FCC ID: RE7-AP832I Dual Radio Access Point

Meru AP832 Installation Guide Copyright Meru Networks, Inc., 20032013. All rights reserved. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. April 2013 Document Number: 882-70013 Rev A Ver 2 AP832 Installation Guide Safety Precautions Chapter 2 Installing AP832e This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP832e. It contains the following sections:

Safety Precautions Unpack the AP832e Installation Requirements Install the AP832e Check AP832e LED Activity Where to Go From Here Safety Precautions IMPORTANTRead and follow the regulatory instructions in Appendix B before installing and operating this product. If an optional power supply is used, it must be one supplied by Meru Networks. Warning!

This product is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed power supply marked Class 2 or LPS and rated minimum 12Vdc, 2A. For Power over Ethernet, an 802.3af or 802.3at connection must be used. The AP832e is intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af. All intercon-

nected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the interconnected equip-

ment's associated LAN connection. Unpack the AP832e Confirm that the AP832e shipping package contains these items:

2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e iii Installation Requirements AP832e Wall mount bracket Two ceiling mount brackets (for varying sized ceiling structures) Six antennas Screws for the mounting bracket Installation Requirements An array of holes on the mounting bracket allows the AP832e to be mounted on the wall and over junc-

tion boxes or molly bolts. There are holes for passing the PoE Ethernet or external power supply cable through the bracket if the bracket is mounted on a junction box. The AP832e has a security cable slot so you can lock the AP832e with a standard security cable, such as those used to secure laptop computers. The AP832e ships with included ceiling and wall mounting brackets to be used for varying types of lcations, such as on T-bars or over junction boxes. For mounting above ceiling tiles, purchase optional mounting kits:

Above Suspended Ceiling Mounting Kit (T-Bar Hanger): MNT-ASCMKIT Above hanging ceiling tiles. Suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with the Section 832e-22(c) of the National Electric Code and Sections 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) and 12 - 100 of the Canadian Electrical Code. Part 1. C22. 1. Note that in order to comply with these standards, the plastic cover on the AP must be removed. Additional Equipment A power source is needed to power the AP832e. The AP832e requires an 802.3af or 802.3at power source when operating with PoE. If this is not available, 12V DC power (2A rated) must be supplied. Antenna Mappings See Table 1 to determine which radio is associated with each antenna. iv Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Install the AP832e Table 1: Antenna Mappings Antenna Radio/Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 Radio 1 Radio 1 Radio 1 Radio 2 Radio 2 Radio 2 Install the AP832e Select a Location Attach the Provided Antennas Install the Access Point Select a Location All AP832e interconnected equipment, including the associated LAN connection, must be contained within the same building. In addition, the AP832e location should meet the following conditions:

Relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves. Select a location with minimal physical obstructions between the AP and the wireless stations. In an office with cubicles, mounting the APs below a hanging ceiling (plenum is supported) or the wall near the ceiling provides the least obstructed communications path. On a wall, orient the AP832e horizontally so that you can read the Meru logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this orientation provides optimum MIMO performance. Access to wall outlet or a to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection to the network switch servicing the controller. We recommend planning for about 256 clients per radio (or per interference region) if you plan to use Virtual Port and plan to have phones as clients. Refer to the Meru Deployment Guides on the support site for more information. AP832e is designed to provide 360 degree omni-directional coverage as illustrated below. Plan place-

ment with this pattern in mind. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e v Install the AP832e Figure 1: Coverage Pattern for AP832e When Ceiling Mounted ceiling floor Most installations receive the best coverage using the following guidelines:

Install APs toward the center of the building. Place APs about 80 feet apart. Do not install APs near metal objects, such as heating ducts, metal doors, or electric service panels. Note: When planning to operating multiple radios on the same band (i.e., 2 radios on the 2.4GHz band), it is important that the user reduce the transmit power for each radio by 3dBm from its default setting. Attach the Provided Antennas All AP832es have six external antenna ports, labeled 1 - 6. These units operate with six antennas attached, even though some configurations dont use all six. Instead of attaching an antenna, you can cap unused antenna connectors with 50 ohm Reverse Polarity SMA terminators. (For a list of approved terminators, see http://www.merunetworks.com/merusupport.) To achieve the best performance from your AP832e, position antennas at a 90 degree angle relative to each other. The antennas do not have to be oriented exactly as shown in the figure, but it is important to maintain the relative angles. If for some reason you are unable to maintain those angles, the network still operates, but you may experience up to 20% drop in throughput depending on the antenna orientation. Do not leave any antenna connectors unterminated. All connectors on the AP must be terminated with antennas or with 50 ohm Reverse Polarity SMA terminators. (For a list of approved terminators, see http://www.merunetworks.com/merusupport. The attached antennas must be the same model; if you replace one antenna, replace them all. Install the Access Point AP832e ships several different mounting bracket components to allow for a variety of mounting options. You can mount an AP832e in the following ways:

Mount AP832e Horizontally on a Shelf Mount AP832e Vertically on a Wall Mount AP832e Below a Suspended Ceiling Mount AP832e on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile Mount AP832e on an Interlude T-Bar vi Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Install the AP832e Mount AP832e Above a Suspended Ceiling Mount AP832e Horizontally on a Shelf When mounting an AP832e horizontally, simply place it on the desired surface and connect power and network cables. Mount AP832e Vertically on a Wall The AP832 ships with a metal bracket that can be used to mount it on a wall. This bracket is used in conjunction with the plastic 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount bracket to easily lock the AP into place. To mount an AP832e on a wall:

1. Place the metal bracket against the wall. It should be oriented such that the indicator text for wall-

mounting is pointing upwards (see Figure 2). Figure 2: AP832 Wall Bracket Wall-mount screws 2. Attach the bracket to the wall using screws at the appropriate screw locations as indicated in Figure 2. Recommend #6, #8 (M3, M3.5). 3. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount component and attach it to the raised screw locations on the Wall Mount plate. See Figure 3. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e vii Install the AP832e Figure 3: Attaching the AP Mount to the Wall Mount 4. Screw the plastic component into place on the metal bracket. 5. Run the Ethernet and power cable (if using one) through the rectangular opening at the bottom of the Wall Mount bracket and connect them to their corresponding ports on the underside of the AP. 6. Press the Receiving Slots on the underside of the AP (indicated below) to the corresponding tabs

