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Meru Access Point

Installation Guide

Copyright © Meru Networks, Inc., 2003–2005. All rights reserved.
Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
Document Number: 882-70031 Rev. A

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Meru Access Point Installation Guide Copyright © Meru Networks, Inc., 2003–2005. All rights reserved. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Document Number: 882-70031 Rev. A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AP200....... . 2 AP150....... . 3 Chapter 2 Installing the AP200.
  • Page 4 Unpacking the AP150 ......24 Installation Requirements ......26 Installing the Access Point .
  • Page 5 Figure 20 Aligning the AP150 with the Bracket ..............33 Figure 21 Sliding the AP150 into the Bracket ................33 Figure 22 Mounting the AP150 to a Suspended Ceiling Rail ..........34 Figure 23 Mounting the AP150 Above a Suspended Ceiling ..........36 Figure 24 Box Hanger Mounting Bracket Holes ..............36 Figure 25 Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Box Hanger ..........37...
  • Page 6 Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: List Of Tables

    AP200 LED Descriptions ..................21 Table 4 AP200-Controller Status Information..............21 Table 5 AP150 Installation Items..................28 Table 6 AP150 Installation Tools ..................28 Table 7 AP150 LED Descriptions ..................40 Table 8 AP150-Controller Status Information..............40 Table 9 AP100 Wireless Interface Specifications..............44 Table 10 AP200 Wireless Interface Specifications...............
  • Page 8 viii Meru Controller Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Audience About This Guide This guide describes the features of the Meru Access Point family, which includes the AP200 and AP100 models. This guide also includes the hardware installation for both access points. The term access point is used interchangeably throughout this document to apply to either model when there are no differences between the models.

  • Page 10: External References

    Identifies critical information about actions that could result in equipment failure Warning! or bodily harm. Contacting Meru You can visit Meru Networks on the Internet at this URL: http://www.merunetworks.com Click the Support menu button to view Meru Customer Services and Support information. Customer Services and Support For assistance, contact Meru Customer Services and Support 24 hours a day at 1-888-637-8952 (1-888-Meru-WLA(N)) or 1-408-215-5305.

  • Page 11: Fcc Compliance

    Meru Networks will void your warranty and could void your authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity The AP150 complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC by conforming to the following standards:...
  • Page 12 FCC Compliance Note: This equipment can be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contract Meru Networks. Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use with the European community and other countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03...

  • Page 13: About Meru Access Points

    Meru Access Point Features Chapter 1 About Meru Access Points The Meru Access Point radio devices 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.

  • Page 14: Meru Access Point Models

    Meru Access Point Models end-to-end QoS. Meru Access points deliver a 5-fold increase in voice carrying capacity from the current 5-8 calls per access point to over 30 calls per Meru Access Point with no change to the 802.11 client. Over five times the scalability of alternate Access Points Meru Access Points are unique in their ability to dramatically increase performance over alternate APs, even as client density increases.

  • Page 15: Ap150

    IEEE 802.11b protocol and work with all standard WiFi clients. The AP150 also serves as an RF monitor to the Meru controller and provides real-time status of RF activity to optimize the wireless network.

  • Page 16: Figure 3 Ap150

    Meru Access Point Models Figure 3: AP150 Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Installing The Ap200

    Safety Precautions Chapter 2 Installing the AP200 This chapter describes how to physically install the Meru AP200. It contains the following sections: Safety Precautions Unpacking the AP200 Installation Requirements Installing the Access Point Where to Go From Here Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point.

  • Page 18: Warnings

    Unpacking the AP200 Warnings Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix C. Warning! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Warning! Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use.

  • Page 19: Installation Requirements

    Installation Requirements An array of holes on the mounting bracket (see Figure 4) allow it to be mounted on the wall and over junction boxes or molly bolts. There are also holes for passing the PoE Ethernet or external power supply cable through the bracket if the bracket is mounted on a junction box or over the ceiling T-bar box hanger.
  • Page 20 Installation Requirements Above a hanging ceiling tiles (this installation is supported only for the AP200 with the plastic enclosure removed) 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 21: Table 1 Ap200 Installation Items

    Installation Requirements Table 1: AP200 Installation Items Installation Type Consumable Items Required Horizontal mounting None Vertical mounting over a wall stud Two #6 x 2" wood screws for a wood stud; or Two #6 x 1½" metal screws for a metal stud Mounting bracket Vertical mounting on sheetrock Two #6 x 1"...

