Aruba RAP-2WG Installation Manual

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RAP-2WG Wireless Remote Access Point
Installation Guide

About the RAP-2WG

The Aruba RAP-2WG is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. This
device works in conjunction with other Aruba products, such as Aruba Mobility
Controllers, and provides the following capabilities:
Remote Access Point (RAP)
Protocol-independent networking functionality
IEEE 802.11 b/g operation as a wireless Access Point
Central management, configuration, and upgrade through an Aruba Mobility
Controller
Wireless Transceiver
Package Contents
1 x RAP-2WG Remote Access Point
1 x Installation Guide (this document)
1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
1 x Power Adapter
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible,
retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to repack the product
in case there is a need to return it.

Before You Begin

Before installing your RAP-2WG Remote Wireless Access Point, please ensure you
have the following:
1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
1 x Power Adapter
RAP-2WG

RAP-2WG Overview

Rear View

Figure 1 Rear View
Power E0 Uplink E1 LAN
Socket RJ-45 Port RJ-45 Port
10/100Base-T Ethernet Ports
The RAP-2WG has two 10/100Base-T (RJ-45) Ethernet ports for wired network
connectivity.
E0: Uplink port
E1: LAN port
DC IN (Power Socket)
The RAP-2WG power adapter (included) connects to the DC IN port. The RAP-2WG
does not have an On/Off switch. The device turns on when the power adapter is
attached and plugged into a power outlet. The device turns off when you disconnect
the power adapter from the power source (outlet).
Antenna
The antenna allows client devices to connect to the RAP-2WG wirelessly.

Top View

Figure 2 Top View

LEDs

The RAP-2WG has four LED indicators that display the status of the device.
WLAN: Indicates wireless status and activity.
E1:Indicates activity and/or status on this port.
E0: Indicates activity and/or status on this port
POWER: When lit, the RAP-2WG is powered on.
LED Color(s) Activity Action
PWR Green On Power on
Off No power
WLAN Green Off Wireless is inactive
On Wireless is active
Flashing Radio mode
Ports (E0, E1) Green Off No link
On Link established
Antenna
Flashing Ethernet activity

Bottom View

Figure 3 Bottom View
Reset Button
Wall Mount Slots
Reset Button
To reset the RAP-2WG, insert a small, narrow object, such as a pin or paperclip, into
the hole indicated in Figure 3 and press the button for 5 seconds, while powering on
the RAP-2WG. This returns the RAP-2WG to factory defaults.
Wall Mount Slots
The wall mount slots illustrated in Figure 3 accommodate mounting the RAP-2WG
on the wall or other vertical surfaces. Mounting hardware is not included.

RAP-2WG Installation

Tabletop Mounting
The RAP-2WG is equipped with four rubber feet designed to support the device on a
flat surface without damaging it. Install the RAP-2WG on a flat level surface.
Wall Mounting
The wall mount slots, on the back of the RAP-2WG, accommodate wall mounting or
mounting to other vertical surfaces.
1. Install two screws in the wall or vertical surface. If attaching the device to
drywall, Aruba recommends using appropriate wall anchors (not included).
2. Align the AP mounting slots to capture the surface screws (see Figure
Wall Mounting
Figure 4 Built-in Wall Mount Slots

Connecting the Required Cables

The RAP-2WG must be connected to a network device that has access to the
Internet, such as a router or modem. To complete the installation of the RAP-2WG:
1. Connect one end of the provided RJ-45 cable to port E0 on the RAP-2WG.
2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a free RJ-45 port on your modem or
router.
3. Attach the provided power adapter to the DC IN port on the RAP-2WG.
4. Connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.
The RAP-2WG is now powered on. To verify this, ensure that the PWR LED is solid
green.

Verifying Successful Installation

Once the RAP-2WG's PWR LED has come up, the device will take 2 to 3 minutes to
complete the boot cycle. Once the boot cycle is complete, you can connect to your
company or corporate network.
See the Provisioning at Home section if you are unable to connect
successfully.
N O T E

Provisioning at Home

If your IT administrator instructed you to provision your RAP-2WG, complete the
following steps after the RAP-2WG has been powered.
1. Connect one end of a second RJ-45 cable to port E1 on the RAP-2WG and the
other end to your computer.
2. Open a web browser and navigate to any URL.
3. An Aruba web page will appear (see Figure 5), requesting the IP address of the
master controller. Enter the IP address provided to you by your IT
administrator.
The RAP-2WG will connect to the designated master controller and download the
necessary provisioning information. When the RAP-2WG comes back up, it is ready
to use.
Contact your IT administrator if you are still unable to connect successfully.
N O T E
Figure 5 Manual Provisioning Page
4).

Specifications

Mechanical
Device Dimensions (antenna stowed) (HxWxD):
125mm x 70mm x 27mm
4.92" x 2.75" x 1.06"
Device Weight:
0.4 lbs / 170 grams
Shipping Dimensions (HxWxD):
258mm x 167.5mm x 61.5mm
10.16" x 6.59" x 2.42"
Temperature:
Operating: 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 122ºF)
Storage: -10ºC to 70ºC (14ºF to 158ºF)
Relative Humidity:
15% to 95% non-condensing
Mounting:
Built-in Wall Mount Slots
Tabletop
Antenna:
Integrated, detachable articulating tri-band antenna
Visual Status Indicators (LEDs):
PWR: Power
WLAN: Wireless LAN
E0 (WAN/uplink)
E1 (LAN/downlink)
Electrical
Ethernet:
2 x 10/100 Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 Interface, MDI/MDX
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Wireless LAN
Network Standards:
IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g
Antenna Type:
Screw-on, 802.11b/g omni-directional antenna
Antenna Gain:
1.5 dBi at 2.4GHz
Radio Technology:
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Radio Modulation Type:
802.11b - CCK, BPSK, QPSK
802.11g - CCK, BPSK, QPSK, OFDM