SMC Networks SMC2890W, SMC2891W User Manual
INSTALLATION
GUIDE
802.11a/b/g/n Outdoor
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
SMC2890W-AN, SMC2891W-AN
Outdoor Access Point
Installation Guide
No. 1, Creation Road III,
Hsinchu Science Park,
30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886 3 5638888
Fax: +886 3 6686111
July 2013
Pub. # 149100000208A
E072013-CS-R02
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Copyright © 2013 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
No. 1 Creation Road III,
Hsinchu Science Park,
30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.
All rights reserved
Trademarks:
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Warranty and Product Registration
To register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement, please
refer to the Support Section of the SMC Website at http://www.smc.com.
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How to Use This Guide
This guide includes detailed information on the Access Point (AP) hardware,
including network ports, power, cabling requirements, as well as plug-in
transceivers. This guide also provides general installation guidelines and
recommended procedures. To deploy this AP effectively and ensure trouble-free
operation, you should first read the relevant sections in this guide so that you are
familiar with all its hardware components.
Who Should Read This
Guide?
How This Guide is
Organized
This guide is for network administrators and support personnel that install, operate
and maintain network equipment. The guide assumes a basic working knowledge
of LANs (Local Area Networks) and can be read by those that are new to network
equipment, or those with more experience.
This organization of this guide is based on the AP’s main hardware components.
Each chapter includes information about a specific component with relevant
specifications and installation procedures. An AP overview section is also provided.
For Users New to APs
read all chapters in this guide before installing the AP.
For Experienced Users
network APs, Chapters 1 and 2 provide you with enough information to install the
AP. Other chapters can be left for reference, when needed.
The guide includes these chapters:
◆ Chapter 1 - Access Point Overview — Includes an AP overview, key component
identification, and key technical specifications.
◆ Chapter 2 - Installation Overview — Includes information on the package
contents, system configuration, and an outline of AP installation tasks.
— If you are new to APs, it is recommended that you first
— If you are already familiar with installing and operating
◆ Chapter 3 - AP Chassis — Includes AP installaion for pole or wall, and external
antenna connection.
◆ Chapter 4 - Power and Grounding — Includes information on PoE power for the
unit, AP grounding, and powering on the AP.
◆ Chapter 5 - Network Connections — Includes information on network
interfaces, installing optional transceivers, and cabling specifications.
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How to Use This Guide
◆ Chapter 6 - AP Management — Connecting to the AP for management and
information on the system status LEDs.
◆ Appendix A - Troubleshooting — Information for troubleshooting AP
installation and operation.
Related
Documentation
This guide focuses on AP hardware and installation, it does not cover software
configuration of the AP. For specific information on how to operate and use the
management functions of the AP, see the following guide:
Management Guide
For all safety information and regulatory statements, see the following documents:
Quick Start Guide
Safety and Regulatory Information
Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information:
Note:
Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features
or instructions.
Caution:
the system or equipment.
Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage
War ning:
Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.
Revision History This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.
July 2013 Revision
This is the second revision of this guide. It includes the following change:
◆ Added information on antenna placement.
◆ Added information on using the antenna connector covers.
January 2013 Revision
This is the first revision of this guide.