("Mounting Pins") on the plastic bracket. See Figure 4. viii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Install the AP832e Figure 4: Attaching the AP to the Wall Mount Note:

process is identical for either AP. Figure 4 shows an AP832i model being attached to the bracket, but the 7. Slide the AP horizontally to lock the tabs into place. 8. If not already connected, you may now connect the Ethernet cable and DC power (if used) and verify that the AP comes online. Mount AP832e Below a Suspended Ceiling The provided ceiling mounting brackets allow the AP832e to attach to suspended ceiling T-rails. The AP ships with two different ceiling mounting bracket options to accomodate varying sizes of ceiling T-

rails. Be sure to attach the correctly-sized bracket to your AP prior to attempting to deploy it. Note that each plastic bracket contains descriptive text to indicate the ceiling T-rail size for which it is designed. To mount an AP832e below a suspended ceiling:

1. Determine the location on the ceiling rail where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tiles. 2. Attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 4) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Press the AP and bracket against the rail and twist to lock it into place. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e ix Install the AP832e 4. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 5. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. Mount AP832e on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has recessed supports and lowered tiles is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket

(MNT-SCRMKIT-03), as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5: Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting Bracket 1. Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted. 2. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 4) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Push down on the thumbscrews provided on the mounting bracket and clip it to the ceiling bar that will support the AP. 4. Tighten the screws to ensure that the mechanism stays locked in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP (with bracket attached) against the Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting bracket indicated above and twist to lock them together. 6. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 7. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. x Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Install the AP832e Mount AP832e on an Interlude T-Bar The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has interlude T-Bar supports is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket (MNT-

SCRMKIT-04), as depicted in Figure 6. Figure 6: T-Bar Mounting Bracket 1. Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted. 2. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 4) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Push down on the thumbscrews provided on the mounting bracket and clip it to the ceiling bar that will support the AP. 4. Tighten the screws to ensure that the mechanism stays locked in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP (with bracket attached) against the T-Bar Mounting bracket indicated above and twist to lock them together. 6. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 7. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. Mount AP832e Above a Suspended Ceiling Note:

AP832e is not plenum-rated and should only be mounted above ceilings in non-plenum air space, such as a return airflow for air conditioning. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e xi Install the AP832e Use the optional T-bar box hanger mounting kit to mount AP832e above suspended ceiling T-rails. The installation attaches the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling rails and then the AP832e attaches to the T-

bar box hanger. Note that AP832e mounted above the ceiling has about 2-3 dBm less RF coverage than AP832e mounted under the ceiling. You may need to modify thicker tiles to support this installation. Warning! When installed in air-handling spaces, such as above a suspended ceiling, power the AP832e only with a PoE, not a power supply. To mount an AP832e above the ceiling with the optional T-bar kit, follow these steps:

1. Determine the location on the ceiling rails where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tile. 2. Unpack the T-bar hanger kit. 3. Attach the mounting bar (depicted in Figure 7) to the mounting brace (which looks like a small handle) with the crossbar of the mounting kit sandwiched between them. See Figure 8. Figure 7: Mounting Bar xii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Install the AP832e Figure 8: Assembled Mounting Bracket Mounting Bar 4 2 6 0 0 Mounting Brace Clips attach to T-bar 4. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 4) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP against the mounting brace and rotate it into place until the locking mechanism clicks. 6. Attach the legs for the mounting kit to the T-Bars in the ceiling by sliding the clips down onto each respective bar. 7. Remove the top nut from each leg. 8. Lower the crossbar (with the AP attached) onto the legs and screw the nuts back on top of the bar. 9. Connect one end of the PoE Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the AP. Note:

Use a shielded Cat 5e (or greater) Ethernet cable in order to comply with international electromagnetic emissions limits. Check that the AP832e is operating correctly before replacing the ceiling tile to the ceiling. Verify correct operation using the LEDs, as shown in Check AP832e LED Activity. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e xiii Check AP832e LED Activity Check AP832e LED Activity When AP832e first connects to the controller (and any time the access point is rebooted), the AP initializes and then is programmed by the controller. When the AP first powers up, the LED is green. Thereafter, its color indicates its operating status. Figure 9: AP832e Status LED LEDs Status 9 4 2 0 0 After the AP832e is connected, check the status of the LED. Its indicator state is described below. xiv Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Check AP832e LED Activity State:

AP is off - either there is no power or the LEDs are set to Off on the controller. Check the LED setting on the controller by clicking Configuration >

Devices > AP, selecting the AP and then checking the setting for LED Mode. AP is booting stage 1. AP832e LED Description LED Color off cyan green blinking AP is booting stage 2. green/white alternating AP is discovering the controller. Status green/blue alternating AP is downloading a configuration from the controller. slow blue blinking AP is online and enabled. rapid blue blinking AP is online and enabled and there is activity on one or both radios. red/yellow alternating blue/yellow alternating Some AP failure occurred; check the controller for more details about the alarm by clicking Monitor

> Alarms > Pending Alarms. AP is online and enabled and one or both radios are either scanning or an admin has taken the radio(s) down. Change LED Appearance If you want to change the appearance of the LEDS, follow these steps:

1. From the controller, click Configuration > Devices > AP, and then select the AP. 2. Select one of these settings for the LED Mode setting:

Normal: LEDs are as described above Blink: Sets all LEDs flashing; this is useful to locate an AP Dark: Turns off all LEDs 3. Click OK. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832e xv Where to Go From Here Where to Go From Here Now that the AP832e is installed, go to the Meru System Director Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the hardware. Return to this chapter to check the status of the LEDs once the WLAN is operational. xvi Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Safety Precautions Chapter 3 Installing AP832i AP832i is supported by System Director versions 5.3 and greater. This chapter describes how to install and configure an AP832i. It contains the following sections:

Safety Precautions Unpack the AP832i Installing AP832i Check AP832i LED Activity Where to Go From Here Safety Precautions IMPORTANTRead and follow the regulatory instructions in Appendix B before installing and operating this product. If an optional power supply is used, it must be one supplied by Meru Networks. Warning!

