Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point Installation Guide The Aruba AP-130 series of wireless access points support the IEEE 802.11n standard for high-performance WLAN. These access points use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology and support existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services. The AP-130 series access points work only in conjunction with an Aruba Controller. The Aruba AP-130 series access points provide the following capabilities:
Wireless transceiver Protocol-independent networking functionality IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless access point IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless air monitor Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE Central management configuration and upgrades through an Aruba Controller Minimum Software Requirements The AP-130 Series access point requires ArubaOS 6.1 or later. Package Contents AP-130 series access point Installation guide (this document) 9/16 Ceiling Rail Adapter 15/16 Ceiling Rail Adapter Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed. Additional mounting kits for use with the AP-130 series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales representative for details. N O T E N O T E 0510882-01 | March 2011 1 Device Overview Figure 1 AP-130 Series Access Points (AP-134 Shown) LED Status Indicators 134 3 0 0 _ 4 3 1
P A Antenna Connectors (AP-134 Only) LEDs The AP-130 Series access point is equipped with five LEDs that indicate the status of various components of the device. PWR: Indicates the whether or not the AP-130 is powered on and its status. ENET 0: Indicates the status and activity of Ethernet port 0 ENET 1: Indicates the status and activity of Ethernet port 1 11b/g/n: Indicates the status of the 2.4 GHz radio 11a/n: Indicates the status of the 5.0 GHz radio For more information about the LEDs and their behavior, see Table 3 on page 10. External Antenna Connectors The AP-134 is designed for use with external antennas. The AP-135 is equipped with internal antennas. For more information about antenna types and configurations, visit www.arubanetworks.com. 2 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide Figure 2 AP-130 Series Rear Reset Button DC Power Socket 2 0 0 _ 4 3 1
P A CONSOLE ENET 1 ENET 0 Kensington Security Slot Console Port Use the console port to connect to a terminal for direct local management. Ethernet Ports AP-130 Series is equipped with two10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) auto-sensing, MDI/MDX wired-network connectivity port. These ports support IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliance, accepting 56VDC as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) such as a PoE midspan injector, or network infrastructure that supports PoE. DC Power Socket If PoE is not available, an optional Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately) can be used to power the AP-130 Series. Reset Button The reset button can be used to return the AP to factory default settings. To reset the AP:
1. Power off the AP. 2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a paperclip. 3. Power-on the AP without releasing the reset button. The power LED will flash within 5 seconds. 4. Release the reset button. The power LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is completed. The AP will now continue to boot with the factory default settings. Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide 3 Kensington Lock Slot The AP-130 series is equipped with a Kensington security slot for additional security. Before You Begin
CAUTION FCC Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the United States configured to non-US model controllers will be in violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate termination of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
CAUTION EU Statement:
Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Please refer to the ArubaOS User Guide for details on restrictions. Produit rseau local radio basse puissance operant dans la bande frquence 2.4 GHz et 5 GHz. Merci de vous refer-
rer au ArubaOS User Guide pour les details des restrictions. Low Power FunkLAN Produkt, das im 2.4 GHz und im 5 GHz Band arbeitet. Weitere Informationen bezlglich Ein-
schrnkungen finden Sie im ArubaOS User Guide. Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare riferimento alla ArubaOS User Guide per avere informazioni detagliate sulle restrizioni. Pre-Installation Network Requirements After WLAN planning is complete and the appropriate products and their placement have been determined, the Aruba Controller(s) must be installed and initial setup performed before the Aruba Access Points are deployed. For initial setup of the Controller, refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for the software version installed on your controller. Pre-Installation Checklist Before installing your AP-130 series access point, be sure that you have the following:
For the AP-134: External antennas as specified in the network deployment plan CAT5 or better UTP cable of required length One of the following power sources:
IEEE 802.3at-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) source The POE source can be any power source equipment (PSE) controller or midspan PSE device Aruba 12 VDC AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately) Aruba Controller provisioned on the network:
Layer 2/3 network connectivity to your access point One of the following network services:
Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP) DNS server with an A record DHCP Server with vendor-specific options 4 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide Summary of the Setup Process It is important that you verify the items listed under Pre-Installation Checklist before you attempt to set up and install an AP-130 series AP. N O T E Successful setup of an AP-130 series access point consists of five tasks, which must be performed in this order:
1. Verify pre-installation connectivity. Identify the specific installation location for each AP. Install each AP. 2. 3. 4. Verify post-installation connectivity. 5. Configure each AP.