  • Page 22: Installing The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point Installation Type Tools Required Horizontal mounting below a hanging Screwdriver ceiling Wrench or pliers Mounting above a hanging ceiling Wrench or pliers (AP200 metal enclosure only) Screwdriver Installing the Access Point Selecting a Location The AP200 requires a location that meets the following: Relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection to the network switch servicing the controller.

  • Page 23: Attaching The Ap200 Antennas

    Installing the Access Point Attaching the AP200 Antennas The AP200 is provided with external antenna ports. Make sure that all external antennas and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. The external antennas are not suitable for outside use. If the AP200 does not have external antennas, attach the antennas to the connectors on the AP200 (see Figure 5).

  • Page 24: Figure 5 Ap200 Antenna Connection

    Installing the Access Point Access Point 200 Antenna Turn clockwise to tighten Figure 5: AP200 Antenna Connection Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown Figure Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port.

  • Page 25: Figure 7 Ap200 Bracket

    Installing the Access Point Ceiling mount hole Access point mount Wall cable access Access point mount Locking detent Suspended ceiling cable access Access point mount Ceiling mount hole Figure 7: AP200 Bracket Drill holes at the locations you marked: 3/16-inch holes if you are using plastic anchors —...

  • Page 26: Figure 8 Aligning The Ap200 With The Bracket

    Installing the Access Point Mounting bracket attached to wall Figure 8: Aligning the AP200 with the Bracket Mounting bracket Figure 9: Sliding the AP200 into the Bracket For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see Figure 5), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring.

  • Page 27: Figure 10 Mounting The Ap200 To A Suspended Ceiling Rail

    Installing the Access Point Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown Figure Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port. Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling The optional suspended ceiling mounting kit allows the AP200 mounting bracket to attach to suspended ceiling T-rails (see...
  • Page 28 Installing the Access Point Attach a keps nut to each caddy fastener stud and hand tighten. Do not overtighten. Align the AP200 mounting posts over the circular portion of the keyhole mounts, push the AP in and slide the AP down until it engages with the locking detents (see Figure 9).

  • Page 29: Figure 11 Mounting The Ap200 Above A Suspended Ceiling

    Installing the Access Point Height adjustment screw Bracket mounting clip Mounting bracket T-bar hanger Height adjustment screw Access Point 200 Antennas T-rail clips Suspended ceiling T-rail Figure 11: Mounting the AP200 Above a Suspended Ceiling To mount an AP200 above suspended ceiling rails: Determine the location on the ceiling rails where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tile.

  • Page 30: Figure 13 Attaching The Mounting Bracket To The Box Hanger

    Installing the Access Point Figure 13: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Box Hanger Pass the long end clip through the large center hole to the underside of the the mounting bracket clip and then attach the bracket to the clip using the supplied screw (see Figure 13 orientation).

  • Page 31: Where To Go From Here

    Where to Go From Here Where to Go From Here Now that the AP200 is installed, go to the Meru Wireless LAN Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the controller and connecting the controller and APs to the Ethernet switch to form the WLAN.

  • Page 32: Ap200 Status Leds

    Checking LED Activity AP200 Status LEDs Four status LEDs on the face of the AP200 also light, as shown in Figure STATUS POWER Figure 15: AP200 Status LEDs The functions of the status LEDs are described in Table When the AP200 is first connected to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted there- after, the AP initializes with and then is programmed by the controller.

  • Page 33: Table 3 Ap200 Led Descriptions

    Checking LED Activity Table 3: AP200 LED Descriptions Function RF 2 The status LED for Radio 2 is a follows: off—no radio present yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure solid green—radio OK blinking green—radio activity RF 1 The status LED for Radio 1 is a follows: off—no radio present yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure...
  • Page 34 Checking LED Activity State Interpretation AP200 LED Cycle Downloading Downloading image or configuration from the Green/Blue controller Green/Blue Error State Access point is in an error state. Red (blinking or solid) Call Meru technical support a. The AP200 LEDs cycle from bright to dim for each “blink.” Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Installing The Ap150

    Safety Precautions Chapter 3 Installing the AP150 This chapter describes how to physically install the Meru AP150. It contains the following sections: Safety Precautions Unpacking the AP150 Installation Requirements Installing the Access Point Where to Go From Here Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point.

  • Page 36: Warnings

    The AP150 ships with a mounting bracket and mounting hardware for standard wall mounting. Optional mounting kits are available for mounting the AP150 above or below a hanging ceiling. The AP150 mounting studs are placed so they can be used with brackets supplied by other vendors or to replace an AP100.
  • Page 37 There are also holes for passing the PoE Ethernet or external power supply cable through the bracket if the bracket is mounted on a junction box or over the ceiling T-bar box hanger. Confirm that the AP150 shipping package contains the following items: Access point Mounting bracket with two mounting screws...