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Contents
Warranty and Product Registration 4
How to Use This Guide 5
Contents 7
Figures 9
Tables 10
1 Access Point Overview 11
Hardware Description 11
Key Hardware Components 12
Key Technical Specifications 15
2 Installation Overview 16
Package Contents 16
System Configuration 17
AP Installation Tasks 18
3 AP Chassis 23
General Installation Guidelines 23
Antenna Position 23
Ethernet Cabling 24
Radio Interference 24
Weather Conditions 24
How to Mount the Unit 25
How to Pole Mount 25
How to Connect External Antennas 27
How to Align Antennas 28
4 Power and Grounding 31
Power Injector Module 31
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Contents
How to Ground the Unit 33
How to Install the Power Injector 34
5 Network Connections 37
Understanding the Network Status LEDs 38
How to Connect to Radio Interfaces 38
How to Connect to the RJ-45 Port 39
Copper Cabling Guidelines 39
10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments 39
1000BASE-T Pin Assignments 40
Connection Procedure 41
Grounding the Ethernet Cable 43
6 AP Management 45
Understanding the System Status LEDs 46
How to Connect to the Console Port 47
A Troubleshooting 49
Diagnosing LED Indicators 49
System Self-Diagnostic Test Failure 49
Power Problems 49
Installation 50
Wireless Connection Problems 50
In-Band Access 50
Out-of-Band Access 51
Reset the Access Point 51
Index 52
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Figures
Figure 1: SMC2891W-AN Outdoor Access Point 11
Figure 2: Bottom Panel View 12
Figure 3: Top Panel View (SMC2891W-AN) 13
Figure 4: Power Injector Module 14
Figure 5: System Configuration 17
Figure 6: Installing the AP on a Pole 18
Figure 7: Making a Connection to the RJ-45 Port 19
Figure 8: Connecting AC Power 20
Figure 9: System LEDs 20
Figure 10: Console Port 21
Figure 11: Attach Bracket to Pole 25
Figure 12: Attach Bracket to AP 26
Figure 13: Mount the AP on the Pole 26
Figure 14: Antenna Connector Covers 27
Figure 15: Connect External Antennas 28
Figure 16: PoE Power Injector 31
Figure 17: Ground Wire Connection 33
Figure 18: Connecting the Power Injector 34
Figure 19: Network Status LEDs 38
Figure 20: RJ-45 Connector 39
Figure 21: Waterproof RJ-45 Port Cover 42
Figure 22: Making a Connection to the RJ-45 Port 43
Figure 23: Outdoor-Rated Ethernet Cable Drain Wire 44
Figure 24: System Status LEDs 46
Figure 25: Console Port Connection 48
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Tables
Table 1: Key Technical Specifications 15
Table 2: Power Injector Module Specifications 32
Table 3: Power Injector Module Status LED 32
Table 4: Network Status LEDs 38
Table 5: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts 40
Table 6: 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts 41
Table 7: System Status LEDs 46
Table 8: Console Cable Wiring 47
Table 9: Troubleshooting Chart 49
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1 Access Point Overview
This chapter includes these sections:
◆ “Hardware Description” on page 11
◆ “Key Technical Specifications” on page 15
Hardware Description
The SMC2890W-AN/SMC2891W-AN outdoor access point (AP) is built with leadingedge technology to deliver reliable high-performance connectivity for your data
network.
The SMC2890W-AN/SMC2891W-AN is a dual-band IEEE 802.a/b/g/n AP that is
designed to deliver high-performance wireless services for clients or to provide
bridge links between remote LANs. Housed in a weatherproof enclosure for
mounting outdoors, the unit includes its own bracket for attaching to a pole, radio
mast, or tower structure. The unit is powered through its Ethernet cable connection
from a power injector module that is installed indoors.
In addition, the AP offers full network management capabilities through an easyto-use web interface, a command-line interface, and support for Simple Network
Management Protocol (SNMP) tools.
Figure 1: SMC2891W-AN Outdoor Access Point
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Chapter 1
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Hardware Description
| Access Point Overview
Key Hardware
Components
The SMC2890W-AN/SMC2891W-AN consists of serveral key harware components.
This manual describes each specific component, or related components, together
with their installation requirements and procedures in each chapter. To understand
each component in detail, refer to the relevant section.
Figure 2: Bottom Panel View
Built-in 5 GHz Antenna (SMC2891W-AN only) RJ-45 PoE Port
Console Port with Waterproof Cover Water-Tight Test Point (DO NOT REMOVE)
Back Panel System LEDs (Not Visible in Figure)
Built-in 5 GHz Antenna
The SMC2891W-AN AP includes an integrated 5 GHz antenna. For more
information, see “How to Align Antennas” on page 28.
Console Port
The port labeled “Console” provides an out-of-band serial connection to a terminal
or a PC running terminal emulation software. The port can be used for performing
unit monitoring and configuration. For more information, see “How to Connect to
the Console Port” on page 47.
RJ-45 PoE Port
The RJ-45 port labeled “PoE” provides a 1000BASE-T data and Power-over-Ethernet
(PoE) power connection to the unit. For more information, see “How to Connect to
the RJ-45 Port” on page 39.
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Chapter 1
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| Access Point Overview
Hardware Description
System LEDs
For information on system status LED indicators, see “Understanding the System
Status LEDs” on page 46.
Water-Tight Test Point
Caution:
Do not remove or loosen this screw. Doing so could lead to damage of
the unit.
