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Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point
Installation Guide
*324136-A*
Part No. NN47250-307 (324136-A)
October 2007
4655 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054

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  • Page 1 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide *324136-A* Part No. NN47250-307 (324136-A) October 2007 4655 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054...
  • Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Nortel Networks. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Nortel Networks does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 Nortel. Exchange Products not returned to Nortel will be invoiced at full Product list prices. Replacement Products may be new, reconditioned or contain refurbished materials. In connection with any warranty services hereunder, Nortel may in its sole discretion modify the Product at no cost to you to improve its reli- ability or performance.
  • Page 4 Products at its then-prevailing repair rates. The limited warranty for the Product does not apply if, in the judgment of Nortel, the Product fails due to damage from shipment, handling, storage, accident, abuse or misuse, or it has been used or maintained in a manner not conforming to Product manual instructions, has been modified in any way, or has had any Serial Number removed or defaced.
  • Page 5 30 days of purchase to obtain a credit for the full purchase price. “Software” is owned or licensed by Nortel, its parent or one of its subsidiaries or affiliates, and is copyrighted and licensed, not sold. Software consists of machine-readable instructions, its components, data, audio-visual content (such as images, text, recordings or pictures) and related licensed materials including all whole or partial copies.
  • Page 6 Regulations at 48 C.F.R. Sections 12.212 (for non-DoD entities) and 48 C.F.R. 227.7202 (for DoD entities). b)Customer may terminate the license at any time. Nortel may terminate the license if Customer fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this license. In either event, upon termination, Customer must either return the Software to Nortel or certify its destruction.

  • Page 7: Class B Interference Statement

    2332-A1, 2332-A2, 2332-A3, 2332-A4, 2332-A5, 2332-A6, 2332-E1, 2332-E2, 2332-E3, 2332-E4, 2332-E5, 2332-E6, 2332-E7, 2332-E8, 2332-E9, 2332-J1. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices This section includes the following FCC statements for the WLAN 2332-A1 and related Series 2332 access points: • Class B Interference Statement •...

  • Page 8: Fcc Caution

    Contact Nortel for a list of approved 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz external antennas. This device must be operated with the CAT-5 Ethernet cable installed on each activated Ethernet Port of a Series 2332 access point to ensure compliance with the Class B emissions standards. Failure to comply with this installation requirement may cause the device to operate in excess of the allowable emissions limits.

  • Page 9: Regulatory Compliance

    KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND The WLAN Access Point 2332-E1 and related Series 2332 access points communicate with a Nortel Networks WLAN - Security Switch using a standard CAT-5 (Category 5) or higher 10/100 Mbps twisted pair Ethernet cable to provide wireless local area networking (WLAN) capabilities.
  • Page 10 European Community Declaration of Conformity WLAN Radio Model 2332, as stated in the following Declarations of Conformity, represents all models in the Series 2332 as listed above. Bulgaria български С това, nortel обявява, че този модел на радио на WLAN 2332, е...
  • Page 11 WLAN, è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle alter disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Latvia Latviski Ar šo Norteldeklarç, ka WLAN Radio Model 2332, atbilst Direktîvas 1999/5/ EK bûtiskajâm prasîbâm un citiem ar to saistîtajiem noteikumiem. Lithuania Lietuviø Šiuo Norteldeklaruoja, kad šis WLAN Radio Model 2332, atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
  • Page 12 This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Additional restrictions of use for the 2332-E1 and related Series 2332 access points within the European Community countries in the 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz band are listed below.
  • Page 13 • Operation for the 2332-E1 is restricted to the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz band. No operation is permitted in either the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz or 5.470 to 5.725 GHz bands because the device is noncompliant with the DFS requirements stated in EN 301-893 v1.3.1.

