AT-TQ2450 Enterprise-class Wireless Access Point with IEEE802.11a/b/g/n Dual Radio Installation Guide 613-001820 Rev.
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesis, Inc. Declares that the product: wireless access point Model Number: AT-TQ2450 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
European Union Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment This Allied Telesis RoHS-compliant product conforms to the European Union Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Allied Telesis ensures RoHS conformance by requiring supplier Declarations of Conformity, monitoring incoming materials, and maintaining manufacturing process controls.
Translated Safety Statements Important: The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. After you have accessed this website, enter the model number in the Search by Product Name box and then click Find to view the current list of documents.
Contents Preface ............................................................................................................................................................13 Safety Symbols Used in this Document ...........................................................................................................14 Contacting Allied Telesis ..................................................................................................................................15 Chapter 1: Overview .........
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Figures Figure 1: Front Panel....................................................................................................................................... Figure 2: Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................................... Figure 3: 2.4 and 5 GHz Antenna Connectors ................................................................................................ Figure 4: AT-TQ2450 Access Point Items ..........
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Tables Table 1. Rear Panel Components .................................................................................................................. 20 Table 2. Twisted Pair Cable for the LAN Port ................................................................................................. 23 Table 3. LEDs on the AT-TQ2450 Access Point ............................................................................................ 24 Table 4. AT-TQ2450 Physical Specifications ..........................
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Preface This guide contains the hardware installation instructions for the ATTQ2450 Wireless Access Point.
Preface Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the following conventions. Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. Warning Laser warnings inform you that an eye or skin hazard exists due to the presence of a Class 1 laser device.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support.
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Chapter 1 Overview This chapter describes the hardware components of the AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point. This chapter contains the following sections: “Features” on page 18 “Front and Rear Panels” on page 19 “2.
Chapter 1: Overview Features The main features of the product are listed here: 18 Independent 2.4 and 5 GHz radios IEEE 802.11a/b/g IEEE 802.11n 2x2 MIMO chains with antenna diversity Data rates of 300 Mbps for the 2.4 GHz radio and 300 Mbps for the 5 GHz radio Wireless Distribution System (WDS) bridges Access point clustering Rogue access point detection Multiple SSIDs One 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port with Auto-Negotiation, auto MDI/MDIX, and IEEE 802.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Front and Rear Panels The front and rear panels of the unit are illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Power and System Status LEDs LAN Port LEDs Radio LEDs Figure 1. Front Panel The LEDs are described in “LEDs” on page 24. Reset Button Console Port DC Power Connector LAN Port Figure 2. Rear Panel The rear panel components are listed in Table 1 on page 20.
Chapter 1: Overview Table 1. Rear Panel Components Field 20 Description Console Port The Console Port is for manufacturing purposes only. Rest Button The Reset button returns the parameter settings on the access point to their default settings. For information, refer to “Reset Button” on page 25. LAN Port The LAN port connects the access port to your wired network. It supports PoE.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 2.4 and 5 GHz Antenna Connectors The access point has two independent radios that operate at 2.4 and 5 GHz. Each radio has three connectors on the side and rear panels of the device. Refer to Figure 3. 5 GHz Connector 2.4 GHz Connector 5 GHz Connector 2.4 GHz Connector 5 GHz Connector 2.4 GHz Connector Figure 3. 2.
Chapter 1: Overview LAN Port The LAN port is used to connect the device to your Local Area Network (LAN), typically through an Ethernet switch. Power over Ethernet The AT-TQ2450 Access Point supports Power over Ethernet on the LAN port. The unit is a PoE class 3 powered device with a maximum power consumption of 11 watts. When the port is connected to an PoE Ethernet switch, the unit receives its power over the network cable that carries the network traffic.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Table 2. Twisted Pair Cable for the LAN Port 10Mbps Cable Type Automatic MDIX Detection NonPoE PoE 100Mbps NonPoE PoE 1000Mbps NonPoE PoE Standard TIA/EIA 568B-compliant Category 3 shielded or unshielded cabling with 100 ohm impedance and a frequency of 16 MHz. Yes No Yes No No No Standard TIA/EIA 568A-compliant Category 5 shielded or unshielded cabling with 100 ohm impedance and a frequency of 100 MHz.
