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Fortinet OAP832e
Installation Guide
882-70013
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  • Page 1 Fortinet. For absolute clarity, any such warranty will be limited to performance in the same ideal conditions as in Fortinet's internal lab tests. In no event does Fortinet make any commitment related to future deliverables, features or development, and circumstances may change such that any forward-looking statements herein are not accurate.
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  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About OAP832e ........1 IEEE Std 802.11ac in OAP832e .
  • Page 22 Where to Go From Here ....... 16 OAP832e Antennas....... 17 Antenna Physical Ports .
  • Page 23 FCC Guidelines ..........30 Industry Canada Guidelines .
  • Page 24 Table of Contents...
  • Page 25: About Oap832E

    MCS9/QAM-256 mode. IEEE Std 802.11ac in OAP832e The OAP832e series is capable of operating in the IEEE Std 802.11ac mode, which is capable for theoretical throughput rates up to 1.3 Gbps per radio. IEEE Std 802.11ac is applied only on the 5 GHz band, and its higher throughput levels require the use of 80 MHz wide channels.
  • Page 26: Installation Location

    With backward compatibility, OAP832e’s Radio 2 supports either IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11a/n clients. Installation Location OAP832e supports wall and pole mounts. OAP832e should be mounted in a location that meets the following conditions: • Unobstructed access to stations - - relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves.
  • Page 27: Power Output, Poe (Power Over Ethernet) Pse

    Power Output, PoE (Power over Ethernet) PSE • Supports PoE PSE Out up to 15.4W. • Complies with IEEE802.3-2012 Clause 33.2 Power Sourcing Equipment and Clause 33.4 applicable to PSE and Annex 33A.1. Power Requirements...
  • Page 28 Power Requirements...
  • Page 29: Installing Oap832E

    Power Requirements The OAP832e does not ship with a power adapter, and as such, must be powered by a PoE device. In order to ensure that both radios on the AP are active, it must be plugged into an 802.3at power source.
  • Page 30: Installing The Access Point

    Now that the Ethernet cable connection has been fully assembled, the AP is ready to be deployed. Installing the Access Point Selecting a Location When you plan the OAP832e physical configuration, include the elements shown in Figure 1 page 7 Installing the Access Point...
  • Page 31: 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 OAP832e link requires a high radio mast or tower, consult a professional contractor for advice. Once the required antenna height has been determined, other factors affecting the precise position of the OAP832e must be considered.
  • Page 32: Ethernet Cabling

    149F. Operating in temperatures outside of this range may cause the unit to fail. • Wind Velocity - The OAP832e can survive in winds up to 165 mph. You must consider the known maximum wind velocity and direction at the site and be sure that any supporting structure, such as a pole, mast, or tower, is built to withstand this force.
  • Page 33: Test Basic Link Operation

    1.3” to 16” diameter round pole or 1.3” to 16” wide square pole • Wall This chapter provides all the information that users need to install Meru OAP832e. After user completing installation procedure, see the Meru System Director Configuration guide for detailed instructions on the various configuration options.
  • Page 34: Before You Begin

    Package Contents The OAP832e shipping package should contain the following. Power Options A power source is needed to power the OAP832e. The OAP832e requires either IEEE Std 802.3at or 4-pair IEEE Std 802.3at compatible external Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) switch or PoE injector.
  • Page 35: Mounting Oap832E On A Pole

    Mounting OAP832e on a Pole OAP832e can be pole mounted horizontally or vertically. Vertical Mounting Horizontal Mounting Place the lock and fat washer on the cap screws and drive the screws to attach the mounting base to the back of the Access Point.
  • Page 36 For smaller poles, thread the open end of the pole strap through the tab on the bottom of bracket. Mounting OAP832e on a Pole...
  • Page 37 The figures below show OAP832e mounted on smaller poles. The figures below show OAP832e mounted on larger poles. Mounting OAP832e on a Pole...
  • Page 38: Mounting Oap832E On A Wall

    Mounting OAP832e on a Wall Determine where the AP is to be placed and mark location on the surface for the four mounting holes. You may adjust the position with a level. Use the appropriate drill bit to drill four 8mm diagram and 37mm depth holes in the markings and hammer the bolts into the openings.
  • Page 39: Check Oap832E Led Activity

    LEDs are green as in Figure 3 on page Figure 3: OAP832e Status LEDs After the OAP832e is connected, check the status of the LEDs. The functions of the LEDs are described below. TABLE 1: LED Descriptions COLOR DESCRIPTION TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 40: Change Led Appearance

