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Juniper AP41 Access Point Deployment
Guide
Published
2023-11-09

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  • Page 1 Juniper AP41 Access Point Deployment Guide Published 2023-11-09...
  • Page 2 The Juniper Networks product that is the subject of this technical documentation consists of (or is intended for use with) Juniper Networks software. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of the End User License Agreement ("EULA") posted at https:/ /support.juniper.net/support/eula/.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Mount an Access Point on a Recessed 9/16-Inch T-Bar or Channel Rail | 23 Mount an Access Point on a 1.5-Inch T-Bar | 25 Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 Access Point on a 5/8-Inch Threaded Rod | 26 Mount an AP41 Access Point on a 16-mm Threaded Rod | 28...
  • Page 4 Contact Customer Support | 33...
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    About This Guide Use this guide to install, manage, and troubleshoot the Juniper® AP41 High-Performance Access Point. After completing the installation procedures covered in this guide, refer to the Juniper Mist™ Wi-Fi Assurance documentation for information about further configuration.
  • Page 6: Overview

    C HAPTER Overview AP41 Access Point Overview | 2 AP41 Components | 4...
  • Page 7: Ap41 Access Point Overview

    The AP41 provides real-time network insights and asset location services without the need for battery-powered BLE beacons and manual calibration. The AP41 provides maximum data rates of 1730 Mbps in the 5-GHz band and 800 Mbps in the 2.4-GHz band.
  • Page 8 External United States only AP41-WW Internal Outside of United States AP41E-WW External Outside of United States NOTE: Juniper products are manufactured in accordance with electrical and environmental regulations specific to certain regions and countries. Customers are responsible for ensuring that...
  • Page 9: Ap41 Components

    SKUs are used only in the specified authorized area. Failure to do so may void the warranty of Juniper products. Benefits of AP41 Access Points • Simple and quick deployment—You can deploy the AP with minimal manual intervention. The AP automatically connects to the Mist cloud after it powers on, downloads its configuration, and connects to the appropriate network.
  • Page 10 Table 2: AP41 Components Component Description Reset A pinhole reset button that you can use to reset the AP configuration to the factory default. USB 2.0 port 12VDC Input for an optional 12 VDC power supply. You must order this power supply (part number: DC-01) separately.
  • Page 11: Requirements And Specifications

    C HAPTER Requirements and Specifications Specifications for AP41 | 7 Power Requirements for AP41 | 9...
  • Page 12: Specifications For Ap41

    Specifications for AP41 Table 3 on page 7 lists the specifications for the AP41. Table 3: Specifications for AP41 Parameter Description Physical Specifications Dimensions 8.46 in. (215 mm) x 8.46 in. (215 mm) x 2.05 in. (52 mm) Weight 3.53 lb (1.6 kg)
  • Page 13 Table 3: Specifications for AP41 Parameter Description External antennas (for The AP41 with external antennas is certified up to an allowed antenna gain value. AP41E) An antenna is not supported if its gain exceeds the values listed below: • Omnidirectional antennas •...
  • Page 14: Power Requirements For Ap41

    Power Requirements for AP41 The AP41 requires 802.3at (PoE+) power, and it requests a maximum of 25.5W. Ensure to connect an AP41 or AP41E to an 802.3at or PoE+ switch. The AP41 requests 19.5 W to provide wireless functionality, without PoE out and USB port support. You can use any of the following options to power on an AP41: •...
  • Page 15: Installation

    C HAPTER Installation Mount the AP41 Access Point | 11 Connect an AP41 to the Network and Power It On | 29...
  • Page 16: Mount The Ap41 Access Point

    Mount an AP41 Access Point on a 16-mm Threaded Rod | 28 This topic provides the various mounting options for the AP41. You can mount the AP on a wall, ceiling, or junction box. The AP ships with a universal mounting bracket that you can use for all mounting options.
  • Page 17: Universal Mounting Bracket (Apbr-U) For Juniper Access Points

    APBR-ADP-WS15 Bracket adapter for mounting the AP on a recessed 1.5-in. T-bar NOTE: Juniper Access Points ship with the universal bracket APBR-U. If you need other brackets, you must order them separately. Universal Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) for Juniper Access Points You use the universal mounting bracket APBR-U for all types of mounting options—for example, on a...
  • Page 18 Figure 3: Universal Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) for Juniper Access Points If you're mounting the AP on a wall, use screws with the following specifications: • Diameter of the screw head: ¼ in. (6.3 mm) • Length: At least 2 in. (50.8 mm) The following table lists the bracket holes that you need to use for specific mounting options.
  • Page 19: Mount An Access Point On A Single-Gang Or 3.5-Inch Or 4-Inch Round Junction Box

    (Continued) Hole Number Mounting Option • US double-gang junction box • Wall • Ceiling • US 4-in. square junction box • EU junction box Video: Mount an Access Point on a Single-Gang or 3.5-Inch or 4-Inch Round Junction Box You can mount an access point (AP) on a US single-gang or a 3.5-in. or 4-in. round junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that we ship along with the AP.
  • Page 20 Figure 4: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the Single-Gang Junction Box 2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket. 3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place. Figure 5: Mount the AP on the Single-Gang Junction Box...
  • Page 21: Mount An Access Point On A Double-Gang Junction Box

    Video: Video: Mount an Access Point on a Double-Gang Junction Box You can mount an access point (AP) on a double-gang junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that we ship along with the AP. To mount an AP on a double-gang junction box: 1.
  • Page 22: Mount An Access Point On An Eu Junction Box

