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Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 7762-S Installation Manual

Dual-band 802.11n smart wi-fi outdoor sector access point
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ZoneFlex
7762-S Dual-Band 802.11n
Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Sector Access Point

Installation Guide

Part Number 800-70293-001 Rev B
Published April 2011
www.ruckuswireless.com

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    ™ Ruckus Wireless ™ ZoneFlex 7762-S Dual-Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Sector Access Point Installation Guide Part Number 800-70293-001 Rev B Published April 2011 www.ruckuswireless.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Installation Guide ..........1 Related Documentation .
  • Page 4 Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster ..22 What You Will Need ........... . 22 Step 1: Prepare the Administrative Computer .
  • Page 5 Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings ......59 What to Do Next ............63 Change the Administrative Password .

  • Page 7: About This Installation Guide

    About This Installation Guide This Installation Guide provides information on how to set up the Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 7762-S Dual-Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Sector Access Point on your network. Topics covered in this guide include installation, basic configuration, and device mounting.

  • Page 8: Unpacking The Zoneflex Access Point

    A complete Access Point package contains all of the items listed below: ZoneFlex 7762-S Access Point ■ Small plastic bag containing the Ruckus Wireless PoE injector for ZoneFlex 7762-S AP ■ Box containing the power adapter for the PoE injector ■...
  • Page 9 Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point Package Contents Figure 1. DC connector pins and DC cord connector assembly Boot DC cord connector Coupling ring Connector pins (4 pieces) Cable clamp housing Figure 2. RJ-45 waterproofing assembly RJ-45 connector (on Clamping ring Rubber O-ring Sealing nut assembly...

  • Page 10: Mounting Kit Contents

    Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point Package Contents Figure 3. Electrical shunt for resetting the Access Point to factory default settings Mounting Kit Contents Dynamic bracket ■ Static bracket ■ Steel clamp (2 pieces) ■ Machine screws (8 pieces) ■ Hex bolts (4 pieces) ■...

  • Page 11: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools Before You Begin Before installing and setting up the Access Point, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you first complete the following pre-installation tasks: Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools ■ Get to Know the Access Point Features ■...

  • Page 12: Get To Know The Access Point Features

    Figure 6 identify the Access Point features that are relevant to the installation and mounting instructions that this guide provides. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features. Figure 5. Access Point parts...
  • Page 13 PoE injector is used, this port can supply 802.af PoE to the connected PoE-capable device (for example, another ZoneFlex 7762-S AP or an IP-based surveillance camera). To use this port to supply PoE, you first need to enable the PoE feature on the Web interface.

  • Page 14: 5Ghz Antenna Connectors

    Before You Begin Get to Know the Access Point Features Table 1. LEDs and connectors on the Access Point Label Description DC Connector In addition to PoE, you can also use direct current or DC (from a battery, for example) to supply power to the Access Point. NOTE: If you connect the Access Point to both PoE and DC power sources at the same time, it will use PoE as the primary power source and DC power as the backup power source.

  • Page 15: Perform A Site Survey

    Access Point. Physical Obstructions and Sources of Interference In general, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you install the Access Point away from obstructions and sources of interference. Avoid installing the Access Point in an environment where obstructions exist between sending and receiving devices.

  • Page 16: Sector Coverage And Recommended Downtilt

    2.4GHz radio. To enable the AP to cover its immediate area effectively and, at the same time, extend its wireless coverage farther using this radio, Ruckus Wireless recommends mounting the AP in a vertical position with a 10- to 15-degree downtilt (see Figure Figure 7.
  • Page 17 Before You Begin Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Positioning Figure 8. The 7762-S provides a 120º horizontal beamwidth 120º horizontal beamwidth...

  • Page 18: 360º Coverage Of Deployment Area

    Before You Begin Become Familiar with the Installation Components 360º Coverage of Deployment Area If your deployment scenario requires wireless coverage in all directions, you can deploy three colocated 7762-S APs and mount them on the same pole or mast in such as way that together they provide 360 degrees of coverage.
  • Page 19 Before You Begin Become Familiar with the Installation Components Figure 10. Typical installation components using both PoE and DC power sources INDOOR OUTDOOR 18 AWG min ZoneFlex 7762-S green-and- Outdoor AP DC power yellow wire Ground source screw DC cable...

