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Allied Telesis AT-AP500 Installation Manual

Cloud-managed enterprise-class wireless access point with ieee802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual radio
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Draft 11-11-2016
AT-AP500
Cloud-Managed Enterprise-class Wireless Access Point
with IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Radio
Installation Guide
613-002286 Rev. B

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  • Page 1 Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Cloud-Managed Enterprise-class Wireless Access Point with IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Radio Installation Guide 613-002286 Rev. B...
  • Page 2 Allied Telesis, Inc. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Reset Button .............................. 18 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point ......................19 Reviewing Safety Precautions ........................20 Unpacking the AT-AP500 Access Point..................... 22 Installing the Access Point on a Wall or Ceiling ..................23 Guidelines............................23 Mounting the Base Plate to the Wall or Ceiling ................... 24 Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Access Point................
  • Page 4 Draft 11-11-2016 Contents...

  • Page 5: List Of Figures

    Draft 11-11-2016 SwitchBlade x3106 Installation Guide List of Figures Figure 1: Rear Panel Components ........................13 Figure 2: AT-TQ0091 AC/DC Power Adapter....................22 Figure 3: Ventilation Slots..........................23 Figure 4: Base Plate Hole Dimensions......................24 Figure 5: Mounting Base Plate ........................24 Figure 6: Bottom of Access Point ........................
  • Page 6 Draft 11-11-2016 List of Figures...

  • Page 7: List Of Tables

    Table 1. Components on the Rear Panel ....................... 13 Table 2. Twisted Pair Cable for the LAN Port ....................16 Table 3. LEDs on the AT-AP500 Access Point ....................17 Table 4. AT-AP500 Physical Specifications ....................33 Table 5. Environmental Specifications ......................33 Table 6.
  • Page 8 Draft 11-11-2016 List of Tables...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Draft 11-11-2016 Preface This guide contains the hardware installation instructions for the AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point. This preface contains the following sections:  “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 8  “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 9...

  • Page 10: Safety Symbols Used In This Document

    Draft 11-11-2016 Preface Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the following conventions. Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.

  • Page 11: Contacting Allied Telesis

    AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on this page: ...
  • Page 12 Draft 11-11-2016 Preface...
  • Page 13 Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 1 Overview This chapter describes the hardware components of the AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point. This chapter contains the following sections:  “Features” on page 12  “Rear Panel Components” on page 13  “LAN Port” on page 15 ...

  • Page 14: Chapter 1: Overview

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 1: Overview Features The main features of the product are listed here:  Dual concurrent radio: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz  IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac  MIMO with internal omni antennas — 2.4 GHz radio: 3x3:3ss — 5 GHz radio: 4x4:4ss ...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Components

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Rear Panel Components The rear panel components of the AT-AP500 Access Point are illustrated in Figure 1. Kensington Reset LAN Port Lock Button DC Power Console Connector Port Figure 1. Rear Panel Components The components are listed in Table 1.
  • Page 16 This connector is for the AT-TQ0091 Power Adapter. The access point can be powered with PoE+ on the LAN port or the power adapter. The AT-TQ0091 Power Adapter does not come with the access point. It must be ordered separately from Allied Telesis.

  • Page 17: Lan Port

    The LAN port is used to connect the device to your Local Area Network (LAN), typically through an Ethernet switch. Power over The AT-AP500 Access Point supports Power over Ethernet (PoE+) on the LAN port. The unit is a PoE+ class 4 powered device with a maximum Ethernet power consumption of 17.2 watts.

  • Page 18: Automatic Mdix Detection

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 1: Overview Table 2. Twisted Pair Cable for the LAN Port 10Mbps 100Mbps 1000Mbps Cable Type Non- Non- Non- PoE+ PoE+ PoE+ PoE+ PoE+ PoE+ Standard TIA/EIA 568- B-compliant Category 3 shielded or unshielded cabling with 100 ohm impedance and 16 MHz frequency.

  • Page 19: Leds

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide LEDs The LEDs on the AT-AP500 Access Point are described in Table 3. Table 3. LEDs on the AT-AP500 Access Point State Description Solid Green The unit is receiving DC power that is within the normal operating range.

  • Page 20: Reset Button

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 1: Overview Reset Button The Reset button on the rear panel is used to reboot the unit. The Reset button is recessed to prevent it from being accidentally pressed. To press the button, use a pointed object, such as the end of a straightened paper clip.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Installing The Access Point

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes how to install the AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point. This chapter contains the following sections:  “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 20  “Unpacking the AT-AP500 Access Point” on page 22 ...

  • Page 22: Reviewing Safety Precautions

     indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled Translated Safety Statements on the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Warning To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user- serviceable parts inside. This unit contains hazardous voltages and should only be opened by a trained and qualified technician.
  • Page 23 Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Warning Operating Temperature. This product is designed for a maximum ambient temperature of 40°C  Warning To reduce the risk of electric shock, the PoE port on this product must not connect to cabling that is routed outside the building where this device is located.

  • Page 24: Unpacking The At-Ap500 Access Point

     One bracket and one base plate for wall or ceiling mounting If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. If you are not using the PoE feature on the LAN port of the access point to power the device, you need to separately order the AT-TQ0091 AC/DC Power Adapter.

  • Page 25: Installing The Access Point On A Wall Or Ceiling

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Installing the Access Point on a Wall or Ceiling This procedure contains the following sections.  “Guidelines”  “Mounting the Base Plate to the Wall or Ceiling” on page 24  “Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Access Point” on page 25 ...

