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- Page 1 Meru Access Point Installation Guide Document Number: 880-00011-0006...
- Page 2 December 2004 0006 November 2004 0005 October 2004 0004 August 2004 0003 June 2004 0002 May 2004 0001 Copyright © Meru Networks, Inc., 2003–2004. All rights reserved. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Printed in USA.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 2 Installing the AP100......5 Safety Precautions ......5 FCC Safety Compliance Statement . - Page 4 Installing the Access Point ......22 Selecting a Location ......22 Attaching the AP200 Antennas .
- Page 5 Figure 4 AP100-P (Plenum Rated) ..................4 Figure 5 Attaching an Antenna to the AP100 .................10 Figure 6 Attaching the Ethernet Cable to the AP100 ..............10 Figure 7 AP100-P Plenum Installation Items .................12 Figure 8 Light-Pipe Extender Attached to Bracket ..............12 Figure 9 AP100-P Installed Above Ceiling Tile ..............14...
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- Page 7 Table 2 AP100 Installation Tools ..................8 Table 3 AP100 LED Descriptions ..................15 Table 4 AP100 Boot Status Information (LED 2) ..............16 Table 5 AP100-Controller Runtime Status Information (LED 2)......... 16 Table 6 AP200 Installation Items..................21 Table 7 AP200 Installation Tools ..................
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Page 9: About This Guide
This guide describes the features of the Meru Access Point family, which includes the AP200 and AP100 models. This guide also includes the hardware installation for both access points. The term access point is used interchangeably throughout this document to apply to either model when there are no differences between the models. -
Page 10: External References
Identifies critical information about actions that could result in equipment failure Warning! or bodily harm. Contacting Meru You can visit Meru Networks on the Internet at this URL: http://www.merunetworks.com Click the Support menu button to view Meru Customer Services and Support information. Customer Services and Support For assistance, contact Meru Customer Services and Support 24 hours a day at 1-888-637-8952 (1-888-Meru-WLA(N)) or 1-408-215-5305. -
Page 11: Fcc Compliance
Meru Networks will void your warranty and could void your authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity The AP100 complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC by conforming to the following standards:... - Page 12 FCC Compliance Note: This equipment can be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contract Meru Networks. Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use with the European community and other countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03...
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Page 13: About Meru Access Points
Meru Access Point Features Chapter 1 About Meru Access Points The Meru Access Point radio devices communicate with the Meru Controller and form the Wireless LAN (WLAN). The Meru Controller and Access Points connect to the site’s wired LAN through wired switches. -
Page 14: Meru Access Point Models
Meru Access Point Models end-to-end QoS. Meru Access points deliver a 5-fold increase in voice carrying capacity from the current 5-8 calls per access point to over 30 calls per Meru Access Point with no change to the 802.11 client. Over five times the scalability of alternate Access Points Meru Access Points are unique in their ability to dramatically increase performance over alternate APs, even as client density increases. -
Page 15: Figure 2 Ap200
IEEE 802.11b protocol and work with all standard WiFi clients. The AP100 also serves as an RF monitor to the Meru controller and provides real-time status of RF activity to optimize the wireless network. -
Page 16: Figure 4 Ap100-P (Plenum Rated)
Meru Access Point Models Access Point 100-P Figure 4: AP100-P (Plenum Rated) Meru Access Point Installation Guide... -
Page 17: Installing The Ap100
Safety Precautions Chapter 2 Installing the AP100 This chapter describes how to physically install the Meru AP100 and AP100-P. It contains the following sections: Safety Precautions Unpacking the Access Point Installation Requirements Installing the Access Point Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point. -
Page 18: Warnings
Safety Precautions Warnings Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix C. Warning! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Warning! Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use. -
Page 19: Unpacking The Access Point
On a vertical surface, usually a wall Underneath a horizontal surface, usually a ceiling Above a ceiling tile (this installation is supported only for the AP100-P) Suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with the Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code and Sections 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) and 12 - 100 of the Canadian Electrical... -
Page 20: Table 1 Ap100 Installation Items
Installation Requirements Table 1: AP100 Installation Items Installation Type Consumable Items Required Horizontal mounting None Vertical mounting over a wall stud Two #6 x 2" wood screws for a wood stud; or Two #6 x 1½" metal screws for a metal stud Vertical mounting on sheetrock Two #6 x 1"... -
Page 21: Installing The Access Point
APs obtain their power from 802.3af standard Power over Ethernet (PoE). The power can be supplied by a PoE-compatible network switch or PoE power injector installed between the switch and the AP. The Power LED on the AP100 (LED furthest from the RJ-45 connector) displays green if power is supplied correctly to the AP. -
Page 22: Mounting The Access Point
For each antenna, loosen the knurled ring at the base of the antenna (see Figure 5), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring. Connect the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable, as shown in Figure Ethernet cable Figure 6: Attaching the Ethernet Cable to the AP100 Installing the Meru Air Point 100... - Page 23 Section 300-22(C) of the National Electrical Code (NEC) for installation in a building’s environmental air space. Note: Only the Meru AP100-P, enclosed in a plenum-rated metal case, can be installed above ceiling tiles. The Meru AP100 enclosed in a plastic case, must be installed below ceiling tiles. Installing the AP100...
