Cabling The Power Injector - Motorola AP-7131N-FGR Product Reference Manual

• The Power Injector is not a repeater, and does not amplify the Ethernet data signal. For
optimal performance, ensure the unit is placed as close as possible to the network data port.
CAUTION To avoid problematic performance and restarts, disable POE from a
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2.6.1.2 Cabling the Power Injector

To install a Power Injector to an Ethernet data source and an access point:
CAUTION Ensure AC power is supplied to the Power Injector using an AC cable
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1. Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the network data supply (host) and the Power
Injector's Data In connector.
2. Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable between the Power Injector's Data & Power Out
connector and the access point's GE1/POE port.
CAUTION Cabling the Power Injector to WAN port (GE2) renders the AP non-
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Ensure the cable length from the Ethernet source (host) to the Power Injector and access
point does not exceed 100 meters (333 ft). The Power Injector has no On/Off power switch.
The Power Injector receives power and is ready for access point connection and operation
as soon as AC power is applied. Refer to the Installation Guide shipped with the Power
Injector for a description of the device's LED behavior.
3. Verify all cable connections are complete before supplying power to the access point.
wired switch port connected to an access point if mid-span power
sourcing equipment (PSE) is used between the two, regardless of the
manufacturer of the switch.
with an appropriate ground connection approved for the country of
operation.
operational. Only use a AP-PSBIAS-1P3-AFR (or AP-PSBIAS-1P2-AFR)
Power Injector with the access point's GE1/POE (LAN) port.
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