  • Page 20: Decide How You Will Supply Power To The Access Point

    Before You Begin Decide How You Will Supply Power to the Access Point WARNING: The Ruckus Wireless PoE injector (if supplied with your Access Point) is for indoor use only. Never mount the PoE injector outdoors with the Access Point.
  • Page 21 Before You Begin Connecting Colocated 7762-S Access Points Figure 11. Colocated 7762-S APs connected separately to the same outdoor Ethernet switch Three colocated 7762-S APs Outdoor Ethernet switch Internet...
  • Page 22 Before You Begin Connecting Colocated 7762-S Access Points Figure 12. Colocated 7762-S APs connected separately to the same indoor Ethernet switch Three colocated 7762-S APs Internet Indoor Ethernet switch...

  • Page 23: Configuring The Access Point

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector Configuring the Access Point The procedure for completing the Access Point’s essential configuration depends on whether you want it to be managed by either ZoneDirector or FlexMaster or to operate as a standalone access point. Refer to the section that is relevant to your deployment: Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector ■...

  • Page 24: Step 1: Connect The Cables To The Access Point

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector One 0.195” to 0.265” outside diameter, two-conductor DC cable. Gage depends on ■ the length. Total round trip resistance must be less than 0.4 ohm. This means no more than seven meters of 20 gage copper. The insulation should comply with local code requirements.
  • Page 25 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector Figure 13. Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector To network To AP To AC power source You have completed connecting the Access Point to the network and to a PoE power source.
  • Page 26 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector Figure 14. DC cable connector assembly DC cable Cable clamp Coupling Boot housing ring End that goes to the AP 3. Strip the DC cable about 3/8” (metric 10mm) and each of the four conductors about 7/32”...
  • Page 27 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector Figure 16. Pinout connections for the DC cable Pinout +DC power -DC power Factory reset Ground Figure 17. Insert the conductors into the pins, crimp or solder the edges, and then insert the pins into the connector Crimp or solder the conductors before inserting them into the...

  • Page 28: Step 2: Connect The Access Point To The Same Subnet As Zonedirector

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Step 2: Connect the Access Point to the Same Subnet as ZoneDirector 1. Verify that the Access Point is powered on. 2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the PoE IN port on the AP. 3.

  • Page 29: Step 1: Prepare The Administrative Computer

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster One 5.6mm-6.0mm (outside diameter) Cat5e foil screened twisted pair (FTP) solid ■ cable Two Ethernet cables ■ PoE injector (supplied with the AP) ■ 6mm Phillips screwdriver ■...
  • Page 30 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster 5. Click Use the following IP address, and then configure the IP address settings with the values listed in Table 2. For a sample configuration, refer to Figure Table 2.

  • Page 31: Step 2: Connect The Access Point To The Administrative Computer

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Step 2: Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer The procedure for connecting the Access Point to the administrative computer depends on the power source that you will be using. You can do one of the following: Use Power Over Ethernet ■...
  • Page 32 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Use DC Power NOTE: If you already assembled the DC cord connector in “Step 1: Connect the Cables to the Access Point” page 18, you only need to connect the DC cord connector to the 12V DC port on the AP (see Step 10 and onwards).
  • Page 33 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 21. Strip the DC cable and the four conductors 3/8 inches (max) 7/32 inches (max) 5. Insert the stripped part of the conductors into the four connector pins, and then crimp the edges of the connector pins to secure the conductors.

  • Page 34: Step 3: Log In To The Access Point's Web Interface

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster Figure 23. Insert the conductors into the pins, crimp or solder the edges, and then insert the pins into the connector Crimp or solder the conductors before inserting them into the connector 7.

