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Ruijie RG-AP180 Hardware Installation And Reference Manual

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Ruijie RG-AP180 Access Point
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
Document Version: V1.4
Date: 2023.08.17
Copyright © 2023 Ruijie
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  • Page 1 Ruijie RG-AP180 Access Point Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Document Version: V1.4 Date: 2023.08.17 Copyright © 2023 Ruijie Networks...
  • Page 2 Some or all of the products, services or features described in this document may not be within the scope of your purchase or use. Unless otherwise agreed in the contract, Ruijie Networks does not make any express or implied statement or guarantee for the content of this document.

  • Page 3: Preface

    Preface Intended Audience This document is intended for: Network engineers  Technical support and servicing engineers  Network administrators  Technical Support Ruijie Networks Website: https://www.ruijienetworks.com/  Technical Support Website: https://ruijienetworks.com/support  Case Portal: https://caseportal.ruijienetworks.com  Community: https://community.ruijienetworks.com  Technical Support Email: service_rj@ruijienetworks.com...
  • Page 4 2. Signs The signs used in this document are described as follows: Warning An alert that calls attention to important rules and information that if not understood or followed can result in data loss or equipment damage. Caution An alert that calls attention to essential information that if not understood or followed can result in function failure or performance degradation.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ....................................I 1 Product Overview ................................1 1.1 About the RG-AP180 Access Point........................1 1.2 Product Appearance ............................1 1.3 Technical Specifications ........................... 3 1.3.1 Dimensions and Weight ........................3 1.3.2 Radio Specifications ..........................3 1.3.3 Port Specifications ..........................5 1.3.4 Power Supply and Consumption .....................
  • Page 6 2.5.5 Power Supply Requirements ......................11 2.6 EMI Requirements ............................. 11 2.7 Installation Tools and Steps .......................... 12 3 Installing the AP ................................. 15 3.1 Installation Procedures ........................... 15 3.2 Before You Begin .............................. 15 3.3 Safety Precautions ............................16 3.4 Installing the AP ..............................

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    It is ideal for wireless network deployment in hotels, dormitories, and other environments. Compliant with the latest IEEE 802.11ax standard, the RG-AP180 can work in both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. The AP delivers a combined data rate of 1.775 Gbps, with up to 575 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band and 1.2 Gbps in the 5 GHz band.
  • Page 9 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Overview Description Four GE Ethernet ports Description Micro USB console port Reset hole with a diameter of 1.2 mm (0.05 in.) DC power connector (used for local power supply)

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    GE PoE uplink port Technical Specifications 1.3.1 Dimensions and Weight Dimensions and RG-AP180 Weight Unit dimensions (W x 86 mm x 116 mm x 24.1 mm (3.39 in. x 4.57 in. x 0.95 in., part outside D x H) the wall) + 18.9 mm (0.74 in., part inside the wall) Weight Main unit: 0.3 kg (0.66 lbs)
  • Page 11 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Overview Radio Specifications RG-AP180 Radio 1: 2.4 GHz, two spatial streams: 2x2, MU-MIMO Radio 2: 5 GHz, two spatial streams: 2x2, MU-MIMO Radio 1: 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.400 GHz to 2.4835 GHz Operating Radio 2: 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 5.150 GHz to 5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz to 5.725 frequencies GHz, 5.725 GHz to 5.850 GHz...

  • Page 12: Port Specifications

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Overview Radio Specifications RG-AP180 11ax: HE80: –79 dBm (MCS0), –53 dBm (MCS9), –52 dBm (MCS11) 1.3.3 Port Specifications Port Specifications RG-AP180 Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 Uplink: One 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port with auto-negotiation, supporting IEEE 802.3af/at-compliant PoE input...

  • Page 13: Environment And Reliability

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Overview 1.3.5 Environment and Reliability Environment and RG-AP180 Reliability Operating temperature: –10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) Storage temperature: –40°C to +70°C (–40°F to +158°F) Temperature Note: At a height between 3,000 m (9,842.52 ft.) and 5,000 m (16,404.20 ft.), every time the altitude increases by 220 m...

  • Page 14: Heat Dissipation System

    (1) Press the button and hold for no more than two seconds to restart the device. (2) Press the button and hold for more than three seconds to restore the device to factory settings. Heat Dissipation System The RG-AP180 adopts a fanless design. Note Maintain sufficient clearance around the AP for air circulation.