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Page 24: Figure 7 Ap100-P Plenum Installation Items
If there is insulation above the ceiling tile, clear it for at least three inches to the side and three inches above the AP100-P. Cut a hole in the tile, 1¼ inches in diameter, for the AP100-P light-pipe extender. The hole should be at least 6 inches from the edge of the tile. - Page 25 Attach the mounting bracket to the ceiling tile, using two #6 screws. Position the small holes on the bracket over the small holes on the back of the AP100-P. Use two screws supplied to attach the bracket to the AP100-P.
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Page 26: Checking Led Activity
Ceiling tile Light pipe extender Figure 9: AP100-P Installed Above Ceiling Tile Checking LED Activity After the AP100 is connected, the LEDs near the RJ-45 connector should light, as shown in Figure Link present Ethernet activity Figure 10: RJ-45 LEDs The green LED on the left blinks if any Ethernet activity is taking place. -
Page 27: Ap100 Status Leds
Checking LED Activity AP100 Status LEDs Four status LEDs on the face of the AP100 also light, as shown in Figure Power Boot status Wireless TX Wireless RX Figure 11: Access Point 100 Status LEDs The Power LED, farthest from the Meru logo, displays green when power is on. -
Page 28: Table 4 Ap100 Boot Status Information (Led 2)
Checking LED Activity Table 4: AP100 Boot Status Information (LED 2) AP100 LED activity Boot Stage Red, one second Power on Black, five seconds Access point self-test Yellow/Green, alternating for five seconds Downloading image from the controller Red, for one quarter second... -
Page 29: Installing The Ap200
Safety Precautions Chapter 3 Installing the AP200 This chapter describes how to physically install the Meru AP200. It contains the following sections: Safety Precautions Unpacking the AP200 Installation Requirements Installing the Access Point Checking LED Activity Safety Precautions Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. -
Page 30: Warnings
Safety Precautions Warnings Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix C. Warning! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Warning! Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use. -
Page 31: Unpacking The Ap200
Optional mounting kits are available for mounting the AP200 above or below a hanging ceiling. The AP200 mounting studs are placed so they can be used with brackets supplied by other vendors or to replace an AP100. Note: The AP200 has a security cable slot so you can secure the AP200 with a standard security cable, such as those used to secure laptop computers. -
Page 32: Installation Requirements
Installation Requirements Ceiling mount hole Access point mount Wall cable access Access point mount Locking detent Suspended ceiling cable access Access point mount Ceiling mount hole Figure 12: AP200 Mounting Bracket Installation Requirements The following recommended mounting locations provide the best reception for the AP200: On a horizontal surface, such as a table or a desk On a vertical surface, usually a wall Below a hanging ceiling... -
Page 33: Table 6 Ap200 Installation Items
Installation Requirements Table 6: AP200 Installation Items Installation Type Consumable Items Required Horizontal mounting None Vertical mounting over a wall stud Two #6 x 2" wood screws for a wood stud; or Two #6 x 1½" metal screws for a metal stud Mounting bracket Vertical mounting on sheetrock Two #6 x 1"... -
Page 34: Installing The Access Point
Installing the Access Point Installation Type Tools Required Horizontal mounting below a hanging Screwdriver ceiling Wrench or pliers Mounting above a hanging ceiling Wrench or pliers (AP200 metal enclosure only) Screwdriver Installing the Access Point Selecting a Location The AP200 requires a location that meets the following: Relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection to the network switch servicing the controller or optional nearby power supply for external power supply connector... -
Page 35: Mounting The Access Point
Installing the Access Point Caution! When changing the orientation of the antennas, be sure to slightly loosen the knurled ring before moving the antenna. Retighten the ring afterward. Otherwise, you might damage the internal cabling in the AP. Mounting the Access Point You can mount an AP200 in the following ways: Horizontally, as described in the “Horizontal Mounting”... -
Page 36: Figure 14 Ap200 Connector Panel
Installing the Access Point If using a separate power supply, connect the power cable to the power inlet connector shown in Figure (Reserved) Reset Console Antenna 1 100/1000 Power Antenna 2 (push to restore port Ethernet inlet default settings) CONSOLE ETHERNET 3.3 VDC ANT 1... -
Page 37: Figure 15 Ap200 Bracket
Installing the Access Point Ceiling mount hole Access point mount Wall cable access Access point mount Locking detent Suspended ceiling cable access Access point mount Ceiling mount hole Figure 15: AP200 Bracket Drill holes at the locations you marked: 3/16-inch holes if you are using plastic anchors —... -
Page 38: Figure 16 Aligning The Ap200 With The Bracket