  • Page 14: Korea Mic Compliance Statement

    Korea MIC Compliance Statement Possible radio wave interference during operation of concerned radio equipment. B. For Home Use (Class B device) This product obtained EMC Registration for home use. It can be used in all areas, including homes. Taiwan Compliance Statement 802.11b/802.11g/BT Article 12 Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance...
  • Page 15 4.7.7 Manufacturers of U-NII devices are responsible for ensuring frequency stability such that an emission is maintained within the band of operation under all conditions of normal operation as specified in the user manual. Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 16: External Antenna Statement

    External Antenna Statement Intentional radiators, such as the Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point, are not intended to be operated with any antenna(s) other than those furnished by Nortel. An intentional radiator may only be operated with the antenna(s) with which it is authorized.

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Installing a Series 2332 access point ........
  • Page 18 Series 2332 Access Point Region Lock Mechanism....57 IEEE 802.11a/b/g Channel Designations: ....... 58 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band .

  • Page 19: How To Get Help

    Getting help over the phone from a Nortel solutions center If you don’t find the information you require on the Nortel Technical Support Web site, and have a Nortel support contract, you can also get help over the phone from a Nortel Solutions Center.
  • Page 20 To access some Nortel Technical Solutions Centers, you can use an Express Routing Code (ERC) to quickly route your call to a specialist in your Nortel product or service. To locate the ERC for your product or service, go to: http://www.nortel.com/erc...

  • Page 21: Introducing The Nortel Wlan 2332 Series System

    Nortel WLAN 2332 Series System ........

  • Page 22: Documentation

    WLAN with the WLAN Management Software tool suite. Read this guide to learn how to plan wireless services, how to configure and deploy Nortel equipment to provide those services, and how to optimize and manage your WLAN.

  • Page 23: Safety And Advisory Notices

    High voltage. This situation or condition can cause injury due to electric shock. Note. This information is of special interest. Text and syntax conventions Nortel manuals use the following text and syntax conventions: Convention Monospace text Bold text Italic text Menu Name >...
  • Page 24 24 Introducing the Nortel WLAN 2332 Series System NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 25: Ap Overview

    External hardware features ..........26 A Nortel Access Point (AP) provides IEEE 802.11 wireless access to the network. APs are designed for use with a Nortel WLAN—Security Switch (WSS).

  • Page 26: External Hardware Features

    External hardware features Figure 1 Figure 2 show the external hardware features of the Series 2332 access point. Figure 1. AP Model —Top View Diameter 16.76 cm (6.6 inches) Figure 2. AP Model Series 2332 —Bottom View Kensington security slot...

  • Page 27: Cable Ports

    The AP receives power and data through the RJ-45 ports. Use a Category 5 (Cat 5) cable with straight-through signaling and standard RJ-45 connectors to connect an AP to an WSS or other device in the network. The Series 2332 access point supports 802.3af, and also can receive PoE from Nortel switches and Nortel-approved power injectors.

  • Page 28: Status Leds

    The AP has LEDs that provide status information of the device. describes the LEDs. Figure 3. Health and Radio LEDs—Series 2332 access point Radio 2 LED Table 1: Access Point LEDs—Series 2332 access point Appearance Health Solid green Solid amber...
  • Page 29 Table 1: Access Point LEDs—Series 2332 access point (continued) Appearance Radio 1 Solid green Radio 2 Blinking green Blinking amber Alternating green and amber Unlit Meaning A client is associated with the radio. Associated client is sending or receiving traffic.
  • Page 30 30 AP overview NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 31: Installing And Connecting A Series 2332 Access Point

    Installing a Series 2332 access point ........

  • Page 32: Installation Requirements And Recommendations

    Open the carton and carefully remove the contents, if you have not already done so. Place the packing materials back in the carton and save the carton. Verify that you received each item in the previous list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Nortel. Installation requirements and recommendations For best results, follow these requirements and recommendations before installing an AP.

  • Page 33: Wss Recommendation

    WSS recommendation Nortel recommends that you install and configure the WSS before installing an AP. If the switch is already installed and configured for the access points, you can immediately verify the cable connection when you plug the cable into the RJ-45 port on the AP.

  • Page 34: Additional Radio Safety Advisories

    Table 2 lists the pin signals for the 10/100 Ethernet straight-through wiring. Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are used when Nortel Power over Ethernet (PoE) is enabled on the port. RD stands for Receive Data and TD stands for Transmit Data.