  • Page 38: Installation Requirements

    On a horizontal surface, such as a table or a desk On a vertical surface, usually a wall Below a hanging ceiling Above a hanging ceiling tiles (this installation is supported only for the AP150 with the plastic enclosure removed) Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 39 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. Part 1. C22. 1. (For AP150 with plastic enclosure removed.) To complete this installation, you need the items listed in...

  • Page 40: Table 5 Ap150 Installation Items

    Horizontal mounting below a hanging Two caddy fasteners ceiling Two plastic spacers Two keps nuts (with attached lock washer) Mounting bracket Mounting above a ceiling tile (AP150 Two T-rail clips metal enclosure only) One T-box hanger One bracket mounting clip Mounting bracket...

  • Page 41: Installing The Access Point

    APs can obtain their power from 802.3af standard Power over Ethernet (PoE) or external power supply. If an external power supply is utilized to power the AP150, ensure that it is a Listed power supply, marked "Class 2" or "LPS" (Limited Power Source), and rated a minimum of 3.3 V, 4 A. For PoE, the power can be supplied by a PoE-compatible network switch or PoE power injector installed between the switch and the AP150.

  • Page 42: Attaching The Ap150 Antennas

    The AP150 is provided with external antenna ports. Make sure that all external antennas and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. The external antennas are not suitable for outside use. If the AP150 does not have external antennas, attach the antennas to the connectors on the AP150 (see Figure 17).

  • Page 43: Figure 17 Ap150 Antenna Connection

    Access Point 200 Antenna Turn clockwise to tighten Figure 17: AP150 Antenna Connection Connect one end of the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector, shown Figure Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port.

  • Page 44: Figure 19 Ap150 Bracket

    Tighten the screws to secure the bracket. Align the AP150 mounting posts over the circular portion of the keyhole mounts, push the AP in and slide the AP down until it engages with the locking detents. You should hear it snap in place.

  • Page 45: Figure 20 Aligning The Ap150 With The Bracket

    Installing the Access Point Mounting bracket attached to wall Figure 20: Aligning the AP150 with the Bracket Mounting bracket Figure 21: Sliding the AP150 into the Bracket For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see...

  • Page 46: Figure 22 Mounting The Ap150 To A Suspended Ceiling Rail

    Place each spacer on the caddy fastener stud. The spacer legs should contact the ceiling T-rail. Align the mounting bracket keyholes with the caddy fastener studs and slide the AP150 to the narrow end of the hole. Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 47 Attach a keps nut to each caddy fastener stud and hand tighten. Do not overtighten. Align the AP150 mounting posts over the circular portion of the keyhole mounts, push the AP in and slide the AP down until it engages with the locking detents (see Figure 21).

  • Page 48: Figure 23 Mounting The Ap150 Above A Suspended Ceiling

    Antennas T-rail clips Suspended ceiling T-rail Figure 23: Mounting the AP150 Above a Suspended Ceiling To mount an AP150 above suspended ceiling rails: Determine the location on the ceiling rails where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tile.

  • Page 49: Figure 25 Attaching The Mounting Bracket To The Box Hanger

    Figure 25 orientation). Hold the AP150 next to the mounting bracket to estimate the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide enough clearance for the external antennas, which should be pointing down. Adjust the height of the box hanger using the height adjusting screws (see Figure 22).

  • Page 50: Where To Go From Here

    Where to Go From Here Where to Go From Here Now that the AP150 is installed, go to the Meru Wireless LAN Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the controller and connecting the controller and APs to the Ethernet switch to form the WLAN.

  • Page 51: Ap150 Status Leds

    The functions of the status LEDs are described in Table When the AP150 is first connected to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted there- after, the AP initializes with and then is programmed by the controller. When the AP is first powered up, all LEDs are green.

  • Page 52: Table 7 Ap150 Led Descriptions

    Checking LED Activity Table 7: AP150 LED Descriptions Function RF 2 The status LED for Radio 2 is a follows: off—no radio present yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure solid green—radio OK blinking green—radio activity RF 1 The status LED for Radio 1 is a follows: off—no radio present...
  • Page 53 Downloading image or configuration from the Green/Blue controller Green/Blue Error State Access point is in an error state. Red (blinking or solid) Call Meru technical support a. The AP150 LEDs cycle from bright to dim for each “blink.” Installing the AP150...
  • Page 54 Checking LED Activity Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Appendix A Specifications

    Caution! Changes or modifications to the Meru Access Point that are not expressly approved by Meru Networks will void your warranty and could void your authority to operate this equipment. Specifications...

