Verify The Access Point Passes The Self Test - HP ProCurve 420 Installation And Getting Started Manual

2. Verify the Access Point Passes the Self Test

Before mounting the access point in its network location, you should first
verify that it is working properly by plugging it into a power source, or
connecting it to a switch that provides Power over Ethernet, and verifying that
it passes its self test.
1. Connect a network cable from a PoE source device (such as a switch) to
N o t e
The Access Point 420 does not have a power switch. It is powered on when
the power adapter is connected to the access point and to a power source, or
when a network cable is connected to the access point and to a network device
that provides Power over Ethernet. For safety, when connecting to an elec­
trical outlet, the power outlet should be located near the access point.
Use only the AC power adapter supplied with the access point. Use of other
adapters, including adapters that came with other HP network products, may
result in damage to the equipment.
the RJ-45 port on the back of the access point, or connect the supplied
power adapter to the power connector on the back of the access point,
and then into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Installing the Access Point 420
Installation Procedures
Connect network
Or connect power adapter
cable to PoE switch
to the power connector
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