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Xirrus Wi-Fi Array XN16 Quick Installation Manual

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Quick Installation Guide
This Guide covers the steps required to install the Xirrus XN16 or XN8 Wi-Fi Array on a T-bar
ceiling and execute the initial power up of the Array. If installing the Array with a wall bracket
(XS-BKT-WALL-3900-3700), indoor enclosure (XE-2020), or outdoor enclosure (XE-4000,OUT),
refer to the accompanying Quick Installation Guide shipped with those products.
Product specifications start on
instructions, see the Wi-Fi Array User's Guide (part number 800-0006-001).
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You Need the Following Items:
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Wi-Fi Array Accessory Kit (included in the Wi-Fi Array shipping carton).
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Optional serial console cable (included). Cable lengths up to 25' are supported, per the
RS-232 specification
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Dedicated AC power source adjacent to each unit, or remote AC outlet(s) if using the
optional Xirrus Power over Gigabit Ethernet (PoGE) single port or eight port modules.
If using PoGE, the Array must be connected to PoGE networks without routing cabling to the
outside plant—this ensures that cabling is not exposed to lightning strikes or possible cross
over from high voltage lines.
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Copper Ethernet connection(s) to your wired network.
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Workstation with a Web browser to configure the Wi-Fi Array.
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Flat screwdriver and 7/16" nut driver for attaching the T-bar clips to the ceiling grid.
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Knife for cutting an access hole in the ceiling tile.
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Choose a Suitable Location
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The best location is ceiling-mounted within an open plan environment.
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Choose a location that is central to your users. Refer to the Wi-Fi Array User's Guide for
placement details—part number 800-0006-001.
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Keep the unit away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise—at least
3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters).
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Maintain a distance of 50 feet between additional Wi-Fi Arrays.
812-0004-001A
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9. For additional information and advanced installation
Wi-Fi Array™

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  • Page 1 Wi-Fi Array™ Quick Installation Guide This Guide covers the steps required to install the Xirrus XN16 or XN8 Wi-Fi Array on a T-bar ceiling and execute the initial power up of the Array. If installing the Array with a wall bracket (XS-BKT-WALL-3900-3700), indoor enclosure (XE-2020), or outdoor enclosure (XE-4000,OUT), refer to the accompanying Quick Installation Guide shipped with those products.
  • Page 2 Attach the T-Bar Clips to the Template Refer to Figure Pre-load the 4 T-bar clips through the holes in the mounting template and twist the clips until they are correctly aligned with the markings on the template. Figure 1. Attaching the T-Bar Clips to the Template...
  • Page 3 Secure the T-Bar Clips to the Ceiling Support Grid Refer to Figure The mounting template should be oriented in such a way that the Array’s abg2 omni- directional monitoring IAP (radio) is pointing in the direction of the least required wireless signal coverage—for example, a nearby exterior wall or entrance.

  • Page 4: Install The Mounting Plate

    Install the Mounting Plate Refer to Figure Align the Array’s mounting plate and secure it to the four T-bar clips using the nuts provided (steps e and f). Tighten the nuts to 10-12 lbf.ft (1.38-1.66 kgf.m), but do not overtighten. Figure 3.

  • Page 5: Connect The Cables

    Connect the Cables Refer to Figure Feed the power and Ethernet cable(s) through the access hole in the ceiling tile and the mounting plate, then connect the cables to the Array (steps g and h). The Ethernet cable(s) should be connected as follows: Gigabit 1 (mandatory)—used for the primary data and management connection to the Array.
  • Page 6 Attach the Wi-Fi Array to the Mounting Plate Refer to Figure Align the keyed slot in the center of the Array with the key post on the mounting plate. Key Post Alignment Hole Figure 5. Attaching the Array to the Mounting Plate Turn the Wi-Fi Array to the right to lock the unit into place—similar to the assembly of a smoke detector.
  • Page 7 Log In to the Wi-Fi Array Refer to Figure Establish a network connection to the Array. Be aware of the following: By default, the Array's Ethernet interfaces use DHCP to obtain an IP address. Open a Web browser. In the URL field, enter the IP address assigned by your DHCP server.
  • Page 8 Configure the Wi-Fi Array From the Home Page, click on Express Setup. Refer to Figure Figure 7. Express Setup Window Enter your basic configuration data, then click on the Save button to save your settings. Click on the Execute button to configure and enable all IAPs (radios) automatically. With a basic configuration established the Wi-Fi Array is now functional.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Product Specifications—XN16 and XN8 Element Specifications Number of Users Maximum of 64 associated users per radio 1024 users per Array (XN16) 512 users per Array (XN8) Physical Diameter: 18.65 inches (47.37 cm) Height: 3.87 inches (9.83 cm) Weight: 8lbs (3.63 kg) Environmental Operating Temperature: -10°C to 50°C...
  • Page 10 User and System Authentication: WPA and WPA2 Pre-Shared Key authentication Internal RADIUS Server, supports EAP-PEAP only 802.1x EAP-TLS 802.1x EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2 802.1x PEAPv0/EAP-MSCHAPv2 802.1x PEAPv1/EAP-GTC 802.1x EAP-SIM 802.1x EAP-LEAP Passthrough External RADIUS servers Authentication of Wi-Fi Arrays to the Xirrus Management System (XMS)
  • Page 11 Element Specifications Wireless Number of Radios: XN16: 12 x 802.11a/n radios 4 x 802.11a/b/g/n radios Only 12 radios should be used as 802.11a/n radios (i.e., 5 GHz band) concurrently. XN8: 4 x 802.11a/n radios 4 x 802.11a/b/g/n radios Wireless Standards: 802.11a/b/g/n 802.11e, 802.11i Channel Selection:...
  • Page 12 Element Specifications Performance Client Load Balancing Automatic load balancing between system radios Quality of Service: 802.1p wired traffic prioritization Wireless packet prioritization MAP CoS to TCID Fair queuing of downstream traffic Compliance FCC Part 15.107 and 15109, Class A EN 301.489 (Europe) Certifications Spectralink (Polycom) VIEW - operation with Spectralink...

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