Hewlett Packard Enterprise APIN0103 User Manual

AP-103 Wireless Access Point

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5Ghz

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PWR

Ethernet Port

Console Port

DC Power Socket

Kensington Lock

Reset
Button

1000Base-T Gigabit

Ethernet Port

RJ-45 Female
Pin-Out

Signal Name

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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BI_DC-

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BI_DD-

BI_DA+
BI_DA­BI_DB+

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Bi-directional pair +C
Bi-directional pair -C

Bi-directional pair +D
Bi-directional pair -D

Bi-directional pair +A
Bi-directional pair -A
Bi-directional pair +B

Bi-directional pair -B

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Installation Guide

The Aruba AP-103 wireless access point supports the IEEE 802.11n standard for
high-performance WLAN. This access point uses MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple­out) technology and other high-throughput mode techniques to deliver high­performance, 802.11n 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz functionality while simultaneously
supporting existing 802.11a/b/g wireless services. The AP-103 access point works
only in conjunction with an Aruba Controller.

The Aruba AP-103 access point provides the following capabilities:

 Wireless transceiver
 Protocol-independent networking functionality
 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless access point
 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless air monitor
 Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af PoE
 Central management configuration and upgrades through a controller

Package Contents

 AP-103 access point
 9/16" and 15/16” Ceiling Rail Adapters
 Installation guide (this document)

AP-103 Hardware Overview

Figure 1 AP-103 LEDs

LEDs

The AP-103 is equipped with four LEDs that indicate the status of the various
components of the AP.

 PWR: Indicates whether or not the AP-103 is powered-on
 ENET: Indicates the status of the AP-103’ Ethernet port
 5 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11a/n radio
 2.4 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11b/g/n radio

Table 1 AP-103 LED Meanings

LED Color/State Meaning

PWR Off No power to AP, or initial power-up

ENET Off Ethernet link unavailable

5 GHz Off 5 GHz radio disabled

2.4 GHz Off 2.4 GHz radio disabled

The AP-103 requires ArubaOS 6.4.1.0 or later.

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.

Red Error condition

Green - Flashing AP booting

Green - Steady AP ready

Yellow - Steady 10/100Mbps Ethernet link established

Green - Steady 1000Mbps Ethernet link established

Flashing Ethernet link activity

Yellow - Steady 5 Ghz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN mode

Green - Steady 5 Ghz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode

Flashing - Green 5 Ghz Air or Spectrum Monitor

Yellow - Steady 2.4 Ghz radio enabled in non-HT WLAN

mode

Figure 2 AP-103 Rear

Console Port

The serial console port allows you to connect the AP to a serial terminal or a
laptop for direct local management. This port is a 4-pin connector covered by a
dust cover.

Ethernet Port

AP-103 is equipped with one 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) auto-sensing, MDI/MDX
wired-network connectivity port. This port supports IEEE 802.3af Power over
Ethernet (PoE) compliance, accepting 48 VDC (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.

The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port is on the back of the AP. The port has RJ-45
female connectors with the pin-outs shown in Figure 3.

Figure 3 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pin-Out

DC Power Socket

If PoE is not available, an optional Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately)
can be used to power the AP-103.

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%)/18W
 Center-positive 1.7/4.0 mm circular plug, 9.5 mm length

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 power LED will
flash within 5 seconds.

4. Release the reset button.

The power 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.

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).

EU Statement:
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.

AP Pre-Installation Checklist

Before installing your AP, ensure that you have the following:

 CAT5e or better UTP cable of required length
 One of the following power sources:

 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) source. The POE source

can be any power source equipment (PSE) controller or midspan PSE
device

 Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately)

 Aruba Controller provisioned on the network:

 Layer 2/3 network connectivity to your access point
 One of the following network services:

 Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP)
 DNS server with an “A” record
 DHCP Server with vendor-specific options

Summary of the Setup Process

Successful setup of an AP-103 consists of five tasks, which must be performed in
this order:

1. Verify pre-installation connectivity.

2. Identify the specific installation location for each AP.

3. Install each AP.

4. Verify post-installation connectivity.

5. Configure each AP.

Aruba Networks, Inc., in compliance with governmental requirements, has
designed the AP-103 access points so that only authorized network
administrators can change the 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

Refer to the ArubaOS Quick Start Guide for instructions on locating and
connecting to the controller.