Chapter 1: Overview LEDs The LEDs on the AT-TQ2450 Access Port are described in Table 3. Table 3. LEDs on the AT-TQ2450 Access Point LED Power Description Solid Green The unit is receiving DC power that is within the normal operating range. Off The power supply is not receiving power from either the AC/DC power adapter or a PoE Ethernet switch. Amber The access point is loading its firmware. Off The unit is operating normally. 10M: On 100M: Off The Ethernet port is operating at 10 Mbps.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Reset Button The Reset button on the rear panel is used to return the parameter settings of the unit to their default values. You might use the button if you want to discard the current configuration of the device or cannot manage the unit because you forgot the password to the manager account. You may disable the button using the management software.
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Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes how to install the AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the access point. Note The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available for viewing in the “Translated Safety Statements” document on our web site at http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Warning To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No userserviceable parts inside.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Warning Operating Temperature. This product is designed for a maximum ambient temperature of 40° degrees C with the AC/DC adapter and 50° degrees C with Power over Ethernet. Note All Countries: Install product in accordance with local and National Electrical Codes. E8 Note This product is not approved for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Unpacking the AT-TQ2450 Access Point As you unpack the access point, check the shipping container for the components listed in Figure 4. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. One AT-TQ2450 Access Point Three 2.4 GHz antennas Three 5 GHz antennas Four rubber feet Figure 4. AT-TQ2450 Access Point Items The access point may or may not come with an AC/DC power adapter, depending on how you ordered it.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide One AC/DC power adapter One tie wrap One North American power cord Figure 5. Power Adapter with One North American Power Cord One AC/DC power adapter One tie wrap Four regional power cords (North American, European, Australian, and United Kingdom) Figure 6.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Do one of the following: 32 To install the unit on a table, go to “Installing the Access Point on a Table” on page 33.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Installing the Access Point on a Table To install the access point on a table, perform the following procedure: 1. Place the access point upside down on a table. 2. Affix the four rubber feet included with the access point to the four corners of the bottom panel of the unit. Refer to Figure 7. Figure 7. Installing the Rubber Feet 1. Turn the access point right side up on the table. 2. Install the three 2.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 9. Attaching the Network Cable to the LAN Port 4. Connect the other end of the network cable to a port on an Ethernet switch. If you are not using the PoE feature on the Ethernet port to power the unit, continue with this procedure to attach the AC/DC power adapter. If you are using the PoE feature on the LAN Port to power the access point, the installation procedure is complete. Go to “Starting the Initial Management Session on the Access Point” on page 51. 5.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 6. Connect the DC cable on the AC/DC adapter to the 12VDC connector on the access point. Refer to Figure 11 on page 35. Figure 11. Attaching the DC Power Cable 7. Secure the DC cable to the anchor on the unit with the tie wrap that comes with the access point. Refer to Figure 12 on page 36.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 12. Securing the DC Power Cord to the Access Point with the Tie Wrap 8. Connect the AC plug on the power cord to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Table 8 on page 58 for the power specifications of the power adapter. After installing the access point on the table, go to “Starting the Initial Management Session on the Access Point” on page 51.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Installing the Access Point on a Wall of Ceiling with the AT-BRKT-J26 Bracket This section contains the procedure for installing the access point on a wall or ceiling with the optional AT-BRKT-J26 bracket. The bracket consists of top and bottom panels. Refer to Figure 13. The bottom panel attaches to the wall or ceiling and the top panel secures the access point to the bottom panel. Top Panel Bottom Panel Figure 13.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Flange Figure 14. Flange on the Bottom Panel of the AT-BRKT-J26 Bracket 38 You should verify that the wall or ceiling material is strong enough to support the weight of the bracket and access point. If you will not be using the PoE feature, there needs to be an AC power source near the place chosen for the access point. You have to provide the four screws and, if necessary, the wall anchors, that are used to secure the bottom panel to the wall or ceiling.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Screw Holes Screw Holes Figure 15. Screw Holes on the Bottom Panel of the AT-BRKT-J26 Bracket The holes have a diameter of 4.5 mm (0.2 in.). Refer to Figure 16. 4.5 mm 4.5 mm Figure 16. Hole Dimensions The MAC address of the access point is printed on a label on the base of the unit.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Attaching the Bottom Panel to the Wall or Ceiling To attach the bottom panel of the bracket to the wall or ceiling, preform the following procedure: Note Please review “Guidelines” on page 37 before performing this procedure. Note If you are using wall anchors, start with step 1. If you are not using wall anchors, start with step 4. 