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Installing the ExtremeWireless

Outdoor

AP3917i/e Access Point

Overview of the AP3917i/e

The AP3917 is an IP67 rated outdoor Access Point with 802.11ac dual band 2:2

radios. The AP3917 is easy to install, lightweight, and is available in an internal

(AP3917i) and external (AP3917e) antenna model. Each model includes 802.11

radios, an IoT radio, and a GPS radio. The AP3917 model comes in two models:

AP3917i and AP3917e. In this document, the functionality, feature, and the

procedure applies to both the models when AP3917i/e is used.

The AP3917i/e model has the following features:

• Radios: 2 radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz); 1 IoT/BLE/802.15.4 Radio (2.4 GHz)

•Console Port: RJ45

• One RJ45, 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port (GE1) with PoE

• One RJ45, 10/100/1000Mb Ethernet Port (GE2)

• IP67 Connectors on all ports

•LEDs: 4 (see Figure 1)

•One Reset button

• Power: PoE 802.3af or 802.3at

• GPS Receiver (will be supported via a future firmware release)

• Antennas:

–AP3917i - 5 internal antennas (four band locked antennas and one BLE

antenna). The polarization on one antenna of each radio can be

configured by the installer.

–AP3917e- 5 external antennas (four single band antennas and one BLE

antenna)

• Temperature: -40 to 70*C ambient temperature

• Enclosure: Cast Aluminum base and outdoor rated PC cover

Figure 1 indicates AP3917i. In Figure 2, you can see AP3917e.

Figure 1 Top and Side Views of AP3917i

Figure 2 Top and Side Views of AP3917e

Note: The AP3917i/e requires a minimum base firmware of 10.41.

IoT/BLE Radio

Radio - 5 GHz

Radio - 2.4 GHz

Status

GE1 (PoE IN)

GE2

Console/Reset

Vent

LEDs on the Front of the AP

Both the Radio LEDs will be Green when they are ON and the LEDs will not

have any lights when they are OFF. Blue LED indicates the IoT status.

For detailed installation information about the AP3917i/e, see the

ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide.

Ta bl e 1 shows ways to power the AP3917i/e.

Table 1 Powering the AP3917i/e

Verifying the AP3917i/e Box Contents

Verify the contents of the box and ensure that the following items are

available:

Mounting and Connecting the AP

Use these instructions as guidelines for mounting and connecting the

AP3917i/e easily and safely.

The AP3917i/e mounting brackets are sold separately.

For more information about installing the optional bracket and the adapter,

see the ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide.

For installation videos of the AP, see www.extremenetworks.com/support/.

Mounting the AP3917i/e

The installation of the AP3917i/e should be performed by a professional

installer to ensure proper operation and compliance with local safety

guidelines.

The access point can be mounted to a wall, girder, ceiling, pole or vehicle

using the appropriate bracket.

Positioning the AP for Installation

Mount the AP so that the glands are on the side of the AP closest to the

ground, and not above the plastic cover. You must provide a 3-inch drip loop

on all cables.

Attach the Ground Wire

Use the M4 ground screw assembly, with the star washer, to attach the

ground wire’s ring terminal to the back of the AP. The wire should be as close

to the AP bottom as possible. Tighten the screw to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-

lbs.

IoT/BLE Radio

Radio - 5 GHz

Radio - 2.4 GHz

Status

GE1 (PoE IN)

GE2

Console/Reset

2.4 G - Antenna 1 and 2

Vent

5G - Antenna 1

BLE/802.15.4 Antenna

5 G - Antenna 2

Power Source

Description

Power over

Ethernet

(PoE)

Power is provided through the RJ45 Ethernet port (GE1 port).

Table 2 Contents of the AP3917i/e Box

Quantity Item

1AP3917i/e Quick Reference Guide

1 Cloud Quick Start Card

The following hardware is included:

1 M4 screw assembly with star washer

1 Ring terminal

Electrical Hazard: Only qualified personnel should perform

installation procedures.

Note: Do not remove the dust cap until you need to install the BLE/

IoT antennas.

Note: Attach the H bracket after attaching the ground wire onto the

AP. Once you tighten the torque, tighten the ground screws, and

attach the LAN cable.

Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Wall

1 Using the mounting bracket as a guide, mark the location for the

mounting screws. The wall bracket provides eight attachment holes. Use

four (one in each corner), Place the bracket and mark the four hole

centers.

2 Drill four holes into the wall as follows:

– for installing the AP on a masonry wall, use a 5/16” diameter bit.

– for other materials, use the appropriate drill for the screws being used.

3 For masonry installations, drill at least 1/8” (3mm) past the depth of the

screw, or bolt, being used, and place four anchor assemblies into the

holes.

4 Attach the AP to the “H” Bracket:

a Use 4 M4 screw assemblies to attach the AP to the “H” bracket on the

side that does not have the PEM stand-offs.

b Tighten the four screws to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-lbs.

Figure 3 Attaching the “H” Bracket to the AP

5 Secure the anchors to the wall, then secure the bracket to the anchors.

6 If using #10 screws, tighten them to a torque of 25 in-lbs. If using ¼”

screws, tighten them to 45 in-lbs.

Figure 4 AP3917i Wall Mount “H” Bracket

Figure 5 AP3917e Wall Mount “H” Bracket

Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Pole

Note: The “H” type Mounting Bracket (WS-MBO-H01) is sold as a

separate accessory (ordering part #30519).

Note: The Pole Mounting Bracket (WS-MBO-POLE01) is sold as a

separate accessory (ordering part #30520).

1 Determine the diameter of the pole.

For other pole diameters, provide your own stainless steel cable clamp.

The band must be ½” (12.7mm) wide.

2 Attach the AP to the “Pole Mount” bracket using four M4 screws. Tighten

the four screws to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-lbs.

Figure 6 Attaching a Pole Bracket to the AP

3 Attach the cable clamp to the pole bracket. Open the cable clamp by

turning a flat bladed screwdriver counterclockwise. Then, insert the non-

clamp end into the pole bracket through the holes.

4 Put the metal band around the pole and insert it into the clamp. Turn the

clamp screw clockwise, tightening the band around the pole.

Figure 7 AP with Mounting Bracket—Vertical Pole

Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Wall/Pole using

the WS-MBO-ART01 2 Axis Extension Arm

You can mount the AP3917i/e to a wall or a pole using a 10” extension arm

(WS-MBO-ART01, ordering part #30514). For mounting and installation

instructions, refer to the ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide.

Installing External Antennas

1 Professionally install the external antennas intended for area coverage.

For information about antenna selection and installation, refer to the

External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide.

2 Attach the external antenna cables to the Standard Polarity Type-N

connectors on the AP3917i/e.

Connecting a Power Source to the AP3917i/e

If you need to power the AP3917i/e, you can do so my using the GE1 port on

the AP. The power LED on the front face of the AP illuminates when the device

is connected to a power source. Refer to the ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e

Installation Guide for information.

LAN/Console Connections

The AP3917i/e has one LAN (Ethernet) port and a Console port. Refer to

Figure 1 for the location of these ports. During administration and

maintenance through the LAN or Console, the AP must still have a power

connection through either an Ethernet PoE cable or a DC power supply.

Pole Diameter Cable Clamp Size

<= 2.5” (63.5mm) Use small cable clamp.

5” - 7” (178mm) Use large cable clamp

Note: It is easier to install both clamps before attaching to the pole.

Summary of content (2 pages)

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Installing the ExtremeWireless Outdoor AP3917i/e Access Point Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Wall 1 IoT/BLE Radio 2 Radio - 5 GHz Overview of the AP3917i/e 4 Status 5 GE1 (PoE IN) 1 6 GE2 7 Console/Reset 8 2.4 G - Antenna 1 and 2 2 Drill four holes into the wall as follows: 9 Vent 10 5G - Antenna 1 Note: The AP3917i/e requires a minimum base firmware of 10.41. 11 BLE/802.15.4 Antenna The AP3917i/e model has the following features: • Radios: 2 radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz); 1 IoT/BLE/802.15.4 Radio (2.
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Professional Installation Instruction Installation personnel This product is designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a qualified personnel who has RF and related rule knowledge. The general user shall not attempt to install or change the setting. Installation location The product shall be installed at a location where the radiating antenna can be kept 20 cm from nearby person in normal operation condition to meet regulatory RF exposure requirement.