Aruba Networks IAP-210 Series Installation Manual

IAP-210 Series Wireless Access Point
Installation Guide
The Aruba IAP-214 and IAP-215 wireless access points support the IEEE 802.11n
standard for high-performance WLAN. These access points use MIMO (Multiple-
in, Multiple-out) technology and other high-throughput mode techniques to
deliver high-performance, 802.11n 2.4 GHz and 802.11ac 5 GHz functionality
while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g wireless services. The IAP-
210 Series access points work only in conjunction with a virtual controller.
The Aruba IAP-210 Series access point provides the following capabilities:
 Wireless transceiver
 Protocol-independent networking functionality
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point
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 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor
 Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3af PoE
The IAP-210 Series requires Aruba Instant 4.1.1 or later.
Package Contents
 IAP-214 or IAP-215 Access Point
9/16" and 15/16" Ceiling Rail Adapters

 Aruba Instant Quick Start Guide
 Installation Guide (this document)
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use
these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.

IAP-210 Series Hardware Overview

Figure 1 IAP-210 Series LEDs

LEDs

The IAP-210 Series is equipped with four LEDs that indicate the status of the
various components of the AP.
 PWR: Indicates whether or not the IAP-210 Series is powered-on
ENET: Indicates the status of the IAP-210 Series' Ethernet port

 5 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11a/n radio
 2.4 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11b/g/n radio
Table 1 IAP-210 Series Series LED Meanings
LED Color/State Meaning
PWR Off No power to AP
Green - Flashing AP booting
Green - Steady AP ready
ENET Off Ethernet link unavailable
Yellow - Steady 10/100Mbps Ethernet link established
Green - Steady 1000Mbps Ethernet link established
Flashing Ethernet link activity
5 GHz Off 5 GHz radio disabled
Yellow - Steady 5 GHz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN mode
Green - Steady 5 GHz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode
Flashing - Green 5 GHz Air or Spectrum Monitor
2.4 GHz Off 2.4 GHz radio disabled
Yellow - Steady 2.4 GHz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN
mode
Green - Steady 2.4 GHz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode
Flashing - Green 2.4 GHz Air or Spectrum Monitor
Figure 2 IAP-210 Series Side View (IAP-214 shown)
ANT2 ANT1 ANT0
USB Port

External Antenna Connectors

The IAP-214 is equipped with three external antenna connectors. The connectors
are labeled ANT0, ANT1, and ANT2, and correspond to radio chains 0, 1, and 2.
For optimal performance when using articulating direct-mount antennas,
professional installers must orient the antennas with ANT0 and ANT2 at 45
degree angles and ANT1 oriented straight out (see Figure 3).
Figure 3 AP-214 Antenna Orientation
USB Interface
The IAP-210 Series is equipped with a USB interface for connectivity with
cellular modems.
The USB interface is disabled when the IAP-210 Series is powered from
802.3af PoE.
Figure 4 IAP-210 Series Rear
Console Port
The serial console port allows you to Serial Port Pin-Out
Figure 5
connect the AP to a serial terminal or a
Serial RJ-45 Female
laptop for direct local management. This
Console Port Pin-Out
port is an RJ-45 female connector with
the pinouts described in . Connect it
directly to a terminal or terminal server
using an Ethernet cable.
Direction
Input
Output

Ethernet Port

IAP-210 Series is equipped with one 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) auto-sensing,
MDI/MDX wired-network connectivity port. This port supports IEEE 802.3af and
802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliance, accepting 48 VDC (nominal) as a
standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE)
such as a PoE midspan injector, or network infrastructure that supports PoE.
The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports are on the bottom of the AP. These ports
have RJ-45 female connectors with the pin-outs shown in
Figure 6 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pin-Out
RJ-45 Female Signal Name
Pin-Out
1 BI_DA+
2 BI_DA-
BI_DB+
3
BI_DC+
4
5 BI_DC-
BI_DB-
6
BI_DD+
7
8 BI_DD-
DC Power Socket
If PoE is not available, an optional Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately)
can be used to power the IAP-210 Series.
Additionally, a locally-sourced AC-to-DC adapter (or any DC source) can be used
to power this device, as long as it complies with all applicable local regulatory
requirements and the DC interface meets the following specifications:
12 VDC (+/- 5%)/18W

 Center-positive 1.7/4.0 mm circular plug, 9.5 mm length

Reset Button

The reset button can be used to return the AP to factory default settings. To reset
the IAP:
1. Power off the IAP.
2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a
paperclip.
3. Power-on the IAP without releasing the reset button. The power LED will
flash within 5 seconds.
4. Release the reset button.
The power LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is
completed. The AP will now continue to boot with the factory default settings.

