Ruckus Wireless ZF7372 User Manual

ZoneFlex 7352/7372 802.11n

Multimedia Wi-Fi Access Point

Quick Setup Guide

This Quick Setup Guide provides step-by-step instructions
on how to set up your Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex Access
Point. After completing the steps described in this Guide,
you will be able to place the Access Point (AP) at your site
and provide wireless network access to users.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before deploying Ruckus Wireless products, please check for
the latest software and the release documentation.

• User Guides and Release Notes are available at

http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents.

• Software Upgrades are available at

http://support.ruckuswireless.com/software.

• Open Source information is available at

http://opensource.ruckuswireless.com.

• Software License and Limited Warranty available at

http://support.ruckuswireless.com/warranty.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• ZoneFlex 7352/7372 Access Point

• Mounting screws and anchors (2)

• Security screw

• Regulatory flyer

•This Quick Setup Guide

SETUP REQUIREMENTS

• A computer running Windows 7 (procedures for other OS’s
are similar)

• One or more of the following:

• A modem (DSL or cable), broadband router, or other

device provided by your Internet Service Provider
that brings Internet access to your site.

• A network switch or a DSL/Internet gateway device.

• Two Ethernet cables (Cat5e or better for PoE in)

• An AC power adapter (sold separately), or

• An 802.3af or 802.3at -compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE)
switch or PoE injector

IMPORTANT!

If the AP is deployed with a ZoneDirector, follow the
ZoneDirector Quick Setup Guide, and connect the AP to your
local network.

STEP 1: CONNECT THE AP TO YOUR COMPUTER

1 After removing your Ruckus Wireless AP from its package,

place it next to your computer.

2 Using an Ethernet cable, connect your computer’s network

port to the 10/100/1000 port on the AP.

3 Using the AC adapter (sold separately), connect the AP to a

convenient (and protected) power source.

• Alternatively, connect the 10/100/1000 port to a PoE

injector or PoE switch for both power and network
connectivity.

4

Verify that the Power LED on the external enclosure is a
steady green.

STEP 2: PREPARE YOUR COMPUTER FOR AP

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NOTE:

The following procedures assume Windows 7 as the operating
system. Procedures for other OS’s are similar.

1 On your Windows 7 computer, configure your network

adapter from the Local Area Connection settings as follows:

• Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing
Center > Change Adapter Settings

2 Edit the TCP/IPv4 address settings as follows:

• Local Area Connection > Properties > Internet
Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) > Properties

The TCP/IPv4 Properties dialog box appears.

IMPORTANT!

Write down all of the currently active settings so you can
restore your computer to its current configuration later (when
this process is complete).

3

Select Use the following IP address (if it is not already
selected) and then make the following entries:

• IP address: 192.168.0.22 (or any address in the

192.168.0.x network)

•

Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

•

Default gateway: 192.168.0.1

Leave the

Click OK to save your changes.

4

Your changes are put into effect immediately.

DNS server fields empty.

STEP 3: LOG INTO THE AP

As specified earlier, the AP should be directly connected to
your computer (through the Ethernet port) and powered on,
ready for setup.

1

On your computer, open a Web browser window.

2 In the browser, type this URL to connect to the AP:

https://192.168.0.1

3 Press <Enter> to initiate the connection. When a security

alert dialog box appears, click

4 When the Ruckus Wireless Admin login page appears, enter

the following:

• Username: super

•

Password: sp-admin

5

Click Login.

OK/Yes to proceed.

Copyright © 2012 Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

Published August 2012, Part Number 800-70415-001

Default AP Settings (For Your Reference)

Hold paperclip in
while mounting

Network Names
(SSIDs)

Security (Encryption
method)

Default Management
IP Address

Wireless1—Wireless8 (2.4GHz radio)
Wireless9—Wireless16 (5GHz radio,
ZoneFlex 7372 only)

Disabled for each wireless interface

192.168.0.1

STEP 4: CUSTOMIZE THE WIRELESS SETTINGS

1 On the Web interface menu, click Configuration > Wire-

less (Configuration > Radio 2.4G or Configuration > Radio

5G for the ZoneFlex 7372). The Configure :: Wireless :: Com­mon options appear.

2 Verify that the following options are active:

• Channel: SmartSelect

•

Country Code: If you are not located in the United

States, select your current country.

3

Click Update Settings if you made any changes.

4 Click any of the eight “Wireless #” tabs at the top of the

page.

5 In Wireless Availability, click Enabled.
6 Delete the text in the SSID field, and then type a name for

your network that will help your users identify the AP in their
wireless network connection application.

