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- Page 1 RG-AP320-I Series Access Point Hardware Installation and Reference Guide V1.06...
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Page 2: Copyright Statement
Ruijie Networks reserves all copyrights of this document. Any reproduction, excerption, backup, modification, transmission, translation or commercial use of this document or any portion of this document, in any form or by any means, without the prior written consent of Ruijie Networks is prohibited. are registered trademarks of Ruijie Networks. -
Page 3: Obtaining Technical Assistance
It is intended for the users who have some experience in installing and maintaining network hardware. At the same time, it is assumed that the users are already familiar with the related terms and concepts. Obtaining Technical Assistance Ruijie Networks website: http://www.ruijienetworks.com/ http://webchat.ruijie.com.cn Online customer services: ... -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Overview
Chapter 1 Product Overview The RG-AP320-I series wireless LAN access point is designed by Ruijie Networks for demanding indoor deployments. The AP is equipped with Ruijie patented X-sense antennas. It can serve as a Fit AP and operate in conjunction with a unified wired/wireless switch or a wireless controller;... -
Page 5: Product Image
GB4943 Safety EN/IEC 60950-1 Health EN 62311 Weight With bracket: 0.7 kg (1.54 lbs) 20.5 cm x 20.5 cm x 4.2 cm Size (W x D x H) 8.07 in. x 8.07 in. x 1.65 in. Installation Methods Ceiling or wall mount Power Consumption 10.5 W max. -
Page 6: Power Sources
Solid red Warnings Double blinking red Locate AP Figure 1-2 Bottom View of RG-AP320-I Note 1. 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T auto-sensing PoE-capable Ethernet port Power Sources The AP can be powered either with a 48V DC power adapter or through Power over Ethernet (PoE). ... - Page 7 It is preferable to install the AP in a way that maximizes coverage. When install the AP indoors, it is better to mount it on the ceiling rather than on the wall because the AP provides greater coverage when it is installed on the ceiling. Figure 1-3 and Figure 1-4 show the preferred wall-mount and ceiling-mount orientations of the AP operating in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, respectively.
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Page 8: Chapter 2 Preparing For Installation
Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation To prevent device damage and bodily injury, please read carefully the safety recommendations described in this chapter. The recommendations do not cover all possible hazardous situations. Installation Safety Do not expose the AP to high temperature, dusts, or harmful gases. ... -
Page 9: Preparing Installation Site
Do not place the device in a damp/wet location. Do not let any liquid enter the chassis Keep the AP far away from the grounding or lightning protection devices of power equipment. Keep the AP away from radio stations, radar stations, high-frequency high-current devices, and microwave ovens. Any nonstandard and inaccurate electrical operation can cause an accident such as fire or electric shock, thus causing severe even fatal damages to human bodies and device. -
Page 10: Power Supply
Cleanness Dust poses a serious threat to device operation. Dust that falls onto the surface of the device can be absorbed onto metal contact points by static electricity, resulting in poor contact. Electrostatic absorption of dust occurs more easily when the relative humidity is low, which may shorten the service life of the device and cause communication failures. -
Page 11: Installation Tools
Installation Tools Common Tools Phillips screwdriver, related copper and fiber cables, bolts, diagonal pliers, cable ties Special Tools Wire stripper, crimping pliers, RJ-45 crimping pliers, punch down tool Meter Multimeter, bit error rate tester (BERT) The listed tools are customer supplied. Unpacking the Access Point Package Contents Verify that all parts are installed and debugged. -
Page 12: Chapter 3 Installing The Access Point
Chapter 3 Installing the Access Point The RG-AP320-I series must be fixed and installed indoors. Before installing the AP, make sure you have carefully read the requirements described in Chapter 2. Installation Flowchart Before You Begin Before you install the AP, verify that: ... - Page 13 Keep away from high voltage cables. Install the device indoors. Do not expose the device in a thunderstorm or strong electric field. Keep the device clean and dust-free. Disconnect the device before cleaning it. Do not wipe the device with a damp cloth.
- Page 14 Before mounting the AP on the bracket, you must first install the Ethernet cables. Slide the AP into the holes until it clicks into place. See Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3 Mounting the AP on the Bracket The AP can be installed in any of four directions on the mounting bracket depending on how you route your Ethernet cable.