This product is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed power supply marked Class 2 or LPS and rated minimum 12Vdc, 2A. For Power over Ethernet, an 802.3af or 802.3at connection must be used. The AP832i is only intended for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3af. All intercon-

nected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the interconnected equip-

ment's associated LAN connection. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xvii Unpack the AP832i Unpack the AP832i Confirm that the shipping box contains the following:

AP832i Wall mount bracket Two ceiling mount brackets (for varying sized ceiling structures) Screws for the mounting bracket 12V power adapter Additional Equipment A power source is needed to power the AP832i. The AP832i requires an 802.3af or 802.3at power source when operating with PoE. If this is not available, 12V DC power (2A rated) must be supplied. Installing AP832i Select a Location All AP832i interconnected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the inter-

connected equipment's associated LAN connection. Ceiling mounting is recommended but wall mounting is also supported. In addition, the AP832i should be mounted in a location that meets the following conditions:

Relatively unobstructed access to the stations the AP serves. Select a location with minimal physical obstructions between the AP and the wireless stations. In an office with cubicles, mounting the APs below a hanging ceiling (plenum is supported) or the wall near the ceiling provides the least obstructed communications path. On a wall, orient the AP832i horizontally so that you can read the Meru logo without tilting your head at 90 degrees - this orientation provides optimum MIMO performance. We recommend planning for about 50 clients per radio (or per interference region) if you plan to use Virtual Port and plan to have phones as clients. For a data-only installation, plan up to 128 clients per radio, meaning 256 for AP832i. Refer to the Meru Deployment Guides on the support site for more information. Access to wall outlet or a to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection to the network switch servicing the controller. AP832i is designed to provide 180 degree omni-directional coverage as illustrated below. Plan place-

ment with this pattern in mind. xviii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i Figure 10: Coverage Pattern for AP832i When Ceiling Mounted ceiling floor Most installations receive the best coverage using the following guidelines:

Install APs toward the center of the building. Place APs about 80 feet apart. Do not install APs near metal objects, such as heating ducts, metal doors, or electric service panels. If you install AP832i on a pole, keep in mind that coverage will be 180 degrees. Do not mount two AP832is back to back on a pole to achieve 360 degree coverage, however, because the two units could interfere with each other. Note: When planning to operating multiple radios on the same band (i.e., 2 radios on the 2.4GHz band), it is important that the user reduce the transmit power for each radio by 3dBm from its default setting. Install the Access Point AP832i ships several different mounting bracket components to allow for a variety of mounting options. You can mount an AP832i in the following ways:

Mount AP832i Horizontally on a Shelf Mount AP832i Vertically on a Wall Mount AP832i Below a Suspended Ceiling Mount AP832i on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile Mount AP832i on an Interlude T-Bar Mount AP832i Above a Suspended Ceiling Mount AP832i Horizontally on a Shelf When mounting an AP832i horizontally, simply place it on the desired surface and connect power and network cables. Mount AP832i Vertically on a Wall The AP832 ships with a metal bracket that can be used to mount it on a wall. This bracket is used in conjunction with the plastic 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount bracket to easily lock the AP into place. To mount an AP832i on a wall:

1. Place the metal bracket against the wall. It should be oriented such that the indicator text for wall-

mounting is pointing upwards (see Figure 11). 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xix Installing AP832i Figure 11: AP832 Wall Bracket Wall-mount screws 2. Attach the bracket to the wall using screws at the appropriate screw locations as indicated in Figure 11. Recommend #6, #8 (M3, M3.5). 3. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount component and attach it to the raised screw locations on the Wall Mount plate. See Figure 12. Figure 12: Attaching the AP Mount to the Wall Mount 4. Screw the plastic component into place on the metal bracket. xx Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i 5. Run the Ethernet and power cable (if using one) through the rectangular opening at the bottom of the Wall Mount bracket and connect them to their corresponding ports on the underside of the AP. 6. Press the Receiving Slots on the underside of the AP (indicated below) to the corresponding tabs

("Mounting Pins") on the plastic bracket. See Figure 13. Figure 13: Attaching the AP to the Wall Mount 7. Slide the AP horizontally to lock the tabs into place. 8. If not already connected, you may now connect the Ethernet cable and DC power (if used) and verify that the AP comes online. Mount AP832i Below a Suspended Ceiling The provided ceiling mounting brackets allow the AP832i to attach to suspended ceiling T-rails. The AP ships with two different ceiling mounting bracket options to accomodate varying sizes of ceiling T-rails. Be sure to attach the correctly-sized bracket to your AP prior to attempting to deploy it. Note that each plastic bracket contains descriptive text to indicate the ceiling T-rail size for which it is designed. To mount an AP832i below a suspended ceiling:

1. Determine the location on the ceiling rail where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tiles. 2. Attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 13) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Press the AP and bracket against the rail and twist to lock it into place. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xxi Installing AP832i 4. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 5. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. Mount AP832i on a Dropped Ceiling Bevel Tile The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has recessed supports and lowered tiles is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket

(MNT-SCRMKIT-03), as shown in Figure 14. Figure 14: Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting Bracket 1. Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted. 2. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 13) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Push down on the thumbscrews provided on the mounting bracket and clip it to the ceiling bar that will support the AP. 4. Tighten the screws to ensure that the mechanism stays locked in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP (with bracket attached) against the Dropped Bevel Tile Mounting bracket indicated above and twist to lock them together. 6. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 7. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. xxii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i Mount AP832i on an Interlude T-Bar The mounting procedure for a ceiling that has interlude T-Bar supports is similar to that of mounting on a suspended ceiling. However, this procedure requires a specialized mounting bracket (MNT-

SCRMKIT-04), as depicted in Figure 15. Figure 15: T-Bar Mounting Bracket 1. Remove the ceiling tile alongside which the AP will be mounted. 2. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 13) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 3. Push down on the thumbscrews provided on the mounting bracket and clip it to the ceiling bar that will support the AP. 4. Tighten the screws to ensure that the mechanism stays locked in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP (with bracket attached) against the T-Bar Mounting bracket indicated above and twist to lock them together. 6. Connect one end of the CAT5 (or greater) Ethernet cable with PoE to the 100/1000 Ethernet connector on the underside of the AP. 7. Verify that the AP comes online and then replace the ceiling tiles removed in Step 1. Mount AP832i Above a Suspended Ceiling Note:

