Hewlett Packard Enterprise APEX0102 User Manual
AP-277 Outdoor Access Point
Installation Guide
The Aruba AP-277 is an environmentally hardened, outdoor rated, dual-radio IEEE 802.11ac wireless
access point. This access point use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology and other highthroughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality
while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services. The AP-277 access point
works only in conjunction with an Aruba Controller.
AP-277 Operations
Wireless transceiver
Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Protocol-independent networking functionality
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
Central management configuration and upgrades with an Aruba Controller.
Guide Overview
“AP-277 Hardware Overview” on page3 provides a detailed hardware overview of the AP-277.
“Before You Begin” on page5 provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying
an outdoor wireless network.
“Installing the AP” on page7 describes the multi-step process for a successful installation and
deployment of the AP-277.
“Safety and Regulatory Compliance” on page16 provides an overview of safety and regulatory
compliance information.
Package Contents
AP-277 Access Point
Cable Glands x2
USB Console Cable
Copper Lug x1
M4 x 6 Screw x1
Installation Guide (this document)
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet, Console, and power interfaces are connected to the AP, not loose in the
package.
Mounting kits for use with the AP-270 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales
representative for details.
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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.
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AP-277 Hardware Overview
AC Power Interface
LAN Port
WAN Port
Grounding Point
USB Console Port, Reset button
and LED
Figure 1 AP-277 Front View
Figure 2 AP-277 Rear View
LED
The AP-277 is equipped with one LED that indicates the system status of the AP.
Table 1 AP-277 LED Meanings during Boot Up
LED Color/State Meaning
System LED Off No power to AP
Red Initial power-up
Green - Flashing AP booting
Green - Steady AP ready and 1000Mbps Ethernet link established. The LED
Green - Yellow, 6 seconds
period
turns off after 1200 seconds
AP ready and 10/100Mbps Ethernet link established. The LED
turns off after 1200 seconds
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Table 2 AP-277 LED Meanings during Operation
1000Base-T Gigabit
Ethernet Port
RJ-45 Female
Pin-Out
Signal Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
BI_DC+
BI_DC-
BI_DD+
BI_DD-
BI_DA+
BI_DABI_DB+
BI_DB-
Function
Bi-directional pair +C, POE Positive
Bi-directional pair -C, POE Positive
Bi-directional pair +D, POE Negative
Bi-directional pair -D, POE Negative
Bi-directional pair +A, POE Negative
Bi-directional pair -A, POE Negative
Bi-directional pair +B, POE Positive
Bi-directional pair -B, POE Positive
LED Color/State Meaning
System LED Solid Red General fault
One blink off every 3
Radio 0 fault (5 GHz)
seconds
Two quick blink off 0.5
Radio 1 fault (2.4GHz)
seconds apart cycled every
3 seconds
USB Console Port
The USB Micro-B console port allows you to connect the AP to a terminal or a laptop for direct local
management. Use the included USB console cable to connect the AP. You can download the
necessary driver for USB-UART adapter from support.arubanetworks.com under the Tools &
Resources tab.
Use the following setting to access the terminal:
Table 3 Console Settings
Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control
9600 8 None 1 None
Ethernet Ports
AP-277 is equipped with two10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) Gigabit Ethernet ports (WAN and LAN port)
for wired network connectivity. The WAN port supports 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE), accepting
48 VDC (nominal) as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE)
such as a PoE midspan injector.
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These ports have RJ-45 female connectors with the pin-outs shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pin-Out
Reset Button
The reset button can be used to return the AP to factory default settings. To reset the AP:
1. Power off the AP.
2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a paperclip.
3. Power-on the AP without releasing the reset button. The system LED will flash within 5 seconds.
4. Release the reset button.
The system LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is completed. The AP will
now continue to boot with the factory default settings.
AC Power Interface
Mounting Holder
!
CAUTION
The AP-277 is capable of AC power in the range of 100 - 240 VAC. The power cord or power connector
kit is sold separately.
Grounding Point
Always remember to protect the AP by installing grounding lines. The ground connection must be
complete before connecting power to the AP enclosure.
Figure 4 AP-277 Top View
Figure 5 AP-277 Bottom View
Before You Begin
FCC Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the United States configured to non-US
model controllers will be in violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or
intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate termination of operation and may
be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
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!
CAUTION
EU Statement:
!
CAUTION
Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Please refer to the ArubaOS User Guide
for details on restrictions.
Produit réseau local radio basse puissance operant dans la bande fréquence 2.4 GHz et 5 GHz. Merci de vous
referrer au ArubaOS User Guide pour les details des restrictions.
Low Power FunkLAN Produkt, das im 2.4 GHz und im 5 GHz Band arbeitet. Weitere Informationen bezlüglich
Einschränkungen finden Sie im ArubaOS User Guide.
Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare riferimento alla ArubaOS User Guide per
avere informazioni detagliate sulle restrizioni.
Pre-Installation Network Requirements
After WLAN planning is complete and the appropriate products and their placement have been
determined, the Aruba controller(s) must be installed and initial setup performed before the Aruba
APs are deployed.
For initial setup of the controller, refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for the software version
installed on your controller.
Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your AP, be sure that you have the items listed below:
Gigabit Ethernet cable of required length
IEEE 802.3at compliant PoE source or AC power source
Aruba Mobility Controller configured and installed on the network
Layer 2/3 network connectivity to your AP
One of the following network services:
Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP)
DNS server with an “A” record
DHCP Server with vendor specific options
Aruba Networks, Inc. in compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the AP-277 such that only
authorized network administrators can change configuration settings. For more information about AP
configuration, refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide and ArubaOS User Guide.
Access points are radio transmission devices and as such are subject to governmental regulation. Network
administrators responsible for the configuration and operation of access points must comply with local
broadcast regulations. Specifically, access points must use channel assignments appropriate to the location in
which the access point will be used.
Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity
Before you install APs in a network environment, make sure that the APs will be able to locate and
connect to the controller when they are powered on.
Specifically, you must verify the following conditions:
When connected to the network, each AP is assigned a valid IP address.
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