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Trapeze
Mobility Point
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MP-620 Installation Guide
Part Number 730-9502-0062, Revision C

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  • Page 1 Trapeze Mobility Point ™ MP-620 Installation Guide Part Number 730-9502-0062, Revision C...
  • Page 2 Protocol, Virtual Private Group, VPG, Virtual Service Set, Virtual Site Survey and WebAAA are trademarks of Trapeze Networks, Inc. Trapeze Networks SafetyNet is a service mark of Trapeze Networks, Inc. All other products and services are trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks or registered service marks of their respective owners.
  • Page 3 Contacting the Technical Assistance Center Contact the Trapeze Networks Technical Assistance Center (TAC) by telephone, email, or fax. If you have a service contract or are a Trapeze Authorized Partner, log in to www.trapezenetworks.com/services/sup_programs.asp for more help.
  • Page 4 Software version and release number ● Output of the show tech-support command ● Wireless client information ● License levels for RingMaster™ and Mobility Exchange™ (MX™) products ● Description of the problem and status of the troubleshooting effort ● Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ....1 Trapeze Networks Mobility System ....... . 1 Documentation .
  • Page 6 ..............49 Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Introducing The Trapeze Networks Mobility System

    Networks Mobility System Trapeze Networks Mobility System ....... . . 1 Documentation .

  • Page 8: Documentation

    MX switches and MP access points in a WLAN, and is accessible through a command-line interface (CLI), the Web View interface, or the RingMaster Documentation Consult the following documents to plan, install, configure, and manage a Trapeze Networks Mobility System. Planning, Configuration, and Deployment Trapeze RingMaster User’s...
  • Page 9 Instructions and specifications for installing the MP-620 access point and connecting it to an MX switch Trapeze Regulatory Information. Important safety instructions and ● compliance information that you must read before installing Trapeze Networks products Configuration and Management Trapeze RingMaster Reference Manual. Instructions for planning, ●...

  • Page 10: Safety And Advisory Notices

    High voltage. This situation or condition can cause injury due to electric shock. Warning! Radiation. This situation or condition can cause injury due to improper handling of fiber-optic equipment. Note. This information is of special interest. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Text And Syntax Conventions

    Documentation Chapter 1 Text and Syntax Conventions Trapeze manuals use the following text and syntax conventions: Convention Monospace text Sets off command syntax or sample commands and system responses. Bold text Highlights commands that you enter or items you select.
  • Page 12 Documentation Chapter 1 Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Mp-620 Overview

    A Trapeze Networks Mobility Point (MP) access point model MP-620 provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to the network. MP access points are designed for use with a Trapeze Networks Mobility Exchange (MX) switch. MP access points require hardware installation only. All configuration for an MP access point takes place on the MX switch.

  • Page 14: Hardware Overview

    Optional: Lightning protector for outdoor antenna ● Contact Trapeze Networks if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it.

  • Page 15: External Hardware Features

    External Hardware Features Chapter 2 External Hardware Features Figure 1 and Figure 2 show the external hardware features of the MP-620. Figure 1. MP Access Point Model MP-620—Bottom View Grounding Point Ethernet Port RSSI Connector with Protective Cap Screw Figure 2. MP Access Point Model MP-620—Top View N-Type External N-Type External...

  • Page 16: Ethernet Port

    MP-620 as well as a data link to the local network. Note. The power injector module does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE) based on the IEEE 802.3af standard. The MP-620 must always be powered on by being connected to the power injector module. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Power Injector Module

    External Hardware Features Chapter 2 Power Injector Module The MP-620 receives power through its network cable connection using power-over-Ethernet technology. A power injector module is included in the MP-620 package and provides two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, one for connecting to the MP-620 (Output), and the other for connecting to an MX switch or a local LAN switch (Input).

  • Page 18: Receive Signal Strength Indicator (Rssi) Bnc Connector

    The MP-620 includes bracket kits that can be used to mount the unit to a wall, pole, radio mast, or part of a tower structure. Lightning Protector for Oudoor Antenna If you are using the MP-620 with an outdoor antenna, Trapeze Networks recommends installing an external lightning protector for the antenna. System Configuration At each location where an MP-620 unit is installed, it must be connected to the local network using the power injector module.

  • Page 19: Features And Benefits

    Features and Benefits Chapter 2 Figure 4. System Component Connections External Antenna Lightning Protector RF Coaxial Cable Indoor Outdoor MP-620 Unit LAN Switch Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable Power Injector AC Power Ground Wire Features and Benefits The MP-620 provides the following features and benefits: The MP-620 supports access point services for the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz radios ●...
  • Page 20 Features and Benefits Chapter 2 Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: Installing And Connecting An Mp-620 Access Point

    MP-620 access point. RingMaster Network Plan and Work Orders If you are using RingMaster to plan your Trapeze Networks Mobility System installation, you might want to create and verify a network plan for the entire Trapeze network installation and generate an MP work order, before installing MP access points.