  • Page 35: Installing A Series 2332 Access Point

    PoE- PoE- Mounting a Series 2332 access point on a solid surface requires using a Cat-5e cable that does not have strain relief. For installation on all other surfaces, you can use the Cat-5e cable with or without strain relief.
  • Page 36 Junction box Solid wall or ceiling Note. A Series 2332 access point is plenum rated, so it can also be installed in the space above the ceiling if preferred. Figure 5 shows the universal mounting bracket. NN47250-302 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 37: Suspended Ceiling Installation-Flush Ceiling Tiles

    Slide the two halves of the clamp toward each other until the tabs are inserted completely into the holes and the clamp fits snugly on the T-bar. Port connector opening T-bar flanges Table 3 on page 36.) Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide Figure 6 on page...
  • Page 38 Figure 6. Step 4—Installing a T-bar Clamp T-bar T-bar clamp halves Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the AP by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Unlock hole on the AP as shown in Caution! components, do not use excessive force when inserting a tool into the Unlock or Lock hole.
  • Page 39 Rotate the universal mounting bracket clockwise until the flanges snap into place on the T-bar or clamp as shown in 9, place the universal mounting bracket against the T-bar or clamp so that the Figure 10 on page Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 40 Figure 10. Step 7—Bottom View Port connector opening Pull the Cat-5 cable about 15 cm (about 6 inches) out of the hole in the ceiling tile and through the port connector opening to create enough slack to insert the cable. Insert the Cat-5 cable into the connector: 10 Install the Kensington lock (optional).

  • Page 41: Suspended Ceiling Installation-Drop Ceiling Tiles

    To prevent possible damage to the AP, make sure the device is T-bar 53. Otherwise, go to “Verifying AP health” on page Table 3 on page 36.) Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide step 12 on “Connecting an...
  • Page 42 Slide each half of the clamp onto the T-bar so that the clamp lip is fully on the T-bar. Slide the two halves of the clamp toward each other until the tabs are inserted completely into the holes and the clamp fits snugly on the T-bar. Figure 13 shows an example for a 23.9-mm (15/16-inch) T-bar.
  • Page 43 Figure To avoid damage to the AP’s lock mechanism or electronic Figure 16 on page 17, place the universal mounting bracket against the T-bar clamp so that the two Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 44 Rotate the universal mounting bracket clockwise until the flanges snap into place on the T-bar clamp as shown in Figure 18 on page Figure 17. Step 6—Top View Universal mounting bracket T- bar T-bar clamps (attached to T-bar) Port connector opening (Viewed from above ceiling tiles, looking down.) Figure 18.
  • Page 45 11 Lock the AP onto the bracket by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Lock hole on the access point as shown in Caution! locked onto the bracket before releasing it. Figure To prevent possible damage to the AP, make sure the device is fully Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide Figure 19 on page...

  • Page 46: Junction Box Installation

    Figure 20. Step 10—Locking the Bracket Lock 12 To ensure that the AP is fully locked onto the bracket, gently pull down on the access point and attempt to rotate it from side to side. If the access point comes off the bracket, relock the device onto the bracket as described in page 13 If the other end of the Cat-5 cable is not already connected and the link activated, then go to an AP to a WSS”...
  • Page 47 Insert the #6-32 x 1-inch machine screws in the universal mounting bracket’s screw holes, and use a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver to tighten them. Figure 22 on page Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide Figure...
  • Page 48 Figure 23. Step 3—Placing the Bracket on the Junction Box Junction box Pull the Cat-5 cable about 15 cm (about 6 inches) out of the junction box and through the port connector opening to create enough slack to insert the cable into the port connector. Insert the Cat-5 cable into the connector.

