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Intended Audience
This document describes hardware features of AP3x10xN, 5x10xN, 5x30xN, 6x10xN and
7x10xN, and provides basic installation methods.
This document is intended for:
lNetwork planning engineers
lHardware installation engineers
lCommissioning engineers
lOnsite maintenance engineers
lSystem maintenance engineers
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2 AP Installation.............................................................................................................................14
2.1 Preparing for Installation..............................................................................................................................................14
2.3 Unpacking the Equipment............................................................................................................................................17
2.4 Determining the Installation Position...........................................................................................................................18
2.5 Installing the AP...........................................................................................................................................................19
2.5.4 Removing an AP........................................................................................................................................................24
2.7 Installing the Security Lock..........................................................................................................................................29
2.8 Checking the AP After Installation..............................................................................................................................29
2.9 Powering on the AP......................................................................................................................................................30
3 Logging In to the AP...................................................................................................................31
3.1 Logging In to the AP Through the Console Port..........................................................................................................31
3.2 Logging In to the AP Using STelnet............................................................................................................................31
3.3 Logging In to the AP Using Telnet..............................................................................................................................33
3.4 Logging In to the AP Using a Web Client....................................................................................................................34
4.1 A Device Fails to Be Powered On................................................................................................................................35
4.2 An Optical Interface Cannot Turn Up..........................................................................................................................36
5.1.2 Assembling Power Cables.........................................................................................................................................39
5.1.5 Replacing the Mold of the Crimping Tool................................................................................................................77
5.2 Environmental Requirements for Device Operation....................................................................................................81
5.2.1 Environmental Requirements for an Equipment Room............................................................................................81
5.2.2 Requirements for Power Supply................................................................................................................................88
5.3.1 General Grounding Specifications.............................................................................................................................91
5.3.2 Grounding Specifications for an Equipment Room..................................................................................................91
5.3.3 Grounding Specifications for Devices.......................................................................................................................91
5.3.4 Grounding Specifications for Communications Power Supply.................................................................................92
5.3.5 Grounding Specifications for Signal Cables.............................................................................................................93
5.3.6 Specifications for Laying Out Grounding Cables.....................................................................................................93
5.4 Engineering Labels for Cables.....................................................................................................................................94
5.4.1 Introduction to Labels................................................................................................................................................94
5.4.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers.....................................................................................................................102
5.4.3 Engineering Labels for Network Cables.................................................................................................................105
5.4.4 Engineering Labels for User Cables........................................................................................................................106
5.4.5 Engineering Labels for Power Cables.....................................................................................................................107
5.5 Guide to Using Optical Modules................................................................................................................................110
AP6010DN-AGN, and AP6010SN-GN provide only a single indicator.
lThe AP6310SN-GN, AP7110DN-AGN, and AP7110SN-GN provide multiple indicators:
SYS indicator, Link indicator, and Wireless indicator.
The following table describes indicators on indoor APs.
NOTE
l Indicator colors may vary slightly at different temperature.
l After a Fit AP is powered on, you can run the led off command on the AC to turn off all AP indicators.
To restore the indicators to normal working status, run the led on command. Indicators on a Fat AP
cannot be turned off using the led off command.
Connects a dual-band antenna to the AP.
Single indicator and SYS indicator
Table 1-3 Descriptions about the single indicator and SYS indicator
TypeColorStatusDescription
Default
status after
power-on
Software
startup
status
Running
status
GreenSteady onThe AP is just powered on and the software is not
GreenSteady on
GreenBlinking
after
blinking
once
once every
2s (0.5 Hz)
Blinking
once every
5s (0.2 Hz)
started yet.
After the system is reset and starts uploading the
software, the indicator blinks green once. Until the
software is uploaded and started, the indicator
remains steady green.
l The system is running properly, the Ethernet
connection is normal, and STAs are associated
with the AP.
l The system enters the Uboot CLI.
The system is running properly, the Ethernet
connection is normal, and no STA is associated with
the AP. The system is in low power consumption
state.
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TypeColorStatusDescription
Link indicator
AlarmGreenBlinking
once every
0.25s (4
Hz)
FaultRedSteady onA fault that affects services has occurred, such as a
Table 1-4 Descriptions about the Link indicator
TypeColorStatusDescription
l The software is being upgraded.
l After the software is uploaded and started, the AP
working in Fit AP mode requests to go online on
the AC and maintains this state until it goes
online successfully on the AC (before the
CAPWAP link is established).
l The AP working in Fit AP mode fails to go online
on the AC (the CAPWAP link disconnects).
