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AP621 IG.book Page 1 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.3 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . .
AP621 IG.book Page 2 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 5.0 Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 6.0 Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Support Center . . . . . . . . . .
AP621 IG.book Page 1 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Introduction 1 Introduction The AP-621 Series access point, component of Motorola Solutions Wireless Controller System, links wireless 802.11a/b/g/n devices to the controller, enabling the growth of your wireless network with a cost-effective alternative to standard access points. The AP-621 Series is an enterprise class 802.11n access point, installed in minutes anywhere a CAT-5e (or better) cable is located.
AP621 IG.book Page 2 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 2 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 1.1 Document Conventions The following graphical alerts are used in this guide to indicate notable situations: NOTE ! Tips, hints, or special requirements that you should take note of. CAUTION WARNING! Care is required. Disregarding a caution can result in data loss or equipment malfunction. Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in personal injury or equipment damage. 1.
AP621 IG.book Page 3 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Introduction 1.3 Site Preparation • • • • • • Consult your site survey and network analysis to determine specific equipment placement, power drops etc. Assign installation responsibility to the appropriate personnel. Identify and document where all installed components are located. Ensure adequate, dust-free ventilation to all installed equipment. Prepare Ethernet port connections. Verify cabling is within the maximum 100 meter allowable length.
AP621 IG.book Page 4 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 4 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Installation Instructions An AP-621 Series access point can attach to a wall, mount under a suspended T-Bar or mount above a ceiling. Selecting a mounting option based on the physical environment of the coverage area. Do not mount the access point in a location that has not been approved in a site survey. To prepare for an installation, perform the following: 1.
AP621 IG.book Page 5 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation 2.3 Access Point Placement For optimal performance, install the access point away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Install the access point in an open area or add access points as needed to improve coverage. Antenna coverage is analogous to lighting.
AP621 IG.book Page 6 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 6 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide The 2.4 GHz antenna suite includes the following models: Part Number Antenna Type Approximate Gain (dBi) ML-2452-APA2-01 Dipole 3 ML-2452-HPA5-036 Dipole 2.9 ML-2499-HPA3-01R Dipole 4.6 ML-2499-APA2-01R Dipole 2 ML-2452-APA2GA1-01 Dipole 2 ML-2452-PNA5-01R Panel 4.5 ML-2452-PTA3M3-36 Patch 5 ML-2499-SD3-01R Patch 4.8 Internal Antenna PIFA 2.
AP621 IG.book Page 7 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation The 5 GHz antenna suite includes the following models: Part Number Antenna Type Approximate Gain (dBi) ML-2452-APA2-01 Dipole 5 ML-2452-HPA5-036 Dipole 4.9 ML-5299-APA1-01R Dipole 2 ML-5299-HPA1-01R Dipole 5 ML-2452-APA2GA1-01 Dipole 1 ML-2452-PNA5-01R Panel 5 ML-2452-PTA3M3-36 Patch 3 ML-5299-PTA1-0R Patch 5 Internal Antenna PIFA 5.
AP621 IG.book Page 8 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 8 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide The following guidelines should be adhered to before cabling the Power Injector to an Ethernet source and an access point: • • • • Do not block or cover airflow to the Power Injector. Keep the Power Injector away from excessive heat, humidity, vibration and dust. The Power Injector isn’t a repeater, and does not amplify the Ethernet signal.
AP621 IG.book Page 9 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation ! ! CAUTION To avoid problematic performance and restarts, disable PoE from a wired controller port connected to an access point if mid-span power sourcing equipment (PSE) is used between the two, regardless of the manufacturer. CAUTION Ensure AC power is supplied to the Power Injector using an AC cable with an appropriate ground connection approved for the country of operation.
AP621 IG.book Page 10 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 10 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 5. Attach the antennas to their correct connectors. For information on available antennas, see “Antenna Options” on page 5. 6. Place the large center opening of each of the mount slots over the screw heads. 7. Slide the access point down along the mounting surface to hang the mount slots on the screw heads 8.
AP621 IG.book Page 11 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation 10. The access point is ready to configure. For information on basic access point device configuration, see “Defining a Basic Configuration” on page 17. 2.5 Suspended Ceiling T-Bar Installation A suspended ceiling mount requires holding the access point up against the T-bar of a suspended ceiling grid and twisting the access point chassis onto the T-bar. To install the access point on a ceiling T-bar: 1.
AP621 IG.book Page 12 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 12 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide c. Connect the power supply line cord to the power adapter. d. Attach the power adapter cable to the DC-48V power connector on the access point. e. Attach the power supply line cord to a power supply. 5. Verify the behavior of the access point LEDs. For more information, see “LED Indicator” on page 15. 6. Align the bottom of the ceiling T-bar with the back of the access point. 7.
AP621 IG.book Page 13 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation 2.6 Above the Ceiling (Plenum) Installation An above the ceiling installation requires placing the access point above a suspended ceiling and installing the provided light pipe under the ceiling tile for viewing the status LED of the unit. An above the ceiling installation enables installations compliant with drop ceilings, suspended ceilings and industry standard tiles from .625 to .75 inches thick.
AP621 IG.book Page 14 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 14 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 6. Remove the light pipe’s rubber stopper (from the access point) before installing the light pipe. 7. Connect the light pipe to the bottom of the access point. Align the tabs and rotate approximately 90 degrees. Do not over tighten. 8. Fit the light pipe into hole in the tile from its unfinished side. 9.