  • Page 15: Preparing For Installation

    Safety Precautions Note To avoid personal injury and device damage, carefully read the safety precautions before you install the RG-AP180. The following safety precautions do not cover all possible dangers. Installation Safety Do not expose the AP to high temperature, dusts, or harmful gases. Do not install the AP in ...

  • Page 16: Installation Environment Requirements

    Direct or indirect contact through wet objects with high voltage or mains power supply may be fatal. Installation Environment Requirements The RG-AP180 must be used indoors. To ensure the normal operation and prolonged service life of the AP, the installation site must meet the following requirements. 2.5.1 Installation Requirements The AP should be installed in an open environment if possible.

  • Page 17: Cleanliness Requirements

    In an environment with high temperature, the aging process of insulation materials will  accelerate, greatly reducing the reliability of the AP and severely affecting its service life. The following table lists the temperature and humidity requirements of RG-AP180 operating environment. Operating Environment Temperature...

  • Page 18: Power Supply Requirements

    Note The DC input power should be greater than the actual power consumption of the AP. The DC input power of the RG-AP180 should not be less than 10 W. Caution In a DC power supply scenario, use a 12 V DC /1.0 A power adapter. (For the required inner and external diameters of DC power plug, see Appendix B.)

  • Page 19: Installation Tools And Steps

    (2) Connect the uplink data cable to the uplink port. (3) Align the screw holes on the left and right sides of the RG-AP180 with the screw holes on the 86-mm junction box and tighten the screws using the screwdriver.
  • Page 20 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation (5) Complete the installation. (6) Use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the decorative cover from the AP. As shown in the following figure, slightly pry up the decorative cover from the bottom. Common Phillips screwdriver, cables, cage nuts, diagonal pliers, and flat-blade Tools...
  • Page 21 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation Note Cage nuts are delivered with the RG-AP180 and later versions. Other tools is customer-supplied.

  • Page 22: Installing The Ap

    Installation Procedures Before You Begin Carefully plan and arrange the installation location, networking mode, power supply, and cabling of the RG-AP180 before installation. Confirm the following requirements before installation: The installation location should provide sufficient space for heat dissipation. ...

  • Page 23: Safety Precautions

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the AP Safety Precautions To ensure the normal operation and prolonged service life of the AP, observe the following safety precautions: Do not power on the AP during installation.  Place the AP in a well-ventilated environment. ...

  • Page 24: Verifying Operating Status

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Verifying Operating Status Verifying Operating Status Setting Up the Configuration Environment The AP can be powered by PoE or DC power adapter. Setting up Environment (1) When the AP is powered through DC or PoE, ensure that the power cord is properly connected and meets safety requirements.

  • Page 25: Restoring To Factory Settings

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Verifying Operating Status 4.3.2 Restoring to Factory Settings To restore the AP to factory settings, insert an iron rod with a diameter of less than 1 mm into the concealed hole, press it slightly, and release it after hearing a click and holding it for more than three seconds.

  • Page 26: Monitoring And Maintenance

    If the AP works in fat mode, you can log in to the AP directly for remote maintenance.  If the AP works in fit mode, you can use the AC to remotely manage and maintain the AP.  Hardware Maintenance If the hardware is faulty, please contact Ruijie Networks technical support.

  • Page 27: Common Troubleshooting

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Common Troubleshooting Common Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Flowchart Common Troubleshooting The status LED is still off after the access point is powered on. (1) If you use a PoE power supply, check whether the PSE is at least 802.3at-capable, and then check whether the Ethernet cable is connected properly.
  • Page 28 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Common Troubleshooting (6) Move the client closer to the AP.

  • Page 29: Appendix

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Appendix Connectors and Media 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Port The 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T is a 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation port that supports auto MDI/MDIX Crossover. Compliant with IEEE 802.3ab, the 1000BASE-T port requires 100-ohm Category 5/5e Unshielded Twisted Paired (UTP) or Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) with a maximum distance of 100 meters (328.08 ft.).
  • Page 30 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Output Transmit Data+ Input Receive Data+ Output Transmit Data- Input Receive Data- 4, 5, 7, 8 Not Used Not Used The following figure shows wiring of straight-through and crossover cables for the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T port. Figure 7-2 Twisted Pair Connections for the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Port...

  • Page 31: Dc Connector Specifications

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix DC Connector Specifications Input voltage: 12 V DC, rated current: 1 A Table 7-2 Technical Specifications of the DC Power Connector Inner Diameter Outer Diameter Depth Polarity 2.1 mm (0.08 in.) 5.5 mm (0.22 in.) 10 mm (0.39 in.) Center positive Figure 7-3...

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