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AP 7181 Access Point

Installation Guide

Version 1.0.0.A
March 12, 2010
68009287001

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    AP 7181 Access Point Installation Guide Version 1.0.0.A March 12, 2010 68009287001...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.8 Antenna Options ....... . . 8 2.9 AP 7181 Power Options ......8...
  • Page 4 2.10 Mounting an AP 7181 ......9 2.10.1 Pole Mounted Installations..... . 10 2.11 Installing an AP 7181 .
  • Page 5 4 Regulatory Compliance ......85 4.1 Health and Safety Recommendations ....85 4.1.1 Warnings for the Use of Wireless Devices .
  • Page 6 MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2010. All rights reserved.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The dual-band system supports industry standard client devices and features easily deployed fixed infrastructure nodes. The AP 7181 is also designed to meet the needs of large, distributed outdoor networks. The network can be configured and managed for optimal performance using the Wireless Manager (WM) network Management application.

  • Page 8: Hardware Installation

    Verify the environment has a continuous temperature range between -40° C to 55° AP 7181 devices must be installed by trained professionals familiar with RF planning and regulatory limits defined by the regulatory bodies of the country where the devices are being deployed.

  • Page 9: Deployment Guidelines

    Mount Installation procedure. • Point-to-Point (PTP (Slave)) or Point-to-Multipoint (PMP (SM)) nodes providing backhaul should be oriented to point away from AP 7181 antenna panels. NOTE For more detailed deployment considerations for backhaul, refer to the Mesh AP 7181 System Planner.

  • Page 10: Installation Methodology

    AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 2.3 Installation Methodology Consideration of the order in which units are installed when deploying an AP 7181 wireless network can work to ensure a more stable and functional network. The PTP backhaul layer should be deployed first. Next deploy all nodes for the PMP Access Point distribution layer.

  • Page 11: Minimum Installation Requirements

    #6 metric Allen Wrench to remove the Yoke (if a top mounted installation is required) 2.6 Package Contents Check the package contents for the AP 7181. Each unit should contain: • AP 7181 Access Point (assembled with Mounting Yoke attached) •...

  • Page 12: Root Node Placement

    • Plan for AC power usage of 84 watts average, 126 watts peak. • The AP 7181 is rated for wind loading of up to160 mph. • Ensure that proper grounding can be established.

  • Page 13: Mounting Locations

    2.7.5 Device Deployment Height AP 7181 nodes are typically mounted at a height of 30 to 35 feet. Ensure that neighboring nodes are mounted at or near the same device height. Excessive height should be avoided since this may result in increased congestion and interference in dense RF environments.

  • Page 14: Antenna Options

    802.11n radios. No other antennas are supported. 2.9 AP 7181 Power Options Details of the power sourcing equipment for the AP 7181 should be handled by a professional installer. The requirements for deploying the system are: •...

  • Page 15: Mounting An Ap 7181

    Never actively plug or unplug the connector while the cable is energized. 2.10 Mounting an AP 7181 The AP 7181 is designed for outdoor installations. All hardware installations should be performed by a professional installer. Devices can be deployed using either the...

  • Page 16: Pole Mounted Installations

    The following guidelines and procedures should be observed when installing an AP 7181 device. 2.11.1 Required Tools The following is a list of the minimal tool set required to install an AP 7181 device: • 24 mm Socket and driver - for cable gland •...

  • Page 17: Ap 7181 Connections And Ports

    • Tube of Lithium Grease 2.11.2 AP 7181 Connections and Ports The power cable and grounding connections, power indicator light, Ethernet and reset ports, and LED Status Panel on the bottom the AP 7181 are shown in the figure below.
  • Page 18 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide The Horizontal (HP) and Vertical (VP) connectors for the antenna cables are loacted on the top of the AP 7181. All Radome antenna panel cables are labeled as HP or VP. Attach each cable to the...
  • Page 19 CAUTION It is also recommended that the antenna cable connectors and terminators on the horizontal and vertical connectors on the top of the AP 7181 be wrapped with both mastic tape and electrical tape.

