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Ruijie RG-AP680-IO Access Point
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
Document Version: V1.1
Date: August 16, 2023
Copyright © 2023 Ruijie
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  • Page 1 Ruijie RG-AP680-IO Access Point Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Document Version: V1.1 Date: August 16, 2023 Copyright © 2023 Ruijie Networks...
  • Page 2 Due to product version upgrades or other reasons, the content of this document will be updated from time to time. Ruijie Networks reserves the right to modify the content of the document without any notice or prompt.

  • 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 Specification An alert that contains a description of product or version support. 2. Note The manual offers configuration information (including model, port type and command line interface) for indicative purpose only. In case of any discrepancy or inconsistency between the manual and the actual version, the actual version prevails.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ..............................I 1 Product Introduction ........................1 1.1 Overview ........................... 1 1.2 Product Appearance ........................ 2 1.3 Package Contents ........................4 1.4 Technical Specifications ......................5 1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight....................5 1.4.2 RF Specifications ......................6 1.4.3 Port Specifications ......................8 1.4.4 Power Supply and Consumption ................
  • Page 6 2.2 Installation Environment Requirements ................15 2.2.1 Bearing Requirements ....................16 2.2.2 Ventilation Requirements ..................16 2.2.3 Space Requirements ....................16 2.2.4 Temperature/Humidity Requirements ..............16 2.2.5 Grounding Requirements ..................17 2.2.6 Anti-interference Requirements ................17 2.2.7 Lightning Protection Requirements ................. 18 2.2.8 Waterproof Requirements ..................
  • Page 7 3.6 Connecting Cables ......................... 28 3.6.1 Connecting the Ground Cable ................... 28 3.6.2 Connecting the Network Cable ................. 29 3.6.3 Connecting the Fiber-Optic Cable ................30 3.7 Bundling Cables........................31 3.7.1 Precautions ......................... 31 3.7.2 Bundling Description ....................32 3.8 Installation Verification ......................32 3.8.1 Checking the AP ......................
  • Page 8 5.3 Hardware Maintenance ......................35 6 Troubleshooting ..........................36 6.1 General Troubleshooting Procedure ..................36 6.2 Common Troubleshooting Procedures ................36 6.2.1 Ethernet Port Is Not Working After the Ethernet Cable Is Plugged In ....36 6.2.2 LED Is Off for a Long Time ..................36 6.2.3 LED Is Steady Red .......................

  • Page 9: Product Introduction

    Ruijie Access Controllers (ACs) and WIS to implement STA data forwarding, security, access control, and IoT application extension. Thanks to its IP68 rated housing, the RG-AP680-IO is suitable for use in extreme industrial environments and capable of effectively withstanding harsh weather and environments.

  • Page 10: Product Appearance

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Product Appearance Figure 1-1 Front View Table 1-1 Description of Buttons and Ports on the Front Panel Item Description Uplink service port for data transmission, 5000Base-T LAN1/HPoE electrical Ethernet port with auto-negotiation port Support IEEE802.3af/802.3at/802.3bt-complaint PoE Downlink service port for data transmission, 1000Base-T Ethernet port with auto-negotiation...
  • Page 11 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Item Description Used to indicate the system working status, including one system status LED and three RSSI LEDs Figure 1-2 Rear View...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Table 1-2 Description of Buttons and Ports on the Rear Panel Item Description The port integrates the functions of a console port and a reset button. Console port/Reset The console port is used to connect with a serial button cable for device management.

  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight Table 1-4 Dimensions and Weight Dimensions and RG-AP680-IO Weight Dimensions (W × D 300 mm × 300 mm × 94 mm (11.81 in. x 11.81 in. x 3.70 in.) × H) Main unit: 4.0 kg (8.82 lbs) Weight Mounting bracket: 1.5 kg (3.31 lbs)

  • Page 14: Rf Specifications

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Dimensions and RG-AP680-IO Weight Mounting bracket Dimensions (W x D 130 mm × 282 mm x 130 mm (5.12 in. x 11.10 in. x 5.12 in.) x H) Mounting hole 105 mm × 65 mm (4.13 in. x 2.56 in.)
  • Page 15 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Radio RG-AP680-IO Specifications 2.4 GHz: 3 dBi Antenna gain 5 GHz: 3 dBi 30 dBm Max. transmit Note: The transmit power varies based on the regulations in power different countries and regions. Power increment...

  • Page 16: Port Specifications

    2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps optical ports Downlink: One 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port with auto-negotiation, which allows the PSE to power external devices (802.3af, 15.4 W) and can connect to Ruijie IoT module Fixed management One RJ45 console port port One system status LED Status LED...

  • Page 17: Power Supply And Consumption

    AP is powered by 802.3at PoE, Radio 3 does not work and the AP does not supply power to external devices. External power Supported (Connect to Ruijie IoT module, 802.3af-compliant, supply support for 15.4 W output power) Max. power ≤...

