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Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 7731 Getting Started Manual

802.11n outdoor point to point bridge
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Ruckus Wireless
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ZoneFlex
7731 802.11n
Outdoor Point to Point Bridge
Getting Started Guide
Part Number 800-70236-001
Published September 2009
www.ruckuswireless.com

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  • Page 1 ® Ruckus Wireless ® ZoneFlex 7731 802.11n Outdoor Point to Point Bridge Getting Started Guide Part Number 800-70236-001 Published September 2009 www.ruckuswireless.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Getting Started Guide ..........1 Related Documentation .
  • Page 4 Become Familiar with the Installation Components ......25 Decide How You Will Supply Power to the Wireless Bridge ..... 27 Deploying the Wireless Bridge .

  • Page 5: About This Getting Started Guide

    Point Bridge documentation set includes the following: User Guide: Provides detailed information on how to configure the Wireless Bridge. ■ The User Guide is available for download on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents Release Notes: Provides late-breaking information about the current software release, ■...

  • Page 6: Unpacking The Zoneflex Wireless Bridge

    Ruckus Wireless sales representative. NOTE: The ZoneFlex 7731 Outdoor AP/Bridge standard package includes a pair of ZoneFlex 7731 devices (a root bridge and a non-root bridge). Two sets of mounting and power accessories are included, along with one set of user documentation.

  • Page 7: Mounting Kit Contents

    Unpacking the ZoneFlex Wireless Bridge Package Contents Mounting Kit Contents Dynamic bracket ■ Static bracket ■ Steel clamps (2 pieces) ■ Machine screws (8 pieces) ■ Hex bolts (4 pieces) ■ Split lock washers (4 pieces) ■ Flat washers (4 pieces) ■...

  • Page 8: Bottom Cover And Accessories

    Unpacking the ZoneFlex Wireless Bridge Package Contents Bottom Cover and Accessories Each bottom cover accessory bag contains: Bottom cover of the Wireless Bridge ■ DC terminal block ■ 20mm x 30mm sealing strips (2 pieces) ■ Sealing plug ■ White P-clip cable clamp (2 pieces) ■...

  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    Get to Know the Hardware Features Figure 3 Figure 5 identify the Wireless Bridge features that are relevant to the installation and mounting instructions that this guide provides. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features.
  • Page 10 Before You Begin Get to Know the Hardware Features Figure 3. Wireless Bridge LEDs and bottom connectors...
  • Page 11 Before You Begin Get to Know the Hardware Features Table 1. LEDs and bottom panel connectors Label Description LEDs “LED Colors and What They Mean” below for more information. RJ45 LAN port that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and 10/ 100/1000 Mbps network connections Reset Using a pointed object (for example, a pen), press this...

  • Page 12: Led Colors And What They Mean

    Before You Begin Get to Know the Hardware Features LED Colors and What They Mean The ZoneFlex 7731 Wireless Bridge includes 6 dual color LEDs. The LEDs function in two modes, normal operation mode and aiming mode. Figure 4. LED Indicators...

  • Page 13: Push Buttons

    CAUTION: Resetting the ZoneFlex 7731 to its factory defaults will result in loss of all configuration settings, including the pre-provisioning (pairing of the root and non-root bridge) settings that were enabled prior to shipping. If you do need to reset to defaults,...

  • Page 14: External Antennas

    Get to Know the Hardware Features External Antennas The ZoneFlex 7731 Outdoor Wireless Bridge includes one purpose designed internal directional antenna. If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect two external high gain antennas to the standard N-type external antenna connectors on the top panel of the Wireless Bridge.

  • Page 15: Preparing The Wireless Bridge Pair For Installation

    This section describes the procedures for setting up the bridge pair before you begin the physical installation. ZoneFlex 7731 Outdoor Point to Point Bridges come in pre-provisioned pairs. One is designated as the “Root Bridge” and one is designated the “Non-Root Bridge.” There- fore, in most situations, you should not need to manually provision the pair.

