Chapter 2 The Ap170 Platform; Ap170 Product Overview - Aerohive Networks AP121 Hardware Reference Manual

Chapter 2
The AP170 is a multi-channel mesh wireless access point with a watertight chassis that can be deployed in
virtually any outdoor setting, including extreme environments. With four antennas and the ability to provide
service concurrently on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, the AP170 supports 802.11n and legacy 802.11a, b,
and g clients. The device provides 2x2 MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) and a single 10/100/1000
Ethernet port through which it is powered using PoE (Power over Ethernet) that follows the IEEE 802.3at
standard.
This chapter covers the following topics relating to the AP170 device:
• "AP170 Product Overview" on page 18
• "Ethernet Port" on page 19
• "Antennas" on page 19
• "Installing the AP170" on page 20
• "Kit Contents, Required Accessories, and Tools" on page 20
• "Safety Instructions and Site Hazard Warnings" on page 20
• "Mounting the AP170" on page 21
• "Vertical Pole Mount" on page 22
• "Horizontal Pole Mount" on page 23
• "Flat Surface Mount" on page 24
• "Attaching External Antennas" on page 25
• "Attaching the Ethernet Cable Waterproof Housing" on page 26
• "PoE and Ethernet Protection" on page 26
• "Accessing the Internal Reset Switch" on page 28
• "Device, Power, and Environmental Specifications" on page 29
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