- Page 15 Align the square feet on the rear of the AP over the mounting holes on the bracket. See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5 Aligning the Square Feet with the Mounting Holes Before mounting the AP on the bracket, you must first install the Ethernet cables. Slide the AP into the holes until it clicks into place.
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Page 16: Securing The Access Point
When mounting the AP on the wall, keep the logo of Ruijie point upward. The square feet should fit easily into the mounting slots. Do not forcibly push the AP into the slots. After installation, verify that the AP is securely fastened. Securing the Access Point Press the button and insert the lock hasp into the lock slot on the back of the bracket. -
Page 17: Removing The Access Point
Before mounting the AP on the bracket, you must first install the Ethernet cables. Install the padlock. Figure 3-9 Installing the Padlock Install the padlock as needed. Padlocks are customer supplied. Removing the Access Point Remove the padlock if there is one. Figure 3-10 Removing the Padlock... - Page 18 If the AP is installed on the wall, hold the AP in your hands and push it upward and away from the bracket in the LAN port direction. Figure 3-11 Removing the Wall-Mount AP If the AP is installed on the ceiling, hold the AP in your hands and push it sideward and away from the bracket in the LAN port direction.
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Page 19: Connecting Cables
Connecting Cables Connect UTP/STP to the LAN/PoE port on the AP. See Appendix A for supported wiring of twisted pairs. By default, baud rate is set to 9600, data bit 8, parity none, stop bits 1 and flow control none on the console port of the AP. -
Page 20: Checking The Power Supply
Make sure cables are properly bundled. Checking the Power Supply Make sure all power cables are properly connected and safe. Make sure the AP is operational after power-on. -
Page 21: Chapter 4 System Debugging
Chapter 4 System Debugging Setting up a Debugging Environment Use a power adapter or PoE to power the AP. Setting up the Environment Verify that the AP is properly connected to the power source. Connect the AP to an AC through a twisted pair cable. ... -
Page 22: Chapter 5 Monitoring And Maintenance
Chapter 5 Monitoring and Maintenance Monitoring You can observe the LED to monitor the AP in operation. Blinking green: The AP is being initialized. Blinking red: The AP completes initialization but has no Ethernet activity. Blinking blue: The AP completes initialization and is establishing a CAPWAP connection with the AC. ... -
Page 23: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Flowchart Troubleshooting LED does not light up after the AP is powered on If you use PoE power supply, verify that the power source is IEEE 802.11af compliant, and then verify that the cable is connected properly. ... - Page 24 Wireless client cannot find the AP Follow the abovementioned two steps. Verify that the AP is configured correctly. Adjust the angle of antennas. Move the client device to ajust the distance between the client and the AP. LED keeps blinking red The LED stays blinking red for a long time, indicating the Ethernet port is not connected.
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Page 25: Appendix A Connectors And Media
Appendix A Connectors and Media 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T The 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T is a 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation port that supports auto MDI/MDIX. Compliant with IEEE 802.3ab, 1000BASE-T requires Category 5e 100-ohm UTP or STP (STP is recommended) with a maximum distance of 100 meters (328 feet). 1000BASE-T requires all four pairs of wires be connected for data transmission, as shown in Figure A-1. -
Page 27: Appendix B: Cabling Recommendations
Appendix B: Cabling Recommendations During installation, route cable bundles upward or downward along the sides of the rack depending on the actual situation in the equipment room. All cable connectors should be placed at the bottom of the cabinet rather than be exposed outside of the cabinet. - Page 28 Cut off excess cable tie cleanly with no sharp edges after bundling cables, as shown in Figure B-2. Figure B-2 Cutting off Excess Cable Tie If cables are to be bent, bind them first but do not tie cable ties within the bend to avoid stress on the cables, which may otherwise cause the wires inside to break, as shown in Figure B-3.
- Page 29 Flat washer Note Spring washer Flat washer When using a stiff cable, fix it near the cable lug to avoid stress on the lug and cable. Do not use self-tapping screws to fasten terminals. Bundle cables of the same type and running in the same direction into groups. Keep cables clean and straight. ...
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