  • Page 16: Configure The Root Bridge

    5. Connect the power jack to the DC 48V IN connector on the PoE injector, and then plug the power adapter into a power source. The single LED on the PoE injector turns green. 6. Check the power LED on the ZoneFlex 7731 to ensure power is being supplied to the bridge.
  • Page 17 Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Root Bridge Figure 6. Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector To Admin To Bridge Computer To AC Power Source You have completed connecting the Wireless Bridge to a PoE power source. Use DC Power To use DC to power the Wireless Bridge, you need to connect a DC cable (not supplied with the Wireless Bridge) to the DC terminal block.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Prepare The Administrative Computer

    Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Root Bridge 4. Using a 3mm Phillips screw, tighten the wiring terminal screws. Screw torque value must be 4kg-5kg. 5. Connect the DC terminal block to the 12V DC port on the Wireless Bridge. Figure 8.
  • Page 19 Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Root Bridge 2. When the Network Connections window appears, right-click the icon for Local Area Connection, and then click Properties. NOTE: Make sure that you configure the Local Area Connection properties, not the Wireless Network Connection properties.

  • Page 20: Step 3: Connect The Wireless Bridge To The Admin Computer

    Step 3: Connect the Wireless Bridge to the Admin Computer If you have not already done so, connect the admin computer to the ZoneFlex 7731 using an Ethernet cable, or two Ethernet cables and a PoE injector if you are using Power over Ethernet (see “Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector”...
  • Page 21 Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Root Bridge Figure 10. The ZoneFlex Wireless Bridge login page 5. In User name, type super. 6. In Password, type sp-admin. 7. Click Login. The Web interface appears, displaying the Status > Wireless page...

  • Page 22: Step 3: Ensure Network And Wireless Settings Are Correct

    Broadcast SSID: Disabled ■ NOTE:: Ruckus Wireless recommends leaving these settings at their default values until installation of both bridge units is complete. Note that any changes made to the root bridge settings must also be performed on the non-root bridge.

  • Page 23: Step 4: Change The Ip Address (Optional)

    Configure the Root Bridge Step 4: Change the IP Address (Optional) The Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 7731 Wireless Bridge pair comes with IP addresses pre- assigned. If you want to change the IP address of either or both of the pair, you can manually assign a static IP address on the Configuration >...

  • Page 24: Configure The Non-Root Bridge (Optional)

    Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Non-Root Bridge (Optional) NOTE: This process may take several minutes. Do not unplug the ZoneFlex 7731 while it is updating its IP address. Configure the Non-Root Bridge (Optional) If you want to change the IP address or other wireless settings for the non-root bridge, repeat steps 1-4.
  • Page 25 Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Non-Root Bridge (Optional) Figure 13. Launch the SpeedFlex utility to test the link between bridges The SpeedFlex utility opens in another window. Performing both tests may take several minutes. When the test is finished, throughput and packet loss results are displayed, as shown in Figure...

  • Page 26: Step 6: Disconnect The Wireless Bridge From The Administrative Computer

    Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Non-Root Bridge (Optional) Figure 14. SpeedFlex Results page You have finished configuring and testing the ZoneFlex 7731 Wireless Outdoor Point to Point Bridge pair. Step 6: Disconnect the Wireless Bridge from the Administrative Computer 1.
  • Page 27 Preparing the Wireless Bridge Pair for Installation Configure the Non-Root Bridge (Optional) 5. On the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click OK to close it. 6. Click OK again to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. You are now ready to begin the physical installation.

  • Page 28: Physical Installation

    Higher data rates will generally be achieved at closer distances. Line of sight: Bridging two networks together with Ruckus Wireless Bridges requires ■ direct line of sight between the two bridges for best results. Physical obstructions, such as concrete pillars, steel beams, trees or other buildings can block or hinder wireless communication.