  • Page 49: Solid Wall Or Ceiling Installation

    Install the drywall anchor(s): 53. Otherwise, go to “Verifying AP health” on page Table 3 on page 36.) Figure 27 on page Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide step 8 on “Connecting an 51.) The AP fits into...
  • Page 50 Insert a drywall anchor into each hole, up to the beginning of the threads on the anchor. Screw each anchor the rest of the way into its hole using a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver. Remove the screw from each anchor and save the screw(s) for Unlock the universal mounting bracket from the AP by inserting the 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the Unlock hole on the AP as shown in Caution!
  • Page 51 As shown in Figure 51, feed the Cat-5 cable through the port connector opening and align the 28, insert the Cat-5 cable into the connector: Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide Figure 27.) The AP fits into these...
  • Page 52 Figure 28. Step 8—Cable Placement Install the Kensington lock (optional). Loop the Kensington lock’s cable around an object that cannot be moved or damaged by a person pulling on the cable. Insert the key into the Kensington lock. Insert the Kensington lock into the security slot on the AP. Rotate the key right or left to secure the lock to the AP.

  • Page 53: Connecting An Ap To A Wss

    To connect the AP indirectly to a WSS though the network, configure a Distributed AP connection on the WSS. You can use the CLI or WLAN Management Software to configure an AP or Distributed AP connection. (See the Nortel WLAN Security Switch 2300 Series Configuration Guide or the Nortel WLAN Management Software 2300 Series User Guide.) 53.
  • Page 54 Figure 30 shows how to insert a Cat-5 cable into a 10/100 Ethernet port on a WSS. Refer to this figure as you perform the procedure. Figure 30. 10/100 Cat-5 Cable Installation Insert a Cat-5 cable with a standard RJ-45 connector as shown in the supplied Cat-5 straight-through cable.

  • Page 55: Verifying Ap Health

    The 10/100 Ethernet ports on a WSS are configured as wired network ports by default. You or the system administrator must change the port type for a WSS port directly connected to an AP to activate the link. (See the Nortel WLAN 2300 Series—Security Switch Installation and Basic Configuration Guide.) Verifying AP health After you install the AP and enable PoE on the Ethernet cable connected to the AP, you can easily verify the AP’s status...
  • Page 56 56 Installing and connecting a Series 2332 Access Point NN47250-302 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 57: Series 2332 Access Point Region Lock Mechanism

    Series 2332 Access Point Region Lock Mechanism A regional regulatory lock function has been implemented in the Series 2332 access points to manage the various worldwide operating channels and country approval requirements. The regional lock function contains sixteen (16) regions that are grouped by their operating frequency channels for both the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz 802.11a/b/g bands for indoor operation.

  • Page 58: Ieee 802.11A/B/G Channel Designations

    IEEE 802.11a/b/g Channel Designations: 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band IEEE Mode 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g Channel Number Frequency [GHz] 2.412 2.417 2.422 2.427 2.432 2.437 2.442 2.447 2.452 2.457 2.462 IEEE Mode 11b/g 11b/g 11b/g Channel Number Frequency [GHz] 2.467 2.472 2.484...
  • Page 59 All combinations, such as 1, 2, 7 represent all of the channels listed in the separate sections of 1, 2 and 7: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 The 2332-A1 and 2332-E1 operating channels are listed below for reference: 2332-A1: 2.4 GHz band (802.11b/g): 5.0 GHz bands (802.11a):...
  • Page 60 60 Series 2332 Access Point Region Lock Mechanism NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 61: External Antennas

    Glossary of common antenna terminology ....... . 123 This section introduces the external antenna portfolio available for the Series 2332 access points.
  • Page 62 The WLAN 2300 series external antennas are the only external antennas certified by Nortel for use with WLAN 2300 systems. WLAN Series 2332 Access Points outfitted with non-certified external antennas are not supported under Nortel support agreements. The WLAN 2300 system must be upgraded to WSS Software v6.0 (or later) and WMS v6.0 (or later) in order to support Series 2332 access points and their associated external antennas.

  • Page 63: External Antenna Selector Guide For The Series 2332 Access Points For Indoor Operation

    Intentional radiators, such as the Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Points, are not intended to be operated with any antenna(s) other than those furnished by Nortel. An intentional radiator may only be operated with the antenna(s) with which it is authorized. For a complete listing of antennas for use with this product, visit http://www.nortel.com/support.