Installing the Access Point Mounting bracket attached to wall Figure 16: Aligning the AP200 with the Bracket Mounting bracket Figure 17: Sliding the AP200 into the Bracket For external antennas, loosen the knurled ring at the base of each antenna (see Figure 13), point the antenna straight up, then retighten the ring. -
Page 39: Figure 18 Mounting The Ap200 To A Suspended Ceiling Rail
Installing the Access Point Connect the PoE 100BaseT Ethernet cable or 100BaseT Ethernet cable to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector shown in Figure Caution! Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can mistakenly be plugged into the Console port. Optionally connect the external power source connector to the AP power inlet connector (shown Figure 14) and to the power source. - Page 40 Installing the Access Point Place each spacer on the caddy fastener stud. The spacer legs should contact the ceiling T-rail. Align the mounting bracket keyholes with the caddy fastener studs and slide the AP200 to the narrow end of the hole. Attach a keps nut to each caddy fastener stud and hand tighten.
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Page 41: Figure 19 Mounting The Ap200 Above A Suspended Ceiling
Installing the Access Point Height adjustment screw Bracket mounting clip Mounting bracket T-bar hanger Height adjustment screw Access Point 200 Antennas T-rail clips Suspended ceiling T-rail Figure 19: Mounting the AP200 Above a Suspended Ceiling To mount an AP200 above suspended ceiling rails: Determine the location on the ceiling rails where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tile. -
Page 42: Figure 21 Attaching The Mounting Bracket To The Box Hanger
Installing the Access Point Figure 21: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Box Hanger Pass the long end clip through the large center hole to the underside of the the mounting bracket clip and then attach the bracket to the clip using the supplied screw (see Figure 21 orientation). -
Page 43: Checking Led Activity
Checking LED Activity Checking LED Activity Access point status LEDs are provided on the Ethernet connector and on the face of the AP200. Ethernet Connector LEDs After the AP200 is connected, the LEDs near the RJ-45 connector should light, as shown in Figure Link present Ethernet activity... -
Page 44: Ap200 Status Leds
Checking LED Activity AP200 Status LEDs Four status LEDs on the face of the AP200 also light, as shown in Figure STATUS POWER Figure 23: AP200 Status LEDs The functions of the status LEDs are described in Table When the AP200 is first connected to the controller and any time the access point is rebooted there- after, the AP initializes with and then is programmed by the controller. -
Page 45: Table 8 Ap200 Led Descriptions
Checking LED Activity Table 8: AP200 LED Descriptions Function RF 2 The status LED for Radio 2 is a follows: off—no radio present yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure solid green—radio OK blinking green—radio activity RF 1 The status LED for Radio 1 is a follows: off—no radio present yellow—radio initializing red—radio failure... - Page 46 Checking LED Activity State Interpretation AP200 LED Cycle Downloading Downloading image or configuration from the Green/Blue controller Green/Blue Error State Access point is in an error state. Red (blinking or solid) Call Meru technical support a. The AP200 LEDs cycle from bright to dim for each “blink.” Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
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Page 47: Appendix A Specifications
Caution! Changes or modifications to the Meru Access Point that are not expressly approved by Meru Networks will void your warranty and could void your authority to operate this equipment. Specifications... -
Page 48: Wireless Interface
Wireless Interface Wireless Interface Table 10: AP100 Wireless Interface Specifications Feature Details Wireless Standards 802.11b Antennas Two external antennas. Omnidirectional and directional antennas for specific coverage requirements Wireless Medium Access WiFi Compliant 802.11 MAC standard Power Management Power-save mode for clients in both QoS mode and non-QoS mode... -
Page 49: Ethernet Interface
Ethernet Interface Ethernet Interface Feature Detail Wireline Standard One 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet (IEEE 802.3) interface, supporting half-duplex and full-duplex modes Supports the Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af standard Physical Physical specifications for Meru Access Points are provided in the access point Data Sheet. Contact your Meru sales engineer for a copy of the document. - Page 50 Physical Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
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Page 51: Appendix B Declarations Of Conformity And Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure Guidelines for Operating Meru Access Points in Japan Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Models: AP100, AP100-P, AP200 FCC Certification number: Manufacturer: Meru Networks, Inc. 1309 S. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94087 This device complies with Part 15 rules. -
