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Alcatel OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1: Wireless Access Point

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 The K & Lock design is a registered trademark of the Kensington Technology Group in the United States and certain other countries. Any other trademarks appearing in this manual are owned by their respective companies. OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Part 031644-00 Installation Guide May 2005...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ... . . Terminal Setting OmniAccess ..OAW-AP70 Parameters AP Deployment ..Chapter 3 Mounting the OmniAccess ... . .
  • Page 4 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Port Specifications ..Appendix A ....FE Port ..

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    HAPTER Introduction The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The device works in conjunction with the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch and can act as a wireless access point or air monitor. As a wireless Access Point (AP), the OmniAccess OAW-AP70...

  • Page 6: Front View

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Front View 1-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Front View IGURE Part 031644-00 May 2005...
  • Page 7 1 and the connectors on the left are for antenna 2 in a diversity configuration. Built-in swivel array with dual, 802.11 .a/.b/.g band, omnidirectional antenna. The internal antenna is the default. Indicator LEDs During operation, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 LEDs provide the following information: 1-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 LEDs ABLE State Description The device is off - no power.
  • Page 8 RFID tracking or spectrum analysis. DC Power Socket This socket is used to connect the optional AC power adapter (not included). If POE is being used to supply power to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, the power adapter is not necessary. B/G Antenna Jack This jack allows users to connect an external 802.11b or g antenna.

  • Page 9: Back View

    Chapter 1 Back View 1-2 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Back View IGURE Introduction...

  • Page 10: The Alcatel Ap Setup Process

    Fold-Out Internal Antenna This fold-out antenna allows the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to be used upright on a table, shelf, ceiling, or wall. If you are configuring external antennas, the internal antenna can be left closed.

  • Page 11: Provisioning Access Points

    HAPTER Provisioning Access Points Access Points are radio broadcast devices and as such are subject to governmental regulation. Network administrators responsible for the configuration and operation of Access Points must comply with local broadcast regulations. Specifically, Access Points must use channel assignment and antenna gain settings (for detachable antennas) appropriate to the location in which the Access Point will be used.

  • Page 12: Alcatel Discovery Protocol

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Manual Provisioning—APs can be individually provisioned using a serial console terminal connected to the AP . Although this method is complex and requires considerable care, manual provisioning can be used in almost any scenario, with or without access to the Wireless LAN switch.

  • Page 13: Ap Reprovisioning

    Chapter 2 Discovery of the serverip and master variables is necessary when the DHCP response does not include the Vendor Specific option. The AP attempts to discover an Alcatel Master switch by sending multicast packets and broadcast packets on its subnet. To use the ADP discovery method, the ADP discovery mechanism needs to be enabled on the Alcatel Master Switch (using the adp discovery enable command).

  • Page 14: Ap Provisioning

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide AP Provisioning AP Provisioning is useful for brand new APs with default configurations. To perform AP Provisioning from the GUI: Maintenance > Program AP 1. Go to Provision Reprovision On this window, there are two tabs: .
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 2-2 Port Range Screen IGURE Specify the Alcatel AP70-specific parameters. Internal Antenna External Antenna is the default. If you select , configure the gain value appropriate for the location in which this AP will be deployed. (See Table 3-1 for appropriate antenna gain values.) You can connect from one to four external antennas on the Alcatel AP70.
  • Page 16 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide —The IPSec settings are designed to protect all traffic (control and data) between a remote AP and a Wireless LAN switch. AP data is always encrypted, but without an IPSec tunnel, AP control traffic is sent in the clear. To set up an IPSec tunnel, configure the preshared key, user name (the AP PAP username that is configured on the switch), and the user name password.

  • Page 17: Manual Provisioning

    “Connecting the Console Terminal” page 14.) Access to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE port through one of the follow- ing: Direct contact with the AP , or If the AP is already deployed, you must have access to the end of the FE cable that leads directly to the AP with no intervening hubs, routers, or other networking equipment.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Console Terminal

    AP70 Terminal Terminal Serial Serial Breaout Breakout 2-3 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Console Topologies IGURE —The LAN connections are optional unless POE is used to power the AP. Console Access to the AP DB-9 Connector to Console Terminal "To AP" Connector to AP FE Port "To Network"...
  • Page 19 —Be sure to comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of AUTION installation and operation of the AP. Do not allow the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 or optional power adapter (if used) to be connected to or make contact with metal or power outlets on a different electrical ground than the device to which it is connected.
  • Page 20 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and terminal. 7 From the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 console, access the apboot prompt. Depending on the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 status, you will see one of the following on your terminal: Autoboot countdown—The countdown prompt allows you to interrupt the normal startup process and access the apboot prompt where provisioning is performed.