Identifying Specific Installation Locations

You can mount the AP-103 access point on a wall or on the ceiling. Use the AP
placement map generated by Aruba’s Airwave VisualRF Plan software
application to determine the proper installation location(s). 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 have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in
VisualRF plan.

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 AP to its fixed location. Examples
of sources that degrade RF performance include:

 Cement and brick
 Objects that contain water
 Metal
 Microwave ovens
 Wireless phones and headsets

Installing the AP

Service to all Aruba Networks products should be performed by trained
service personnel only.

Using the Ceiling Rail Adapter

The AP-103 ships with two ceiling rail adapters for 9/16” and 15/16” ceiling rails.
Additional wall mount adapters and ceiling rail adapters for other rail styles are
available as accessory kits.

Make sure the AP fits securely on the ceiling tile rail when hanging
the device from the ceiling, because poor installation could cause it
to fall onto people or equipment.

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

2. Place the adapter against the back of the AP with the adapter at an angle of
approximately 30 degrees to the tabs (see Figure 4).

3. Twist the adapter clockwise until it snaps into place in the tabs (see Figure

4).

Figure 4 Attaching the Ceiling Rail Adapter

4. If necessary, connect the console cable to the console port on the back of the
AP.

5. Hold the AP next to the ceiling tile rail with the ceiling tile rail mounting slots
at approximately a 30-degree angle to the ceiling tile rail (see Figure 5). Make
sure that any cable slack is above the ceiling tile.

6. Pushing toward the ceiling tile, rotate the AP clockwise until the device
clicks into place on the ceiling tile rail.

Green - Steady 2.4 Ghz radio enabled in HT WLAN mode

Flashing - Green 2.4 Ghz Air or Spectrum Monitor

Before you install APs in a network environment, make sure that the APs are
able to locate and connect to the controller after power on.

Specifically, you must verify the following conditions:

 When connected to the network, each AP is assigned a valid IP address
 APs are able to locate the controller

Figure 5 Mounting the AP

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The Environment- Friendly Use Period (EFUP) for all enclosed products and their parts are
per the symbol shown here. The Environment- Friendly Use Period is valid only when the
product is operated under the conditions defined in the product manual.

China RoHS

Aruba products also comply with China environmental declaration requirements
and are labeled with the “EFUP 25” label shown at the left.

Canadian Statement

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

AP-103 Wireless Access

Point

Installation Guide

Connecting Required Cables

Install cables in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations and
practices.

Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity

The integrated LEDs on the AP can be used to verify that the AP is receiving
power and initializing successfully (see Table 1). Refer to the ArubaOS Quick
Start Guide for further details on verifying post-installation network
connectivity.

Configuring the AP-103

AP Provisioning/Reprovisioning

Provisioning parameters are unique to each AP. These local AP parameters are
initially configured on the controller which are then pushed out to the AP and
stored on the AP itself. Aruba recommends that provisioning settings be
configured via the ArubaOS Web UI only. Refer to the ArubaOS User Guide for
complete details.

AP Configuration

Configuration parameters are network or controller specific and are configured
and stored on the controller. Network configuration settings are pushed out to
the AP(s) but remain stored on the controller.

Configuration settings can be configured via the ArubaOS Web UI or ArubaOS
CLI. Refer to their respective guides for further details: the ArubaOS User Guide.

Product Specifications

Electrical

 Ethernet:

 1x 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 Interface
 MDI/MDX
 IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T), IEEE 802.3u (100Base-T). IEEE 802.3ab (1000Base-T)
 Power over Ethernet (802.3af compliant), 48V DC (nominal) and 56V DC (maximum)/350mA

(see Figure 3 for pin configuration)

 Power:

 12 VDC power interface, supports powering through an AC-to-DC power adapter
 POE support on Ethernet ports: 802.3af-compliant POE sourcing devices

If a power adapter other than the one provided by Aruba Networks is used
in the US or Canada, it should be cULus (NRTL) Listed, with an output
rated 12 VDC, minimum 1.25A, marked “LPS” or “Class 2,” and suitable for
plugging into a standard power receptacle in the US and Canada.