7 Click Update Settings to save your changes.
8 Repeat Steps 4-7 for each Wireless # interface that you want

to enable.

9 Click Logout to exit the Web interface.
10 Disconnect the AP from the computer and from the current

power source, and then restore your computer to its original
network connection configuration.

STEP 5: PLACE THE AP IN YOUR SITE

1 Move the AP to its permanent location (accessible to both

AC power and network connection).

2 Use an Ethernet cable to connect the 10/100/1000 port of

the AP to your network.

NOTE: If you will be using PoE, you will need a Cat5e (or

better) Ethernet cable to connect the AP to the PoE injec­tor or switch.

3 Connect the AC power adapter (or PoE power supply) to the

AP, then to a convenient power source.

4 Verify that the 10/100/1000 port LED is lit.

After a short pause to re-establish the Internet connection,
you can test the AP.

STEP 6: VERIFY THE INSTALLATION

1 Using any wireless-enabled computer or mobile device,

search for and select the wireless network you previously
configured.

2 If you can connect, open a browser and link to any public

Web site.

Congratulations! Your wireless network is active and ready
for use.

(OPTIONAL) MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

The ZoneFlex 7352/7372 can be mounted to a wall, ceiling or
to a T-bar using the supplied mounting screws or the T-bar
clips built into the bottom of the AP enclosure.

Mounting to a Flat Surface

1 Use this Quick Start Guide template to mark the locations

for screw holes on the mounting surface. Use a 5mm drill bit
to drill approximately 25mm into the mounting surface.

2 Insert the anchors and mounting screws into the mounting

surface, leaving approximately 1/4” (6 mm) of the screw
heads protruding for the AP enclosure.
The screws should be approximately 3.25” (82.6mm) apart
per the template.

3 Insert a straightened paperclip (or similar) into the hole on

the side of the AP (
nism.

Figure 1. Insert a paperclip into the pinhole

4 Place the AP onto the mounting screws so that the screw

heads enter the mounting holes on the AP enclosure, and
push the AP (to the left or down depending on orientation)
to lock in place.

Figure 1.), to release the locking mecha-

5 Remove the paperclip to release the lock mechanism and

secure the AP.

6 To unmount, insert a straightened paperclip into the hole on

the side of the AP to unlock, then push the AP (to the right
or up, depending on orientation) to release the AP enclosure
from the mounting screws.

Mounting to a T-Bar

1 Orient the AP so that the T-bar is positioned between the T-

bar clips as shown in
third T-bar clip catches the T-bar and the latch locks the T-bar
in place (

Figure 3.).

Figure 2., then rotate the AP until the

Figure 2.

Figure 3.

2 Insert the security screw into the hole near the latch to lock

in place.

3 To remove the unit, first remove the security screw, then

depress the latch while rotating the AP so that the T-bar clips
disengage the T-bar.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

You can now use the wireless network to log into the AP’s
Web interface. Use the Web interface to review and fine­tune a wide range of AP settings. For information on how to
configure the AP from the Web interface, refer to the Ruckus
Wireless ZoneFlex Indoor Access Point User Guide or the
Online Help, available from within the Web interface.

Copyright © 2012 Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

Published August 2012, Part Number 800-70415-001

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Federal Communications Commission Notices

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment that have not been approved by Ruckus Wireless may void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.

For Class B Equipment:
Note: 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. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, 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 into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For Class A Equipment:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Industry Canada 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.

Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal
(ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres
utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité
nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.

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.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux
deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile
satellite systems; the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz shall comply with the e.i.r.p.
limit; and the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5825 MHz shall comply with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point
and non point-to-point operation as appropriate.

Le dispositif de fonctionnement dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est réservé à une utilisation en intérieur pour réduire le risque d'interférences nuisibles
à la co-canal systèmes mobiles par satellite, le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé pour les appareils dans les bandes 5250-5350 MHz et 5470-5725
MHz doit se conformer à la pire limite, et le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé pour les appareils dans la bande 5725-5825 MHz doivent être conformes
avec le pire limites spécifiées à point-à-ponctuelles et non point-à-point de fonctionnement selon qu'il convient.

Operation in the 5600-5650 MHz band is not allowed in Canada. High-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands
5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

Opération dans la bande 5600-5650 MHz n'est pas autorisée au Canada. Haute puissance radars sont désignés comme utilisateurs principaux (c.-à­utilisateurs prioritaires) des bandes 5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer des interférences et / ou des dommages à
dispositifs LAN-EL.