  • Page 64: Ghz Antennas

    PC2415NA36RSM DR4000077E6 SR24120DN36RSM DR4000087E6 S241290PN36RSM DR4000086E6 Nortel Cushcraft Model Number SQ5153WPN36RSM DR4000069E6 S5153WBPN36RSM DR4000070E6 S51514WPN36RSM DR4000071E6 NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03) 24143 WLAN 15-Element Yagi Antenna with an average gain of 14.1 dBi, 3-foot cable with a Reverse SMA connector and an articulating mount. Antenna is rugged, easy to install and provides a very symmetrical and uniform pattern.
  • Page 65 Reverse SMA connector. Each antenna port can be used individually to support 802.11 b/g and 802.11a systems simultaneously for dual-band, non-diversity applications. Optimal for use in high data rate, high capacity configurations such as enterprise offices. Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 66: Antenna Selection Decision Trees

    Antenna selection decision trees The following decision trees are intended to quickly guide users to the appropriate model(s) based on basic criteria. • The distinction between office and industrial types refers solely to the aesthetic suitability of an antenna for each environment.
  • Page 67 External Antennas 67 Figure 31. 5 GHz Antennas Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 68: Dual-Band 802.11A/B/G (2.4/5.0 Ghz)

    Figure 32. 2.4 GHz Antennas Dual-Band 802.11a/b/g (2.4/5.0 GHz) • Dual-band, Tri-mode 802.11a/b/g Spatial Diversity Antenna, DR4000078E6 – See b/g Spatial Diversity Antenna” NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03) “Dual-band, Tri-mode 802.11a/...

  • Page 69: Antenna Descriptions - 802.11A (5.0 Ghz) Antennas

    5.725 - 5.85 GHz, 0.1 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Ultra-compact, low profile design with minimum visual impact ❥ Ideal for large indoor open spaces and locations with high ceilings ❥ Measures 2” x 2” x ¾” Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 70 70 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 71 External Antennas 71 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 72 Wide-band Omni Antenna Nortel Order Number: DR4000070E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model S5153WBPN36RSM ❥ 5.15 - 5.25 GHz, 4.5 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.25 - 5.35 GHz, 3.8 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.470 - 5.725 GHz, 4.7 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.725 - 5.85 GHz, 4.4 dBi Peak Gain ❥...
  • Page 73 External Antennas 73 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 74 74 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 75 5.470 - 5.725 GHz, 13.0 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.725 - 5.85 GHz, 12.9 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Wall or pole mounting ❥ Articulating feature allows customizable antenna pattern ❥ Measures 4” x 4” x 1.4” Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 76 76 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 77 External Antennas 77 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 78: 13 High-Gain Directional Panel Antenna

    13 High-Gain Directional Panel Antenna Nortel Order Number: DR4000090E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model S4901790PN36RS ❥ 5.15 - 5.25 GHz, 15.7 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.25 - 5.35 GHz, 15.9 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.470 - 5.725 GHz, 16.0 dBi Peak Gain ❥...
  • Page 79 External Antennas 79 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 81 External Antennas 81 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 83 External Antennas 83 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 84 84 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 85 5.725 - 5.85 GHz, 9.5 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Wall or pole mounting options available ❥ Symmetrical and uniform 120 degree H-plane and 15 degree E-plane patterns ❥ Measures 1" x 2.4" x 9.5" Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 86 86 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 87 External Antennas 87 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 89 External Antennas 89 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 91 External Antennas 91 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 92: Antenna Descriptions - 802.11B/G (2.4 Ghz) Antennas

