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WatchGuard AP130 Hardware Guide
The WatchGuard AP130 is a 2x2 802.11ax dual radio access point that supports up to 574 Mbps data rate
on 2.4 GHz band and 1200 Mbps on 5 GHz band.
The AP130 is an ideal Wi-Fi 6 solution to support low-density indoor environments like a small office or
remote workers.
Access Point Management
You can manage the AP130 with WatchGuard Cloud. WatchGuard Cloud delivers a simplified platform for
Wi-Fi management to easily deploy, configure, and report on your wireless networks.
For more information on how to set up your access point with WatchGuard Cloud, see
watchguard.com/start.
About Your Hardware
Hardware Specifications

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  • Page 1 WatchGuard AP130 Hardware Guide The WatchGuard AP130 is a 2x2 802.11ax dual radio access point that supports up to 574 Mbps data rate on 2.4 GHz band and 1200 Mbps on 5 GHz band. The AP130 is an ideal Wi-Fi 6 solution to support low-density indoor environments like a small office or remote workers.
  • Page 2 Hardware Description Hardware Description Chipset Qualcomm QCA8072 1 Gbps Processor and RAM Qualcomm Cypress IPQ6010-0 Cypress Quad-core A53 at 1.6GHz 1024 MB DDR3L (512 x 2) Radio Model Radio 1: 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Colbalt QCN5021 2x2 with internal Radio 2: 5 GHz Qualcomm Colbalt QCN5052 2x2 Radio Type and Frequency Radio 1: 2.4 GHz 2x2 11b/g/n/ax Band...
  • Page 3: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements To safely install your WatchGuard access point, we recommend that you: Install the device indoors Make sure the device has adequate clearance for air flow and cooling Other environmental requirements: Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
  • Page 4: Hardware Description

    Hardware Description The access point has these connections on the bottom panel of the device. Bottom Panel Connections Reset Button Resets the access point to factory-default settings. Use a paper clip or other small object to press the reset button through the hole. Press and hold the reset button for up to 10 seconds.
  • Page 5: Side Panel Connections

    Status Solid Red Device is booting (Solid Red indicates a hardware issue) Flashing Red Device cannot connect to WatchGuard Cloud Device did not receive an IP address from DHCP Solid Blue Device is online Flashing Blue Flash LED action from WatchGuard Cloud...
  • Page 6 Mount and Connect the Access Point Your package includes the AP130, ceiling mount t-rail brackets, and wall mount screws and spacers. The MAC address and serial number of your access point are printed on a label on the back of the device. Make sure you record this information before you mount the access...
  • Page 7: Ceiling Mount

    Ceiling Mount The ceiling mount bracket is intended for use with ceilings with a t-rail system. 1. Slide the ceiling mount base into the slot on the back panel of the access point. 2. Hold the access point with one hand to reach the other hand over the t-rail sides of the bracket. 3.
  • Page 8: Wall Mount

    Wall Mount 1. Determine where the access point will be placed and mark the location for the two mounting holes (98.14 mm apart). 2. Drill the two mounting holes (8.1mm diameter and 26mm depth) and hammer the anchors into the holes. 3.
  • Page 9 You can optionally purchase a free standing bracket for your access point: WatchGuard AP Universal Free Standing Bracket (WG9017) The stand enables you to safely place your access point on a desk or other flat surface if you do not want to mount the device on a wall or ceiling.
  • Page 11: Connect The Access Point

    Connect the Access Point Plug one end of the Ethernet cable from your network into the LAN PoE port on the bottom panel of the access point. Make sure the other end of the Ethernet cable is connected to your network through a hub, switch, or injector with PoE (802.3af/at) power enabled.
  • Page 12: Power Adapter (Optional)

    Power Adapter (Optional) An optional AC power adapter supplies 12V DC power to the device. AC Power Adapter Specs WatchGuard Part Number WG9009 AC Input Voltage Rating 100-240V, 50-60Hz Output Voltage DC 12V, 2.5A Region Specific Adapter Plugs US, UK, AU/NZ, EMEA (all included) Temperature Operating: 0 - 40°C (32 –...
  • Page 13: Ethernet Power Injector (Optional)

    This device complies with IEEE 802.3at/af PoE specifications. Do not use any PoE adapters that are not IEEE 802.3at/af compliant as they may damage your device. To connect an Ethernet Power Injector to the WatchGuard access point: 1. Plug the Ethernet Power Injector into an AC power source.
  • Page 14 Ethernet Power Injector Specs AC Input Voltage Rating 100-240VAC Input Current 0.8A max for 100VAC Output Power 30W maximum Ethernet Interfaces LAN: RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Mbps data POE: RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Mbps data and power Voltage: Pin4, 5:54V, Pin7, 8:Return Indicator Power: Green Temperature...
  • Page 15: Safety Warning

    Notices All WatchGuard products are designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These requirements include product safety approvals and other global compliance standards. Please read these instructions carefully before operating the product, and refer to them as needed to ensure the continued safe operation of your product.
  • Page 16: Industry Canada Certification

    This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body CE Notice The CE symbol on your WatchGuard Technologies equipment indicates that it is in compliance with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive and the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) of the European Union (EU).
  • Page 17 Pour une utilisation en intérieur uniquement.
  • Page 18: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/EU. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/EU: EN 60950-1:2006+A11+A1+A12+A2:2013 Safety of Information Technology Equipment (ITE) EN 55024:2010 Immunity for Information Technology Equipment (ITE)
  • Page 20 Brazil ANATEL Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados. CISPR 22 Statement Este produto não é apropriado para uso em ambientes domésticos, pois poderá causar interferências eletromagnéticas que obrigam o usuário a tomar medidas necessárias para minimizar estas interferências.
  • Page 21 WEEE statutes, and that the recovery of our product per the specific EU country legislative requirements is seamless for our product’s end users. If you have a WatchGuard product that is at its end of life and needs to be disposed of, please contact WatchGuard Customer Care Department at: U.S.

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