AP832i is not plenum-rated and should only be mounted above ceilings in non-plenum air space, such as a return airflow for air conditioning. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xxiii Installing AP832i Use the optional T-bar box hanger mounting kit to mount AP832i above suspended ceiling T-rails. The installation attaches the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling rails and then the AP832i attaches to the T-

bar box hanger. Note that AP832i mounted above the ceiling has about 2-3 dBm less RF coverage than AP832i mounted under the ceiling. You may need to modify thicker tiles to support this installation. Warning! When installed in air-handling spaces, such as above a suspended ceiling, power the AP832i only with a PoE, not a power supply. To mount an AP832i above the ceiling with the optional T-bar kit, follow these steps:

1. Determine the location on the ceiling rails where the AP will be mounted and remove the ceiling tile. 2. Unpack the T-bar hanger kit. 3. Attach the mounting bar (depicted in Figure 16) to the mounting brace (which looks like a small handle) with the crossbar of the mounting kit sandwiched between them. See Figure 17. Figure 16: Mounting Bar xxiv Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Figure 17: Assembled Mounting Bracket Mounting Bar Installing AP832i 4 2 6 0 0 Mounting Brace Clips attach to T-bar 4. Locate the 650-00232 15/16" T-Bar Adapter/Wall Mount and attach the AP to the mounting bracket by pressing the brackets Mounting Pins (shown in Figure 13) to the APs Receiving Slots and sliding the bracket until it locks in place. 5. Gently press the underside of the AP against the mounting brace and rotate it into place until the locking mechanism clicks. 6. Attach the legs for the mounting kit to the T-Bars in the ceiling by sliding the clips down onto each respective bar. 7. Remove the top nut from each leg. 8. Lower the crossbar (with the AP attached) onto the legs and screw the nuts back on top of the bar. 9. Connect one end of the PoE Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the AP. Note:

Use a shielded Cat 5e (or greater) Ethernet cable in order to comply with international electromagnetic emissions limits. Check that the AP832i is operating correctly before replacing the ceiling tile to the ceiling. Verify correct operation using the LEDs, as shown in Check AP832i LED Activity. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xxv Check AP832i LED Activity Check AP832i LED Activity When AP832i first connects to the controller (and any time the access point is rebooted), the AP initial-

izes and then is programmed by the controller. When the AP first powers up, the LED is green. There-

after, its color indicates its operating status. Figure 18: AP832i Status LED LEDs Status 9 4 2 0 0 After the AP832i is connected, check the status of the LED. Its indicator state is described below. xxvi Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. AP832i LED Description LED Color off cyan Check AP832i LED Activity State:

AP is off - either there is no power or the LEDs are set to Off on the controller. Check the LED setting on the controller by clicking Configuration >

Devices > AP, selecting the AP and then checking the setting for LED Mode. AP is booting stage 1. green blinking AP is booting stage 2. green/white alternating AP is discovering the controller. Status green/blue alternating AP is downloading a configuration from the controller. slow blue blinking AP is online and enabled. rapid blue blinking AP is online and enabled and there is activity on one or both radios. red/yellow alternating blue/yellow alternating Some AP failure occurred; check the controller for more details about the alarm by clicking Monitor

> Alarms > Pending Alarms. AP is online and enabled and one or both radios are either scanning or an admin has taken the radio(s) down. Change LED Appearance If you want to change the appearance of the LEDS, follow these steps:

1. From the controller, click Configuration > Devices > AP, and then select the AP. 2. Select one of these settings for the LED Mode setting:

Normal: LEDs are as described above Blink: Sets all LEDs flashing; this is useful to locate an AP Dark: Turns off all LEDs 3. Click OK. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Installing AP832i xxvii Where to Go From Here Where to Go From Here Now that the AP832i is installed, go to the Meru System Director Getting Started Guide for instructions on initializing the hardware. Return to this chapter to check the status of the LEDs once the WLAN is operational. xxviiiMeru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Cautions Appendix A Cautions and Warnings The cautions and warnings that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Cautions A Caution calls your attention to a possible hazard that can damage equipment.

"Vorsicht weist auf die Gefahr einer mglichen Beschdigung des Gertes in. Une mise en garde attire votre attention sur un risque possible d'endommagement de l'quipement. Ci-dessous, vous trouverez les mises en garde utilises dans ce manuel. Un mensaje de precaucin le advierte sobre un posible peligro que pueda daar el equipo. Las siguientes son precauciones utilizadas en este manual. Caution! When changing the orientation of the antennas, be sure to slightly loosen the knurled ring before moving the antenna. Retighten the ring afterward. Otherwise, you might damage the internal cabling in the AP. Vorsicht! Bei einer Neuausrichtung der Antennen muss vor Bewegung der Antenne der Rndelring leicht gelockert werden. Anschlieend den Ring wieder festziehen. Anderenfalls knnen die internen Kabel im AP beschdigt werden. Mise en garde En cas de modification dorientation des antennes, veiller desserrer lgrement la bague molete avant de rorienter lantenne. Resserrer ensuite la bague, faute de quoi le cblage interne du point daccs pourrait tre endommag. Precaucin!

Al cambiar la orientacin de las antenas, asegrese de aflojar ligeramente el anillo estriado antes de mover la antena. Luego vuelva a apretar el anillo. De otro modo, podra daar el cableado interno del punto de acceso. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Cautions and Warnings xxix Cautions Caution!

mistakenly be plugged into the Console port. Be sure to connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port; the cable can Vorsicht! Darauf achten, dass das Ethernetkabel am Ethernetanschluss und nicht versehentlich am Konsolenanschluss angeschlossen wird. Mise en garde Veiller bien connecter le cble Ethernet au port Ethernet et non pas au port Console. Precaucin!

error se puede enchufar en el puerto de la consola. Asegrese de conectar el cable Ethernet al puerto Ethernet, porque por The radiated output power of the access points is well below the FCC radio Caution!

frequency exposure limits. However, the Meru Access Point should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, you should keep a distance of at least 20 cm between you (or any other person in the vicinity) and the Access Point antennas. Vorsicht! Die abgestrahlte Ausgangsleistung von Gerten von Meru Networks, Inc. liegt weit unter den Hochfrequenz-Expositionsgrenzwerten der FCC. Die Meru Access Point Zugangspunkte von Meru Networks, Inc. sollten jedoch so verwendet werden, dass das Potenzial fr Kontakt mit Menschen whrend des normalen Betriebs auf ein Mindestma beschrnkt wird. Um die Mglichkeit einer berschreitung der FCC-Hochfrequenz-

Expositionsgrenzwerte zu vermeiden, ist ein Abstand von mindestens 20 cm zwischen Ihnen

(bzw. einer anderen Person in der Nhe) und den Zugangspunkt-Antennen zu wahren. Mise en garde La puissance de rayonnement mise par les quipements Meru Networks, Inc. est trs infrieure aux limites d'exposition aux frquences radio dfinies par la FCC. Toutefois, les points d'accs de la srie Meru Access Point de Meru Networks, Inc. doivent tre utiliss de faon liminer tout risque de contact humain en fonctionnement normal. Pour viter de dpasser les limites d'exposition aux frquences radio dfinies par la FCC, il est impratif de prserver en permanence une distance suprieure ou gale 20 cm entre l'utilisateur (ou toute personne se trouvant proximit) et les antennes du point d'accs. Precaucin!