  • Page 20: Led Status Indicator Panel

    AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 2.11.3 LED Status Indicator Panel There are six LEDs on the AP 7181 which are visible on the bottom of the unit through light pipes.The LEDs have the following display characteristics and functionality: LED 4 - 5 LED 5 - 2.4...

  • Page 21: Removing The Ap 7181 Kit From The Shipping Carton

    Hardware Installation 2.11.4 Removing the AP 7181 Kit from the Shipping Carton CAUTION Never lift an AP 7181 using the Radome antenna panels or other plastic parts. Always lift the unit by the Yoke or metal antenna rings. WARNING! An AP 7181 weighs 39 pounds. Use all appropriate cautions when lifting and consider a two man lift when necessary.
  • Page 22 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 2. Remove the accessories pack from the shipping carton. In the accessories box, you will find the following items: • Water Proof Ethernet Adaptor (Cable Gland) (Part number: 09009302001) • Power Cable (Part number: 30009307001, 30009308001, or 30009315001) •...

  • Page 23: Staging The Device Prior To Installation

    1. Place on solid surface with the Yoke facing up. CAUTION Never lift an AP 7181 using the Radome antenna panels or other plastic parts. Always lift the unit by the Yoke or metal Antenna rings.
  • Page 24 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. To gain access to the Ethernet and or console ports you will need to remove the protective caps. A 22 mm socket will be required to remove the Ethernet port caps covering Gigabit Ethernet ports GE1 and GE2. A 19 mm socket is required to remove the console port cap (if required).
  • Page 25 Hardware Installation 6. Carefully hand tighten the gland into Gigabit port GE1. Once the gland is snug, use a 24 mm socket and finishing tighten the gland. If the node is going to be configured as a Mesh Point Root node (Mesh Point Root nodes have a direct wired Ethernet connection to the core network or an Ethernet connection to a wireless backhaul) a cable gland will be required for Gigabit Ethernet port GE1.
  • Page 26 GE2 (make sure the WAN port GE2 has been configured to permit an attached external device during the configuration process). NOTE The AP 7181 supports 802.af compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) on Ethernet port GE1 and can provide power to an external PoE capable device such as a surveillance camera. PoE is auto sensing and is enabled when the AP-7181 senses a PoE capable device.
  • Page 27 Hardware Installation If the device being staged is a Mesh Point node (no wired connection to the core network) and no external device is going to be attached then no cable glands are required. If the Mesh Point node is going to have an external device attached (e.g. surveillance camera) a cable gland is required for Gigabit Ethernet port GE1.
  • Page 28 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 7. Repeat the process if a second cable gland is required. 8. Attach an Ethernet cable to Gigabit Ethernet port GE2 (to be used with an external laptop for configuring the unit). You will also need to terminate the flying lead power cable with the proper plug (for the country of operation) so the unit can be powered for configuration.
  • Page 29 Hardware Installation 9. After the unit has been configured, if the GE2 port is not going to be used to attach an external device to the AP7181, reattach the port cap. If the GE2 port is going to be used to attach and external device, attach the cable gland to the GE2 port. 10.

  • Page 30: Field Installation

    All location building and structure codes must be observed. • Ensure that the power source for the AP 7181 is de-energized prior to installation. WARNING! Observe the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury during installation.