  • Page 21: Oaw-Ap70 Parameters

    Chapter 2 TFTP time out—If the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 cannot locate an Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch on its network port, the following type of output is repeatedly displayed: Loading FLASH image... Verifying checksum... passed BOOTP broadcast 1 DHCP IP address: 10.1.2.250 DHCP subnet mask: 255.255.255.0...
  • Page 22 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide My network uses DNS and the Alcatel-master host name is accept- able. This is the default. It requires your DNS to be configured to resolve “Alcatel-mas- ter” to the IP address of the master Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. Unless your system has been previously configured for different settings, you can skip to Step 2.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2 2 Specify an IP address for a specific AP , if necessary. If using DHCP , the AP will obtain its IP address automatically and you can skip this step. Otherwise, configure the AP with a static IP address using the following commands: apboot>...
  • Page 24 Use the same fixed point and orientation for all floors in a building. 4 Save the configuration and reboot the OmniAccess OAW-AP70. apboot> save apboot> boot Once the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 boots, disconnect it and mount it in its intended service location (see Provisioning Access Points page 21). Part 031644-00...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Ap Deployment

    If external antennas are used, make sure that they and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. TheOmniAccess OAW-AP70 and any optional external antennas are not suitable for outside use. AP Deployment...

  • Page 26: Alcatel Ap70 Detachable Antennas

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be mounted on a wall or suspended from above (not shown) using one of the optional mounting kits (dimensions vary) in the following ways: 3-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Mounting Options IGURE —For dimensions, see “Product...
  • Page 27 Chapter 3 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas The following table lists the antennas which are approved for use with the Alcatel AP70. 3-1 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas ABLE Alcatel Gain Description Man. Man. Part # Part # MULTI-BAND ANTENNA AP-ANT-1 Tri-Band, Nearson T614AH-2.45/5.X-S High-Gain, Omni-Direction al Antenna...

  • Page 28: Free-Standing Placement

    SQ5153WP36RSM Omni-Direction al Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector AP-ANT-12 High-Gain, Cushcraf S52514WP36RSM Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector Free-Standing Placement To place the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 indoors on a flat table or shelf: Part 031644-00 May 2005...

  • Page 29: Using The Built-In Mounting Slots

    1 Flip open the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 internal antenna. 2 Place the device on a sturdy table or shelf. —Do not place the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 in any place where it could fall on AUTION people or equipment. For more secure installation, use one of the optional mounting kits.
  • Page 30 Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not included). Wrap the security cable around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security Slot on the back of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, and turn the key. 4 Orient the antennas.

  • Page 31: Using The Optional Mounting Kits

    Chapter 3 Using the Optional Mounting Kits Use the optional mounting kit to attach the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to a wall, shelf, or ceiling. For installation, see the Alcatel AP70 Mounting Kit Installation Notes (P/N 031642-00) provided with each kit. Connecting Required Cables The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Access Points with or without external antennas are intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3.af.

  • Page 32: Connecting Cables And Power

    AP. Do not allow the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 or its attachments to be connected to or make contact with metal or power outlets on a different electrical ground than the device to which it is connected.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3 If local regulations and practices permit, connect the optional AC power adapter (not included) to the DC power socket on the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and plug it into an appropriate power outlet. —To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, use only the AC AUTION power adapter certified for this device in the country where it is used.
  • Page 34 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Part 031644-00 May 2005...

  • Page 35: Appendix A Port Specifications

    PPENDIX Port Specifications FE Port The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) port is located on the right-hand side of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and has an RJ-45 female connector. The port pin-outs are shown in Figure A-1 AP70 RJ-45 Female 10/100 Mbps Ethernet...

  • Page 36: Serial Breakout Adapter

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet). When the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22 (C), POE is required. Also, any FE cable installed in such spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and...

  • Page 37: Db-9 Specification

    None None “To AP” Specifications The RJ-45 connector labeled “To AP” attaches to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE port either directly (if the AP is physically available) or indirectly (if the AP is already deployed). When connecting indirectly, use a straight-through FE coupler to attach the “To AP”...

  • Page 38: Usb Port

    POE devices will not work with the Alcatel serial breakout adapter. The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet). The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and serial breakout adapter are plenum rated. When is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22(C), the connecting FE cable should be suitable under NEC Article...

  • Page 39: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    (SOE) interface or using Telnet from a remote management station. Direct SPOE Connection to Wireless LAN Switch This method requires that the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is connected directly to an SPOE-compatible network port on the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch (see “Connecting Required Cables”...

  • Page 40: Direct Terminal Connection

    If the AP has not finished booting, allow the Autoboot timer to expire. When the device has booted, the AP support prompt (#) will appear. Direct Terminal Connection This method requires that the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is connected to a compatible serial console using the Alcatel serial breakout adapter (see “Connecting the Console Terminal”...

  • Page 41: Remote Telnet Connection

    (Alcatel 6000) (sap-config location b.f.d) # telnet {enable|disable} Using Telnet to Connect Use a Telnet client on your management workstation to connect to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70’s individual IP address. The connection command may vary depending on the specific software used, but commonly appears as follows: >...