La potencia de radiacin de los dispositivos de Meru Networks, Inc. est muy por debajo de los lmites de exposicin a radiofrecuencia estipulados por la FCC. No obstante, los puntos de acceso de la serie Meru Access Point de Meru Networks, Inc. deben usarse de tal manera que se minimice la posibilidad de contacto para el usuario durante la operacin normal. Para evitar la posibilidad de exceder los lmites de exposicin a radiofrecuencia establecidos por la FCC, el usuario (o cualquier otra persona en torno) debe mantenerse a una distancia de al menos 20 cm respecto a las antenas del punto de acceso. xxx Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Warnings Caution!

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canadas website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. Vorsicht! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada's website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. Mise en garde Exposition aux rayonnements frquence radiolectrique L'installateur de cet quipement radio doit veiller positionner et orienter l'antenne de telle sorte qu'elle n'mette pas un champ radiolectrique suprieur aux limites dfinies par Sant Canada pour la population gnrale. Consulter le Code de scurit n 6, disponible sur le site Web de Sant Canada l'adresse http://www.hc-

sc.gc.ca/rpb. Precaucin!

Exposicin a la radiacin de radiofrecuencia. El instalador de este equipo de radio debe cerciorarse de que la antena est local-

izada u orientada de tal manera que no emita un campo de radiofrecuencia superior a los lmites estipulados por Health Canada para la poblacin; consulte el Cdigo de Seguridad 6 que podr encontrar en el pgina web de Health Canada, http://www.hc-

sc.gc.ca/rpb. Warnings A warning calls your attention to a possible hazard that can cause injury or death. The following are the warnings used in this manual.

"Achtung" weist auf eine mgliche Gefhrdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod fhren knnen. Sie finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch:

Un avertissement attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de dcs. Ci-dessous, vous trouverez les avertissements utiliss dans ce manuel. Una advertencia le llama la atencin sobre cualquier posible peligro que pueda ocasionar daos personales o la muerte. A continuacin se dan las advertencias utilizadas en este manual. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Cautions and Warnings xxxi Warnings Warning! With plastic covers removed, this product is suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with the Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code and Sections 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) and 12 - 100 of the Canadian Electrical Code. Part 1. C22. 1. For other countries, consult local authorities for regulations. Achtung! Bei abgenommener Kunststoffabdeckung ist dieses Produkt zur Verwendung in einem Umgebungsluftraum gem Abschnitt 300-22(c) des National Electric Code und Abschnitt 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) und 12 - 100 des Canadian Electrical Code Teil 1. C22.1 geeignet. Die Vorschriften fr andere Lnder sind bei den rtlichen Behrden erhltlich. Avertissement Sous rserve que ses couvercles de plastique soient dposs, cet appareil est adapt une utilisation dans les vides de construction des btiments selon la section 300-22(c) du code NEC (National Electric Code) et les sections 2-

128.12 - 010 (3) et 12 - 100 du Code lectrique du Canada, partie 1. C22. 1. Pour tous les autres pays, consulter les organismes de rglementation locaux. Advertencia adecuado para su uso en el espacio areo circundante en conformidad con la seccin 300-22(c) del National Electric Code (Cdigo Elctrico Nacional de EE.UU.) y las secciones 2- 128.12 - 010 (3) y 12 - 100 del Cdigo Elctrico de Canad. Parte 1. C22. 1. En otros pases, consulte a las autoridades locales competentes para informarse acerca de las normativas vigentes. Una vez desprendidas las cubiertas de plstico, este producto es Warning! Any Fast Ethernet (FE) cables installed in air-handling spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-

handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum), or CMP (Communications Plenum). Achtung! Alle Fast-Ethernet (FE)-Kabel, die in Lftungsrumen installiert werden, sollten gem NEC Artikel 800.50 geeignet sein und entsprechend zur Verwendung in Hohlrumen (Plenum) und Lftungsrumen im Hinblick auf Rauchausbreitung gekennzeichnet sein, z.B. CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Multi Purpose Plenum) oder CMP

(Communications Plenum). Avertissement Les cbles Fast Ethernet (FE) installs dans un vide dair doivent correspondre aux critres de larticle 800.50 du code NEC et identifis en consquence comme adapts une utilisation dans les vides de construction des btiments en matire de propagation de la fume (marquages CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP

(Multi Purpose Plenum) ou CMP (Communications Plenum)). Advertencia deben cumplir con el artculo 800.50 del NEC y estar marcados adecuadamente para su uso en espacios areos y plenums en lo concerniente a la propagacin de humo, tales como CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP (Plenum multifuncional), o CMP (Plenum de comunicaciones). Todos los cables Fast Ethernet (FE) instalados en espacios areos xxxii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Warnings Warning! Inside antennas must be positioned to observe minimum separation of 20 cm. (~ 8 in.) from all users and bystanders. For the protection of personnel working in the vicinity of inside (downlink) antennas, the following guidelines for minimum distances between the human body and the antenna must be observed. The installation of the indoor antenna must be such that, under normal conditions, all personnel cannot come within 20 cm. (~ 8.0 in.) from any inside antenna. Exceeding this minimum separation will ensure that the employee or bystander does not receive RF-exposure beyond the Maximum Permissible Exposure according to FCC CFR 47, section 1.1310 i.e. limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure. Achtung! Innenantennen mssen so positioniert werden, dass ein Mindestabstand von 20 cm (ca. 8 Zoll) zu allen Benutzern und anderen Personen gewahrt wird. Zum Schutz von Personal, das in der Nhe von Innenantennen (Downlink) arbeitet, sind die folgenden Richtlinien fr Mindestabstand zwischen dem menschlichen Krper und der Antenne zu beachten. Die Innenantenne muss so installiert werden, dass sich unter normalen Bedingungen kein Personal bis auf weniger als 20 cm (ca. 8 Zoll) an eine Innenantenne annhern kann. Durch berschreitung dieses Mindestabstands wird sichergestellt, dass Mitar-