  • Page 31: Bottom Mount Installation

    Hardware Installation 2.12.1 Bottom Mount Installation The pole mount adapter (Part Number RLN6197A) will accommodate a banding strap up to 1¼ inch width. Banding straps and the banding tool are not included when ordering the pole mount adapter. The pole mount adapter can be mounted to poles 3 inches to 15 inches in diameter and has a load rating of 75 lbs.
  • Page 32 5. Carefully lift device and align the Yoke with the Gooseneck. In the picture below two professional installers in a bucket truck are lifting the unit onto the Gooseneck. WARNING! An AP 7181 weighs 39 pounds. Use all appropriate cautions when lifting and consider a two man lift when necessary.
  • Page 33 7. The two set screws can now be inserted to increase stability. Tighten the set screws to between 214.2 and 250.0 inch pounds (lbf-in). 8. If the AP 7181 you are mounting is a Mesh Point Root node or a Mesh Point node with an external device (e.g. surveillance camera) perform the required Ethernet cabling.
  • Page 34 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide installation. It is recommended that an Outdoor- UV Rated, shielded cable is used in AP 7181 deployments. Some examples are: • Superior Essex 04-001-55 • Best-Tronics BT-0562 In most cases Ethernet cable will need to be custom cut to length. After preparing the Ethernet cable and attaching shielded RJ-45 end connectors feed the cable through the cable gland cap and rubber insert as shown below.
  • Page 35 All location building and structure codes must be observed. • Ensure that the power source for the AP 7181 is de-energized prior to installation. WARNING! Observe the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury during installation.
  • Page 36 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide The power cable included with the AP 7181 is a flying lead cable. Most installations will require the installer to install an additional power cable. The AP 7181 flying lead power cables are 12 feet long. The installer should splice the power cable to the AP 7181 flying lead cable in accordance to the National Electric Code (NEC) or wiring requirements in the country of operation.
  • Page 37 Hardware Installation 11. The unit must be grounded according to the Motorola R56 2005 Manual for Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites. The grounding screw is shown below in green. 12. Secure and conceal the cables using UV resistant tie wraps. Tie wraps should be...
  • Page 38 Yoke. Tighten the captive screws to between 39.9 and 53.1 inch pounds (lbf-in). 14. Once physical installation is completed the circuit powering the AP 7181 can be energized. Verify that the green power LED is lit and the unit is powered on.

  • Page 39: Top Mount Installation

    Hardware Installation 2.12.2 Top Mount Installation 1. Carefully remove the unit from the shipping carton. 2. Place on a solid surface with the Yoke facing up. 3. Remove the Yoke and the Allen socket head screws from the bottom of the unit. The pole mount adapter (Part Number RLN6197A) will accommodate a banding strap up to 1¼...
  • Page 40 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 4. Attach the pole mount adapter (or other mounting bracket hardware) to the mounting asset and ensure that the mounting bracket is level. 5. Using the 4 hex head bolts (3/8"x16"x1") included with pole mount adapter (Part Number RLN6197A), secure the Gooseneck to the pole mount adapter.
  • Page 41 8. Loosely attach the Allen socket head screws to the top of the unit. Leave the screws loose enough to attach the Yoke. WARNING! An AP 7181 weighs 39 pounds. Use all appropriate cautions when lifting and consider a two man lift when necessary.
  • Page 42 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 9. Carefully lift the unit into position, aligning the key slots for the Yoke with the Allen socket head screws and slide the Yoke to the final position. CAUTION Ensure that the Allen socket hex screws are tight and in the locked position before releasing the full weight of the unit.
  • Page 43 Hardware Installation 12. If the AP 7181 you are mounting is a Mesh Point Root node or a Mesh Point node with an external device (e.g. surveillance camera) perform the required Ethernet cabling. The Ethernet cable gland is optimized for cables of diameter .39 to .55 inches. Smaller diameter cables can achieve a watertight seal if the cable gland is properly tightened during installation.
  • Page 44 All location building and structure codes must be observed. • Ensure that the power source for the AP 7181 is de-energized prior to installation. WARNING! Observe the following safety precautions to avoid personal injury during installation.
  • Page 45 Hardware Installation The power cable included with the AP 7181 is a flying lead cable. Most installations will require the installer to install an additional power cable. The AP 7181 flying lead power cables are 12 feet long. The installer should splice the power cable to the AP 7181 flying lead cable in accordance to the National Electric Code (NEC) or wiring requirements in the country of operation.
  • Page 46 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 15. The unit must be grounded according to the Motorola R56 2005 Manual for Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites. The grounding screw is shown below in green.
  • Page 47 Yoke. Tighten the captive screws to between 39.9 and 53.1 inch pounds (lbf-in). Once physical installation is completed the circuit powering the AP 7181 can be energized. Verify that the green power LED is lit and the unit is powered on.