DRAM detection failure or system software loading
failure. The fault cannot be automatically rectified
and must be rectified manually.
LINKGreenSteady onThe system is running properly, the Ethernet
ACTGreenBlinkingThe system is running properly, the Ethernet
Wireless indicator
Table 1-5 Descriptions about the Wireless indicator in traffic volume mode
ColorStatusDescription
Yellow/greenOffRadios are disabled, and no STA is connected
Yellow/greenSteady onThe AP has STAs connected to the 2.4 GHz
connection is normal, and no data is being
transmitted.
connection is normal, and the AP is transmitting
data. The indicator blinks more quickly when more
data is being transmitted.
to the AP.
radio or 5 GHz radio, but no data is being
transmitted.
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NOTE
When the WDS/Mesh function is enabled on an AP, the blinking frequency of its Wireless indicator
indicates the receive signal strength on the WDS/Mesh connection by default. After you connect an AP to
a WDS/Mesh network, you can run the wifi-light { signal-strength | traffic } command on the AC to
make the Wireless indicator blinking frequency indicate receive signal strength or service traffic rate.
lwifi-light signal-strength:
l If the Mesh function is enabled on the AP, the blinking frequency of the Wireless indicator reflects
the weakest signal strength of all neighboring APs.
l If WDS is enabled on an AP, the blinking frequency of the Wireless indicator reflects the strength
of signals received from a WDS AP.
l If the AP works in leaf mode, the blinking frequency of the Wireless indicator reflects the
strength of signals received from a middle AP.
l If the AP works in middle mode, the blinking frequency of the Wireless indicator reflects the
strength of signals received from a root AP.
l If the AP works in root mode, the blinking frequency of the Wireless indicator reflects the
weakest signal strength of middle APs.
lwifi-light traffic: allows the Wireless indicator to reflect the service traffic volume on the radio.
When an AP functions as a Fat AP, the Wireless indicator of the AP can not reflect the signal strength.
The AP6310SN-GN does not support WDS/Mesh functions; therefore, the Wireless indicator of the
AP6310SN-GN does not indicate the signal strength.
1.3 Basic Specifications
Table 1-7 Basic specifications of the AP3010DN-AGN, AP5010SN-GN, AP5010DN-AGN,
AP6010DN-AGN, and AP6010SN-GN
ItemDescription
Technical
specifications
Power specificationsPower input
Dimensions (H x W xD)50 mm x 180 mm x 180 mm
Weight0.4 kg
System memory
l 256 MB DDR2
l 32 MB flash memory
l DC 12 V ± 10%
l PoE power supply: in compliance with
IEEE 802.3af/at
NOTE
The AP6010DN-AGN and AP6010SN-GN cannot
use the PoE power supply and DC power supply
simultaneously.
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2.1 Preparing for Installation
This section describes safety precautions and tool preparations for AP installation.
Safety Precautions
lTake proper measures to prevent injuries and device damage.
lPlace the device in a dry and flat position away from any liquid and prevent the device from
lKeep the device clean.
lDo not put the device and tools in the aisles.
Only the qualified personnel are permitted to install and remove the device and its accessories.
Before installation and operation, read the safety precautions carefully.
Tool Preparation
To install indoor APs, prepare tools listed in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1 Tools
Phillips screwdriver
slipping.
CAUTION
Torque screwdriver
Marker
3mm/5mm
(M3-M6)
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Figure 2-2 Installation flowchart of the AP5030DN and AP5130DN
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2.3 Unpacking the Equipment
Before unpacking the carton, ensure that the packing carton is intact and not damaged or soaked.
Stop unpacking if the equipment is rusted or soggy. Then, investigate causes and contact the
supplier.
After unpacking, check items in the carton against the packing list. If any item is missing, contact
the supplier or agent.
Usually, the packing list contains the following items.
lAP device
lPower adapter (optional)
lSheet metal mounting bracket
l2.4 GHz antenna
l5 GHz antenna
1
1
lDual-band antenna port
lExpansion screws
4
2
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lOT terminal
3
lQuick Start Guide
lWarranty card
lQualification Card
lMAC address label
lSN label
NOTE
If the AT needs to be powered by an AC power supply, a PoE adapter must be independently purchased.
Pay attention to the following:
1.Three 2.4 GHz antennas and three 5 GHz antennas are contained in the AP7110DN-AGN
carton, and three 2.4 GHz antennas are contained in the AP7110SN-GN carton. Cartons of
other models do not contain these two types of antennas.