    Figure 7: Mount the AP on the Double-Gang Junction Box Video: Mount an Access Point on an EU Junction Box You can mount an access point (AP) on an EU junction box by using the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) that ships with the AP. To mount an AP on an EU junction box: 1.
  • Page 23 Figure 8: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to an EU Junction Box 2. Extend the Ethernet cable through the bracket. 3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP engage with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place. Figure 9: Mount an Access Point on an EU Junction Box...
  • Page 24: Mount An Access Point On A Us 4-Inch Square Junction Box

    Mount an Access Point on a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box To mount an access point (AP) on a US 4-in. square junction box: 1. Attach the mounting bracket to the 4-in. square junction box by using two screws. Ensure that you insert the screws in the holes marked 3 as shown in Figure 10 on page Figure 10: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box...
  • Page 25: Mount An Access Point On A 9/16-Inch Or 15/16-Inch T-Bar

    Figure 11: Mount the AP on a US 4-Inch Square Junction Box Video: Mount an Access Point on a 9/16-Inch or 15/16-Inch T-Bar To mount an access point (AP) on a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. ceiling T-bar: 1. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the T-bar. Figure 12: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a 9/16-in.
  • Page 26: Mount An Access Point On A Recessed 15/16-Inch T-Bar

    Figure 13: Lock the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to a 9/16-in. or 15/16-in. T-Bar 3. Position the AP such that the keyholes of the mounting bracket engage with the shoulder screws on the AP. Slide and lock the AP in place. Figure 14: Attach the AP to a 9/16-in.
  • Page 27 Figure 15: Attach the ADPR-ADP-RT15 Adapter to the T-Bar 2. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the adapter. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place. Figure 16: Attach the Mounting Bracket (APBR-U) to the ADPR-ADP-RT15 Adapter 3.
  • Page 28: Mount An Access Point On A Recessed 9/16-Inch T-Bar Or Channel Rail

    Figure 17: Attach the AP to a Recessed 15/16-Inch T-Bar Mount an Access Point on a Recessed 9/16-Inch T-Bar or Channel Rail To mount an access point (AP) on a recessed 9/16-in. ceiling T-bar, you'll need to use the ADPR-ADP- CR9 adapter along with the mounting bracket (APBR-U).
  • Page 29 Figure 19: Attach the ADPR-ADP-CR9 Adapter to a Recessed 9/16-Inch Channel Rail 2. Attach the universal mounting bracket (APBR-U) to the adapter. Rotate the bracket until you hear a distinct click, which indicates that the bracket is locked in place. Figure 20: Attach the APBR-U Mounting Bracket to the ADPR-ADP-CR9 Adapter 3.
  • Page 30: Mount An Access Point On A 1.5-Inch T-Bar

    Figure 21: Attach the AP to a Recessed 9/16-in. T-Bar or Channel Rail Video: Mount an Access Point on a 1.5-Inch T-Bar To mount an access point (AP) on a 1.5-in. ceiling T-bar, you'll need the ADPR-ADP-WS15 adapter. You need to order the adapter separately. 1.
  • Page 31: Mount An Ap32, Ap33, Ap41, Or Ap43 Access Point On A 5/8-Inch Threaded Rod

    Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 Access Point on a 5/8-Inch Threaded Rod To mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 5/8-in. threaded rod, you'll need to use the APBR-T58 mounting bracket that you'll need to order separately.
  • Page 32 3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP align with the keyholes of the mounting bracket. Slide and lock the AP in place. Figure 26: Mount an AP32, AP33, AP41, or AP43 on a 5/8-in. Threaded Rod...
  • Page 33: Mount An Ap41 Access Point On A 16-Mm Threaded Rod

    Figure 27: Attach the APBR-T58 Bracket to a 16-mm Threaded Rod 2. Attach four shoulder screws to the AP41 if the AP did not ship with the shoulder screws attached. 3. Position the AP such that the shoulder screws on the AP align with the keyholes of the mounting...
  • Page 34: Connect An Ap41 To The Network And Power It On

    • The Mist cloud then provisions the AP by pushing the required configuration after the AP is assigned to a site. To ensure that your AP has access to the Juniper Mist cloud, ensure that the required ports on your Internet firewall are open. See Firewall Configuration.
  • Page 35 2. Wait for a few minutes for the AP to boot completely. When the AP connects to the Juniper Mist portal, the LED on the AP turns green, which indicates that the AP is connected and onboarded to the Juniper Mist cloud.
  • Page 36 • We recommend that you avoid using a static IP address on an AP. The AP uses the configured static information whenever it reboots, and you cannot reconfigure the AP until it connects to the network. If you need to correct the IP address, you'll need to reset the AP to the factory-default configuration.
  • Page 37: Troubleshoot

    C HAPTER Troubleshoot Contact Customer Support | 33...
  • Page 38 If you are unable to resolve the issue, you can create a support ticket on the Juniper Mist portal. The Juniper Mist Support team will contact you to help resolve your problem. If needed, you can request a Return Material Authorization (RMA).
  • Page 39 4. Select the appropriate ticket type depending on the severity of your problem. NOTE: Selecting Questions/Other will open a search box and redirect you to available documentation and resources related to your issue. If you cannot resolve your issue by using the suggested resources, click I still need to create a ticket.
  • Page 40 • The system logs from the device NOTE: To share device logs: a. Navigate to the Access Points page in the Juniper Mist portal. Click the impacted device. b. Select Utilities > Send AP Log to Mist in the top right corner of the device page.

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