  • Page 48: Remote Panel Antenna Installation

    For example, traffic light poles can completely obscure one of the panels in the AP 7181 antenna array. The Remote Panel antenna kit can be used to address this use case.
  • Page 49 Using a Blank antenna panel will help protect the interior of the AP 7181. Blank antenna panels can also be used when a device is installed directly against a wall or Installing the Blank Antenna Panel.
  • Page 50 CAUTION It is also recommended that the antenna cable connectors and terminators on the horizontal and vertical connectors on the top of the AP 7181 be wrapped with both mastic tape and electrical tape.

  • Page 51: Preparing The Ap 7181

    2.13.1 Preparing the AP 7181 To prepare the AP 7181 for installation using the Remote Panel antenna: 1. Remove the screws for one of the four Radome antenna panels. 2. Grasp the lower part (barrel) of the antenna cable connector and carefully detach the antenna cables from the connectors on the device.
  • Page 52 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. Attach the extension cable for the Remote Antenna panel to the device. 4. Carefully route the extension cable inside the antenna rings on the device.

  • Page 53: Installing The Remote Panel Antenna

    2.13.2 Installing the Remote Panel Antenna To complete the installation of the Remote Panel antenna at the site: 1. At the installation site, install the AP 7181 using the appropriate Field Installation procedure. WARNING! DO NOT apply power to the unit until the Remote Panel installation procedure is complete.
  • Page 54 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 4. Tighten the nuts on the mounting bracket so that the support arm remains in the desired position. 5. Use a cordless drill and a 3.6 mm bit to drill the hole for the set screw on the mounting bracket.
  • Page 55 8. Complete the installation of the mouting bracket using the appropriate method for the installation requirements. 9. Attach the extension cable from the AP 7181 to the connectors on the Remote Mount antenna panel and wrap the connections with Mastic tape and Electrical tape.
  • Page 56 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 10. Secure the cables to the mounting bracket using UV resistant tie wraps. 11. After the Remote Panel installation is complete, apply power to the AP 7181...

  • Page 57: Installing The Blank Antenna Panel

    Hardware Installation 2.13.3 Installing the Blank Antenna Panel In addition to Remote Panel antenna installations, Blank antenna panels can also be used if the unit is going to be placed directly against a wall or building. The Radome antenna should be removed and the Blank panel should be attached to side of the unit that will be facing any obstruction.
  • Page 58 CAUTION It is also recommended that the antenna cable connectors and terminators on the horizontal and vertical connectors on the top of the AP 7181 be wrapped with both mastic tape and electrical tape.
  • Page 59 Hardware Installation To install a Blank antenna panel: 1. Remove the screws for one of the four Radome antenna panels. 2. Grasp the lower part (barrel) of the antenna cable connector and carefully detach the antenna cables from the connectors on the device. Remove the Radome antenna panel.
  • Page 60 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. Attach the terminators to the antenna cable connectors. 4. Wrap the terminators with mastic tape and electrical tape. 5. Using the four screws provided, attach a Blank antenna panel to the unit to cover...

  • Page 61: Getting Started

    Use the following procedures to configure and setup up the AP 7181. 3.1 Initially Connecting to the Access Point The AP 7181 can be staged and configured using one of several connection techniques. Managing the access point includes viewing network statistics and setting configuration options.

  • Page 62: Connecting To The Access Point Using The Wan Port

    AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 3.1.1 Connecting to the Access Point Using the WAN Port NOTE These procedures are only valid for initially connecting to an AP 7181. To initially connect to the access point using the access point's WAN port: 1.

