Aruba AP15 installation Guide
Aruba Instant On AP15 Access Point
System Radio
Installation Guide
The Aruba Instant On AP15 dual-radio access point supports IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2, delivering high performance
with 4x4 MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-input, Multiple-output), while also supporting 802.11a/b/g/n wireless
services. The AP15 access point is designed for ceiling and wall mount.
Package Contents
The following materials are included with this product:
1 x AP15 access point
1 x Ceiling mount bracket (suspended ceiling rail)
1 x Wall mount bracket (solid surface)
1 x Ethernet cable
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 AP15 access point.
Figure 1 Aruba AP15 (front view)
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LEDs
Kensington Lock Slot
Ethernet Port
Reset Button
DC Power Socket
The AP15 access point has two LEDs that indicate the system and radio status of the device.
Table 1 AP15 Access Point LEDs Status
LED Color/State Meaning
System No Lights Device has no power
Blinking Green Device is starting
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 AP15 (rear view)
Kensington Lock Slot
The AP15 is equipped with a Kensington lock slot for additional security.
Ethernet Ports
The AP15 is equipped with a 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing MDI/MDX Ethernet port. This port supports wirednetwork connectivity, in addition to Power over Ethernet (PoE) from IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at compliant power
sources. This device accepts 56V DC (802.3at), or 48V DC (802.3af) nominal as a standard powered device (PD)
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from power sourcing equipment, including PoE midspan injector or a PoE-sourcing network infrastructure.
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Reset Button
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.
Power
If PoE is not available, a proprietary Aruba 12V/30W power adapter can be used to power the AP15 access point.
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 18W
Center-positive 2.1/5.5 mm circular plug, 9.5 mm length
When both 802.3at and DC power sources are available, the DC power source takes precedence. The access
point simultaneously draws a minimal current from the PoE source. In the event that the DC source fails, the
access point switches to the 802.3at source.
Before You Begin
Refer to the sections below before beginning the installation process.
Identifying Specific Installation Locations
The AP15 access point is designed in compliance with governmental requirements so that only authorized
network administrators can change the settings.
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:
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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
Access Point Installation
The AP15 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 3) to attach the AP to a 9/16” or 15/16” flat T-bar drop-tile ceiling.
A wall mount bracket (see Figure 7)to attach the AP to a solid, flat surface, such as a wall.
The following sections provide instructions on how to use these mount brackets.
Using the Ceiling Mount Bracket
Figure 3 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 4).
3. Twist the mount bracket clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see Figure 4).
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Figure 4 Attaching the Ceiling Mount Bracket to the AP
4. Hold the access point next to the ceiling tile rail with the ceiling tile rail mounting slots at approximately a 30degree angle to the ceiling tile rail (see Figure 5 and Figure 6). Make sure that any cable slack is above the
ceiling tile.
5. Pushing toward the ceiling tile, rotate the access point clockwise until the device clicks into place on the
ceiling tile rail.
Figure 5 Mounting the AP to a 15/16” Ceiling Rail
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