For additional specifications on this product, please refer to the data sheet. The data sheet can be
found at www.arubanetworks.com.

Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Aruba Networks provides a multi-language document that contains country-specific restrictions and
additional safety and regulatory information for all Aruba access points. This document can be
viewed or downloaded from the following location: www.arubanetworks.com/safety_addendum

Regulatory Model Names

The following regulatory model names apply to the AP-103:

 AP-103: APIN0103

FCC

This device is electronically labeled. To view the FCC ID:

1. Log into the controller WebUI.

2. Navigate to Maintenance > Controller > About.

RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC
RF radiation exposure limits. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20 cm) between the
radiator and your body for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operations. This transmitter
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter. When operated in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range, this
device is restricted to indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful
interference with co-channel Mobile Satellite Systems.

FCC Class B Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference harmful to radio communications.

If this equipment does cause interference, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.

Complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as set out in the interference-causing
equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

Cet apareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Reglement sur le materiel
brouilleur du Canada.

Users are advised that high power Radars are allocated as primary users of the bands 5250-5350 MHz
and 5650-5850 MHz and these Radars could cause interference and/or damage to Licensed Exempt
WLAN devices.

Contacting Aruba Networks

Table 1

Web Site Support

Main Site http://www.arubanetworks.com

Support Site https://support.arubanetworks.com

Software Licensing Site https://licensing.arubanetworks.com/login.php

Wireless Security Incident
Response Team (WSIRT)

Americas and APAC Support Email [e-mail]

EMEA Support Email [e-mail]

WSIRT Email
Please email details of any security
problem found in an Aruba product.

http://www.arubanetworks.com/support/wsirt.php

[e-mail]

Table 2

Telephone Support

Aruba Corporate [phone]

FAX [phone]

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Certain Aruba products include Open Source software code developed by third parties, including software code
subject to the GNU General Public License ("GPL"), GNU Lesser General Public License ("LGPL"), or other Open
Source Licenses. The Open Source code used can be found at this site:

http://www.arubanetworks.com/open_source

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The use of Aruba Networks, Inc. switching platforms and software, by all individuals or corporations, to terminate
other vendors' VPN client devices constitutes complete acceptance of liability by that individual or corporation for
this action and indemnifies, in full, Aruba Networks, Inc. from any and all legal actions that might be taken against
it with respect to infringement of copyright on behalf of those vendors.

Warranty

This hardware product is protected by an Aruba warranty. For details, see Aruba Networks standard warranty
terms and conditions.

For the most current information about Global Environmental Compliance and Aruba products, see
our website at www.arubanetworks.com.

Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Aruba products at end of life are subject to separate collection and treatment
in the EU Member States, Norway, and Switzerland and therefore are marked
with the symbol shown at the left (crossed-out wheelie bin). The treatment
applied at end of life of these products in these countries shall comply with
the applicable national laws of countries implementing Directive 2002/96EC

Directive are Lead (including Solder used in printed circuit assemblies), Cadmium, Mercury,
Hexavalent Chromium, and Bromine. Some Aruba products are subject to the exemptions listed in
RoHS Directive Annex 7 (Lead in solder used in printed circuit assemblies). Products and packaging
will be marked with the “RoHS” label shown at the left indicating conformance to this Directive.

on Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

European Union RoHS

Aruba products also comply with the EU Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive 2011/65/EC (RoHS). EU RoHS restricts the use of
specific hazardous materials in the manufacture of electrical and
electronic equipment. Specifically, restricted materials under the RoHS

EU Regulatory Conformance

This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the R & TTE Directive

(1999/5/EC) - CE(!). Aruba Networks Inc., hereby declares that the APIN0103
device model is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC -CE(!)

The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC is available for viewing at the
following location: http://support.arubanetworks.com

Users are advised that high power Radars are allocated as primary users of the bands 5250-5350 MHz
and 5650-5850 MHz and these Radars could cause interference and/or damage to Licensed Exempt
WLAN devices.

Taiwan Class A Statement

Korean Class A Statement

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AP-103 Wireless Access Point | Installation Guide
Part Number 0511551-03 | October 2013