Before You Begin

Fcc Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the
United States (non-US model Regulatory Domain model/s) will be in
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violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or
intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate
termination of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
EU Statement:
Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Please refer to the Aruba Instant User Guide for details on restrictions.
Produit réseau local radio basse puissance operant dans la bande
fréquence 2.4 GHz et 5 GHz. Merci de vous referrer au Aruba Instant User
Guide pour les details des restrictions.
!
Low Power FunkLAN Produkt, das im 2.4 GHz und im 5 GHz Band arbeitet.
Weitere Informationen bezlüglich Einschränkungen finden Sie im Aruba
Instant User Guide.
Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare
riferimento alla Aruba Instant User Guide per avere informazioni detagliate
sulle restrizioni.

AP Pre-Installation Checklist

Before installing your IAP-210 Series IAP, ensure that you have the following:
CAT5e or better UTP cable of required length

 One of the following power sources:
IEEE 802.3at or 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) source. The

POE source can be any power source equipment (PSE) controller or
midspan PSE device
1  Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately)
2
3 TxD
GND
4
5 GND

Summary of the Setup Process

6 RxD
7
8
Successful setup of an IAP-210 Series access point consists of five tasks, which
must be performed in this order:
1. Identify the specific installation location for each AP.
2. Install each AP.
3. Verify post-installation connectivity.
4. Configure the.virtual controller. Refer to the Aruba Instant Quick Start
Guide
Aruba Networks, Inc., in compliance with governmental requirements, has
designed the IAP-210 Series access points so that only authorized network
administrators can change the settings. For more information about AP
Figure 6.
configuration, refer to the Aruba Instant Quick Start Guide and Aruba
Instant User Guide.
Function
Bi-directional pair +A
Bi-directional pair -A Access points are radio transmission devices and as such are subject to
Bi-directional pair +B
governmental regulation. Network administrators responsible for the
Bi-directional pair +C
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configuration and operation of access points must comply with local
Bi-directional pair -C
broadcast regulations. Specifically, access points must use channel
Bi-directional pair -B
assignments appropriate to the location in which the access point will be
Bi-directional pair +D
Bi-directional pair -D
used.

Identifying Specific Installation Locations

You can mount the IAP-210 Series access point on a wall or on the ceiling. Use
the AP placement map generated by Aruba's Airwave VisualRF Plan software
application to determine the proper installation location(s). Each location
should be as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area and
should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of interference. These RF
absorbers/reflectors/interference sources will impact RF propagation and
should have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in
VisualRF plan.
Identifying Known RF Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference
Sources
Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in
the field during the installation phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are
taken into consideration when you attach an AP to its fixed location. Examples
of sources that degrade RF performance include:
Cement and brick

 Objects that contain water
Metal

 Microwave ovens
 Wireless phones and headsets

Installing the AP

Service to all Aruba Networks products should be performed by trained
service personnel only.

Using the Ceiling Rail Adapter

The IAP-210 Series ships with two ceiling rail adapters for 9/16" and 15/16"
ceiling rails. Additional wall mount adapters and ceiling rail adapters for other
rail styles are available as accessory kits.
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Maximum supported weight of the ceiling rail adapter is 3.75 kg.
Make sure the AP fits securely on the ceiling tile rail when hanging
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the device from the ceiling, because poor installation could cause it
to fall onto people or equipment.
1. Pull the necessary cables through a prepared hole in the ceiling tile near
where the AP will be placed.
2. Place the adapter against the back of the AP with the adapter at an angle of
approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see
3. Twist the adapter clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see
7).
Figure 7).
Figure