  • Page 29: Determine The Optimal Mounting Location And Orientation

    Sight Become Familiar with the Installation Components The ZoneFlex 7731 Wireless Bridge is designed for installation in an outdoor environment, such as an exterior wall, or the roof overhang of a building, or a streetlight pole. Refer to Figure 16...
  • Page 30 Wireless Bridge are for indoor use only. Ruckus Wireless also strongly recommends that you form a drip loop on any cable that is connected to devices that are installed outdoors (for example, the Wireless Bridge and the Ethernet surge protector).

  • Page 31: Decide How You Will Supply Power To The Wireless Bridge

    Physical Installation Decide How You Will Supply Power to the Wireless Bridge WARNING: The Ruckus Wireless PoE injector (if supplied with your Wireless Bridge) is for indoor use only. Never mount the PoE injector outdoors with the Wireless Bridge. Decide How You Will Supply Power to the Wireless...

  • Page 32: Deploying The Wireless Bridge

    The Wireless Bridge supports both PoE and DC power and it can be connected to both power sources at the same time. Ruckus Wireless recommends using both PoE and DC power for backup in a typical outdoor installation. For instructions on completing the...
  • Page 33 Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 1: Complete the Power Connections Figure 17. Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector To Outdoor Bridge To Network To AC Power Source 7. Take out one of the 20mm x 30mm sealing strips from the accessories bag. 8.
  • Page 34 Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 1: Complete the Power Connections Figure 19. Install the white P-clip clamp P-clip cable clamp Sealing strip You have completed setting up the PoE power connection. Use DC Power To use DC to power the Wireless Bridge, you need to connect a DC cable (not supplied with the Wireless Bridge) to the DC terminal block.
  • Page 35 Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 1: Complete the Power Connections Figure 20. Connect the ground wire to the V- terminal and the +12V DC wire to the V+ terminal 12V DC Wire to V+ Terminal Ground Wire to V- Terminal 4.

  • Page 36: Step 2: Install The Back Panel Cover

    Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 2: Install the Back Panel Cover WARNING: Do not apply power to the Wireless Bridge at this point. You should connect the Wireless Bridge to a power source only after you finish connecting all other components in “Step 3: Connect the Wireless Bridge to the Network”...

  • Page 37: Step 3: Connect The Wireless Bridge To The Network

    Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 3: Connect the Wireless Bridge to the Network Figure 23. Fasten the bottom cover using three machine screws Step 3: Connect the Wireless Bridge to the Network In this step, you will connect the Wireless Bridge from its mounting location to the network.
  • Page 38 Deploying the Wireless Bridge Step 3: Connect the Wireless Bridge to the Network Figure 24. Typical installation components using both PoE and DC power sources DC power source Ground screw ZoneFlex 7731 Outdoor 18 AWG min Wireless Bridge green-and-yellow 18 AWG min...

  • Page 39: Attaching The Mounting Brackets

    ■ Attaching the Bracket to a Flat Surface WARNING: Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you wear eye protection before drilling holes on the mounting surface. NOTE: The wall anchors that are supplied with the Wireless Bridge are for mounting on solid masonry walls only.
  • Page 40 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 1. Place the static bracket at the exact location on the mounting surface where you want to mount it. 2. Use the static bracket as a template to mark the locations of the mounting holes on the two mounting tabs.
  • Page 41 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 7. Align the two screw holes on the bracket with the wall anchors that you inserted earlier. Figure 27. Align the screw holes on the bracket with the wall anchors 8.

  • Page 42: Attaching The Bracket To A Pole

    Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 9. Using a 10mm open-end wrench, tighten the nuts to secure the bracket to the mounting surface. Screw torque value must be 4kg-5kg. As you tighten the nuts, the metal cones that are built into the wall anchors will expand and lock the wall anchors into place.
  • Page 43 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 2. Use the clamps to attach the bracket to the pole. Figure 30. Use the clamps to attach the bracket to the pole 3. Using a 10mm flathead screwdriver, tighten the clamp locks to secure the bracket to the pole.

