WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide WatchGuard AP432 Access Point
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Contents WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Access Point Management 6 About Your Hardware 7 Hardware Specifications 7 Environmental Requirements 8 Hardware Description Bottom Panel Connections 9 9 Side Panel Connections 10 Device Indicators 10 Mount and Connect the Access Point 12 Ceiling Mount 12 Wall Mount 14 Wall or Ceiling Mount with T-Rail Mount and Spacers 15 Access Point Free Standing Bracket 16 Connect the Access Point 17 Ethernet Power Injector (Optional) 18 Power Adapter (
Mexico NOM 27 Japan Statement 27 Japan VCCI Class B Statement 27 Taiwan NCC Statement 27 RoHS Statement 28 WEEE Statement 28 REACH Certificate of Compliance 28 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide The WatchGuard AP432 is a high performance 4x4 Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax access point that supports up to 1148 Mbps data rate on the 2.4 GHz band and 2400 Mbps on the 5 GHz band. The access point also features a 2.5G Ethernet interface. Power is provided by a PoE+ (Power over Ethernet) power source or an optional AC power adapter. Access Point Management You can manage your access point with WatchGuard Cloud.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide About Your Hardware Hardware Specifications Hardware Description Processor Qualcomm IPQ8072A Quad-Core CPU ARM Cortex A53 2.0GHz RAM Radio Model Radio Type and Frequency Band Antennas 7 n Flash: SPI 8MB n NAND: 256MB n RAM: DDR4 2GB n 2.4 GHz: QCN5024 n 5 GHz: QCN5024 n Radio 1: 2.4 GHz 4x4 802.11b/g/n/ax n Radio 2: 5 GHz 4x4 802.11a/n/ac/ax n 4 x 2.4 GHz, 5.01 dBi n 4 x 5 GHz, 5.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Environmental Requirements To safely install your WatchGuard access point, we recommend that you: n Install the device indoors n Make sure the device has adequate clearance for air flow and cooling Other environmental requirements: Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing Non-operating Temperature -30°C to 80°C (-22°F to 176°F) Non-operating Humidity 5% to 90%, non-condensing WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Hardware Description The access point has these connections on the bottom panel of the device. Bottom Panel Connections Reset Button Resets the access point to factory-default settings. n Use a paper clip or other small object to press the reset button through the hole. n Press and hold the reset button for up to 10 seconds. When you release the reset button, all LEDs will go off to indicate that the device has rebooted. 2.5 G / LAN (PoE+) This is a 2.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Side Panel Connections Kensington Lock Slot The Kensington security lock slot is for use with a security cable to secure your device. Device Indicators The device has a single LED indicator that can show these conditions: WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide LED Color Status Solid Red Device is booting. A permanent solid red LED after booting is very rarely a hardware issue. It may take several minutes before the access point successfully connects to WatchGuard Cloud. Please review all the troubleshooting tips above before you contact WatchGuard technical support.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Mount and Connect the Access Point Your package includes the access point, ceiling mount t-rail brackets, and wall mount screws and spacers. The MAC address and serial number of your access point are printed on a label on the back of the device. Make sure you record this information before you mount the device. Ceiling Mount The ceiling mount bracket is intended for use with ceilings with a t-rail system. 1.
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WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Wall Mount 1. Determine where the access point will be placed and mark the location for the two mounting holes (110mm apart). 2. Drill the two mounting holes (8.1mm diameter and 26mm depth) and hammer the anchors into the holes. 3. Screw the anchors into the holes until they are flush with the wall, then screw the included screws into the anchors. 4. Attach the access point to the wall with the mounting screws. WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Wall or Ceiling Mount with T-Rail Mount and Spacers For ease of use, you can also affix the access point to a wall or ceiling with no t-rail system with the t-rail 15/16" mount bracket attached. Use the included spacers to place between the mounting screws and the anchors. 15 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Access Point Free Standing Bracket You can optionally purchase a free standing bracket for your access point: n WatchGuard AP Universal Free Standing Bracket (WG9017) The stand enables you to safely place your access point on a desk or other flat surface if you do not want to mount the device on a wall or ceiling.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Connect the Access Point Plug one end of the Ethernet cable from your network into the LAN (PoE) port on the bottom panel of the access point. Make sure the other end of the Ethernet cable is connected to your network through a hub, switch, or injector with PoE+ (802.3at) power enabled. 17 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Ethernet Power Injector (Optional) You can power the access point with an optional Ethernet Power Injector. The PoE+ power injector enables you to power the access point through an existing Ethernet connection. With this device, you do not have to position your access point near a power outlet. This device complies with IEEE 802.3at/af PoE specifications. Do not use any PoE adapters that are not IEEE 802.3at/af compliant as they may damage your device.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Ethernet Power Injector Specs Output Power 30W maximum Ethernet Interfaces LAN: RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Mbps data POE: RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Mbps data and power Voltage: Pin4, 5:54V, Pin7, 8:Return 19 Indicator Power: Green Temperature Operating: 0 - 40°C (32 - 104°F) Storage: -30 - 80°C (-22 - 176°F) Humidity 5% - 90% (Operating and storage) Dimensions L = 99 mm (3.9") W = 68.5 mm (2.27") H = 33 mm (1.3") Weight 149.6 g (0.33 lbs) WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Power Adapter (Optional) An optional AC power adapter supplies 12V DC power to the device. AC Power Adapter Specs WatchGuard Part Number WG9009 AC Input Voltage Rating 100-240V, 50-60Hz Output Voltage DC 12V, 2.5A Region Specific Adapter Plugs US, UK, AU/NZ, EMEA (all included) Temperature Operating: 0 - 40°C (32 – 104°F) Storage: -20 - 85°C (-4 – 185°F) Humidity Operating: 5% – 95% Storage: 0% – 95% Dimensions 69 mm x 32.6 mm x 49.5 mm (2.7" x 1.28" x 1.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Notices All WatchGuard products are designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These requirements include product safety approvals and other global compliance standards. Please read these instructions carefully before operating the product, and refer to them as needed to ensure the continued safe operation of your product. For patent information, please visit http://www.watchguard.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide n Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. n Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Avertissement Le guide d’utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées, notamment : (i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; (ii) lorsqu’il y a lieu, les types d’antennes (s’il y en a plusieurs), les num
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/EU. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the RED Directive 2014/53/EU: EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017 Safety of Information Technology Equipment (ITE) EN 55032:2015+A11:2020 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment - Emission requirements.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide This device is a 5 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies. In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.
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WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide Brazil ANATEL Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados. CISPR 22 Statement Este produto não é apropriado para uso em ambientes domésticos, pois poderá causar interferências eletromagnéticas que obrigam o usuário a tomar medidas necessárias para minimizar estas interferências. This is a class A product.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide RoHS Statement The member states of the European Union approved directive 2002/95/EC, Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (“RoHS directive”‘) that became valid on July 1, 2006. It states that all new electrical and electronic equipment put on the market within the member states must not contain certain hazardous materials.
WatchGuard AP432 Hardware Guide n WatchGuard does not import more than 1 metric ton per year of a substance as defined by REACH. n WatchGuard products are non-chemical products that are not designed to release any substance under normal and reasonably predictable application. n Our products do not contain the listed substances at more than 0.1% by weight of the whole product/part. 29 WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