  • Page 56: Wireless Interface

    Wireless Interface Wireless Interface Table 9: AP100 Wireless Interface Specifications Feature Details Wireless Standards 802.11b Antennas Two external antennas. Omnidirectional and directional antennas for specific coverage requirements Wireless Medium Access WiFi Compliant 802.11 MAC standard Power Management Power-save mode for clients in both QoS mode and non-QoS mode Frame Size Peak frame size of >...

  • Page 57: Physical

    Physical Feature Detail Wireline Standard One 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) interface, supporting half-duplex and full-duplex modes Supports the Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af standard Physical Physical specifications for Meru Access Points are provided in the access point Data Sheet. Contact your Meru sales engineer for a copy of the document.
  • Page 58 Physical Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Appendix B Regulatory Information

    Appendix B Regulatory Information This appendix has important regulatory compliance information for the following products: Wireless Access Point AP200, models AP202 and AP209 Please read this appendix first before installing and operating your product, and follow all instructions provided in the installation chapter. Periodic updates to this document will be posted at www.merunetworks.com.

  • Page 60: Declaration Of Conformity

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Company Information Trade Name Meru Product Description Wireless Access Point AP200 Rev. 2 Model Nos. AP202 & AP209 Responsible Party Meru Networks Inc. Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Instructions

    Issue Date [TBD] Tested by Bay Area Compliance Lab We, the responsible party, Meru Networks Inc., declare that the above-listed product, Wireless Access Point AP200 Rev. 2 Model Nos. 202 & 209, was tested to conform to the applicable FCC Rules and regulations.

  • Page 62: List Of Regulatory Compliance Certifications Summary By Country

    List of Regulatory Compliance Certifications Summary by Country In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may, for example, include the use of wireless equipment on board airplanes, or in any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
  • Page 63 List of Regulatory Compliance Certifications Summary by Country Regulatory Information...
  • Page 64 List of Regulatory Compliance Certifications Summary by Country Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Appendix C Translated Safety Warnings

    Appendix C Translated Safety Warnings This appendix provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in this publication. These translated warnings apply to other documents in which they appear in English. The following safety warnings appear in this appendix: Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Installation Warning Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning...

  • Page 66: Dipole Antenna Installation Warning

    Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Warning! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: Explosive Device Proximity Warning

    Explosive Device Proximity Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning! Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use. Translated Safety Warnings...

  • Page 68: Installation Warning

    Installation Warning Installation Warning Warning! Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning

    Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Warning! This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors). Translated Safety Warnings...
  • Page 70 Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Meru Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 71: Appendix D Channels

    Appendix D Channels This appendix provides the access point radio channels supported by the world’s regulatory domains. This appendix contains the following section: Channels Channels IEEE 802.11a The channel identifiers, channel center frequencies, and regulatory domains of each IEEE 802.11a 20-MHz-wide channel are listed in Table 11.

  • Page 72: Ieee 802.11B/G

    Channels Table 11: IEEE 802.11a Channels (Continued) Channel Frequency in Regulatory Domains Number Americas Japan 5220 5230 5240 5260 5280 5300 5320 5745 5765 5785 5805 5825 IEEE 802.11b/g The channel identifiers, channel center frequencies, and regulatory domains of each IEEE 802.11b/g 22-MHz-wide channel are listed in Table 12.
  • Page 73 Channels Table 12: IEEE 802.11b/g Channels (Continued) Channel Frequency in Regulatory Domains Number Americas EMEA Israel China Japan 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 2457 2462 2467 2472 2484 (for 802.11b only) Channels...
  • Page 74 Channels Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 75 Limited Product Warranty This Limited Product Warranty applies to the original end-user customer of the Meru product which you purchased for your own use, and not for resale (“Product”), from Meru Networks, Inc. (“Meru”) or its authorized reseller (“Reseller”). Limited Warranties One-year limited hardware warranty: Meru warrants to you that Meru hardware (other than Third Party Products as —...
  • Page 76 COMMISSION AND PROTECT AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT INTERFERENCES WITH RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND/OR RADIO AND TELEVISION RECEPTIONS MAY OCCUR AND THAT MERU WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR INCONVENIENCE BASED ON SUCH INTERFERENCES. Third Party Products - The above Limited Warranties are exclusive of products manufactured by third parties (“Third Party Products”).
  • Page 77 Meru. All inquiries or claims made under this Limited Product Warranty must be sent to Meru at the following address: Meru Networks Inc., 1309 South Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA...
  • Page 78 Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 79 Meru Networks, Inc. 1309 South Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94087 408-215-5300 www.merunetworks.com...

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