beiter oder andere Personen keiner RF-Exposition ber die maximal zulssige Expo-

sition (MPE; Maximum Permissible Exposure) gem FCC CFR 47, Abschnitt 1.1310

(Grenzwerte fr die allgemeine Bevlkerung/unkontrollierte Exposition) ausgesetzt werden. Avertissement Les antennes intrieures doivent tre positionnes de faon respecter une distance minimum de 20 cm par rapport aux utilisateurs et aux tiers. Pour la protection du personnel travaillant proximit des antennes intrieures

(liaison descendante), respecter les directives suivantes pour assurer des distances minimales entre les tres humains et les antennes. Toute antenne intrieure doit tre installe de telle sorte que, dans des conditions normales, le personnel ne puisse s'en approcher moins de 20 cm. Cette distance minimale est destine garantir qu'un employ ou un tiers ne sera pas expos un rayonnement radiolectrique suprieur la valeur maximale autorise, telle qu'elle est dfinie dans les limites d'exposition non contrles pour la population par la rglementation de la FCC CFR 47, section 1.1310. Advertencia Las antenas interiores deben colocarse de manera que se observe una separacin mnima de 20 cm. (~ 8 pulg.) respecto a todos los usuarios y circunstantes. Para la proteccin del personal que trabaje en las inmediaciones de las antenas interiores (receptoras), deben observarse las siguientes directrices relativas a la distancia mnima entre el cuerpo humano y la antena. La instalacin de la antena interior debe efectuarse de tal modo que, en condiciones normales, ningn miembro del personal pueda acercarse a menos de 20 cm. (~ 8,0 pulg.) de cualquier antena interior. El cumplimiento de este mnimo de separacin asegura que el empleado o circunstante no recibir exposicin a radiofrecuencia por encima de la Exposicin Mxima Permisible conforme a la normativa FCC CFR 47, seccin 1.1310, es decir, los lmites asignados a la Exposicin Incontrolada/Poblacin Civil. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Cautions and Warnings xxxiii Warnings xxxivMeru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Approved Antennas Appendix B Regulatory Information The Meru Access Point (APs) must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. For country-specific approvals, see below. Meru Networks, Inc. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifi-

cation of APs, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by Meru Networks, Inc. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment is the respon-

sibility of the user. Meru Networks, Inc. and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines. Approved Antennas Only approved antennas may be used in conjunction with AP832 access points. The following antennas are approved for use with the AP832 series. Part Numbers Manufacturer Gain Description Meru Manufacturer MERU-PI623 ANT-ABGN23O-W SOCAA 2/3 ANT-ABGN23O-W S24493TS Laird Technologies 3/4 ANT-6ABGN-24 M6025040MO1D3620P Terrawave 2.5/4 dBi ANT-ABGN47O ANT-DB1-RAF-RPS Linx Technologies 4.7/4.7 dBi ANT-O6ABGN-0606-O M6060060MO1D3620O Terrawave 6/6 dBi Internal PIFA dual-band antenna Dual-band omnidirectional dipole Dual-band ceiling mount omnidirectional 3-lead Dual-band ceiling mount omnidirectional 6-lead Dual-band high gain dipole omnidirectional Dual band omnidirectional 6-lead 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xxxv Regulatory Specifications Part Numbers Manufacturer Gain Description ANT-I2ABGN-0304-O M6030040O1D3620DP Terrawave 3/4 dBi ANT-I3ABGN-0304-O M6030040O1D1820MP Terrawave 3/4 dBi ANT-O4ABGN-0607-PT M6060070P23620 Terrawave 6/7 dBi ANT-O6ABGN-0607-PT M6060070MP13620 Terrawave 6/7 dBi Dual-band ceiling mount omnidirectional 2-lead Dual-band ceiling mount omnidirectional 3-lead Dual-band wall-mount patch 4-lead Dual-band wall-mount patch 6-lead Regulatory Specifications Radio EMC Safety FCC Part 15 Canada RSS210 EN 300 328 V1.6.1 (11/2004) EN 301 893 V1.3.1 (08/2005) Japan Technical Regulations FCC Part 15 EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (08/2002) Japan VCCI Prolonged exposure to RF radiation can be hazardous. Switch off unit power before service or installation procedures. xxxviMeru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Specifications Limits for Occupational/Controlled Exposure Frequency Range (MHz) Electric Field Strength (E)

(V/m) Magnetic Field Strength

(H) (A/m) Power Density

(S) (mW/cm2) Averaging Time |E|2,

|H|2 or S

(minutes) 1500-100,000 5 6 Limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Frequency Range (MHz) Electric Field Strength (E)

(V/m) Magnetic Field Strength

(H) (A/m) Power Density

(S) (mW/cm2) Averaging Time |E|2,

|H|2 or S

(minutes) 1500-100,000 1.0 30 Note:

Occupational/controlled limits apply in situations in which persons are exposed as a consequence of their employment provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. Limits for occupational/controlled exposure also apply in situations when an individual is transient through a location where occupational/controlled limits apply provided he or she is made aware of the potential for exposure. Note:

General population/uncontrolled exposures apply in situations in which the general public may be exposed, or in which persons that are exposed as a consequence of their employment may not be fully aware of the potential for exposure or can not exercise control over their exposure. Frequencies Blocked for Regulatory Compliance 802.11a frequencies 5.25-5.35 GHz and 5.47-5.725 GHz have been blocked for DFS compliance. This device uses 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standard with CCK and OFDM modulations. The device shall automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit or operation failure due the CCK and OFDM modulation and by turning off the transmitter. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xxxvii AP832e/i AP832e/i USA Underwriters Laboratories Use only with Listed I.T.E. equipment. Notices The unit is intended for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3.af. All interconnected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the interconnected equipment's associated LAN connection. Suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with Section 300-22(c) of the National Electrical Code, and Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12-100 of the Cana-

dian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement Caution!