  • Page 42: Ap Support

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide AP Support Access Levels User Access User access is a low security level, featuring only the most basic commands. It is available without any additional login after the AP has booted. Privileged Access Privileged-level access requires the privileged password (the same privileged password used on the switch) to be entered using the user level enable command.

  • Page 43: Appendix C Product Specifications

    PPENDIX Product Specifications Compliance FCC - Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 44 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide your body for 2.4 GHz and 5 Ghz operations. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.

  • Page 45: Certifications

    Appendix C Peut être utilisé dans des gaines transportant de l’air traité, conformément à la section 300-22(c) du National Electrical Code et aux articles 2-128, 12-010(3) et 12-100 du Code Canadien de l’électricité, Première partie, CSA C22.1. Certifications Item Measurement Electromagnetic FCC Part 15 subpart C (15.247/15.407 Compatibility...

  • Page 46: Product Features

    LAN and remote workstations on the wireless infrastructure. Radio Characteristics The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be configured to support IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g operation as an AP , and supports both IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11b/g operation as an AM: 802.11a provides a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity...

  • Page 47: Power Over Ethernet

    Data is transmitted at speeds of up to 54 Mbps. Power Over Ethernet The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 supports the IEEE 802.3af standard for Power Over Ethernet (POE). With this feature, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can accept electrical power from a compatible POE-capable device (such as the Alcatel 6000 (with Line Card OAW-LC-2G24FP), Alcatel 2400, or Alcatel 800) directly over the FE cable.
  • Page 48 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Mounting kit (modular cradle for walls and suspended ceilings) Check with your Alcatel sales representative for the availability of optional items. The following specifications apply to the Alcatel AP70 Wireless LAN Switchs. Part 031644-00 May 2005...

  • Page 49: Alcatel Ap70 Access Point

    Appendix C Alcatel AP70 Access Point C-1 Part Number: AP70 IGURE Product Specifications...
  • Page 50 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide C-1 Alcatel AP70 802.11 Specifications ABLE Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Integral Dual, diversity supporting omni-directional, high gain as Antenna follows: 2.4-2.5 Ghz 4.46 dBi 5.150 Ghz 7.21 dBi 5.350 Ghz 6.49 dBi 5.850 Ghz 5.23 dBi...
  • Page 51 Appendix C C-1 Alcatel AP70 802.11 Specifications ABLE Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g Modulation BPSK, QPSK, CCK, BPSK, CCK, BPSK, Type 16-QAM, QPSK QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM 64-QAM Transmit Configurable by Configurable by Configurable by Power system system system administrator/ administrator/ administrator professional professional installer...
  • Page 52 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics ABLE Description Maximum Clients Multi-mode Radio Selectable via software Band Manageability: Management of all 802.11 parameters Network Wide AP Management via: WEB GUI SNMPv3 Access Point Profiles, Management by: Geographical Location BSSID...
  • Page 53 Appendix C 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics (Continued) ABLE Description Interfaces 2 x 10/100 Base-TX RJ-45 auto-sensing Ethernet (Electrical): interfaces: Port 0 Auto-sensing MDI/MDX Power Over Ethernet 48V DC / 250mA (802.3af compliant) Serial Over Ethernet Port 1 Auto-sensing MDX Power Over Ethernet 48V DC / 250mA (802.3af compliant) Redundant Ethernet Data Link and Power Over Ethernet...
  • Page 54 OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics (Continued) ABLE Description Environmental: Temperature: Operating: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 Storage: 0 to 70 C (32 to 158 Humidity: Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Standards Ethernet IEEE 802.3 / IEEE 802.3u Compliance Power Over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af...
  • Page 55 Appendix C 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics (Continued) ABLE Description Safety UL Listed (UL60950) Compliance UL Listed (Canadian Electrical Code/CSA 22.2 No. 60950) EN60950 (TÜV/GS), IEC60950 (CB) National Electrical Code Section 300-22(C) Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1 Sec- tions 2-128, 12-010(3), and 12-100 UL2043 Plenum Rating Product Specifications...

  • Page 56: Related Documents

    Related Documents The following items are part of the complete documentation for the Alcatel system: Alcatel Quick Start Guide Alcatel OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide (this document) Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guide Alcatel AOS-W User Guide Alcatel AOS-W Reference Guide...

  • Page 57: Text Conventions

    Appendix C Text Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this manual to emphasize important concepts: 3-3 Text Conventions ABLE Type Style Description Italics This style is used to emphasize important terms and to mark the titles of books. System items This fixed-width font depicts the following: Sample screen output System prompts...

  • Page 58: Contacting Alcatel

    OmniAccess OAW-AP70: Installation Guide Contacting Alcatel Web Site Main Site http://www.alcatel.com Support http://www.alcatel.com/enterprise Telephone Numbers Main US/Canada (800) 995-2612 Main Outside US (818) 880-3500 Part 031644-00 May 2005...

  • Page 59: Notes

    Notes Notes...

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