CAUTION Access points are radio transmission 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 assignments appropriate to the location in which the access point will be used. Aruba Networks, in compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the AP-130 series access points so that only authorized network administrators can change the settings. For more information about AP configuration, refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide and ArubaOS User Guide. N O T E Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity Before you install APs in a network environment, make sure that the APs will be able to locate and connect to the Controller when powered on. Specifically, you must verify the following conditions:
When connected to the network, each AP is assigned a valid IP address APs are able to locate the Controller (Mobility Controller Discovery) Refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for instructions on locating and connecting to the Controller. Identifying Specific Installation Locations You can mount the AP-130 series access point a ceiling rail (using the included adapter) or on a wall (using the wall mount adapter, sold separately). Use the AP placement map generated by Arubas Airwave Virtual RF 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 have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in RF plan. Unidentified 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 AP to its fixed location. Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide 5 RF absorbers include:
Cement/concrete: Old concrete has high levels of water dissipation, which dries out the concrete, allowing for potential RF propagation. New concrete has high levels of water concentration within the concrete, blocking RF signals. Natural Items: Fish tanks, water fountains, ponds, and trees Brick RF reflectors include:
Metal Objects: Metal pans between floors, rebar, fire doors, air conditioning/heating ducts, mesh windows, blinds, chain link fences (depending on aperture size), refrigerators, racks, shelves, and filing cabinets Do not place an AP between two air conditioning/heating ducts. Make sure that APs 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) Lunch rooms and call centers with cordless headsets 6 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide N O T E
CAUTION Installing the AP Service to all Aruba Networks products should be performed by trained service personnel only. Using the Ceiling Rail Adapter The AP130 series ships with two ceiling rail adapters for 9/16 and 15/16 ceiling rails. Make sure the AP fits securely on the ceiling tile rail when hanging the device from the ceiling, because poor installation could cause it to fall onto people or equipment. 1. Pull the necessary cables through a prepared hole in the ceiling tile near where the AP will be placed. 2. Place the adapter against the back of the AP with the adapter at an angle of approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see Figure 3). 3. Twist the adapter clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see Figure 3). Figure 3 Attaching the Ceiling Rail Adapter If necessary, connect the console cable to the console port on the back of the AP. 4. 5. Hold the AP next to the ceiling tile rail with the ceiling tile rail mounting slots at approximately a 30-
degree angle to the ceiling tile rail (see Figure 4). Make sure that any cable slack is above the ceiling tile. 6. Pushing toward the ceiling tile, rotate the AP clockwise until the device clicks into place on the ceiling tile rail. 1 0 0 _ 0 3 1
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Installation Guide 7 Figure 4 Mounting the AP 2 0 0 _ 0 3 1
P A 7. On the AP-134, install the external antennas according to the manufacturers instructions, and connect the antennas to the antenna interfaces on the AP. Connecting Required Cables Install cables in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations and practices. Ethernet Ports The RJ45 Ethernet ports (ENET0 and ENET1) support 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing MDI/MDX connections. Use these ports to connect the AP to a twisted pair Ethernet LAN segment or directly to an Aruba Controller. Use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP cable up to 100 m (325 feet) long. The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports are on the bottom of the AP. These ports have RJ-45 female connectors with the pin-outs shown in Table 1. 8 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide Table 1 Ethernet Port Pin-out Connector Pin Signal Name GE Connection FE Connection PoE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 BI_DA+ Bi-directional pair A+ RX+