The radiated output power of the Meru Networks devices is well below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. However, the Access Point should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When installing and operating these devices, keep a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the antennas and any persons/users in the vicinity. xxxviiiMeru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Radio Frequency Interference Requirements USA Note:

Meru Access Points All devices except the OAP180 are indoor devices. The FCC requires indoor use for the frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High-power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with or damage to these devices, or both. Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 in a residential installa-

tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If the equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, the equip-

ment may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guar-

antee, however, that such interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception

(which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on), the user is encour-

aged to try to correct the interference by taking one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Note:

The Meru Access Point must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. Any other installation or use may violate FCC Part 15 regulations. Modifications not expressly approved by Meru Networks, Inc. could void your authority to operate the equipment. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. For products available in the USA and Canadian markets, only channels 1 through 11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not authorized. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xxxix Canada. Industry Canada (IC) Canada. Industry Canada (IC) The Class B digital portion of this apparatus complies with Canadian standard ICES-003. These devices comply with RSS210 of Industry Canada. Per RSS 210 A9.5 point 7:

(i) the device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;

(ii) the maximum antenna gain permitted (for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-

5725 MHz) to comply with the e.i.r.p. limit; and

(iii) the maximum antenna gain permitted (for devices in the band 5725-5825 MHz) to comply with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non point-to-point operation as appro-

priate, as stated in section A9.2(3). In addition, users should also be cautioned to take note that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

(iv) These devices are not permitted to operate in the 5600 - 5650 MHz band. For products available in the USA and Canadian markets, only channels 1 through 11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not authorized. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-

ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. This device and its listed antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Lutilisation de ce dispositif est autorise seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) lutilisateur du dispositif doit tre prt accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique reu, mme si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif. The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To reduce the potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant lobjet dune licence, il doit etre utilze a linterieur et devrait etre place lin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne demission) est installe a lexterieur, il doit faire lobjet dune licence. xl Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Canada. Industry Canada (IC) Caution!

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canadas website http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the antennas and any persons/users in the vicinity. Note:

Meru Access Points These devices are restricted to indoor use because they operate in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires such products to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. Access Points have been designed to operate with the antennas listed below. Antennas not included in this list are strictly prohibited for use with these devices. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. AP Antennas with Gain AP Model Antenna Type Gain (2.4 GHz) Gain (5 GHz) AP300 AP300 AP300 Dual-Band Omni-Directional MN-ANTabg-W Dual-Band Omni-Directional ANT-ABGN-23 2 dBi 2 dBi 3 dBi 3 dBi High-Gain Dipole Omni-Directional ANT-ABGN47O 4.7dBi 4.7dBi To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xli EuropeEU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions EuropeEU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions This equipment is marked with either the CE Mark, the alert symbol, and the notified body's number and can be used throughout the European Community. This mark indicates compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and the relevant parts of the following technical speci-

fications. This equipment is marked with either the CE Mark, the alert symbol, and the notified body's number and can be used throughout the European Community. This mark indicates compliance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and the relevant parts of the following technical speci-

fications. EN 300 328. Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM). Wideband transmission systems, data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical frequency bands in the range of 902928 MHz, 2.42.485 GHz, and 5.155.25 GHz) band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques, harmonized EN standards covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive. EN 301 893. Broadband Radio Access Networks (BRAN). 5 GHz high-performance RLAN, harmonized EN standards covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive. EN 301 489-17. Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM). Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Standard for Radio Equipment and Services, Part 17 Specific Conditions for Wideband Data and HIPERLAN Equipment. EN 55022 Statement (applicable to AP201 Rev 2, AP208 Rev 2 only).This is to certify that the above models are shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 2004/108/EC, Annex I, 1a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). Compliance is dependent upon the use of Cat 5e shielded data cables. EN 60950-1. Safety of Information Technology Equipment. EN 50385. Product standard to demonstrate the compliances of radio base stations and fixed terminal stations for wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or the reference levels related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields. Marking by the alert symbol indicates that usage restrictions apply. xlii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. EuropeEU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Marking by the alert symbol indicates that usage restrictions apply. Meru Networks, Inc. declares that their Access Points comply with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Meru Networks, Inc. vakuuttaa tten ett Access Points tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Hierbij verklaart Meru Networks, Inc. dat het toestel Access Points in overeenstem-

ming is met de essentile eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze verklaart Meru Networks, Inc. dat deze Access Points voldoet aan de essen-

tile eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC. Par la prsente, Meru Networks, Inc. dclare que lappareil Access Points est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE. Par la prsente, Meru Networks, Inc. dclare que ce Access Points est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables. Hrmed intygar Meru Networks, Inc. att denna Access Points str I verensstmmelse med de vsentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta bestmmelser som framgr av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Undertegnede Meru Networks, Inc. erklrer herved, at flgende udstyr Access Points overholder de vsentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Hiermit erklrt Meru Networks, Inc. dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Access Points in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Hiermit erklrt Meru Networks, Inc. die bereinstimmung des Gertes Access Points mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. Con la presente Meru Networks, Inc. dichiara che questo Access Points conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Por medio de la presente Meru Networks, Inc. declara que el Access Points cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xliii EuropeEU Declaration of Conformity and Restrictions Meru Networks, Inc. declara que este Access Points est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposies da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Hawnhekk, Meru Networks, Inc. jiddikjara li dan Access Points jikkonforma mal-htigi-

jiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC. Kesolevaga kinnitab Meru Networks, Inc. seadme Access Points vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/E phinuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjako-

hastele stetele. Alulrott, Meru Networks, Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Access Points megfelel a vonat-

koz alapvet kvetelmnyeknek s az 1999/5/EC irnyelv egyb elrsainak. Meru Networks, Inc. tmto vyhlasuje, e Access Points splna zkladn poiadavky a vetky prslun ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Meru Networks, Inc. tmto prohlauje, e tento Access Points je ve shode se zkladnmi poadavky a dalmi prslunmi ustanovenmi smernice 1999/5/ES. iuo Meru Networks, Inc. deklaruoja, kad is Access Points atitinka esminius reikala-

vimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. Ar o Meru Networks, Inc. deklare, ka Access Points atbilst Direktivas 1999/5/EK butiskajam prasibam un citiem ar to saistitajiem noteikumiem. Niniejszym, Meru Networks, Inc., deklaruje, ze Access Points spelnia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia zawarte Dyrektywie 1999/5/EC. These products are intended to be used in all countries of the European Economic Area with the following restrictions:

