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Fortinet FAP-U422EV
Best Practices Guide
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  • Page 1 Fort- inet. For absolute clarity, any such warranty will be limited to performance in the same ideal conditions as in Fortinet's internal lab tests.
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  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Support ..........2 About FAP-U422EV ....... 1 Default Radio Settings .
  • Page 22 Pole Mounting FAP-U422EV......10 Wall Mounting FAP-U422EV......11 Planning AP Location .
  • Page 23 Migrating to Wave2 FAP ......21 General Recommendation ......21 Migrating from 11abgn MCA Networks to 11ac MCA Networks .
  • Page 24 FCC Guidelines ..........33 Industry Canada Guidelines .
  • Page 25: About Fap-U422Ev

    About FAP-U422EV The FAP-U422EV is a dual-radio, dual-band 802.11ac Wave-2 access point that supports one radio configured for 2.4 GHz operation and one radio configured for 5 GHz 11ac operation. The AP supports MCA (Multi-Channel architecture) deployment options, such as single-chan- nel architecture (SCA), with or without Virtual Cell, SCA with channel layering, and MCA with ARRP (Auto Radio Resource Provisioning).
  • Page 26: Support

    Ethernet Ports • Supports two Gig-E ports, labeled LAN1 and LAN2 • Auto-negotiation supported • LAN1 and LAN2 is the uplink port with PoE support. • LACP supported. Power • 802.3at without PSE out (25 Watts) • 802.3at+ with PSE out (40 Watts) Ethernet Ports...
  • Page 27: Deployment Considerations

    With BYOD, the client count per AP/radio has continued to rise, as one would expect. What follows are some general client density guidelines for the FAP-U422EV. • The maximum capability of the FAP-U422EV is 128 clients per radio, or 256 clients per AP. 802.11ac Deployment...
  • Page 28: Security Profiles

    AP. • These recommendations for FAP-U422EV are for both MCA and virtual Cell. The actual number of clients recommended per radio depends on number and types of appli- cations in use, SLAs, client types, etc. This subject is discussed in detail in the guide titled "BPG - High Density Design and Deployment,"...
  • Page 29: Snr

    Ethernet port/s, a 1G controller uplink port will most often be more than adequate for bridged mode deployments. FAP-U422EV requires approximately 38W (802.3at+) static power supply with PSE out and 25W (802.3at) without PSE out. Customers that currently have 802.3af power will need to upgrade to 802.3at power.
  • Page 30 Switch and PoE Guidelines...
  • Page 31: Mounting Fap-U422Ev

    Mounting FAP-U422EV The FAP-U422EV has eight external antennas. This AP can be mounted on the ceiling or a wall. The FAP-U422EV uses high gain omni directional antennas with 360 degrees Horizontal and greater than 60 degrees vertical beam width of coverage.
  • Page 32: Antenna Radiation Patterns

    Antenna Radiation Patterns This section describes the radiation patterns of the antennas. Antenna Radiation Pattern 2.4GHz Horizontal 2.4GHz Vertical   Antenna Radiation Patterns...
  • Page 33 Antenna Radiation Pattern 5GHz horizontal   5GHz Vertical   Antenna Radiation Patterns...
  • Page 34: Pole Mounting Fap-U422Ev

    Pole Mounting FAP-U422EV Follow this procedure to attach the unit to a pole vertically or horizontally using the supplied pole mount bracket and straps.. Attach the wall-mount base securely to the back of the unit using the provided mounting screws.
  • Page 35: Wall Mounting Fap-U422Ev

      Wall Mounting FAP-U422EV Follow this procedure to attach the unit to a wall using the supplied wall mount bracket. Using the wall-mount base as a template, mark the location of the mounting bolt holes on a flat wall surface.
  • Page 36 Attach the device onto the wall by using the mounting bolts to secure the mounting base to the wall. Wall Mounting FAP-U422EV...
  • Page 37: Planning Ap Location

    You can adjust the placement of the AP depending on the sitesurvey results. FAP-U422EV has a built in mechanism to perform a sitesurvey of a 11ac network that provide you with true validation of AP placement and RF coverage. Some of the benefits of using the sitesurvey features include: •...
  • Page 38: Using Cli

    • No controller required while taking measurements at different floors and locations in the building • Surveys using laptop or tablet or mobile phone • Easy-to-use web UI for setting up and measuring survey data • Real time RSSI, S/N ratio, 802.11 Tx and Rx rates •...
  • Page 39: Setting Inactivity Time

    Setting Inactivity Time sitesurvey inactivitytime <itime> This command sets the time (in seconds) the AP will remain in the sitesurvey mode before a client associates with it. The time is specified in seconds and by default the AP will remain in the sitesurvey mode for 3600s.
  • Page 40: By Default, Ssid For Both Radios Are Broadcast

    When using the GUI, the browser window will reset after 3600 seconds of inactivity, irrespec- tive of the time set for inactivity. The browser refresh time cannot be changed. ss > sitesurvey ssid 3 <?]?] if SSID is not specified MERU_SITE_SUR- VEY_2.4 is assigned as SSID for radio1 MERU_SITE_SURVEY_5 is assigned as SSID for radio2.
  • Page 41: Save Sitesurvey Configuration

    • Enter 3 for both the radios Use this command to selectively set the transmit power for AP radios. By default, Tx power is set to maximum possible Tx power based on the country code, channel and the hardware capabilities. The sitesurvey txpwr set 3 command (without the power value) will set the max Tx power supported for the selected country to both the radios.
  • Page 42: Viewing Sitesurvey Results

