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Aruba 277 Series Access Points

Installation Guide

Aruba 277 Series access points (AP-277 and IAP-277) are environmentally hardened, outdoor rated, dual-radio
IEEE 802.11ac wireless access points. These access points use multiple-in, multiple-out (MIMO) technology and
other high-throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality,
while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services.
The Aruba 277 Series provides the following capabilities:
Wireless transceiver
Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Protocol-independent networking functionality
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE

Package Contents

The following materials are included with this product:
Aruba 277 Series access point
Cable Glands (2)
USB Console Cable
Copper Lug (1)
M4 x 6 Screw (1)
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.
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet, Console, and power interfaces are connected to the AP, not loose in the
package.
Mounting kits for use with the AP-277 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales
representative for more details.

Hardware Overview

The following sections outline the hardware components of the 277 Series access point.
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Summary of Contents for Aruba Networks 277 Series

  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    The weatherproof caps for Ethernet, Console, and power interfaces are connected to the AP, not loose in the package. Mounting kits for use with the AP-277 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales representative for more details.
  • Page 2 Grounding Point USB Console Port, Reset button and LED AC Power Interface LAN Port WAN Port A proper Allen wrench (8mm) is required to open the cover of the USB Console port. Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 3: Ethernet Ports

    None Ethernet Ports The 277 Series is equipped with two 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) Gigabit Ethernet ports (WAN and LAN port) for wired network connectivity. The WAN port supports 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE), accepting 48 VDC (nominal) as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) such as a PoE Figure midspan injector.
  • Page 4: Reset Button

    The system 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. AC Power Interface The 277 Series is capable of AC power in the range of 100 - 240 VAC. The power cord or power connector kit are sold separately. Grounding Point Always remember to protect the AP by installing grounding lines.
  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    Layer 2/3 network connectivity to your AP  One of the following network services:  Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP)  DNS server with an “A” record  DHCP Server with vendor specific options  | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 6: Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity

    RF propagation and should have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in RF plan. Aruba Networks, Inc., in compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the 277 Series access points so that only authorized network administrators can change the settings. For more information about access poit configuration, refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide/Instant Quick Start Guide and ArubaOS User Guide/Instant User Guide.
  • Page 7: Identifying Known Rf Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference Sources

    à proximité d'autres antennes ou émetteurs-récepteurs. Access Point Installation The Aruba 277 Series access points can be installed on a wall or attached to a pole using the AP-270-MNT-H1 mounting kit. The IAP-277 access point does not ship with any mounting kit. The AP-270-MNT-H1 mounting kit is available as accessories and must be ordered separately.
  • Page 8 Figure 6 Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a wall 6. Use the M10x30 screw (with washer) and M10 nut included in the package to attach the mounting holder to the mounting bracket as shown in Figure Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 7. Slide the holder of the AP into the opening of the mounting holder and use two M6x20 screws included in the package to fix the AP to the mounting holder as shown in Figure Figure 8 Attaching the AP to the Mounting Holder | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 10 Figure 10 Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Pole 2. Use the M10x30 screw (with washer) and M10 nut included in the package to attach the mounting holder to the mounting bracket as shown in Figure Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 AP to the mounting holder as shown in Figure Figure 12 Attaching the AP to the Mounting Holder Figure 13 Attaching the AP to the Mounting Holder (Completed) | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 12: Grounding The Ap

    2. Slide the clamping ring over the cable. 3. Using a crimping tool, attach the shielded RJ45 connector to the end of the cable. 4. Remove the weatherproof cap on the Ethernet port. Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 13: Connecting The Power Cable

    In many countries this will require a licensed electrician to perform this operation. In Japan, this would is a Certified Electrician by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 14: Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity

    Table 1 Table 2 Refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for further and initializing successfully (see details on verifying post-installation network connectivity. Configuring the AP This section is specific to the AP-277. Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 15: Product Specifications

    Dispose of Aruba products per local regulation. For the most current information about Global Environmental Compliance and Aruba products, see our website at www.arubanetworks.com. The expected service life for this device is 10 years. | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 16: Waste Of Electrical And Electronic Equipment

    Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 17 China RoHS Aruba products also comply with China environmental declaration requirements and are packaged with the “EFUP 25” label shown below. | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 18: Regulatory Information

    India RoHS This product complies with RoHS requirements as prescribed by E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, governed by the Ministry of Environment & Forests, Government of India. Turkey RoHS Ukraine RoHS Regulatory Information Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 19: Federal Communication Commission

    2. Navigate to Maintenance > About Aruba access points must be installed by a professional installer. The professional installer is responsible for ensuring that grounding is available and it meets applicable local and national electrical codes. | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 20: Industry Canada

    Japan Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...
  • Page 21: Нормативные Требования Евразийского Экономического Союза

    이 기기는 업무용 환경에서 사용할 목적으로 적합성평가를 받은 기기로서 가정용 환경에서 사용하는 경우 전파간섭 의 우려가 있습니다 . => 사용자 안내문은 “ 업무용방송통신기자재 ’ 에만 해당된다 Taiwan 所有技術文件皆必須秀出廠牌 / 型號,而使用手冊必須再補上警語,其警語?容如下:依據低功電波射性電機管辦法 第十二條 ※ 經型式認證合格之低功?射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均?得擅自 變頻、加大功或變原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條 | Installation Guide Aruba 277 Series Access Points...
  • Page 22 3. Wipe with a dry cloth, no additional maintenance required. 4. No serviceable parts, the unit must be sent back to the manufacturer for repair. 5. No modifications are allowed without Aruba approval. Aruba 277 Series Access Points | Installation Guide...

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