  • Page 35: Step 4: Configure The Wireless Settings

    Wireless # tab. These are the essential wireless settings that will enable wireless devices on the network to associate with the Access Point. NOTE: ZoneFlex 7762-S has one 2.4GHz radio and one 5GHz radio. The wireless settings for each radio need to be configured separately on the Web interface (except for the...
  • Page 36 Access Point uses only the radio channels allowed in your country or region. NOTE: The two radios on ZoneFlex 7762-S AP are always configured with the same country code setting. If you change the country code for Radio 2.4G, for example, the same change will be automatically applied to Radio 5G.
  • Page 37 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster...
  • Page 38 4. Clear the SSID box, and then type a unique and descriptive name that you want to call this wireless network. For example, you can type Ruckus Wireless AP. This SSID is the name that will help users identify this wireless network in their wireless network connection applica- tion.
  • Page 39 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster (Optional) Set the FlexMaster Server Address If you have a FlexMaster server installed on the network and you intend to use FlexMaster to manage the Access Point, you can set the FlexMaster server address at this point. Before starting this procedure, make sure you obtain the correct FlexMaster server URL.
  • Page 40 (Optional) Enable PoE for the PoE OUT Port If you are using the supplied Ruckus Wireless PoE injector for 7762-S AP (and power adapter) to supply power to the AP, you can use PoE OUT port to supply PoE to any PoE- capable device (for example, another ZoneFlex 7762-S AP or an IP-based surveillance camera).

  • Page 41: Step 5: Disconnect The Access Point From The Administrative Computer

    Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster In addition to the supplied Ruckus Wireless PoE injector for ZoneFlex 7762-S AP, you can also use DC power or a standard 802.3af/802.3at PoE injector to supply power to the AP.
  • Page 42 Configuring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster 3. When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the scrolling list, and then click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties dialog box appears. 4.

  • Page 43: Verifying Access Point Operation

    Connect the Access Point to the Network Verifying Access Point Operation Before mounting the unit, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you verify that the Access Point is operating correctly. To do this, you will need to connect the Access Point...

  • Page 44: Check The Tr069 Status (Flexmaster Management Only)

    Verifying Access Point Operation Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only) 3. Click Connect. Your wireless client connects to the wireless network. After the wireless client connects to the wireless network successfully, the wireless client icon in the system tray changes to Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only) If you configured the Access Point to report to a FlexMaster server on the network, make...

  • Page 45: Deploying The Access Point

    Deploying the Access Point Step 1: Connect and Seal the RJ-45 Cable Deploying the Access Point In this step, you will connect the Access Point to the network from its mounting location. Step 1: Connect and Seal the RJ-45 Cable The Access Point comes with two sets of RJ-45 waterproof connectors.

  • Page 46: Step 2: Complete The Power Connections

    Deploying the Access Point Step 2: Complete the Power Connections You have completed connecting the RJ-45 cable and sealing the connection. Step 2: Complete the Power Connections The Access Point supports both PoE and DC power and it can be connected to both power sources at the same time.
  • Page 47 Deploying the Access Point Step 2: Complete the Power Connections Figure 30. Connect the Ethernet cables and power adapter to the PoE injector To network To AP To AC power source You have completed setting up the PoE power connection.
  • Page 48 Deploying the Access Point Step 2: Complete the Power Connections Use DC Power NOTE: If you already assembled the DC cord connector in “Step 1: Connect the Cables to the Access Point” page 18, you only need to connect the DC cord connector to the 12V DC port on the AP (see Step 10 and onwards).
  • Page 49 Deploying the Access Point Step 2: Complete the Power Connections Figure 32. Strip the DC cable and the four conductors 3/8 inches (max) 7/32 inches (max) 5. Insert the stripped part of the conductors into the four connector pins, and then crimp the edges of the connector pins to secure the conductors.

  • Page 50: Step 3: Connect The Access Point To The Network

    Deploying the Access Point Step 3: Connect the Access Point to the Network Figure 34. Insert the conductors into the pins, crimp or solder the edges, and then insert the pins into the connector Crimp or solder the conductors before inserting them into the connector 7.
  • Page 51 Deploying the Access Point Step 3: Connect the Access Point to the Network Figure 35. Typical installation components using both PoE and DC power sources INDOOR OUTDOOR ZoneFlex 7762-S 18 AWG min Outdoor AP green-and- DC power Ground yellow wire...

