Alcatel-Lucent OAW-IAP224 Installation Manual

OAW-IAP220 Series Instant Access Point
Installation Guide
The Alcatel-Lucent OAW-IAP224 and OAW-IAP225 Instant wireless access points
support the IEEE 802.11ac standard for high-performance WLAN. This access
point uses MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology and other high-
throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11n 2.4 GHz and
802.11ac 5 GHz functionality while simultaneously supporting existing legacy
wireless services. The OAW-IAP220 Series access point works only in
conjunction with a virtual controller.
The Alcatel-Lucent OAW-IAP220 Series access point provides the following
capabilities:
 Wireless transceiver
Protocol-independent networking functionality
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 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point
 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3af PoE
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The OAW-IAP220 Series requires Alcatel-Lucent Instant 4.0 or later.
Package Contents
OAW-IAP224 or OAW-IAP225 access point
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 9/16" and 15/16" Ceiling Rail Adapters
 Alcatel-Lucent Instant Quick Start Guide
Installation guide (this document)
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Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use
these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.
OAW-IAP220 Series Hardware Overview
Figure 1 LEDs
ENET1
LEDs
The OAW-IAP220 Series is equipped with five LEDs that indicate the status of the
various components of the AP.
Table 1 OAW-IAP220 Series Series LED Meanings
LED Color/State Meaning
PWR Off No power to AP
Red Initial power-up
Green - Flashing AP booting
Green - Steady AP ready
Orange AP operating in PoE Power Saving Mode
ENET0, ENET1 Off Ethernet link unavailable
Amber - Steady 10/100Mbps Ethernet link established
Green - Steady 1000Mbps Ethernet link established
Flashing Ethernet link activity
5GHz Off 5GHz radio disabled
Amber - Steady 5Ghz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN mode
Green - Steady 5Ghz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode
Flashing - Green 5Ghz Air or Spectrum Monitor
2.4GHz Off 2.4GHz radio disabled
Amber - Steady 2.4Ghz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN
mode
Green - Steady 2.4Ghz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode
Flashing - Green 2.4Ghz Air or Spectrum Monitor
External Antenna Connectors
The OAW-IAP224 is equipped with three external antenna connectors. The
connectors are labeled ANT0, ANT1, and ANT2, and correspond to radio chains
0, 1, and 2.
Figure 2 External Antenna Connectors (OAW-IAP224 only)
ANT0 ANT1 ANT2
Figure 3 Bottom Panel
Console Port Ethernet Ports
USB Interface
Kensington Lock
56V 350mA
DC Power Socket
Reset Button
USB Interface
The OAW-IAP220 Series is equipped with a USB interface for connectivity with
cellular modems.
The USB interface is disabled when the OAW-IAP220 Series is powered
from 802.3af PoE.
Console Port
The serial console port allows you to connect the AP to a serial terminal or a
laptop for direct local management. This port is an RJ-45 female connector with
the pinouts described in Figure 4. Connect it directly to a terminal or terminal
server using an Ethernet cable.
Figure 4 Serial Port Pin-Out
Serial RJ-45 Female
Console Port Pin-Out
1
2
3 TxD
4 GND
5 GND
6 RxD
7
8
Direction
Input
Output
Ethernet Ports
OAW-IAP220 Series is equipped with two10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) auto-
sensing, MDI/MDX wired-network connectivity port. These ports support IEEE
802.3af and 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliance, accepting 48 VDC
(nominal) as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing
Equipment (PSE) such as a PoE midspan injector, or network infrastructure that
supports PoE.
When operating on 802.3af, only the port connected to power is
usable. For example, if the source of power is connected to ENET
0, ENET 1 will not work.
The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports are on the bottom of the AP. These ports
have RJ-45 female connectors with the pin-outs shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pin-Out
RJ-45 Female Signal Name Function
Pin-Out
BI_DA+ Bi-directional pair +A, POE Negative
1
BI_DA- Bi-directional pair -A, POE Negative
2
BI_DB+ Bi-directional pair +B, POE Positive
3
BI_DC+ Bi-directional pair +C, POE Positive
4
BI_DC- Bi-directional pair -C, POE Positive
5
BI_DB-
6 Bi-directional pair -B, POE Positive
BI_DD+
7 Bi-directional pair +D, POE Negative
BI_DD-
8 Bi-directional pair -D, POE Negative
Kensington Lock Slot
The OAW-IAP220 Series is equipped with a Kensington security slot for
additional security.
Reset Button
The reset button can be used to return the AP to factory default settings. To reset
the AP:
1. Power off the AP.
2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a
paperclip.