  • Page 18: Environment And Reliability

    1.4.5 Environment and Reliability Table 1-8 Standard Compliance Environment and RG-AP680-IO Reliability Working temperature: –40°C to +65°C (–40°F to +149°F) Storage temperature: –40°C to +85°C (–40°F to +185°F) Temperature At a height between 3000 m (9842.52 ft.) and 5000 m (16404.2 ft.), every time the altitude increases by 166 m (546 ft.), the maximum...
  • Page 19 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Status Frequency Description turned off. The software system of the AP is being Steady green initialized. The system is running properly, but the uplink Steady red service port is linked down. On for 3s Blinking red at In fit mode, the setup of a CAPWAP tunnel an interval of 1s...

  • Page 20: Optical Module

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Table 1-11 Bridge LED No. of Steady- LED Color Description on LED The AP does not enable the bridge function. The AP has enabled the bridge function, but bridging fails. Bridging is successful, and the strength of the wireless Green signals dedicated for bridging is less than –70 dBm.
  • Page 21 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Introduction Table 1-13 Rate Negotiation for an Electrical Port on the Peer Device Negotiated Rate Supported by the Port on the Peer Optical Device Port Rate Conversion 1 Gbps/10 1 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/10 of the AP Module Rate 1 Gbps Gbps/Auto...

  • Page 22: Preparing For Installation

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation Preparing for Installation Safety Precautions Note To avoid personal injury and device damage, carefully read the safety precautions  before you install the device. The following safety precautions may not cover all possible dangers. ...

  • Page 23: Electric Safety

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation 2.1.3 Electric Safety Warning Improper or incorrect electric operations may cause a fire, electric shock, and other  accidents, and lead to severe and fatal personal injury and device damage. Direct or indirect contact with high voltage or mains power supply via wet objects ...

  • Page 24: Bearing Requirements

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation 2.2.1 Bearing Requirements Evaluate the weight of the device and its accessories (such as the bracket and power supply module), and ensure that the ground of the installation site meets the requirements. 2.2.2 Ventilation Requirements Reserve sufficient space in front of the air vents to ensure normal heat dissipation.

  • Page 25: Grounding Requirements

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation 2.2.5 Grounding Requirements A good grounding system is the basis for stable and reliable operation of the device, preventing lightning strokes and resisting interference. Carefully check the grounding conditions at the installation site according to the grounding requirements, and perform grounding operations properly as required.

  • Page 26: Lightning Protection Requirements

    Preparing for Installation 2.2.7 Lightning Protection Requirements The RG-AP680-IO can guard against lightning strikes. As an electric device, too strong lightning strikes may still damage the device. Take the following lightning protection measures: Ensure that the neutral point of the AC power socket is in good contact with the ...

  • Page 27: Other Requirements

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation Figure 2-1 Dust Cap Connect the network cable, fiber-optic jumper, and AC power cable to the AP after they pass through the corresponding waterproof plugs to ensure waterproof. 2.2.9 Other Requirements Regardless of whether the device is installed on the wall or pole, the following conditions must be met: Sufficient space is reserved at the air inlet and air vents of the device, to facilitate heat ...

  • Page 28: Tools

    Special ESD tools, crimping pliers, diagonal pliers, network cable pliers, and wire Tools stripper Meter Multimeter Relevant PC, display, and keyboard Devices Note The RG-AP680-IO is not delivered with a tool kit. The tool kit is customer-supplied.

  • Page 29: Installation

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Installation The RG-AP680-IO must be installed at a fixed position. Caution Before installing the device, make sure that you have carefully read the requirements described in Chapter 2. Installation Procedure The installation steps are shown in the following figure.

  • Page 30: Before You Begin

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Before You Begin Carefully plan and arrange the installation location, networking mode, power supply, and cabling before installing the device. Confirm the following requirements before installation: The installation location provides sufficient space for heat dissipation. ...

  • Page 31: Installing The Device

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Do not wipe the device with a damp cloth.  Do not wash the device with liquid.  Do not open the enclosure when the device is working.  Fasten the device tightly.  Installing the Device 3.4.1 Installing the Support for Wall-mounted Installation...

  • Page 32: Mounting Bracket And Device Installation

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-3 Installing the Support for Pole-mounted Installation Caution Use matching screws for the screw holes, and tighten the structural parts in different  installation links. Tighten all fastening screws. If any screw is not installed, the device may vibrate ...
  • Page 33 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-4 Installing the Mounting Bracket (2) Assemble the mounting bracket flange and installation pole and use two M6 hex socket combined screws to fix the left and right sides. Note The mounting bracket flange and installation pole can be assembled in vertical or horizontal mode based on the actual coverage requirements.
  • Page 34 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-5 Connecting the Mounting Bracket and Installation Pole Based on the Wall- mounted Direction Figure 3-6 Connecting the Mounting Bracket and Installation Pole Based on the Ceiling-mounted Direction...

  • Page 35: Removing The Device

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation (3) Mount the device with the installation pole installed to the fixed support. Use hooks on the installation pole to connect with the support, and tighten a M8 combined screw on the left and right sides. Figure 3-7 Connecting with the Support 3.4.4...