    Click OK. Where to Go From Here Now that the OAP832e is installed, refer to the Meru System Director Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the hardware. Return to this chapter to check the status of the LEDs once the WLAN is operational.
  • Page 41: Oap832E Antennas

    OAP832e Antennas Antenna Physical Ports...
  • Page 42: Attaching Antennas

    OAP832e must all be of the same model. http://www.merunetworks.com/ merusupport. Antennas attached to a specific radio in OAP832e must all be of the same model. In case of replacement, user must replace all the antennas. Only approved antennas may be used in conjunction with OAP832e access points.
  • Page 43: Approved Antennas

    Approved Antennas Specification of optional external antenna (sold separately). TABLE 3: Approved External Antennas Model Number Description ANT-06ABGN-0606-O 2.4/5.x GHz 6/6 dBi omni-directional wall/pole mount antenna, with 36-inch external coaxial cables and 6x RM-SMA male con- nector. ANT-06ABGN-0607-PT 2.4/5.x GHz 6/7 dBi directional patch antenna, with 36-inch exter- nal coaxial cables and 6x RM-SMA male connector.
  • Page 45: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information The Meru Access Point (APs) must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manu- facturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. For country-specific approvals, see below. Meru Networks, Inc. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of APs, or the substitu- tion or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Meru Net- works, Inc.
  • Page 46: Regulatory Specifications

    Regulatory Specifications TABLE 4: Regulatory Specifications Category Items Safety • UL 60950-1 • CSA C22.2 • EN 60950-1 • IEC 60950-1 Unintentional Radiation Compliance • FCC Part 15.107 - 47CFR15.107 • FCC Part 15.109 - 47CFR15.109 B • ICES-003 Class B •...
  • Page 47: Declaration Of Conformity

    Device Name FCC ID Number OAP832e RE7-OPA832E This product is FCC marked according to the provisions of FCC Part 15. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 48: Declaration Of Conformity, Industry Canada

    Declaration of Conformity, Industry Canada This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive. Manufacturer Information Meru Networks, Inc 894 Ross drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 Declaration of Conformity The Class B digital portion of this apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003. These devices comply with RSS210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 49 • 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 50: Declaration Of Conformity, R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec

    Device Name Industry Canada ID Number (Nom de l'appareil) (Industrie Canada Numéro d'identification) OAP832e 6749A-OAP832E Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive.
  • Page 51 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 • Health & Safety-EN60950-1 • Radio-EN 300 328 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive; EN 301.893 Article 3.1 (b) of R&TTE Directive Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...
  • Page 52 • The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed. Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...
  • Page 53: Vcci Statement

    International Guidelines This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves. The OAP832e device includes radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by an independent scientific orga- nization (ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
  • Page 54: Fcc Guidelines

    FCC Guidelines This device meets FCC guidelines for exposure to radio waves. The OAP832e includes 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.
  • Page 55: Industry Canada Guidelines

    Industry Canada Guidelines This device meets Industry Canada guidelines for exposure to radio waves. The OAP832e includes radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6.
  • Page 56 General Information of RF Exposure...
  • Page 57: Additional Notes

    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, Meru OAP832e EIRP is set lower than the regulatory limit with the default antenna. Manufacturing Information The OAP832e models are built in Taiwan.
  • Page 58: Air Handling Space Requirements

    Electric Code® (2008 edition, pages 70-135 and 70-136), the unit should only be powered by the Ethernet port (PoE), not by the AC-powered power supply. Only OAP832e with plastic facade removed can be applied in air-handling space. When the product is installed in air-handling spaces, the cables employed should be suitable under NEC Articles 300.22 and 725 and marked accordingly, for use in plenum and air-han-...
  • Page 59: China

    China This device complies Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products or China RoHS. OAP832e may contain hazardous substances and they are marked.. Restriction of Hazardous Substances...
  • Page 60 Restriction of Hazardous Substances...
  • Page 61: 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 62 The radiated output power of the access points is well below the radio frequency exposure limits. How- ever, the Meru Access Point should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the radio frequency expo- sure limits, you should keep a distance of at least 20 cm between you (or any other person in the vicin- ity) and the Access Point antennas.
  • Page 63: Warnings

    Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
  • Page 64 With plastic covers removed, this product is suitable for use in environmental air-handling 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. Part 1. C22. 1. For other countries, consult local authori- ties for regulations.
  • Page 65 Indoor antennas must be positioned to observe minimum separation of 20 cm. (~ 8 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.
  • Page 66 Warnings...

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