    Antenna descriptions – 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) antennas Omni-directional Colinear Dipole Nortel Order Number: DR4000088E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model S2403BPXN36RSM ❥ 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 4.9 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Rugged housing suitable for industrial deployments ❥ Ideal for large open areas ❥...
  • Page 93 External Antennas 93 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 94 94 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 95 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 4.5 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Bi-directional, low profile ceiling antenna ❥ Paintable with light, non-metallic coating ❥ 3-foot cable ❥ Measures 6.12” x 6.12” x 1.25” Antenna for custom color matching Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 96 96 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 97 External Antennas 97 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 98 Omni-directional Ceiling Panel Nortel Order Number: DR4000074E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model SL2402PN36RSM ❥ 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 0.0 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Very uniform and symmetrical antenna pattern ❥ Well-suited for high-density deployments ❥ 3-foot cable ❥ Measures only 2” x 2” x 0.7”...
  • Page 99 External Antennas 99 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 100 100 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 101 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 6.5 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Well-suited for wall mounted applications ❥ Good for hallways and corridors ❥ Easy to disguise or hide ❥ 3-foot cable ❥ Measures only 5.2” x 3.8” x 0.5” Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 102 102 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 103 External Antennas 103 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 104 Directional Panel Antenna Nortel Order Number: DR4000076E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model S2409PN36RSM ❥ 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 8.8 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Well-suited for wall mounted applications ❥ Good for hallways and corridors where multi-path and scattering can be a problem ❥...
  • Page 105 External Antennas 105 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 106 106 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 107 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 14.1 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Articulating mount for precise direction pointing ❥ Good for long and narrow zones like tunnels ❥ 3-foot cable ❥ Measures 26.5” x 3.75” x 1.5” Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 108 108 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 109 External Antennas 109 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 110 10 Directional Patch Panel Nortel Order Number: DR4000087E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model SR24120DN36RSM ❥ 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 11 dBi Peak Gain ❥ Uniform 120 degree H-plane and 14 degree E-plane pattern ❥ Wall or pole mounting options available ❥ Designed for long, wide coverage environments ❥...
  • Page 111 External Antennas 111 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 112 112 External Antennas NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 113 Uniform 90 degree H-plane and 17 degree E-plane pattern ❥ Tilt-mount available for precise direction pointing(shown) ❥ Designed for long, wide coverage environments ❥ 3-foot cable ❥ Measures 26" x 3" x 1" Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 114 114 External Antennas Horizontal Polarization BW = 90 Deg NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 115 External Antennas 115 Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 116: 2.4/5.0 Ghz Dual Antenna

    2.4/5.0 GHz Dual antenna 12 Dual-band, Tri-mode 802.11a/b/g Spatial Diversity Antenna Nortel Order Number: DR4000078E6 ❥ Cushcraft Model S24493DSN36RSM ❥ 2.4 - 2.5 GHz, 3.0 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 4.90 - 5.15 GHz, 4.0 dBi Peak Gain ❥ 5.15 - 5.25 GHz, 3.9 dBi Peak Gain 5.25 - 5.35 GHz, 3.2 dBi Peak Gain...
  • Page 117 External Antennas 117 Azimuth Pattern for 2.4 GHz Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 119 External Antennas 119 Elevation Pattern 2 for 2.4 GHz Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 120 120 External Antennas Azimuth Pattern for 5.0 GHz NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)
  • Page 121 External Antennas 121 Elevation Pattern 1 for 5.0 GHz Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 122 122 External Antennas Elevation Pattern 2 for 5.0 GHz NN47250-307 (324136-A Version 01.03)

  • Page 123: Glossary Of Common Antenna Terminology

    H-Plane graph – The horizontal plane graph shows the radiated antenna coverage pattern as a horizontal cross section - as if looking directly at the antenna from above. For example: Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
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  • Page 125: Ap Troubleshooting

    If the LED is green and is glowing steadily, the AP was booted successfully by the WSS and is ready for operation. • If the LED is not steadily glowing green, see (For descriptions of all the LEDs, see Table 5: Health LED States (Series 2332 Access Points) Health or LINK Diagnosis LED Appearance Not solid green AP radio needs to be enabled.
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  • Page 127: Ap Technical Specifications

    WLAN Management software or the WSS’s CLI. In addition, the Series 2332 access points are region locked to only operate in their approved regulatory domain. If the country of operation entered into the switch does not match the region loaded into the AP at manufacture, the AP will not operate.
  • Page 128 Status indicators Health/WSS and radio LEDs (For descriptions of the LEDs, see Wired network ports Two RJ-45 ports for 10/100BASE-T Ethernet and Power over Ethernet (PoE) for the 2332 Series only. Standards compliance IEEE 802.11 IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.3af...