BI_DA Bi-directional pair A RX BI_DB+ Bi-directional pair B+ TX+
BI_DC+ Bi-directional pair C+ Spare pair BI_DC Bi-directional pair C Spare pair BI_DB Bi-directional pair B TX BI_DD+ Bi-directional pair D+ Spare pair BI_DB Bi-directional pair D Spare pair POE negative POE negative POE positive POE positive POE positive POE positive POE negative POE negative Serial Console Port The serial console port allows you to connect the AP to a serial terminal or a laptop for direct local management. This port is an RJ-45 female connector with the pinouts described in Table 2. Connect this port in one of the following ways:
Connect it directly to a terminal or terminal server using an Ethernet cable. Use a modular adapter to convert the RJ-45 (female) connector on the AP to a DB-9 (male) connector, and connect the adapter to a laptop using an RS-232 cable. See Figure 5 for connector details of the adapter. Table 2 Console Port Pin-out Connector Pin Signal Name Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 TXD GND GND RXD 3 4 5 6 Pins not listed are not connected. Transmit Ground Ground Receive Figure 5 RJ-45 (Female) to DB-9 (Male) Modular Adapter Conversion RJ-45 Female Pin-Out TxD GND RxD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Direction Input Output Internal Connections RJ-45 3 4 5 6 TxD GND RxD DB-9 2 5 3 DB-9 Male Pin-Out Ground RxD TxD 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Direction Input Output Power Connection The AP-130 Series has a single 12V DC power jack socket to support powering through an AC-to-DC power adapter. If both POE and DC power are available, the AP uses POE even when there is not enough POE voltage available to power the AP. N O T E Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide 9 Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity The integrated LEDs on the AP can be used at this point to verify that the AP is receiving power and initializing successfully (see Table 3). Refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for further details on verifying post-installation network connectivity. Table 3 AP-130 Series LED Meanings LED PWR ENET 0
(100/1000 Mbps) ENET 1
(100/1000 Mbps) 11A/N 11B/G/N Color/State Meaning Off Green steady Green flashing Red steady Green/Amber off Green on Amber on Green/amber blinking Green/Amber off Green on Amber on Green/amber blinking Off Amber Green steady Green flashing Off Amber Green steady Green flashing No power to AP Power on, device ready Device booting, not ready System failed to initialize No link 1000 Mbps link 10/100 Mbps link Link activity No Link 1000 Mbps link 10/100 Mbps link Link activity 5 GHz radio disabled 5 GHz radio enabled in WLAN mode 5 GHz radio enabled in 11n mode 5 GHz Air Monitor mode 2.4 GHz radio disabled 2.4 GHz radio enabled in WLAN mode 2.4 GHz radio enabled in 11n mode 2.4 GHz Air Monitor Mode Configuring the AP-130 AP Provisioning/Reprovisioning Provisioning parameters are unique to each AP. These local AP parameters are initially configured on the Controller which are then pushed out to the AP and stored on the AP itself. Aruba recommends that provisioning settings be configured via the ArubaOS WebUI only. Refer to the ArubaOS User Guide for complete details. AP Configuration Configuration parameters are network or controller specific and are configured and stored on the Controller. Network configuration settings are pushed out to the AP(s) but remain stored on the Controller. Product Specifications Mechanical Dimensions (antenna stowed) (HxWxD):
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Installation Guide 6.69 inches x 6.69 inches x 1.77 inches 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm x 4.5 cm Weight: 1.68 lbs/760 g Shipping Dimensions:
11.22 inches x 9.45 inches x 2.76 inches 28.5 cm x 24.0 cm x 7.0 cm Temperature:
Operating: 0C to 50C (32F to 122F) Storage: -40C to 70C (-40F to 158F) Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing Mounting:
Ceiling (with included adapter) Wall (with adapter, sold separately) Antennas:
6 integrated antenna elements (AP-135) 3 RP-SMA interfaces for external antennas (AP-134) Visual Status Indicators (LEDs): See Table 3 Electrical Ethernet:
2 x 10/100/1000 Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 Interfaces MDI/MDX IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T), IEEE 802.3u (100Base-T). IEEE 802.3ab (1000Base-T) Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3at compliant), 48V DC/350mA (see Table 1 on page 9 for pin configuration) Power:
12 VDC power interface, supports powering through an AC-to-DC mains electric power adapter If a power adapter other than the one provided by Aruba Networks is used in the US or Canada, it should be cULus