Figure 3: Top Panel View (SMC2891W-AN)
External Antenna Connectors Pole/Wall Bracket Attachment Point
Ground Point
External Antenna Connectors
The SMC2890W-AN AP unit includes four external antenna connectors, two are for
the 2.4 GHz radio and two for the 5 GHz radio. The SMC2891W-AN AP unit includes
three external antenna connectors, two are for the 2.4 GHz radio and one for the
5 GHz radio (the unit also includes a built-in 5 GHz antenna). For more information,
see “How to Connect External Antennas” on page 27.
Ground Point
There is a ground point for grounding the AP chassis to earth. For more
information, see “How to Ground the Unit” on page 33.
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Chapter 1
Hardware Description
| Access Point Overview
Pole Mounting Bracket
The included Mounting Bracket Kit can be used to mount the unit on a 1.5 to 6 inch
diameter pole, or to part of a radio mast or tower structure. For more information,
see “How to Mount the Unit” on page 25.
Figure 4: Power Injector Module
Power Injector Module
The AP receives power through a PoE connection to its RJ-45 port. The PoE power is
supplied from a power injector module that is installed indoors. For information,
see “Power Injector Module” on page 31.
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Key Technical Specifications
The following table contains key system specifications for the AP.
Table 1: Key Technical Specifications
Item Specification
Ports One 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 port
Network Interface RJ-45 Port: 1000BASE-T, PoE (PD) with waterproof cover
Console Port RS-232, RJ-45 waterproof connector
2.4GHz Radio IEEE 802.11b/g/n
5 GHz Radio IEEE 802.11a/n
External Antennas 4 N-Type female connecters (50 Ohms), 2x2 MIMO for 2.4 and 5 GHz
Chapter 1
Key Technical Specifications
| Access Point Overview
Integrated Antenna
(SMC2891W-AN only)
Radio Frequencies 2400 ~ 2483.5 MHz
LEDs Power/System, Ethernet, 2.4GHz, 5GHz
PoE Input Power 38~57 VDC
Power Consumption 25.5 W maximum for IEEE 802.3at
Weight 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs), unit without bracket or external antennas
Size W x D x H: 195 x 190 x 74 mm (7.68 x 7.48 x 2.91 inches)
Temperature Operating: -10 °C to 60 °C (-14 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity Operating: 10% to 95% (non-condensing)
Wind Velocity Operational: 100 MPH (Miles per hour) / 44 mps
12 dBi @ 5 GHz, panel type, horizontal polarization
2412 ~ 2472 MHz
5745 ~ 5825 MHz (China)
5180 ~ 5320 MHz (ETSI)
5500 ~ 5700 MHz (ETSI)
12.95 W maximum for IEEE 802.3af
Storage: -20 °C to 70 °C (-4 °F to 158 °F)
Survival: 150 MPH / 66 mps
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2 Installation Overview
This chapter includes these sections:
◆ “Package Contents” on page 16
◆ “System Configuration” on page 17
◆ “AP Installation Tasks” on page 18
Package Contents
After unpacking the AP, check the contents to be sure you have received all the
components.
◆ SMC2890W-AN or SMC2891W-AN Outdoor Access Point
◆ Bracket Mounting Kit for pole mounting
◆ PoE Power Injector with power cord—either US, Continental Europe or UK
◆ Waterproof RJ-45 port cover
◆ Console cable (RJ-45 to DB-9)
◆ Quick Start Guide
◆ Regulatory and Safety Information
◆ Documentation CD — includes Installation Guide and Management Guide
Note that the following items are available options for the AP:
◆ (Optional) Two external 2.4 GHz antennas
◆ (Optional) One external 5 GHz antenna
◆ (Optional) One mounting kit for 5 GHz external antenna
◆ (Optional) 1.5 m low-loss 200 RF cable for 5 GHz external antenna
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System Configuration
Indoor Outdoor
LAN Switch
AC Power
Power
Injector
AP Unit
Ground Wire
Ethernet Cable
Ethernet
Cable
External Antenna
Chapter 2
| Installation Overview
System Configuration
At each location where a unit is installed it must be connected to the local network,
either by using the power injector module, or by a direct connection to an
IEEE 802.3at-compliant LAN switch.
The following figure illustrates the system component connections.
Figure 5: System Configuration
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