  • Page 44: Step 2: Attach The Dynamic Bracket To The Wireless Bridge

    Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge 1. Place the dynamic bracket onto the flat side of the Wireless Bridge so that the four screw holes on the bracket align with the four screw holes on the Wireless Bridge.
  • Page 45 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge 3. Using a 6mm Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four machine screws to fasten the bracket to the Wireless Bridge. Screw torque value must be 4kg-5kg. Figure 33. Fasten bracket to the Wireless Bridge 4.

  • Page 46: Mounting The Wireless Bridge

    Mounting the Wireless Bridge Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge Mounting the Wireless Bridge To mount the Wireless Bridge, you will need to join the two mounting brackets that you attached earlier to the device and the mounting surface. For this procedure, you will need the following items: Hex bolts ■...
  • Page 47 Mounting the Wireless Bridge Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge Figure 35. Insert hex bolts into lower mounting holes NOTE: Make sure the screw-washer assembly is in correct order. The split-lock washer should be in the middle and the flat washer should touch the bracket. 4.

  • Page 48: Mounting And Connecting The External Antennas (Optional)

    Mounting and Connecting the External Antennas (Optional) Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge Figure 36. Insert thumb screws into the upper mounting holes 7. Finger tighten the thumb screws. 8. Adjust the Wireless Bridge to your desired orientation. NOTE: If you have not yet determined the optimal orientation for your Wireless Bridge, refer to “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation”...
  • Page 49 Mounting and Connecting the External Antennas (Optional) Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge WARNING: Before connecting the antennas to the Wireless Bridge, make sure that you disconnect the Wireless Bridge from the power source. 1. Disconnect the Wireless Bridge from the power source. 2.

  • Page 50: Aiming The Bridge Pair

    Remove the 4 mounting screws attaching the bracket to the ZoneFlex 7731 enclosure, rotate the bracket 180º and reattach the bracket to the enclosure. Repeat steps 2 through 7. Adjust the ZoneFlex 7731 to your desired orientation.

  • Page 51: Verifying The Connection

    Verifying the Connection Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Wireless Bridge Verifying the Connection Once you have completed the hardware installation and network configuration for both Wireless Bridges, verify the connection and signal integrity between the bridge pair using the following procedure: 1.

  • Page 52: What To Do Next

    What to Do Next The following are some of the post-installation tasks that Ruckus Wireless recommends. Refer to the ZoneFlex 7731 802.11n Outdoor Point to Point Bridge User Guide for more information on configuring and managing the Wireless Bridge. Change the Administrative Password Management access to the Web interface of the Wireless Bridge is controlled through administrative user name and password.

  • Page 53: Using Flexmaster To Manage The Wireless Bridge

    Using FlexMaster to Manage the Wireless Bridge Using FlexMaster to Manage the Wireless Bridge If you are planning to use Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster to manage the ZoneFlex 7731, this guide describes the required steps that will enable the Wireless Bridge to report to and communicate with FlexMaster successfully.

  • Page 54: Read Related Documentation

    If you are using FlexMaster to manage the Wireless Bridge, make sure you read the accompanying documentation to learn how to configure and manage the Wireless Bridge from the FlexMaster Web interface. The latest versions of Ruckus Wireless product documentation are available for download on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents...

  • Page 55: Industry Canada Statement

    RF exposure requirement. 3. External antenna: Use only the antennas which have been approved by Ruckus Wireless. The non-approved antenna(s) may produce unwanted spurious or excessive RF transmitting power which may lead to the violation of FCC limit and is prohibited.
  • Page 56 Härmed intygar Ruckus Wireless att denna Radio LAN står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och [Swedish] övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Íslenska Hér með lýsir Ruckus Wireless yfir því að Radio LAN er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í [Icelandic] tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk Ruckus Wireless erklærer herved at utstyret Radio LAN er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante...

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