  • Page 36: Connecting Cables

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-8 Installing an Optical Module Connecting Cables Note You need to prepare waterproof materials yourself. 3.6.1 Connecting the Ground Cable The ground cable needs to be made on site. Connect one end of the yellow/green ground cable delivered with the device to the ground hole of the device through an OT terminal and the other end to the ground through another OT terminal.

  • Page 37: Connecting The Network Cable

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-9 Connecting the Ground Cable 3.6.2 Connecting the Network Cable Caution Ensure that the crystal connector of the network cable is properly inserted into the  AP. If not, the crystal connector may be damaged when waterproof PG connector is installed.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Fiber-Optic Cable

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-10 Passing the Network Cable Through the Waterproof PG Connector (3) Insert the crystal connector of the network cable into the network port on the AP and tighten the waterproof PG connector based on the sequence of parts B, C, D, and E. The network cable is installed.

  • Page 39: Bundling Cables

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation Figure 3-11 Passing the Fiber-Optic Cable Through the Waterproof Connector (2) Insert the optical module into the optical port of the device, and insert the fiber-optic cable into the optical module connector. (3) Tighten part B of the waterproof connector on the device, combine parts C and D and place them into B, and tighten part E.

  • Page 40: Bundling Description

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation performance. 3.7.2 Bundling Description After the cables are connected with the device through the waterproof plugs and power- on is normal, use a cable tie to bundle the cables on the support and then fix the cables neatly.

  • Page 41: Checking Cable Connections

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installation 3.8.2 Checking Cable Connections Verify that the twisted pair cable matches the port.  Verify that cables are properly bundled.  3.8.3 Checking the Power Supply Verify that the power cord is properly connected and compliant with safety ...

  • Page 42: Verifying Operating Status

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Verifying Operating Status Verifying Operating Status Establishing the Configuration Environment Power on the AP through PoE. When setting up the environment, pay attention to the following: Verify that the AP is properly connected to the power source. ...

  • Page 43: Monitoring And Maintenance

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

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Procedure Common Troubleshooting Procedures 6.2.1 Ethernet Port Is Not Working After the Ethernet Cable Is Plugged In Verify that the device at the other end of the Ethernet cable is working properly. And then verify that the Ethernet cable is capable of providing the required data rate and is properly connected.

  • Page 45: Led Is Steady Red

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Troubleshooting 6.2.3 LED Is Steady Red The LED keeps steady red for a long time, indicating that the Ethernet port is not connected. Verify the Ethernet connection. 6.2.4 LED Is Steady Green The device performs initialization after power-on. During this period, the LED keeps steady green and does not turn normal blue until the initialization is completed.

  • Page 46: Appendix

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Appendix Connectors and Media 5000BASE-T/2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T port  The 5000BASE-T/2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T port supports auto- negotiation of five rates and supports auto MDI/MDIX crossover at these five rates. Compliant with IEEE 802.3bz, the 5000BASE-T/2500BASE-T port requires at least Category 6 STP with a maximum distance of 100 m (328.10 ft).
  • Page 47 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix cables for 100 Mbps, both of which can be up to 100 m (328.10 ft). Table 7-2 shows the pinouts of the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T. Table 7-2 Pinouts of the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Socket Plug Input Receive Data+ Output Transmit Data+ Input Receive Data- Output Transmit Data-...
  • Page 48 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Table 7-4 Fiber-Optic Cable Connections...

  • Page 49: Cabling Recommendations

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Cabling Recommendations During installation, route cable bundles upward or downward along the sides of the rack depending on the actual situation in the equipment room. All cable connectors should be placed at the bottom of the cabinet rather than be exposed outside of the cabinet. Power cords are routed beside the cabinet, and top cabling or bottom cabling is adopted according to the actual situation in the equipment room, such as the positions of the DC power distribution box, AC socket, or lightning protection box.
  • Page 50 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Figure 7-1 Bundling Cables Twisting Bending Cables of different types (such as power cables, signal cables, and ground cables) ○ should be separated in cabling and bundling. Mixed bundling is not allowed. When they are close to each other, it is recommended that crossover cabling be adopted. In the case of parallel cabling, maintain a minimum distance of 30 mm between power cords and signal cables.
  • Page 51 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Figure 7-2 Cutting off Excess Cable Tie When cables need to be bent, bind them first but do not tie cable ties within the ○ bend. Otherwise, considerable stress may be generated in cables, breaking cable cores, as shown in Figure 7-3.
  • Page 52 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix part should not touch heat sources, sharp corners, or sharp edges. If heat sources cannot be avoided, high-temperature cables should be used. When screw threads are used to fasten cable terminals, the bolt or screw must be ○...
  • Page 53 Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix No knot is allowed in cabling or bundling. ○ For wiring terminal blocks (such as circuit breakers) with cord end terminals, the ○ metal part of the cord end terminal should not be exposed outside the terminal block when assembled.

  • Page 54: Optical Modules And Specifications

    Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix Optical Modules and Specifications We provide appropriate optical modules according to the port types. You can select the module to suit your specific needs. The following tables list the models and technical specifications of some optical modules for reference. Table 7-5 Models and Technical Specifications of SFP Modules Intensity of...

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