    Parameters Description SSID Radio 0 Enter a value that you will be broadcast for connecting your Wi-Fi client. The default values are Meru_Site_Survey_2.4 for Radio 0 and Meru_Site_Sur- SSID Radio 1 vey_5 for Radio 1. Country Select a country from this list. This selection automatically sets the first valid channel for each radio.
  • Page 43: Using Gui

    Using GUI By default, the Sitesurvey page is displayed when you connect to the AP via browser. The Sitesurvey page among other pre-configured values displays key information about the con- nectivity experience of your Wi-Fi client. Note: The GUI page shows Sitesurvey results of only ONE client (the last connected client) connected to the AP.
  • Page 44: Ap Density

    AP Density A good rule of thumb when determining the optimal 11n AP density, from the perspective of a station, is that a station, no matter where it is located, should be able to hear from 2 to 3 APs. This recommendation would still hold true for 11ac networks if the design called for approxi- mately -65 dBm signal strength or greater everywhere;...
  • Page 45: Migrating To Wave2 Fap

    Migrating to Wave2 FAP The following section contains instructions for migrating from wave1 11ac APs. The informa- tion is applicable to AP122, AP822, AP832 General Recommendation The general recommendation when migrating from 11n and wave1 AP to wave2 (FAP- U422EV) is to proceed with one floor or section of a building at a time. This recommendation holds true for SCA (Single Channel Architecture) networks or MCA (Multi-Channel Architec- ture) networks, although the reasons behind these recommendations differ.
  • Page 46: Validating Coverage Post-Migration

    FAP-U422EV are configured to use different channels than the bordering non-wave2 access points. Different ESS Profile Names are used for the FAP-U422EV and the bordering non-AP832s. (The same SSID can be used for both sets of APs.) A different controller is used for each model of AP (11ac and non-11ac) and the controller index numbers are unique.
  • Page 47: Migrating In Fortiwlm

    Migrating in FortiWLM In order to facilitate the FAP-U422EV migration within FortiWLC (SD) and FortiWLM, a guide that describes the process to swap out APs has been created. Once the swap process has been performed on the controller, FAP-U422EV automatically get updated in FortiWLM.
  • Page 48 Migrating in FortiWLM...
  • Page 49: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information The Fortinet Access Point (APs) must be installed and used in strict accordance with the man- ufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. For country-specific approvals, see below. Fortinet Networks, Inc. is not responsible for any...
  • Page 50: Regulatory Specifications

    • FCC Part 15.407 - 47 CFR15.407 • RSS-210 • EN 300 328 • EN 301 893 • Japan Radio (Ninsho) Declaration of Conformity, Federal Communication Commission Manufacturer Information Fortinet Networks, Inc 894 Ross drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 Regulatory Specifications...
  • Page 51: Declaration Of Conformity

    The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this fre- quency when using the integrated antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Fortinet could void the user's authority to operate this device. Declaration of Conformity, Industry Canada This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive.
  • Page 52: Manufacturer Information

    Manufacturer Information Fortinet Networks, Inc 894 Ross drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 Declaration of Conformity The Class B digital portion of this apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003. These devices comply with RSS210 of Industry Canada. La partie numérique de Classe B de cet appareil est conforme à la norme ICES-003 canadien.
  • Page 53 deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de ce dispositif This device and its listed antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Cet appareil et son antenne énuméré...
  • Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity, R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec

    Device Name Industry Canada ID Number (Nom de l'appareil) (Industrie Canada Numéro d'identification) FAP-U422EV 7280B-291BB033 Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provisions of Directive.
  • Page 55 • The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed. Declaration of Conformity, R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...
  • Page 56: Vcci Statement

    International Guidelines This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves. The FAP-U422EV device includes radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recom- mended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by an independent scien- tific organization (ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
  • Page 57: Fcc Guidelines

    FCC Guidelines This device meets FCC guidelines for exposure to radio waves. The and FAP-U422EV include radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in FCC Part 1.1310. The guidelines are based on IEEE ANSI C 95.1 (92) and include a sub- stantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
  • Page 58: Industry Canada Guidelines

    Industry Canada Guidelines This device meets Industry Canada guidelines for exposure to radio waves. The and FAP-U422EV include radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6.
  • Page 59: Cautions And Warnings

    The power injector module is designed for indoor use only. Never mount the power injector outside with the FAP-U422EV or where it may be exposed to the elements. The FAP-U422EV does NOT support standard 802.3af compliant power, therefore the supplied injector must be used.
  • Page 60 "Achtung" weist auf eine mögliche Gefährdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod führen kön- nen. Sie finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch: Un avertissement attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de décès. Ci- dessous, vous trouverez les avertissements utilisés dans ce manuel. Una advertencia le llama la atención sobre cualquier posible peligro que pueda ocasionar daños personales o la muerte.
  • Page 61 Any Ethernet cables installed in air-handling spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum), or CMP (Communications Plenum). Alle Ethernet Kabel, die in Lüftungsräumen installiert werden, sollten gemäß...
  • Page 62 Indoor antennas must be positioned to observe minimum separation of 20 cm. (~ 8 in.) from all users and bystanders. For the protection of personnel working in the vicinity of inside (downlink) antennas, the following guidelines for minimum distances between the human body and the antenna must be observed.
  • Page 63: Additional Notes

    Additional Notes Maximum EIRP The EIRP is the sum of transmit power and antenna gain. By default, FAP-U422EV EIRP is set lower than the regulatory limit. Manufacturing Information The FAP-U422EV models are built in China. Contact Fortinet Networks for manufacturing related information.
  • Page 64: Frequencies Blocked For Regulatory Compliance

    China This device complies Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products or China RoHS. FAP-U422EV may contain hazardous substances are marked with the EIP logo including an Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP) value in 10 years.

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