(NRTL) Listed, with an output rated 12VDC, minimum 1.25A, marked LPS or Class 2, and suitable for plugging into a standard power receptacle in the US and Canada. N O T E POE support on Ethernet ports:
802.3at-compliant POE sourcing devices Wireless LAN Network Standards: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11a, and IEEE 802.11n Antenna Type:
Integrated 802.11a/b/g/n omni-directional high-gain antenna Detachable 802.11a/b/g/n omni-directional high-gain antenna Antenna Gain (Integrated Antennas):
2.4 2.5 GHz (max) 5.180 5.825 GHz (max) Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide 11 Radio Technology:
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) 3 x 3 MIMO with up to three spatial streams Radio Modulation Type:
802.11b - CCK, BPSK, QPSK 802.11a/g/n - CCK, BPSK, QPSK,16-QAM, 64-QAM Media Access Control: CSMA/CA with ACK Supported Frequency Bands 2.4GHz:
2.400 ~ 2.4835GHz (Global), channels country specific Supported Frequency Bands 5GHz:
5.150 ~ 5.250GHz (low band), country-specific 5.250 ~ 5.350GHz (mid band), country-specific 5.470 ~ 5.725GHz (Europe), country-specific 5.725 ~ 5.850GHz GHz (high band), country-specific Data Rates:
802.11b - 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps per channel 802.11g - 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps per channel 802.11a - 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps per channel 802.11n - Data rate MCS0 MCS23 (from 6.5 Mbps to 450 Mbps) Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment For the most current information about Global Environmental Compliance and Aruba products, see our website at www.arubanetworks.com. Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Aruba products at end of life are subject to separate collection and treatment in the EU Member States, Norway, and Switzerland and therefore are marked with the symbol shown at the left (crossed-out wheelie bin). The treatment applied at end of life of these products in these countries shall comply with the applicable national laws of countries implementing Directive 2002/96EC on Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE). European Union RoHS Aruba products also comply with the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS). EU RoHS restricts the use of specific hazardous materials in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment. Specifically, restricted materials under the RoHS Directive are Lead (including Solder used in printed circuit assemblies), Cadmium, Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, and Bromine. Some Aruba products are subject to the exemptions listed in RoHS Directive Annex 7 (Lead in solder used in printed circuit assemblies). Products and packaging will be marked with the RoHS label shown at the left indicating conformance to this Directive. 12 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide China RoHS Aruba products also comply with China environmental declaration requirements and are labeled with the EFUP 10 label shown at the left. 10 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
Installation Guide 13 Safety and Regulatory Compliance Aruba Networks provides a multi-language document that contains country-specific restrictions and additional safety and regulatory information for all Aruba access points. This document can be viewed or downloaded from the following location: www.arubanetworks.com/safety_addendum FCC Class B Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio communications. If this equipment does cause interference, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help. Complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus, ICES-003 of Industry Canada. Cet apareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. EU Regulatory Conformance This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the R & TTE Directive (99/5/EC) - CE 2280(!){! In circle}. Aruba Networks Inc., hereby declares that this AP-134 and AP-135 device models are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. CE 2280(!) The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC is available for viewing at the following location in the EU community.
CAUTION RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 13.78 inches (35 cm) between the radiator and 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. When operated in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range, this device is restricted to indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference with co-channel Mobile Satellite Systems. 14 Aruba AP-130 Series Access Point |
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