  • Page 63: Connecting To The Access Point Using The Lan Port

    3. Press <ESC> or <Enter> to access the access point CLI. 4. Enter the default username of "admin" and the default password of "motorola." 5. Since this is the first time you are logging into the access point, you will be prompted to enter a new password and set the county code.
  • Page 64 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 9. Using a Web browser, use the access point's IP address to access the access point.

  • Page 65: Basic Device Configuration

    Getting Started 3.2 Basic Device Configuration For the basic setup described in this section, the Java-based Web UI will be used to configure the access point. Use the access point's LAN interface for establishing a link with the access point. Configure the access point as a DHCP client. For optimal screen resolution, set your screen resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels or greater.
  • Page 66 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 2. Log in using admin as the default Username and motorola as the default Password. Use your new password if it has been updated from default. 3. If the default login is successful, the Change Admin Password window displays.

  • Page 67: Configuring Device Settings

    Getting Started 3.2.1 Configuring Device Settings Many of the most important parameter settings located on the configuration pages throughout the menu tree have been consolidated on the Quick Setup screen to facilitate getting the unit up and running quickly. Configure a set of minimum required device settings within the Quick Setup screen.
  • Page 68 RF Band of Operation IP Settings The LAN 1 interface on the AP 7181 supports several different functions. The IP address assigned to the LAN (by DHCP or via a static address) is the management IP address for the access point. By default, the LAN 1 interface is tied to physical port GE1 and is configured for DHCP.
  • Page 69 Getting Started To configure the IP Settings: 1. Click the tab to set a minimum set of parameters to use the access point LAN interface. 2. Select the Enable LAN Interface checkbox to forward data traffic over the access point's LAN connection. The LAN connection is enabled by default. 3.
  • Page 70 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 7. If using the static or DHCP Server option, enter a to define the Default Gateway numerical IP address of a router the access point uses as a default gateway on the Ethernet. 8. If using the static or DHCP Server option, enter the...
  • Page 71 CAUTION Only a qualified wireless network administrator should set the access point radio configuration. Refer to Configuring the 802.11a/n or 802.11b/g/n Radio in the AP 7181 Product Reference Guide for an understanding of configurable radio values and their implications.. NOTE Even an access point with a minimal configuration must be protected against data theft and corruption.
  • Page 72 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide Removing the WAN Interface from GE2 By default, the WAN interface is enabled and has a static IP address of 10.1.1.1/8. This interface is tied to physical port GE2 and is used for initial configuration.
  • Page 73 1. Select Network Configuration -> WAN from the menu tree. 2. In the drop-down box, select LAN. Role For more information on WAN port configuration options, refer to Configuring WAN Settings in the AP 7181 Access Point Product Reference Guide.
  • Page 74 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide The following diagram illustrates the configuration changes that result from setting the Role parameter to LAN. LAN1 Bridge LAN1 Bridge Default Configuration Default Configuration DHCP DHCP 10.1. 1.1 10.1. 1.1 IP Stack IP Stack...

  • Page 75: Configuring Wlan Security Settings

    Getting Started 3.2.2 Configuring WLAN Security Settings By default the AP 7181 has a default security policy of No Security. In the following example a WPA2/CCMP security policy will be configured that can be applied to newly created WLANs. To configure a basic security policy for a WLAN:...
  • Page 76 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 3. Select the radio button. The field WPA2/CCMP (802.11i) WPA2/CCMP Settings is displayed within the New Security Policy screen. 4. Configure the fields as required to define the Pass Key WPA2/CCMP Settings used to generate the WEP keys.