Radiation Exposure Statement

The device has been found to be compliant to the requirements set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091 and Industry Canada RSS-102 for an
uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Le dispositif a été jugé conforme aux exigences énoncées dans les articles 47 CFR 2.1091 et Industrie Canada RSS-102 pour un environnement non
contrôlé. L'antenne (s) utilisée pour ce transmetteur doit être installé pour fournir une distance de séparation d'au moins 20 cm de toutes les
personnes et ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionner en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou transmetteur.

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Professionally Installed Products

The product is to be installed according to the installation instructions. The Use/Operator does not have access to the device once the device is
installed and in use. Provisions for permanent grounding is provided

1. Installation personal: This product is designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a qualified personal who has RF and related rule
knowledge. The general user shall not attempt to install or change the setting.

2. Installation location: The product shall be installed at a location where the radiating antenna can be kept 20 cm from nearby person in normal
operation condition to meet regulatory RF exposure requirement. Additionally, installation locations with 35km of Terminal Doppler Weather Radar
locations shall follow instructions below.

3. External antenna: Use only the antennas which have been approved by Ruckus Wireless. The non-approved antenna(s) may produce unwanted
spurious or excessive RF transmitting power which may lead to the violation of FCC limit and is prohibited.

4. Installation procedure: Please refer to user’s manual for the detail.

5. Warning: Please carefully select the installation position and make sure that the final output power does not exceed the limit set force in US Rule
CFR 47 part 15 section

6. 15.247 & 15.407. The violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty.

External Antenna Notice

This radio transmitter has been approved by the FCC and Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum
permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than
the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro de certification ou son numéro de modèle s'il fait partie du matériel de catégorie I) a
été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et
l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal
indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.

ZF7762, ZF7762-S, ZF7762-T, ZF7762-AC, ZF7762-S-AC: This device has been designed to operate with an omni-directional antenna having
maximum gain of 6dBi or a patch antenna having a maximum gain of 23 dBi. Other antenna types or having greater gain are strictly prohibited for use
with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

ZoneFlex 7782, ZoneFlex 7782-S, ZoneFlex 7782-N, ZoneFlex 7782-E: This device has been designed to operate with an omni-directional antenna
having maximum gain of 5.5dBi, Sector antenna’s with a maximum gain of 12dBi, or a patch antenna having a maximum gain of 24 dBi. Other
antenna types or having greater gain are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

Products intended to be powered by an external power supply:

Caution –This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked Class 2 or LPS (sub-clause 2.5 of standard EN 60950-

1). Available Ruckus power supplies intended for product operation are identified in the product datasheet. The last two digits of the power supply

part number represent the country code. For additional applicable power supplies/options, see user instructions and product datasheet.

Australia Statement

This device complies with the ACMA requirements for a Wi-Fi device namely Radio Communications (Low Impact Potential Devices) Class Licence
2000 Amd. 1:2007 and Radiocommunications (Compliance Labelling – Electromagnetic Radiation) Notice 2003. The equipment complies with the
ACMA requirements for radiation exposure for a "general user/non-aware user". This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum
distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This equipment complies with the Australian safety requirements and should only used with
the specified power adapter according to the product datasheet.

Brazil Statement

For Brazil, those products are designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a qualified personal who has RF and related rule
knowledge. Regarding the operation on range of 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz , the average output power of the equipments must be adjusted to the
maximum limit of - 0,48 dBm and for 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, the average output power of the equipments must be adjusted to the maximum limit of
6,44 dBm

Para o Brasil, esses produtos são projetados para aplicações específicas e necessidades a serem instalados por um pessoal qualificado que tenha
conhecimento regra RF e afins.Em relação à operação em série de 5150 MHz a 5350 MHz, a potência média de saída dos equipamentos deve ser
ajustado para o limite máximo de - 0,48 dBm e para 5470 MHz a 5725 MHz, a potência média de saída dos equipamentos deve ser ajustada ao limite
máximo de 6,44 dBm

Taiwan Statement

本產品為5.25-5.35 GHz頻帶內操作之UNII設備, 僅限於室內使用 The frequency band 5250 – 5350 MHz is restricted to indoor use.

經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依
電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾.

The control, adjustment and on/off operation of this device does not violate the “Administrative regulations on low power radio waves radiated
devices”. Any adjustments to the device should be carried out or be monitored by a specialist who has expertise on radio frequency devices.
Replacement of components which may lead to the violation to the regulations is not allowed. Without permission granted by the NCC, any company,
enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as performance to an
approved low power radio-frequency devices. The low power radio-frequency device shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with legal
communications; if found, the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio
communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act. The low power radio-frequency devices must not be susceptible with the
interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.