan

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (Japan) Safety Information (Japan)
  • Page 93: Safety Information (Korea

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (Korea) Safety Information (Korea)
  • Page 94: Safety Information (China

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (China) Safety Information (China) C-10...
  • Page 95: Emc Regulatory Statements

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Notice for U.S.A. Manufacturer’s FCC Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested to Comply with FCC Standards Product No: J8986A Regulatory Model No: RSVLC-0501 Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304-1185 USA Phone: 650-857-1501 For questions regarding this declaration, contact the Product Regulations...
  • Page 96: Regulatory Model Identification Number

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to the device that are not expressly approved by the Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If this device is going to be operated in the 5.15 ~ 5.25 GHz frequency range, then it is restricted to an indoor environment only.
  • Page 97: Notice For European Community

    European standards (European Norms) that are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity that has been issued by HP for this device. Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use This device may be used in the following EU and EFTA countries: Austria,...
  • Page 98 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements ■ In France, this device may use the entire 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band (Channels 1 through 13) for indoor applications. For outdoor use, only the 2400 - 2454 MHz frequency band (Channels 1 through 9) may be used. For the latest requirements, see http://www.art-telecom.fr.
  • Page 99 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the European Community The user/installer must use the provided configuration utility to check the current channel of operation and make necessary configuration changes to ensure operation occurs in conformance with European National spectrum usage laws as described below and elsewhere in this document.
  • Page 100: Supported Antennas

    Consider placing the lightning arrestor immediately before the antenna cable enters the building. ProCurve Networking offers a lightning arrestor as an accessory; it is orderable under HP product number J8996A. All ProCurve Networking devices are designed to be compliant with the ■...
  • Page 101: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer's Address: 8000 Foothills Blvd. Roseville, CA 95747-5502 U.S.A. declares, that the product Product Name: HP Procurve Wireless Access Point 530 Product Number(s): J8986A, J8987A Regulatory Model: RSVLC-0501 Product Options: J8441A, J8444A, J8448A, J8997A, J8998A, J8999A, J9000A...
  • Page 102: Notice For Japan

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Notice for Japan Notice for Taiwan DGT LPD (Low Power Device) Statement: C-18...
  • Page 103: Notice For Korea

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Licenses Notice for Korea Licenses Grounding This product is a safety class I compliant product and has a protective earthing terminal. There must be an uninterruptible safety earth ground from the main power source to the product's power cord or supplied power cord set. Whenever it is likely that the protection has been impaired, disconnect the power cord until the ground has been restored.
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  • Page 105: D Recycle Statements

    Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste.
  • Page 106 Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Laitteiden hävittäminen kotitalouksissa Euroopan unionin alueella Jos tuotteessa tai sen pakkauksessa on tämä merkki, tuotetta ei saa hävittää kotitalousjätteiden mukana. Tällöin hävitettävä laite on toimitettava sähkölaitteiden ja elektronisten laitteiden kierrätyspisteeseen. Hävitettävien laitteiden erillinen käsittely ja kierrätys auttavat säästämään luonnonvaroja ja varmista- maan, että...
  • Page 107 Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Smaltimento delle apparecchiature da parte di privati nel territorio dell'Unione Europea Questo simbolo presente sul prodotto o sulla sua confezione indica che il prodotto non può essere smaltito insieme ai rifiuti domestici. È responsabilità dell'utente smaltire le apparecchiature consegnan- dole presso un punto di raccolta designato al riciclo e allo smaltimento di apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche.
  • Page 108 Para obter mais informações sobre locais que reciclam esse tipo de material, entre em contato com o escritório da HP em sua cidade, com o serviço de coleta de lixo ou com a loja em que o produto foi adquirido.
  • Page 109 Index Numerics 10/100Base-TX back of access point connections, length limitations … 2-4 10/100Base-TX port … 1-5 ports, cables used with … 2-4 Auxiliary port … 1-8 10/100Base-TX port Clear button … 1-8 location on access point … 1-5 console port … 1-6 description …...
  • Page 110 cabling infrastructure … 2-4 diagnostic tests … 5-7 Clear button checking the console messages … 5-7 description … 1-8 checking the LEDs … 5-7 location on access point … 1-8 end-to-end connectivity … 5-8 to delete password protection … 3-9 testing the access point only …...
  • Page 111 LAN LED … 1-4 open source software acknowledgement … 1-ii behaviors … 1-4 out-of-band console access … 3-10 LEDs behavior during system initialization … 2-6 checking during troubleshooting … 5-7 parts, included with the access point … 2-1 descriptions of … 1-4 passwords error indications …...
  • Page 112 resetting the access point topologies factory default reset … 5-9 effects of improper topology … 5-2 location of Reset button … 1-7 samples of … 2-17 troubleshooting procedure … 5-7 troubleshooting … 5-1 basic tips … 5-1 checking the console messages … 5-7 checking the LEDs …...
  • Page 114 Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under the copyright laws. October 2008 Manual Part Number 5992-5444...

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