  • Page 22: Mx Switch Recommendation

    MP model MP-620 is designed to receive power only from a Trapeze-approved power injector. Connecting an MP access point to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) device that is not approved by Trapeze Networks can damage the equipment. (For information about connecting an MP access point to an MX switch port, see “Connecting an MP to an MX Switch”...

  • Page 23: Ethernet Cabling

    Installation Requirements and Recommendations Chapter 3 Lightning — The MP-620 includes its own built-in lightning protection. ● However, you should make sure that the unit, any supporting structure, and cables are all properly grounded. Additional protection using lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors may also be employed. Rain —...

  • Page 24: Mp Radio Safety Advisories

    Transmitters specifies a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-certified equipment. When used with the proper antennas (shipped in the product), Trapeze Networks MP access point products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1-1991.

  • Page 25: Installing An Mp-620

    Installing an MP-620 Chapter 3 Installing an MP-620 The MP-620 includes its own bracket kit for mounting the unit to a 1.5 to 2 inch diameter steel pole or tube. The pole-mounting bracket allows the unit to be mounted to part of a radio mast or tower structure. The unit also has a wall-mounting bracket kit that enables it to be fixed to a building wall or roof when using external antennas.
  • Page 26 U-shaped part of the bracket. This method is illustrated in the following figure. Figure 6. Attaching the Bracket Using a Steel Band Clamp Steel Band Clamp Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Using The Wall-Mounting Bracket

    Installing an MP-620 Chapter 3 Using the Wall-Mounting Bracket Perform the following steps to mount the unit to a wall using the wall-mounting bracket: Always attach the bracket to a wall with the open end of the mounting grooves facing up (see following figure). Figure 7.
  • Page 28 Chapter 3 Solder the grounding cable to the grounding nut supplied with the lightning protector. Trapeze Networks recommends that you use 6-gauge cable for the grounding cable. The grounding cable must be properly earthed in order to provide adequate protection.

  • Page 29: Connecting Cables To The Unit

    Installing an MP-620 Chapter 3 Figure 9. Connecting External Antennas to the MP-620 MP-620 Connecting Cables to the Unit Attach the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the MP-620. Note. The Ethernet cable included with the package is 30 m (100 ft) long. To wire a longer cable (maximum 100 m, 325 ft), use the connector pinout information in Appendix B.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power Injector

    LAN switch to the RJ-45 port labeled “Input” on the power injector. Use Category 5 or better UTP cable for 10/100BASE-TX connections. Note. The RJ-45 port on the power injector is an MDI port. If connecting directly to a computer for testing the link, use a crossover cable. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Connecting An Mp To An Mx Switch

    Connecting an MP to an MX Switch Chapter 3 Figure 11. Connecting Cables to the Power Injector AC power Ethernet cable from LAN switch I n p t p u Power LED indicator Ethernet cable to MP-620 Insert the power cable plug directly into the standard AC receptacle on the power injector.
  • Page 32 Connecting an MP to an MX Switch Chapter 3 You can use the CLI or RingMaster to configure an MP access port or Distributed MP connection. (See the Trapeze Mobility System Software Configuration Guide or the Trapeze RingMaster User’s Guide.) Figure 12 shows how to insert a Cat 5 cable into 10/100 Ethernet port on an MX switch.
  • Page 33 An MX switch’s 10/100 Ethernet ports are configured as wired network ports by default. You or the system administrator must change the port type for an MX port directly connected to an MP to activate the link. (See the Trapeze Mobility Exchange Installation and Basic Configuration Guide.)
  • Page 34 Connecting an MP to an MX Switch Chapter 3 Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: A Mp-620 Technical Specifications

    MP-620 Technical Specifications This appendix lists the technical specifications for the Trapeze Networks MP-620 access point. Table 2 lists the mechanical and compliance specifications. (For detailed compliance information, see the Trapeze Regulatory Information document.) Table 3 lists the MAC address allocation scheme. The remaining tables list the specifications and link budgets for the external antennas.

  • Page 36: Mp-620 Mechanical And Compliance Specifications

    19.8 x 19.8 x 6.33 cm (7.8 x 7.8 x 2.49 in) Weight 4.8 kg (10.58 lbs) Temperature Operating: -33 to 55 °C (-27.4 to 131 °F) Storage: -40 to 80 °C (-40 to 176 °F) Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement Appendix A Table 2. MP-620 Mechanical and Compliance Specifications Specification Description Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing) EMC Compliance (Class B) FCC Class B (US) RTTED 1999/5/EC DGT (Taiwan) Radio Signal Certification FCC Part 15 15.407(b) (5 GHz) FCC Part 15.247 (2.4 GHz) IC RSS-210 EN 300.328, EN 302.893...
  • Page 38 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Mac Addresses

    MAC Addresses Appendix A MAC Addresses Each MP-620 is assigned a unique block of 64 MAC addresses. Each radio has 32 MAC addresses and can therefore support up to 32 SSIDs, with one MAC address assigned to each SSID as its BSSID. An MP’s MAC address block is listed on a label on the back of the MP.

