Aruba AP11 installation Guide

Aruba Instant On AP11 Access Point

System

Radio

Installation Guide

The Aruba Instant On AP11 dual-radio access point supports IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2, delivering high performance
with 2x2 MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) technology, while also supporting 802.11a/b/g /
n wireless services. The AP11 access point is designed for ceiling and wall mount.

Package Contents

 1 x AP11 access point
 1 x Ceiling mount bracket (suspended ceiling rail)

 1 x Wall/ceiling mount bracket (solid surface)
 1 x Ethernet cable

If you have ordered AP11 bundle, the package would also include a power adapter and cord to power the AP
through an electrical power outlet.

Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including
the original packing materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.

Hardware Overview

The following sections outline the hardware components of the AP11 access point.

Figure 1 AP11 (front view)

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LED

DC Power Socket E0/POE Reset

The AP11 access point has two LEDs that indicate the system and radio status of the device.

Table 1 AP11 Access Point LEDs Status

LED Color/State Meaning

System No Lights Device has no power

Blinking

Alternating Green/Amber Device is ready for setup

Solid Green Device is ready

Solid Amber Device has detected a problem

Solid Red Device has an issue- immediate action required

Radio No Lights Wi-Fi is not ready, wireless clients cannot connect

Solid Green Wi-Fi is ready, wireless clients can connect

Figure 2 AP11 (rear view)

Green Device is starting

E0/POE Port

The AP11 access point is equipped with one 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing, MDI/MDX Ethernet port (E0) for
wired network connectivity. This port supports IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE), accepting 48Vdc
(nominal) as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) such as a PoE
midspan injector, or network infrastructure that supports PoE.

DC Power Socket

If PoE is not available, a proprietary Aruba 12V/30W power adapter can be used to power the AP11 access point.
This power adapter is available in the box if you buy the AP11 and power adapter bundle.

Additionally, a locally-sourced AC-to-DC adapter (or any DC source) can be used to power this device, as long as it
complies with all applicable local regulatory requirements and the DC interface meets the following
specifications:

 12 Vdc (+/- 5%) and at least 12W
 2.1/5.5 mm center-positive circular plug, 9.5 mm length

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Reset Button

Kensington Lock Slot

The reset button located on the bottom of the device can be used to reset the access point to factory default
settings or turn off/on the LED display.

There are two ways to reset the access point to factory default settings:

Reset the AP during normal operation

Press and hold down the reset button using a small, narrow object such as a paper clip for more than 10
seconds during normal operation.

Reset the AP while powering up

1. Press and hold down the reset button using a small, narrow object such as a paper clip while the access point
is not powered on (either via DC power or PoE).

2. Connect the power supply (DC or PoE) to the access point while the reset button is being held down.

3. Release the reset button on the access point after 15 seconds.

To turn off/on the LED display, press and release the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a
paperclip for less than 10 seconds during normal operation of the access point.

Kensington Lock Slot

The AP11 access point is equipped with a Kensington lock slot for additional security.

Figure 3 AP11 Kensington Lock Slot

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Cable Clips

The cable clips on the rear of the access point is used to organize Ethernet cable, as shown in Figure 4. The use of
the cable clips is optional and does not support all types of cables and plugs.

Figure 4 Cable Clips

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Before You Begin

Refer to the sections below before beginning the installation process.

The AP11 access point is designed in compliance with governmental requirements so that only authorized
network administrators can change the settings.

Identifying Specific Installation Locations

Each location should be as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area and should be free from
obstructions or obvious sources of interference. These RF absorbers/reflectors/interference sources will impact

RF propagation and should be accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted.

Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result
in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed
to verify that they are operating normally.

Identifying Known RF Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference Sources

Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in the field during the installation
phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are taken into consideration when you attach an access point to its
fixed location.
RF absorbers include:

 Cement/concrete—Old concrete has high levels of water dissipation, which dries out the concrete, allowing

for potential RF propagation. New concrete has high levels of water concentration in the concrete, blocking
RF signals.

 Natural Items—Fish tanks, water fountains, ponds, and trees
 Brick

RF reflectors include:

 Metal Objects—Metal pans between floors, rebar, fire doors, air conditioning/heating ducts, mesh windows,

blinds, chain link fences (depending on aperture size), refrigerators, racks, shelves, and filing cabinets.

 Do not place an access point between two air conditioning/heating ducts. Make sure that access points are

placed below ducts to avoid RF disturbances.

RF interference sources include:

 Microwave ovens and other 2.4 or 5 GHz objects (such as cordless phones)
 Cordless headset such as those used in call centers or lunch rooms

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Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas)

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should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the access point. Otherwise, degradation of the
performance of this equipment could result.

Access Point Installation

The installer is responsible for securing the access point onto the ceiling tile rail in accordance with the steps
below. Failure to properly install this product may result in physical injury and/or damage to property.

Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this
equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this
equipment and result in improper operation.

The AP11 access point ships with the following two mount brackets. You can choose one of them to install the
AP:

 A ceiling mount bracket (see Figure 5) to attach the AP to a 9/16” or 15/16” flat T-bar drop-tile ceiling.
 A wall/ceiling mount bracket (see Figure 9)to attach the AP to a solid, flat surface, such as a wall or ceiling.

The following sections provide instructions on how to use these mount brackets.

Using the Ceiling Mount Bracket

Figure 5 Ceiling Mount Bracket

1. Pull the necessary cables through a prepared hole in the ceiling tile near where the access point will be
placed.

2. Place the mount bracket against the back of the access point with the mount bracket at an angle of
approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see Figure 6).

3. Twist the mount bracket clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see Figure 6).

Figure 6 Attaching the Ceiling Mount Bracket to the AP

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