  • Page 26: Mounting The Base Plate To The Wall Or Ceiling

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Mounting the To mount the base plate to the wall or ceiling, perform the following: Base Plate to the 1. Using the base plate as a template, mark the four holes for mounting Wall or Ceiling the base plate to the wall or ceiling.

  • Page 27: Attaching The Mounting Bracket To The Access Point

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Attaching the To attach the mounting bracket to the access point, perform the following: Mounting 1. Place the access point upside down on a flat surface. Bracket to the 2. Place the bracket against the bottom of the access point and use the Access Point bracket to push downward on the stopper nub (see Figure 6).

  • Page 28: Attaching The Access Point To The Base Plate

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 8. Attaching the Mounting-Bracket Screw Attaching the To attach the access point and mounting bracket to the base plate on the wall or ceiling, perform the following: Access Point to the Base Plate 1.

  • Page 29: Cabling The Access Point

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 4. Fasten the access point to the base plate by turning the base-plate captive screw clockwise using a Phillips-head screwdriver, as shown in Figure 9 on page 26. Cabling the To install cabling on the access point, perform the following: Access Point 1.

  • Page 30: Figure 11: Connecting The Power Cable From The At-Tq0091 Ac/Dc Adapter

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 11. Connecting the Power Cable from the AT-TQ0091 AC/DC Adapter 5. Check the AC plug on the AC/DC Power Adapter to see if it is the correct plug for your region. If it is not the correct plug, remove it by pushing down on the release tab and sliding it from the slot on the adapter.

  • Page 31: Figure 13: Installing An Ac Plug On The At-Tq0091 Ac/Dc Power Adapter

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 6. Slide the correct AC plug for your region into the slot on the adapter until it clicks into place. Refer to Figure 13. Figure 13. Installing an AC Plug on the AT-TQ0091 AC/DC Power Adapter 7.

  • Page 32: Kensington Lock

    Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Kensington Lock A Kensington lock can be used to secure the device. The lock is located on the rear panel (see Figure 14.) Kensington Lock Figure 14. Kensington Lock...

  • Page 33: Starting The Initial Management Session On The Access Point

    Refer to the AlliedView Cloud User’s Guide. Note This account will share the login credentials with the Allied Telesis Support portal account. 2. Add one or more access points to the account by entering the access point name and serial number.
  • Page 34 Draft 11-11-2016 Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point...

  • Page 35: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    “Power Specifications” on page 34  “LAN Port” on page 35 Physical Specifications Table 4. AT-AP500 Physical Specifications 170.0 mm x 170.0 mm x 35.0 mm Dimensions (W x D x H) (6.7 in. x 6.7 in. x 1.4 in.) Weight 0.47 kg (1 lb.)

  • Page 36: Power Specifications

    Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix A: Technical Specifications Power Specifications Table 6. AT-AP500 Maximum Power Consumption AT-AP500 17.2 watts Table 7. AT-TQ0091 Power Adapter Input Range 240 Vac Input Frequency 47-63 Hz Input Power Consumption (no load) <0.3W max. Output Voltage +12 VDC Output Current 2A max.

  • Page 37: Lan Port

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide LAN Port Table 8. LAN Port Specifications Connector RJ45 IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T) Standards IEEE 802.3u (100Base-TX) IEEE 802.3ab (1000Base-T) PoE standard IEEE 802.3at (class 4) Figure 15 illustrates the pin layout of the LAN port.

  • Page 38: Table 10. Mdi-X Pin Signals (10Base-T Or 100Base-Tx)

    Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix A: Technical Specifications Table 10 lists the pin signals for the MDI-X configuration at 10 or 100 Mbps. Table 10. MDI-X Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) Signal Table 11 lists the pin signals when the LAN port is operating at 1000 Mbps.

  • Page 39: Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements

    Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements This appendix contains the following regulatory statements:  “Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Certifications” on page 38  “Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement” on page 39  “Industry Canada Statement” on page 41 ...

  • Page 40: Safety And Electromagnetic Compatibility Certifications

    Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Certifications Table 12. Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Certificates Environmental RoHS Compliance WEEE Compliance Mark TUV-T UL/cUL Wi-Fi Certified Electromagnetic AS/NZS CISPR 22, Class B Compatibility (EMC) CISPR 22, Class B EN 301 489-1 EN 301 489-17 EN 55022, Class B...

  • Page 41: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 42 Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 26cm between the radiator & your body. Note The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to all US model.

  • Page 43: Industry Canada Statement

    Draft 11-11-2016 AT-AP500 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Industry Canada Statement This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 44 Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements (iv) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-àd., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5.26-5.32GHz, 5.50-5.58GHz and 5.66-5.70GHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.

  • Page 45: Europe - Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: ...
  • Page 46 Käesolevaga kinnitab Allied Telesis seadme wireless access point vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. English Hereby, Allied Telesis, declares that this wireless access point is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español...
  • Page 47 Allied Telesis declara que este wireless access point está conforme com os requisitos [Portuguese] essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko Allied Telesis izjavlja, da je ta wireless access point v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in [Slovenian] ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky Allied Telesis týmto vyhlasuje, že wireless access point spĺňa základné...
  • Page 48 Draft 11-11-2016 Appendix B: Regulatory & Compliance Statements...

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