  • Page 52: Attaching The Mounting Brackets

    ■ Attaching the Bracket to a Flat Surface WARNING: Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you wear eye protection before drilling holes on the mounting surface. NOTE: The wall anchors that are supplied with the Access Point are for mounting on solid masonry walls only.
  • Page 53 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 1. Place the static bracket at the exact location on the mounting surface where you want to mount it. 2. Use the static bracket as a template to mark the locations of the mounting holes on the four mounting tabs.

  • Page 54: Attaching The Bracket To A Pole

    Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Figure 37. Insert a wall anchor into each hole that you drilled, align the holes on the bracket with the wall anchors, and the secure the bracket with the flat washers and the hex nuts Wall anchor Metal cone...
  • Page 55 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface Figure 38. Insert the steel clamps into the two tabs on the bracket...
  • Page 56 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 1: Attach the Static Bracket to the Mounting Surface 3. Use the clamps to attach the bracket to the pole. Figure 39. Use the clamps to attach the bracket to the pole...

  • Page 57: Step 2: Attach The Dynamic Bracket To The Access Point

    Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 4. Using a 10mm flathead screwdriver, tighten the clamp locks to secure the bracket to the pole. Screw torque value must be 1.1-1.2 Newton meter (Nm). Figure 40.
  • Page 58 Attaching the Mounting Brackets Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 3. Using a 6mm Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four machine screws to fasten the bracket to the Access Point. Screw torque value must be 0.4-0.5 Newton meter (Nm). 4.

  • Page 59: Mounting The Access Point

    Mounting the Access Point Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Mounting the Access Point To mount the Access Point, you will need to join the two mounting brackets that you attached earlier to the device and the mounting surface. For this procedure, you will need the following items: Hex bolts ■...
  • Page 60 Mounting the Access Point Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 41. Joining the two brackets in a vertical pole installation Antenna connectors 2. Align the mounting holes on the dynamic bracket with the mounting holes on the static bracket.
  • Page 61 Mounting the Access Point Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point Figure 42. Insert hex bolts into the mounting holes Hex bolts 5. Finger tighten the hex bolts. 6. Adjust the Access Point to your desired orientation. NOTE: If you have not yet determined the optimal orientation for your Access Point, refer “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Positioning”...

  • Page 62: Optional) Mounting And Connecting The 5Ghz External Antennas

    (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the 5GHz External Antennas Step 2: Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the 5GHz External Antennas If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect 5GHz 14dBi (or lower) external antennas to the standard N-type female connectors on the Access Point.

  • Page 63: Configuring The 5Ghz Antenna Gain

    (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the 5GHz External Antennas Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain The 7762-S AP allows you to configure the gain of the two 5GHz external antennas (not supplied). There are two ways you can configure the 5GHz antenna gain: Configure the Antenna Gain from the AP CLI ■...
  • Page 64 (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the 5GHz External Antennas Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain 5. Verify that WLAN Service check box is selected. The WLAN service must be enabled before you can configure the antenna gain. 6. Select the check box after External Antenna, and then enter the antenna gain value (in dBi) in the box provided.

  • Page 65: Resetting The Access Point To Factory Default Settings

    Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings You can reset the Access Point to its factory default settings by shorting pins 3 and 4 on the DC connector. Use the electrical shunt that is provided with the Access Point package to perform this procedure.
  • Page 66 Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain 4. Install the shunt on pins 3 and 4, as shown in Figure 45 Figure 45. Install the shunt Pin 4 Pin 3...
  • Page 67 Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain 5. Wait 10 seconds, and then remove the shunt. Figure 46. Wait 10 seconds Figure 47. Remove the shunt...
  • Page 68 Resetting the Access Point to Factory Default Settings Configuring the 5GHz Antenna Gain 6. Verify that the STATUS LED on the Access Point is off. If the STATUS LED is off, it indicates that the reset process is complete. You have completed resetting the Access Point to its factory default settings.

  • Page 69: Change The Administrative Password

    What to Do Next The following are some of the post-installation tasks that Ruckus Wireless recommends. Refer to the ZoneFlex 7762-S Dual-Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Sector Access Point User Guide for more information on configuring and managing the Access Point.
  • Page 70 What to Do Next Read Related Documentation...

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