  • Page 129: Mac Addresses

    MAC addresses Each Series 2332 access point is assigned a unique block of 64 MAC addresses. Each radio has 32 MAC addresses and can therefore support up to 32 SSIDs, with one MAC address assigned to each SSID as its BSSID.
  • Page 130 Table 10: MAC Address Allocations on a Series 2332 access point AP base MAC Address • The AP has a base MAC address. All the other addresses are assigned based on this address. Ethernet Port MAC • Ethernet port 1 equals the AP base MAC address.

  • Page 131: Translated Caution Statement, Warning Conventions And Warning Messages

    The following caution statement, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this manual. Caution! The Nortel WLAN Access Point 2332 Series radios are disabled by default and can be enabled only by a system administrator using the WSS. Attention! Les communications radios points d'accès WLAN 2332 Série de Nortel sont...

  • Page 132: Warning Conventions

    132 Translated caution statement, warning conventions and warning messages Warning conventions Warning! This situation or condition can cause injury. Avertissement! Warnung! Diese Situation oder dieser Umstand kann zu Verletzungen führen. Advertencia! Aviso! Esta situação ou condição pode causar ferimentos. Avviso! Situazione o condizione che può...

  • Page 133: Qualified Service Personnel Warning

    Leia e siga todos os avisos e instruções destacados no produto ou que façam parte da documentação. Avviso! L'installazione deve essere eseguita esclusivamente da personale qualificato. Leggere e seguire tutti gli avvisi e le istruzioni presenti sul prodotto o inclusi nella documentazione. Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...

  • Page 134: Radio Safety Warnings

    134 Translated caution statement, warning conventions and warning messages Radio safety warnings Warning! Install this device in such a manner as to maintain a minimum of 20 cm (7.9 inches) separation distance between the radiating element(s) and all persons. This safety warning conforms with FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
  • Page 135 Non utilizzare il punto di accesso nelle vicinanze di involucri esplosivi non schermati o in qualsiasi ambiente in cui siano presenti sostanze esplosive, a meno che il dispositivo non sia stato modificato per tale uso da personale qualificato. Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 136 136 Translated caution statement, warning conventions and warning messages Warning! Do not touch or move the access point when the antennas are transmitting or receiving. Avertissement! des antennes. Warnung! Berühren und bewegen Sie den Zugangspunkt nicht, wenn die Antennen senden oder empfangen. Advertencia! o reciben.
  • Page 137 Avviso! Prima di utilizzare un dispositivo wireless in un ambiente pericoloso, controllare i codici locali e nazionali e consultare i relativi servizi antinfortunistici per le restrizioni sull'uso. Nortel WLAN Series 2332 Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 138 Avertissement! Série de Nortel ne sont pas destinés à fonctionner avec des antennes autres que celles fournies par Nortel. Un émetteur intentionnel peut fonctionner uniquement avec une antenne agréée. Pour une liste complète des antennes agréées à utiliser avec ce produit,...

  • Page 139: Index

    26 inventory 31 mounting bracket 27 required, list of 35 top view 26 health LED description 28 troubleshooting with 57, 125 verifying AP health with 55 High-Gain Directional Panel Antenna 75, 78 Nortel WLAN Access Point 2332 Series Installation Guide...
  • Page 140 Nortel Mobility System 21 Omnidirectional Ceiling Panel Antenna 95, 98 Omnidirectional Colinear Dipole Antenna 92 PoE (Power over Ethernet) pin signals 34 specifications 127 use with Nortel devices only 33 ports 27 product documentation 22 radio LEDs 29 radios health 57, 125...
  • Page 141 Wide-band Omni Antenna 72 WLAN Management System wall installation recommendations 33 work order 32 WLAN Security Switch. See WSS work order, WLAN Management System 32 WSS (WLAN Security Switch) AP LEDs 54 recommendation 33 Nortel WLAN Access Point 2332 Series Installation Guide...
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  • Page 144 Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The information in this document is proprietary to Nortel Net- works.

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