3Com® WLAN Managed Access Point AP3950 Quick Installation Guide 3CRWX395075A Model AP3950 www.3Com.com Part No. 10016916 Rev.
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Quick Installation Guide AP3950 IEEE 802.11n Managed Access Point 3CRWX395075A The 3Com AP3950 Managed Access Point provides IEEE 802.11n/b/g, and 802.11n/a wireless access to the network. The access point is designed for use with a 3Com Wireless LAN Controller, and requires hardware installation only. All configuration for the access point takes place on the 3Com Wireless LAN Controller. You must have a wireless controller device to operate the access point.
3Com AP3950 Managed Access Point Features Kensington Security Slot The access point has a slot for attachment of a Kensington security cable. The cable is not included with the access point but can be ordered separately. Lock and Unlock Holes On one side of the access point there is a lock hole. On the other side there is an unlock hole. Insert a 3-mm or 1/8-inch screwdriver into the appropriate hole to attach and remove the access point from the mounting bracket.
RJ-45 Cable Ports The access point has two RJ-45 ports. Each port provides a 10/100/1000BASE-TX Ethernet connection to a WX controller. The connection can be direct to an WX controller or indirect through an intermediate Layer 2 or Layer 3 network. For best performance, it is not recommend that the AP 3950 be connected directly to the WXR100 or WX1200 wireless controller as these controllers only have 10/100 ports. The access point receives power and data through the RJ-45 ports.
WARNING: Before using a wireless device in a hazardous location, consult the local codes, national codes, and safety directors of the location for usage constraints. WARNING: Do not connect or disconnect cables or otherwise work with the access point hardware during periods of lightning activity. NOTE: The access point is intended for indoor use only. Do not install the device outdoors, unless you install it in a properly installed enclosure.
• MAC Address Record the access point MAC address in a safe place before the access point is installed in a hard-to-reach location. The MAC address is printed on the back of the access point. Additional MAC address labels are shipped with the access point.
Cable Requirement The Ethernet ports on the access point cannot accept a Category 5 cable that has an uneven sheath such as the one shown in the figure below. The RJ-45 connector on the cable will not seat properly in the receptacle on the access point. Use a Category 5 cable with an even sheath instead. Uneven sheath Suspended Ceiling — Flush Ceiling Tiles This procedure applies to T-bars that are 23.9 mm (15/16 inches) wide. For a 14.2-mm (9/16-inch) or 15.
3 Attach the mounting bracket to the T-bar clamp. Universal mounting bracket Port connector opening Universal mounting bracket T-bar T-bar 840-9502-0005 Port connector opening (Viewed from above ceiling tiles, looking down.) Insert the Category 5 cable through the port connector opening in the mounting bracket, then plug the cable into the access point.
Suspended Ceiling Installation — Drop Ceiling Tiles This procedure applies to T-bars that are 23.9 mm (15/16 inches), 14.2 mm (9/16 inches), or 15.9 mm (5/8 inches) wide. You can also use this procedure for flush ceilings with 14.2-mm (9/16-inch) or 15.9mm (5/8-inch) T-bars. TM Mobility AP3950 access point point Mounting Mounting template T-bar T-barclamps clamps (use (useset setthat thatfits fitsT-bar) T-bar) template 1 Use the mounting template to cut a hole for the Category 5 cable.
Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. 4 Attach the mounting bracket to the T-bar clamp. 840-9502-0011 840-9502-0008 3 Universal mounting bracket Port connector opening T- bar Universal mounting bracket T-bar 840-9502-0012 T-bar clamps (attached to T-bar) Port connector opening (Viewed from above ceiling tiles, looking down.) Insert the Category 5 cable through the port connector opening in the mounting bracket, then plug the cable into the access point.
6 Attach the access point to the mounting bracket. Lock TM TM 840-9502-0006 T-bar Junction Box Installation TM Mobility point AP3950 access point Mounting hardware Mounting hardware 10 840-9502-0008 Remove the mounting bracket from the access point.
2 Attach the bracket to the junction box. Junction box 840-9502-0017 Port connector opening Plug the Category 5 cable into the access point and attach the access point to the mounting bracket.
Solid Wall or Ceiling Installation TM Mobility AP3950 access point point Mounting Mounting template template Mounting Mounting bracket bracket Use the mounting template to cut a hole for the Category 5 cable. 2 Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. 3 Attach the bracket to the wall or ceiling.
Plug the Category 5 cable into the access point and attach the access point to the mounting bracket.
Tabletop Installation TM point Mounting Mounting bracket bracket Remove the mounting bracket from the access point. 2 Reverse the bracket and reattach it to the access point. 3 Attach the rubber feet. 4 Turn the access point over and place it on the table. 5 Plug the Category 5 cable into the access point.
4 Connecting the Access Point to a Controller 3Com recommends that you install and configure the 3Com Wireless LAN Controller before installing the access point. If the controller is already installed and configured for the access point, you can immediately verify the cable connection when you plug the cable into the access point. WARNING: Do not connect or disconnect cables or otherwise work with the access point during periods of lightning activity.
6 Checking the LED Indicators When the access point is connected to power, LEDs indicate activity as follows: Radio 1 LED Radio 2 LED Health LED LEDs Color Health Solid green Indicates • • • • Radio 1 (2.4 GHz) Radio 2 (5.0 GHz) 840-9502-0010 TM The access point has a valid management link with a wireless controller. The access point has booted. The access point has received a valid configuration from a wireless controller. At least one radio is enabled or is in sentry mode on the access point.
Regulatory Information The 3Com AP3950 Managed Access Point (3CRWX395075A) must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. Note: This product contains encryption. It is unlawful to export out of the U.S. without obtaining a U.S. Export License. This product does not contain any user serviceable components.
MANUFACTURER'S FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 3Com Corporation 350 Campus Drive Marlborough, MA 01752-3064, USA (800) 527-8677 Date: May 6, 2005 Declares that the Product: Brand Name: 3Com Corporation Model Number: AP3950 Equipment Type: Managed Access Point Complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
EUROPE - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This equipment may be operated in AT BE CY CZ DK EE FI FR DE GR HU IE IT LV LT LU MT NL PL PT SK SI ES SE GB IS LI NO CH BG RO TR Intended use: IEEE 802.11a/b/g radio LAN device NOTE: To ensure product operation is in compliance with local regulations, select the country in which the product is installed. Refer to the Wireless LAN Mobility System, Wireless LAN Switch and Controller Configuration Guide.
Portuguese 3Com Corporation declara que este RLAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Malti Hawnhekk, 3Com Corporation, jiddikjara li dan RLAN device jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevant li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC. Estonian Käesolevaga kinnitab 3Com Corporation seadme RLAN device vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
EUROPE - RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 5GHZ FREQUENCIES IN EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES Allowed Frequency Bands Allowed Channel Numbers Countries 5.15-5.25 GHz 36, 40, 44, 48 Austria 5.15-5.35 GHz 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64 Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Slovakia, Switzerland 5.15-5.35 & 5.470-5.
(1)「經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用 者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能」警語以 及(2)「低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發 現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。 (1)「經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用 者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能」警語以 及(2)「低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發 現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項 合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受 合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾」警語以及 (3)「5.25-5.35 GHz頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備，限於室內使用」警 語。 Copyright © 2008 3Com Corporation. All rights reserved. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation.