  • Page 77: Creating A Secure Recovery Wlan

    This is particularly important if your AP 7181 is addressed via DHCP as the IP address would be lost if a node became stranded. If the AP 7181 is statically addressed you can connect any configured WLAN mapped to LAN 1.
  • Page 78 2. Determine what ESSID (or network name) to use. It is recommended that a unique ESSID be used for each AP 7181. Since the recovery WLAN is going to be on the 2.4 GHz radio, we chose to use the MAC address of the 2.4 GHz radio. This can be found by selecting Radio1 [802.11b/g/n] located under...
  • Page 79 Getting Started 3. Create a non-broadcasting secure WLAN. Select Network Configuration -> . Click Create. Wireless...
  • Page 80 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 4. Enter an ESSID. use the MAC address recorded in the previous step.Under Available On select the 802.11 b/g/n checkbox.
  • Page 81 Getting Started 5. Select the Security Policy you previously created for WPA2/CCMP. Sele the checkbox to suppress the broadcasting of this network. Secure Beacon 6. Click Apply. To map the secure WLAN to LAN2, select Network Configuration -> LAN. Click WLAN Mapping.
  • Page 82 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 8. In Mapping, find the ESSID you created and use the drop- LAN/VLAN/WLAN down box under and select LAN2. Click OK. 9. The screen will be displayed again. Click Apply. LAN Configuration 10. The secure recovery WLAN is now configured. Record the ESSID for future...

  • Page 83: Testing Connectivity

    Getting Started 3.2.4 Testing Connectivity Verify the access point's link with an MU by sending ping packets to the associated MU. Use the Echo Test screen to specify a target MU and configure the parameters of the test. Connect an MU to the hidden recovery WLAN and configure its IP address for DHCP. NOTE Before testing for connectivity, the target MU needs to be set to the same ESSID as the access point.

  • Page 84: Creating A Mesh Point

    Mesh Point is an AP 718 connected to the wired network (direct via Ethernet or via a wireless backhaul). When configuring a Mesh Point on an AP 7181, you must define whether or not the AP 7181 is a Root Mesh Point. Non Root Mesh Points are simply referred to as Mesh Points.
  • Page 85 Getting Started To create a Mesh Point: 1. Select Network Configuration -> Wireless -> Radio Configuration -> Radio1 (or Radio2). Confirm that the parameter in the Channel, power Channel Selection and Rates Settings field is set to Automatic.
  • Page 86 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 2. Select and click Create. Network Configuration -> MeshConnex...
  • Page 87 7. The New Mesh Point dialog is displayed. Enter a (case-sensitive). This Mesh ID Mesh ID must be the same on all AP 7181 devices. Next select a radio to mesh on by selecting the appropriate box under Available On. If this AP 7181 will be...
  • Page 88 AP 7181 Access Point: Installation Guide 9. The Mesh Point you created will be displayed in the MeshConnex Configuration window. Highlight the Mesh Point and click Enable. 10. Repeat the process for each device you are staging.
  • Page 89 Getting Started 11. To verify that a Mesh has been established, select Status & Statistics -> and click on the name of the desired Mesh Point. MeshConnex Stats 12. Select the tab. In this example, only one neighbor is displayed. Neighbor NOTE A neighboring device will not be displayed in the table on the...

  • Page 90: Where To Go From Here

    Once basic connectivity has been verified, the access point can be fully configured to meet the needs of the network and the users it supports. Refer to the AP 7181 Product Reference Guide for detailed information on AP 7181 devices in wireless networks.

  • Page 91: Regulatory Compliance

    Only operate the device in accordance with the instructions supplied. 4.2 Power Supply Use only the Motorola approved power supply output rated at 84 watts average, 126 watts peak. Use of alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous.

  • Page 92: Fcc Regulatory Information

    This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For AC powered units use only the Motorola approved internal power supply rated at 48V output. Typical power is 84 watts average and 126 watts peak. Use of alternative power supply will invalidate any approval...

  • Page 93: Customer Support

    5 Customer Support If you have read this document and made every effort to resolve installation or operation issues yourself and still require support, please contact your regional Motorola support representatives or visit the Motorola Mesh Networks web site at:...
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