IEEE 802.11a Restrictions These products are for indoor use only (51505250 MHz). To ensure compliance with local regulations, be sure to set your Access Point to the country in which you are using the Access Point. The Meru Access Point products can be used only indoors in the following countries:

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Germany, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Spain, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, and United Kingdom. EEE 802.11b/g Restrictions FranceIn all Metropolitan dpartements, wireless LAN frequencies can be used under the following conditions, either for public or private use:

Indoor use: maximum power (EIRP) of 100 mW for the entire 24002483.5 MHz frequency band. xliv Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Japan Japan EN 55022 Statement (applicable to AP201 Rev 2, AP208 Rev 2 only).This is to certify that the above models are shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 2004/108/EC, Annex I, 1a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55022 Class B (CISPR 22). Compliance is dependent upon the use of shielded data cables. Model AP300 Model AP300 module rev 1 003WWA080094 003GZA080095 003XWA080096 Model AP150 003NY06122 0000 003GZ06030 0000 003WY06046 0000 Singapore For the AP201 Rev 2, AP208 Rev 2, and OAP180, the following approval information applies:

Complies with IDA Standards DA103798 For the AP300 series, the following approval information applies:

Complies with IDA Standards DB102245 Manufacturing Information The AP1000 and AP300 are built in Taiwan. Factory information is provided under NDA and upon request. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xlv AP Plenum Requirements AP Plenum Requirements When installing APs in an air-handling space, as described in Article 300.22(C) of the NEC (2005), the unit should only be powered by the Ethernet port (PoE), not by the AC-powered power supply. When the product is installed in air-handling spaces, the cables employed should be suitable under NEC Articles 300.22 and 725 and marked accordingly, for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP. The products should be installed in accordance with all applicable, local regulations and practices. Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Access Point Models Certification Number AP832e AP832i Manufacturer:

Meru Networks, Inc 894 Ross drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 USA This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

4. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 5. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. xlvi Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. AP Plenum Requirements This device operates in the 5150-5250MHz and 5470-5725MHz bands and is therefore restricted to indoor operation only per FCC guidance. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of 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 residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-

tions, may cause harmful interference. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-

ence will not occur. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician. Caution!

The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency when using the integrated antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Meru could void the user's authority to operate this device. Caution!

Within the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz and 5.47-5.725 GHz bands, this device is restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite System (MSS) operations. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xlvii AP Plenum Requirements VCCI Statement for Japan This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. Warning!

Guidelines for Operating Meru AP832e and AP832i Access point This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Meru access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English. This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-

ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations and unlicensed specified low-power radio stations) used in factory production lines. 1. Before using this equipment, make sure that no premises radio stations or 2. 3. specified low-power radio stations of RF-ID are used in the vicinity. If this equipment causes RF interference to a premises radio station of RF-ID, promptly change the frequency or stop using the device; contact the number below and ask for recommendations on avoiding radio interference, such as setting partitions. If this equipment causes RF interference to a specified low-power radio station of RF-ID xlviii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Industry Canada AP Plenum Requirements Canadian Compliance Statement Access Point Models Certification Number AP832e AP832i This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interfer-

ence-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. This device complies with Class B Limits of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Meru Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local Industry Canada office. This device has been designed to operate with antennas having a maximum gain of 7 dBi. Antennas having a gain greater than 7 dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. EU Regulatory Conformance Access Point Models:

AP832e AP832i This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the R & TTE Directive (99/5/EC)

- CE 2280(!){! In circle}. Meru Networks Inc., hereby declares that this AP832e and AP832i models are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. CE 2280(!) 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information xlix AP Plenum Requirements Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements of other relevant provi-

sions of Directive 199/5/EC The following standards were applied:

EMC-EN 301.489-1 v1.8.1; EN 301.489-17 v2.1.1 Health & Safety-EN60950-1: 2005; EN 50385: 2002 Radio-EN 300 328 v 1.7.1; EN 301.893 v 1.5.1 The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed. This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor Note:

use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure This section contains information on compliance with guidelines related to RF expo-

sure. This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The AP832e and AP832i device includes radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency elec-

tromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by an independent scientific organization (ICNIRP) and include a substan-

tial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. l Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. AP Plenum Requirements As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator. Separation Distance MPE Distance Limit 0.63 mW/cm2 20 cm (7.87 inches) 1.00 mW/cm2 The World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of wireless devices. They recommend that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure then you can easily do so by reorienting antennas away from the user or placing he antennas at a greater separation distance then recommended. This Device Meets FCC Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The AP832e and AP832i include radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in FCC Part 1.1310. The guidelines are based on IEEE ANSI C 95.1

(92) and include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator. The device has been tested and found compliant with the applicable regulations as part of the radio certification process. Separation Distance MPE Distance Limit 0.63 mW/cm2 20 cm (7.87 inches) 1.00 mW/cm2 The FCC recommends that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure then you can easily do so by reorienting antennas away from the user or placing the antennas at a greater separation distance then recommended or lowering the trans-

mitter power output. 2013 Meru Networks, Inc. Regulatory Information li AP Plenum Requirements This Device Meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The AP832e and AP832i include radio transmitters and receivers. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed into the limit to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator. Separation Distance MPE Distance Limit 0.63 mW/cm2 20 cm (7.87 inches) 1.00 mW/cm2 Health Canada states that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of wireless devices. They recommend that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure you can easily do so by reori-

enting antennas away from the user, placing the antennas at a greater separation distance than recommended, or lowering the transmitter power output. Maximum EIRP The transmit EIRP is the sum of the transmit power and the antenna gain. By default, the EIRP is set lower than the regulator limit with the default rubber duct antenna. For any higher gain antennas, transmit power is reduced via the CLI to keep the EIRP below the regulatory limit. Dual Concurrent Same Band Operation When both AP radios are operating on the same band simultaneously, their transmit power is reduced by 3 dBm. lii Meru Access Point Installation Guide 2013 Meru Networks, Inc.