2.Only the AP5130DN carton contains three dual-band antennas.
3.Only the AP6310SN-GN and AP7110 series have OT terminals delivered.
4.Currently, two types of sheet metal mounting brackets are available: sheet metal mounting
bracket for the AP5030DN and AP5130DN, which has four mounting holes (see the left
figure in Figure 2-3), and sheet metal mounting bracket for other indoor AP models, which
has four mounting screws (see the right figure in Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3 Sheet metal mounting brackets
2.4 Determining the Installation Position
When determining the AP installation position, comply with the following rules:
lTry to reduce the number of obstacles, such as walls, between the AP and user terminals.
lInstall the AP away from electronic devices that can cause radio interference, such as the
microwave oven.
lInstall the AP in a hidden position that does not affect daily lives and work of residents.
lInstall the AP in a site that is free from leaking or dripping water, heavy dew, and humidity,
and take protective measures to prevent water from flowing into the equipment along the
cable.
Indoor APs are usually mounted on a wall or ceiling using sheet metal mounting brackets. The
installation position is determined by the site survey. There must be at least 200 mm clearance
between the cabling end of the AP and the wall. Figure 2-4 shows space requirements.
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Figure 2-4 Mounting an AP
2.5 Installing the AP
All cables of the AP5030DN and AP5130DN, including network cables, power supply cables,
and console cables are routed towards the same direction. Before installing an AP on the
mounting bracket, connect cables to the AP first. Figure 2-5 shows cable deployment and AP
installation.
Figure 2-5 Cable deployment and AP installation
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NOTE
l The AP5030DN and AP5130DN must have cables connected first before installation. Except the two
models, the procedures for installing the other models of indoor APs are the same unless otherwise
stated. The following figures use the AP7110DN-AGN as an example.
l Remove the protective film on the AP surface before installation to prevent electrostatic discharge.
2.5.1 Wall Mounting
Mounting APs on a wall requires sheet metal mounting brackets and expansion screws. The
procedures are as follows:
1.Fix the mounting bracket to the wall, adjust the installation position, and use the marker to
mark the drilling positions where expansion screws are installed.
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2.Use a 6 mm drill bit to drill 25 mm to 30 mm deep holes in the drilling positions. Hammer
the expansion tubes into the holes until the expansion tubes are completely embedded into
the wall.
3.Fix the mounting bracket to the wall and use the Phillips screwdriver to fasten three
expansion screws into the expansion tubes.
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4.Align the mounting holes at the rear of the AP with the mounting screws on the mounting
bracket and hang the AP on the bracket. Press the AP downwards to secure the AP on the
wall.
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The AP5030DN and AP5130DN use a different type of sheet metal mounting bracket than other APs.
When installing an AP5030DN or AP5130DN, align the mounting screws at the rear of the AP with the
mounting holes on the sheet metal mounting bracket and then press the AP downwards to secure the AP
on the bracket.
2.5.2 Ceiling Mounting
1.Fix a locking clip at the rear of the AP with two M3x6 screws. The locking clip prevents
the AP hung on the mounting bracket from swaying.
Only the AP6310SN-GN and AP7110 series require the locking clip during their installation.
2.Remove a ceiling tile, determine locations of mounting holes based on the distance between
two installation holes on the mounting bracket, use a hammer drill to drill holes on the
ceiling tile, and fix the mounting bracket to the ceiling tile.
NOTE
NOTE
1. M3x6 screw
2. Locking clip
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1. Ceiling tile2. Adjustable buckle3. M4x30 screw
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The screws provided for ceiling-mounting of APs are 30 mm long and can be used to fix
an AP on a ceiling not thicker than 15 mm. To install APs on thicker ceilings, you need to
purchase longer screws.
3.Hang the AP on the mounting screws by aligning the mounting holes at the rear of the AP
with the mounting screws on the bracket and push the AP horizontally to secure the AP.
NOTE
l Ensure that the AP is correctly installed on the mounting bracket and there must be 200 mm space
above and around the AP for maintenance.
l The AP5030DN and AP5130DN use a different type of sheet metal mounting bracket than other APs.
When installing an AP5030DN or AP5130DN, align the mounting screws at the rear of the AP with
the mounting holes on the sheet metal mounting bracket and then press the AP downwards to secure
the AP on the bracket.
2.5.3 T-rail Mounting
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1.Fix a locking clip at the rear of the AP with two M3x6 screws. For installation methods,
see step 1 in Ceiling Mounting.