1.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 4. Have someone hold the panel at the selected wall or ceiling location while you secure it to with four self-tapping screws (not provided with the access point). Refer to Figure 18. Figure 18. Attaching the Bottom Panel to the Wall or Ceiling Attaching the Access Point to the Top Panel The following procedure explains how to attach the access point to the top panel of the AT-BRKT-J26 Bracket.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 19. Rear Panel Upside Down 2. Locate the two screw holes on the rear panel. The holes are used to secure the top panel to the access point. Refer to Figure 20. Screw Holes Figure 20. Screws Holes for Securing the Top Panel to the Access Point 3. Lower the top panel over the access point as shown in Figure 21 on page 43 and secure it by tightening the two retaining screws into the two corresponding holes on the rear panel of the access point.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Figure 21. Attaching the Top Panel to the Access Point 4. Place the top panel and access point over the bottom panel on the wall or ceiling such that the two anchor pins on the bottom panel fit into the holes on the top panel. Then slide the top panel to lock the pins into the holes. Refer to Figure 22 on page 44.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Anchor Pins Figure 22.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide 5. Secure the top panel and access point to the bottom panel by tightening the two captive screws on the top panel. Refer to Figure 23. Screws Figure 23. Tightening the Screws to Secure the Top Panel and Access Port to the Bottom Panel 6. Install the three 2.4 GHz and three 5 GHz antennas to the corresponding connectors on the sides of the unit. The connectors are labelled. Refer to Figure 24 on page 46.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Figure 24. Installing the Antennas Caution Do not attach the antennas when the access point is power on. Doing so might damage the unit. 7. Attach a network cable to the LAN port. Refer to Figure 25 on page 47.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Figure 25. Attaching the LAN Cable 8. Connect the other end of the network cable to a port on an Ethernet switch. If you are not using the PoE feature on the Ethernet port to power the unit, continue with this procedure to attach the AC/DC power adapter. If you are using the PoE feature to power the access point, the installation procedure is complete. Go to “Starting the Initial Management Session on the Access Point” on page 51. 9.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point 10. Connect the DC cable on the AC/DC adapter to the 12VDC connector on the access point. Refer to Figure 27. Figure 27. Attaching the DC Power Cable 11. Secure the DC cable to one of the anchors on the bottom panel with the tie wrap that comes with the access point. Refer to Figure 28 on page 49.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Anchors Figure 28. Securing the DC Power Cord to the AT-BRKT-J26 Bracket with the Tie Wrap 12. Connect the AC plug on the power cord to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Table 8 on page 58 for the power specifications of the power adapter. After installing the access point, go to “Starting the Initial Management Session on the Access Point” on page 51.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Installing Anti-theft Devices The bracket has three holes for anti-theft devices. You may want to install one or more anti-theft devices if the access point is installed in a nonsecure area. When an anti-theft device is installed on the bracket, the top panel and access point cannot be removed from the bottom panel. The holes are identified in Figure 29. Note Anti-theft devices are not available from Allied Telesis.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Starting the Initial Management Session on the Access Point When you power on the access point for the first time, it queries the subnet on the LAN port for a DHCP server. If a DHCP server responds to its query, the unit uses the IP address the server assigns to it. If there is no DHCP server, the access point uses the default IP address 192.168.1.230. There are a several ways to start the initial management session on the access point.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point Starting the Initial Management Session with a Direct Connection To start the management session with a direct Ethernet connection between your computer and the access port, perform the following procedure: Note If the unit is using PoE for power and you did not order an AC/DC adapter with the unit, you cannot perform this procedure because it requires removing the network cable from the LAN port.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Starting the Initial Management Session without a DHCP Server This procedure explains how to start the initial management session on the access port when the LAN port is connected to an Ethernet switch on a network that does not have a DHCP server. To start the management session, perform the following procedure: 1.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point 4. Enter “manager” for the username and “friend” for the password. The username and password are case-sensitive.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Setting the Country Setting You should set the country setting during the initial management session of the access point to ensure that the device operates in compliance with the codes and regulations of your region or country. To set the country setting, perform the following procedure: 1. Select Wireless Settings from the Manage menu. The access point displays the Modify wireless settings window, shown in Figure 31. Figure 31.