Page 52: Department Of Communications-Canada
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Meru 11-Mbps, 2.4-GHz AP100 Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 2.4- GHz spread spectrum devices, and Meru 54-Mbps, 5-GHz AP200 Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 5-GHz spread spectrum devices.The use of this device in a system... -
Page 53: European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, And Liechtenstein
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Deutsch: Dieses Gerät entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren entsprecheneden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU. -
Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity For Rf Exposure
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure The following CE mark is affixed to the 11 Mbps, 2.4 GHz access points with 100 mW radios: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be Note: restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. -
Page 55: Guidelines For Operating Meru Access Points In Japan
Guidelines for Operating Meru Access Points in Japan Guidelines for Operating Meru Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Meru Access Points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English. Japanese Translation English Translation This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed... - Page 56 Guidelines for Operating Meru Access Points in Japan Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
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Page 57: Appendix C Translated Safety Warnings
Appendix C Translated Safety Warnings This appendix provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in this publication. These translated warnings apply to other documents in which they appear in English. The following safety warnings appear in this appendix: Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Installation Warning Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning... -
Page 58: Dipole Antenna Installation Warning
Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Dipole Antenna Installation Warning Warning! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Meru Access Point Installation Guide... -
Page 59: Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Explosive Device Proximity Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning! Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use. Translated Safety Warnings... -
Page 60: Installation Warning
Installation Warning Installation Warning Warning! Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Meru Access Point Installation Guide... -
Page 61: Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning
Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Warning! This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors). Translated Safety Warnings... - Page 62 Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning Meru Access Point Installation Guide...
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Page 63: Appendix D Channels
Appendix D Channels This appendix provides the access point radio channels supported by the world’s regulatory domains. This appendix contains the following section: Channels Channels IEEE 802.11a The channel identifiers, channel center frequencies, and regulatory domains of each IEEE 802.11a 20-MHz-wide channel are listed in Table 12. -
Page 64: Ieee 802.11B/G
Channels Table 12: IEEE 802.11a Channels (Continued) Channel Frequency in Regulatory Domains Number Americas Japan Singapore Taiwan 5220 5230 5240 5260 5280 5300 5320 5745 5765 5785 5805 IEEE 802.11b/g The channel identifiers, channel center frequencies, and regulatory domains of each IEEE 802.11b/g 22-MHz-wide channel are listed in Table 13. - Page 65 Channels Table 13: IEEE 802.11b/g Channels (Continued) Channel Frequency in Regulatory Domains Number Americas EMEA Israel China Japan 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 2457 2462 2467 2472 2484 Channels...
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- Page 67 Limited Product Warranty This Limited Product Warranty applies to the original end-user customer of the Meru product which you purchased for your own use, and not for resale (“Product”), from Meru Networks, Inc. (“Meru”) or its authorized reseller (“Reseller”). Limited Warranties One-year limited hardware warranty: Meru warrants to you that Meru hardware (other than Third Party Products —...
- Page 68 THAT INTERFERENCES WITH RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND/OR RADIO AND TELEVISION RECEPTIONS MAY OCCUR AND THAT MERU WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OR INCONVENIENCE BASED ON SUCH INTERFERENCES. Third Party Products - The above Limited Warranties are exclusive of products manufactured by third parties (“Third Party Products”).
- Page 69 Meru. All inquiries or claims made under this Limited Product Warranty must be sent to Meru at the following address: Meru Networks Inc., 1309 South Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA Tel: 408-215-5300 Fax: 408-215-5301 Email: support@merunetworks.com...
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