Identifying Specific Installation Locations; Software - HPE Instant On AP27 Installation Manual

Identifying Specific Installation Locations

The HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP27 is designed in compliance with governmental requirements,
so that only authorized network administrators can change configuration settings. For more information about
AP configuration, refer to the Instant On User Guide.
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in
improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to
verify that they are operating normally.
Use the access point placement map generated by Hewlett Packard Enterprise RF Plan software
application to determine the proper installation location(s). Each location should be as close as possible
to the center of the intended coverage area and should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of
interference. These RF absorbers/reflectors/interference sources will impact RF propagation and should
be accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in RF plan.
Identifying Known RF
Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference Sources
Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in the field during the
installation phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are taken into consideration when you attach
an access point to its fixed location.
RF absorbers include:
Cement/ concrete—Old concrete has high levels of water dissipation, which dries out the concrete,
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allowing for potential RF propagation. New concrete has high levels of water concentration in the
concrete, blocking RF signals.
Natural Items—Fish tanks, water fountains, ponds, and trees
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Brick
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RF reflectors include:
Metal Objects—Metal pans between floors, rebar, fire doors, air conditioning/heating ducts, mesh
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windows, blinds, chain link fences (depending on aperture size), refrigerators, racks, shelves, and
filing cabinets.
Do not place an access point between two air conditioning/heating ducts. Make sure that access
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points are placed below ducts to avoid RF disturbances.
RF interference sources include:
Microwave ovens and other 2.4 or 5 GHz objects (such as cordless phones)
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Cordless headset such as those used in call centers or lunch rooms
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Software

For instructions on initial setup and software configuration, refer to the Instant On User Guide at
https://www.arubanetworks.com/techdocs/ArubaDocPortal/content/cons-instanton-home.htm.
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