3. Power-on the AP without releasing the reset button. The power LED will
flash within 5 seconds.
4. Release the reset button.
The power LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is
completed. The AP will now continue to boot with the factory default settings.
DC Power Socket
If PoE is not available, an optional Alcatel-Lucent AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold
separately) can be used to power the OAW-IAP220 Series.
Additionally, a locally-sourced AC-to-DC adapter (or any DC source) can be used
to power this device, as long as it complies with all applicable local regulatory
requirements and the DC interface meets the following specifications:
12 VDC (+/- 5%)/18W
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 Center-positive 1.7/4.0 mm circular plug, 9.5 mm length
Power Modes
The OAW-IAP220 Series can operate in two power modes. The AP's mode is not
configurable and is determined by the AP based on the amount of power
available. The two modes are:
 Full Power: The AP is receiving power from an 802.3at PoE source or is
powered using the optional AC-DC adapter kit. In this mode, all AP
functionality is available.
PoE Power Saving: The AP is receiving power from an 802.3af PoE source. In
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this mode, the AP has limited functionality: the Ethernet port not connected
to the PoE source is disabled, the USB port is disabled, the AP operates in
1x3 RF chain for 2.4 GHz, and the AP operates in 2x3 RF chain for 5 GHz.
Before You Begin
FCC Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the
United States (non-US model Regulatory Domain model/s) will be in
violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or
intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate
termination of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
EU Statement:
Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Please refer to the Alcatel-Lucent Instant User Guide for details on
restrictions.
Produit réseau local radio basse puissance operant dans la bande
fréquence 2.4 GHz et 5 GHz. Merci de vous referrer au Alcatel-Lucent
Instant User Guide pour les details des restrictions.
Low Power FunkLAN Produkt, das im 2.4 GHz und im 5 GHz Band arbeitet.
Weitere Informationen bezlüglich Einschränkungen finden Sie im Alcatel-
Lucent Instant User Guide.
Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare
riferimento alla Alcatel-Lucent Instant User Guide per avere informazioni
detagliate sulle restrizioni.
AP Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your OAW-IAP220 Series AP, ensure that you have the
following:
 CAT5e or CAT6 UTP cable of required length
 One of the following power sources:
IEEE 802.3at or 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) source. The
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POE source can be any midspan power source equipment (PSE) device
 Alcatel-Lucent AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately)
Summary of the Setup Process
Successful setup of an OAW-IAP220 Series access point consists of four tasks,
which must be performed in this order:
1. Identify the specific installation location for each AP.
2. Install each AP.
3. Verify post-installation connectivity.
4. Configure the virtual controller. Refer to the Alcatel-Lucent Instant Quick
Start Guide.
Alcatel-Lucent, Inc., in compliance with governmental requirements, has
designed the OAW-IAP220 Series access points so that only authorized
network administrators can change the settings. For more information
about AP configuration, refer to the Alcatel-Lucent Instant Quick Start
Guide and Alcatel-Lucent Instant User Guide.
Access points are radio transmission devices and as such are subject to
governmental regulation. Network administrators responsible for the
configuration and operation of access points must comply with local
broadcast regulations. Specifically, access points must use channel
assignments appropriate to the location in which the access point will be
used.
Identifying Specific Installation Locations
You can mount the OAW-IAP220 Series access point on a wall or on the ceiling.
Use the AP placement map generated by Alcatel-Lucent's RF Plan software
application to determine the proper installation location(s). Each location
should be as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area and
should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of interference. These RF
absorbers/reflectors/interference sources will impact RF propagation and
should have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in
RF plan.
Identifying Known RF Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference
Sources
Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in
the field during the installation phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are
taken into consideration when you attach an AP to its fixed location. Examples
of sources that degrade RF performance include:
 Cement and brick
Objects that contain water
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 Metal
Microwave ovens
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 Wireless phones and headsets
Installing the AP
Service to all Alcatel-Lucent Networks products should be performed by
trained service personnel only.
Using the Ceiling Rail Adapter
The OAW-IAP220 Series ships with two ceiling rail adapters for 9/16" and 15/16"
ceiling rails. Additional wall mount adapters amd ceiling rail adapters for other
rail styles are available as accessory kits.
Make sure the AP fits securely on the ceiling tile rail when hanging
the device from the ceiling, because poor installation could cause it
to fall onto people or equipment.
1. Pull the necessary cables through a prepared hole in the ceiling tile near
where the AP will be placed.
2. Place the adapter against the back of the AP with the adapter at an angle of
approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see Figure 6).
3. Twist the adapter clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see
6).
Figure