  • Page 40: Antenna Specifications

    2.400 - 2.500 GHz Gain 8 dBi VSWR 2.0 : 1 max Polarization Linear, vertical HPBW Horizontal: 360° Downtilt 0° Power Handling 50 W (cw) Impedance 50 Ohms Connector N type, male Radome Material: Fiber glass Color: Gray-white Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...
  • Page 41 Antenna Specifications Appendix A Table 4. 8 dBi Omnidirectional (2.4 GHz) Antenna Specifications Specification Description Environmental Survival Wind Speed: 216 km/hr Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C Humidity: 95% @ 25 °C Mechanical Dimensions: 58 x 2.1 cm (diameter) (22.8 x 0.82 in) Weight: 200 g (0.44 lbs) MP-620 Technical Specifications...

  • Page 42: Dbi Omnidirectional (5 Ghz)

    Material: Fiber glass Color: Gray-white Environmental Survival Wind Speed: 216 km/hr Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C Humidity: 95% @ 25 °C Mechanical Dimensions: 32.5 x 2.2 cm diameter (12.8 x 8.6 in) Weight: 1100 g (2.4 lbs) Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: 13.5 Dbi 120-Degree Sector

    Antenna Specifications Appendix A 13.5 dBi 120-Degree Sector Table 6. 13.5 dBi 120-Degree Sector Antenna Specifications Specification Description Model Number ANT-5120-OUT Frequency Range 5.150 - 5.875 GHz Gain 13.5 dBi VSWR 2.0 : 1 max Polarization Linear, vertical HPBW Horizontal: 120° Vertical: 6°...

  • Page 44: Dbi 120-Degree Sector

    Gain 10 dBi VSWR 2.0 : 1 max Polarization Linear, vertical HPBW Horizontal: 120° Vertical: 15° Downtilt 0° Power Handling 10 W (cw) Impedance 50 Ohms Connector N type, female Radome Material: ABS Color: Gray, white Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...
  • Page 45 Antenna Specifications Appendix A Table 7. 10 dBi 120-Degree Sector Antenna Specifications Specification Description Environmental Survival Wind Speed: 216 km/hr Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C Humidity: 95% @ 25 °C Mechanical Dimensions: 75 x 8.8 x 7 cm (29.5 x 3.46 x 2.76 in) Weight: 700 g (1.5 lbs) MP-620 Technical Specifications...

  • Page 46: 18 Dbi 18-Degree Panel

    Gain 18 dBi VSWR 2.0 : 1 max Polarization Linear, vertical HPBW Horizontal: 18° Vertical: 18° Downtilt 0° Power Handling 5 W (cw) Impedance 50 Ohms Connector N type, female Radome Material: ABS Color: Gray, white Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Signal Loss From Lightning Protector And Coaxial Cable

    Antenna Specifications Appendix A Table 8. 18 dBi 18-Degree Panel Antenna Specifications (continued) Specification Description Environmental Survival Wind Speed: 216 km/hr Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C Humidity: 95% @ 25 °C Mechanical Dimensions: 21.5 x 20 x 5 cm (8.46 x 7.87 x 1.97 in) Weight: 825 g (1.82 lbs) Signal Loss from Lightning Protector and Coaxial Cable Loss from...
  • Page 48 Antenna Specifications Appendix A Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: B Cables And Pinouts

    Cables and Pinouts This appendix describes the wiring and pin assignments for the cables and connectors that can be used with the MP-620. Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments For 10/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes.

  • Page 50: 10/100Base-Tx Pin Assignments

    Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data minus (RD-) 4,5,7, Not used Not used Note: The “+” and “-” signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Straight-Through Wiring

    Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments Appendix B Straight-Through Wiring Because the 10/100 Mbps Input port on the power injector uses an MDI pin configuration, you must use “straight-through” cable for network connections to hubs or switches that only have MDI-X ports. However, if the device to which you are connecting supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use either “straight-through”...

  • Page 52: 8-Pin Din Connector Pinout

    Receive Data plus (RD+) +48 VDC power +48 VDC power Receive Data minus (RD-) Return power Return power Note: The “+” and “-” signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair. Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: 8-Pin Din To Rj-45 Cable Wiring

    8-Pin DIN Connector Pinout Appendix B 8-Pin DIN to RJ-45 Cable Wiring To construct an extended Ethernet cable to connect from the power injector’s RJ-45 Output port to the MP-620’s 8-pin DIN connector, follow the wiring diagram below. Use Category 5 or better UTP or STP cable, maximum length 100 m (328 ft), and be sure to connect all four wire pairs.
  • Page 54 8-Pin DIN Connector Pinout Appendix B Trapeze MP-620 Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Index

    Index access point. See MP (Mobility Point) hardware activating an MP 25 bottom view 9 advisory notices, explanations of 4 features 9 top view 9 cable assignments 43 IEEE 802.11a 8 crossover 45 installation straight-through 45 MP 15, 19 channels, maximum 30 requirements 15 clients, maximum 30 warnings, radio 18...
  • Page 56 18 weather conditions 16 work order, RingMaster 15 package checklist 8 PoE 24 PoE (Power over Ethernet) use with Trapeze devices only 16 Power over Ethernet See PoE power supply, specifications 30 product documentation 2 radios default state 7...

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