AP621 IG.book Page 15 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Hardware Installation e. Attach the power supply line cord to a power supply. 12. Verify the behavior of the access point LED light pipe. For more information, see “LED Indicator” on page 15. 13. Place the ceiling tile back in its frame and verify it is secure. 14. The access point is ready to configure. For information on basic access point device configuration, see “Using the Initial Setup Wizard” on page 17. 2.
AP621 IG.book Page 16 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 16 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide Task 5 GHz Activity LED (Amber) 2.
AP621 IG.book Page 17 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Defining a Basic Configuration 3 Defining a Basic Configuration An AP-621 Series access point receives its configuration when adopted by a Motorola Solutions RFS controller. Adoption is the process an access point uses to discover controllers available in the network, pick the most desirable controller, establish an association and obtain a configuration.
AP621 IG.book Page 18 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 18 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 4 Specifications 4.1 Electrical Characteristics An AP-621 Series access point has the following electrical characteristics: Max DC Power Consumption 12.95W (270mA@48V) 4.2 Physical Characteristics An AP-621 Series access point has the following physical characteristics: Dimensions 6.0 (Length) x 5.5 (Width) x 1.63 (Tall) - Inches 152.4 (Length) x 139.7 (Width) x 41.
AP621 IG.book Page 19 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Specifications 4.3 Radio Characteristics An AP-621 Series access point has the following radio characteristics: Radio Characteristic AP-621 Standard Power Operating Channel (2.4 GHz) Channel 1 to 13 (2412 to 2472 MHz) Operating Channel (5.2 GHz) Channels 36 to 48; channels 149 - 165 802.11a Data Rates 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.11b Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 802.11g Data Rates 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.
AP621 IG.book Page 20 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 20 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 5 Regulatory Information 5.1 Regulatory Overview This device is approved under the Motorola Solutions brand. This guide applies to Part Numbers AP-0621-60010-US, AP-0621-60020-US, AP-0621-60010-WR, and AP-0621-60020-WR. AP-621 Series access points are approved under MODEL: NCAP-500.
AP621 IG.book Page 21 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Regulatory Information selection table. The US version will be sold / used in the US protectorates: American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands. 5.2.2 Frequency of Operation – FCC and IC 5 GHz Only The use on UNII (Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure) Band 1 5150-5250 MHz and Band 3 5470 - 5725 MHz is restricted to indoor use only, any other use will make the operation of this device illegal.
AP621 IG.book Page 22 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 22 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommended that a minimum of 15cm (6 inches) be maintained between a handheld wireless device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with independent research and recommendations by Wireless Technology Research.
AP621 IG.book Page 23 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Regulatory Information 5.7 US and Canada Co-located statement To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antennas used with this transmitter must not be co-located, or operating in conjunction, with any other transmitter/antenna except those already approved in this filling.
AP621 IG.book Page 24 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 24 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 5.10 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 5.10.1 Radio Transmitters For RLAN Devices: The use of 5 GHz RLAN’s, for use in Canada, have the following restrictions: • Restricted Band 5.60 – 5.
AP621 IG.book Page 25 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Regulatory Information 5.13 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) English: For EU Customers: All products at the end of their life must be returned to for recycling. For information on how to return product, please go to: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance. Dansk: Til kunder i EU: Alle produkter skal returneres til Symbol til recirkulering, når de er udtjent. Læs oplysningerne om returnering af produkter på: http://www.
AP621 IG.book Page 26 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 26 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide Nederlands: Voor klanten in de EU: alle producten dienen aan het einde van hun levensduur naar Symbol te worden teruggezonden voor recycling. Raadpleeg http://www.symbol.com/ environmental_compliance voor meer informatie over het terugzenden van producten. Português: Para clientes da UE: todos os produtos no fim de vida devem ser devolvidos à Symbol para reciclagem.
AP621 IG.book Page 27 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Regulatory Information 5.16 Korea Warning Statement for Class B ITE 기종별 B 급 기기 ( 가정용 방송통신기기 ) 사용자안내문 이 기기는 가정용 (B 급 ) 으로 전자파적합등록을 한 기기로서 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적 으로 하며 , 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다 . Class B (Broadcasting This device obtained EMC registration mainly for home use Communication Device for Home (Class B) and may be used in all areas. Use) 5.17 Other Countries 5.17.1 Australia Use of 5 GHz RLAN’s in Australia is restricted in the following band 5.
AP621 IG.book Page 28 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 28 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 5.17.4 Mexico Restrict Frequency Range to: 2.450 – 2.4835 GHz. 5.17.
AP621 IG.book Page 29 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM Regulatory Information Wireless device operate in the frequency band of 5.25-5.35 GHz, limited for Indoor use only. 在 5.25-5.35 赫頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備，限於室內使用。 5.17.6 Korea For radio equipment using 2400~2483.5MHz or 5725~5825MHz, the following expressions should be displayed: 1. “This radio equipment can be interfered with during operation.” 당해 무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음 2.
AP621 IG.book Page 30 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:18 PM 30 AP-621 Series Access Point Installation Guide 6 Motorola Solutions Enterprise Mobility Support Center If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact information is available by visiting http://supportcentral.motorola.com and after selecting your region, click on the appropriate link under Support for Business.
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