Chapter 2: Installing the Access Point If you click OK, the access point changes the country setting and disables both radios on the access point. This procedure does not require clicking the Update button. You must now reboot the access point. The new country setting is not active until the unit is rebooted. To reboot the unit, either power off and on the unit or continue with these steps: 4. From the Maintenance menu, select Configuration. 5.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Table 4. AT-TQ2450 Physical Specifications Dimensions (W x D x H) 228 mm x 160 mm x 44 mm (8.98 in. x 6.3 in. x 1.74 in.) Weight (kilograms) 1 kg (2.2 lbs) Table 5. AT-BRKT-J26 Physical Specifications Dimensions (W x D x H) 270 mm x 206 mm x 52 mm (10.63 in. x 8.11 in. x 2.05 in.) Weight (kilograms) 850 g (1.87 lbs) Environmental Specifications Table 6.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Power Specifications Table 7. AT-TQ2450 Maximum Power Consumption AT-TQ2450 11.0 W Table 8. Power Adapter Input Input Range 100-240 AC @ 47-63 Hz Input Connector IEC320-C14 (3-Pole AC inlet) Table 9. Power Adapter Output 58 Minimal Output 9 VDC Nominal Output 12 VDC Maximum Output 15 VDC Maximum Current 1.5A @ 12 VDC Output Connector Coaxial Female Barrel Inner Diameter: 2.5 mm Outer Diameter: 5.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide LAN Port Table 10. LAN Port Specifications Connector RJ-45 Standards IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T) IEEE 802.3u (100Base-TX) IEEE 802.3ab (1000Base-T) PoE standard IEEE 802.3af (class 3) Figure 32 illustrates the pin layout of the LAN port. Figure 32. Pin Numbers for the RJ-45 Connector on the LAN Port Table 11 lists the pin signals when the port is operating in the MDI configuration at 10 or 100 Mbps. Table 11.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Table 12. MDI-X Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) (Continued) Pin 6 Signal TX- Table 13 lists the pin signals when the LAN port is operating at 1000 Mbps. Table 13.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certificates: Table 14. Certificates Standard Compliance RoHs compliant European Union RoHS (Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
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Appendix B Regulatory Statements This appendix contains the following regulatory statements: “Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement” on page 64 “Industry Canada Statement” on page 65 “Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity” on page 67 63
Appendix B: Regulatory Statements Federal Communication Commission 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.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Appendix B: Regulatory Statements (ii) le gain maximal d’antenne permis pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 470-5 725 MHz doit se conformer à la limite de p.i.r.e.; (iii) le gain maximal d’antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande 5 725-5 825 MHz) doit se conformer à la limite de p.i.r.e. spécifiée pour l’exploitation point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Appendix B: Regulatory Statements This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 - 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. 68 Česky [Czech] Allied Telesis tímto prohlašuje, že tento wireless access point je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
AT-TQ2450 Wireless Access Point Installation Guide Italiano [Italian] Con la presente Allied Telesis dichiara che questo wireless access point è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Latviski [Latvian] Ar šo Allied Telesis deklarē, ka wireless access point atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Appendix B: Regulatory Statements Svenska [Swedish] 70 Härmed intygar Allied Telesis att denna wireless access point står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
