3Com AP9552 User manual

WIRELESS
DATA SHEET
OVERVIEW
Reliable, secure, high-speed IEEE 802.11n wireless
networking has just been made practical. These
innovative and cost-effective Power over Ethernet
(PoE) access points—compliant with 802.11n Draft
2.0— are suitable for businesses of all sizes and are
available in two configurations:
› the 3Com®AP9552 dual-radio access point has both
2.4 and 5 GHz 802.11n radios allowing it to support
simultaneous 2.4 GHz 11b/g/n and 5 GHz 11a/n wire-
less connections
This access point is powered using a single, standard
IEEE 802.3af PoE connection, eliminating the need for
proprietary PoE injectors or bulky and inefficient
external power supplies.
This access point support the latest, most effective
authentication techniques to thwart intruders and
simplify network management. Advanced network
security with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2™),
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) and IEEE 802.1X
authentication protect communication over the
wireless LAN and help ensure only authorized users
access the network.
High-level security and network management include
support for multiple SSIDs, IEEE 802.1Q VLANs, and
secure WDS bridging.
Advanced Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO)
technology provides enhanced wireless range.
Run in stand-alone mode or with one of 3Com's WX
3000 Series wireless controllers. When working in
conjunction with a wireless controller, get all the
features that high end enterprise customers are
looking for. The wireless controller provides auto-
configuration of channels and power levels,
redundancy, quality of service (QoS) in a roaming
environment, layer 2/layer 3 roaming and enhanced
authentication and security features that surpass
those of stand-alone wireless networks.
KEY BENEFITS
ENABLING WIRELESS FREEDOM
Take advantage of the freedom of high-speed
networking without wires with the Wi-Fi®CERTIFIED™
3Com AP9552 access points. Wireless LANs (WLANS)
cost-effectively extend secure mobile access to
employees, contractors and guests, creating a more
flexible environment that supports workgroup
collaboration and mobile applications such as wireless
VoIP, scanners and other handheld IP technology.
SUPPORTS COMPLETE IEEE 802.11 STANDARDS
The 3Com AP 9552 supports all IEEE 802.11 2.4 and
5 GHz networking standards—11a, 11b, 11g and 11n
Draft 2.0.
3COM AP9552 11N
2.4+5GHZ PoE
ACCESS POINT
Secure and reliable, high-speed 11n wireless
connectivity in a cost-effective PoE access
point with advanced business-class features

PROVIDES DEPLOYMENT FLEXIBILITY WITH
POWER PROVISIONING OPTIONS
PoE provides flexible installation options. Powering
the APs with standard IEEE 802.3af PoE makes it
easier than ever to overcome installation problems by
eliminating the need for an AC power plug at each AP.
Any 3Com PoE switch or other 802.3af-compliant PoE
product supplies both power and data to the access
point through the same Category 5 or 6 Ethernet
cable, useful and more economical in hard-to-wire
locations.
SECURES AND PROTECTS WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS
3Com offers one of the most robust suites of
standards-based security on the market today. To
protect wireless data, WPA2 with 128-bit AES
encryption provides the latest, toughest standards-
based security; WEP encryption is also supported for
legacy clients.
To protect against unauthorized network access, the
access points support IEEE 802.1X authentication and
authorization through backend RADIUS servers using
EAP-TLS, PEAP and EAP-TTLS. MAC address access
control and peer-to-peer client restrictions provide
further security options.
PROVIDES SECURE ACCESS CONTROL
Configure up to four SSIDs per radio with different
security profiles for different groups of users. IEEE
802.1Q-compliant VLAN support works with the
multiple SSID feature to protect company confidential
files from those who should not have access, such as
guest workers.
SOLVES COMPLEX CONNECTIVITY PROBLEMS
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) bridging solves
complex wireless connectivity problems. The access
point supports both point-to-point and point-to-
multipoint WDS links for flexible network deployment
across floors or between nearby buildings.
HIGH PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILE
Desktop or notebook users can wirelessly access
network resources and applications at 802.11n Draft
2.0 speeds, ideal for multimedia applications. A host of
features and MIMO technology ensure reliable wireless
connectivity and excellent range and throughput. Wi-Fi
certification helps ensure interoperability with other
vendors.
3Com backs each product with global sales, service
and support along with technology, financial and
operational strength.
SIMPLIFIED SET UP; USE RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX
Setup and operation are designed for easy
deployment. In addition to SSID and VLAN
configuration flexibility, the AP discovery utility and
Web interface simplify secure setup. Preset defaults
get you up and running quickly.
BACKWARD COMPATIBILITY
The AP 9552 is compatible with existing IEEE 802.11a, b
and g networks.
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KEY BENEFITS (continued)

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
FLEXIBLE HIGH-SPEED CONNECTIVITY
Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Advanced MIMO technology provides enhanced wireless range
(MIMO) and coverage area for improved roaming and ubiquity
Internal antennas Three built-in antennas per radio allow a compact and aesthetic design that is ideal for
wall-mounting in professional office spaces
Support for external antennas Three R-SMA connectors allow you to add optional external antennas for increased range
in bridging applications
WiFi Multimedia (WMM®) support Improves the user experience for audio, video and voice applications
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED a/b/g/n certification helps ensure interoperability with Wi-Fi certified products from other
vendors
High-speed 802.11 standards support Support for 802.11n Draft 2.0 provides the highest possible wireless speeds Provides
complete access to 2.4 and 5 GHz IEEE 802.11a/b/g and 802.11n Draft 2.0 wireless
networks
Backward compatible with 11a/b/g users Supports high speeds while protecting existing investments
ROBUST SECURITY FEATURES
IEEE 802.1X network access control IEEE 802.1X network access control and EAP authentication provide the latest, most
effective authentication techniques to help thwart intruders and simplify network
management
WPA2/WPA™(Wi-Fi Protected Access) Supports advanced 128-bit WPA/WPA2 encryption, and 40-/64- and 128-bit WEP
and WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption for legacy wireless clients
Multiple SSID support with Create SSIDs with specific settings for each group of wireless users to
SSID isolation segment traffic; SSIDs can be bridged together or isolated
MAC address access control Filters MAC addresses on devices so that only trusted clients gain access to the WLAN
802.1Q VLAN support Groups users according to data or traffic requirements to segment traffic flow based on
business priorities.
INSTALLATION AND MANAGEMENT EASE
Web browser-based administration Familiar browser interface lets you configure and manage APs from anywhere on the
network; preset defaults simplify setup and operation
Access point discovery utility Automatically discovers AP devices to simplify configuration and management (PCs with
Windows based operating systems only).
PoE support Expands installation options by eliminating the need for power adapters and AC outlets
for APs
WDS bridging Access points can function as bridges to join LAN segments and support point-to-point or
point-to-multipoint configuration modes
SNMP support Enables the AP to be centrally managed by popular standards-based network
management applications using SNMP v1 and v2c
Syslog support Enables the access point to be centrally monitored by sending data to the network Syslog
server
Multiple mounting options The access point can be mounted in any of three convenient manners: wall-mount,
desktop mount or ceiling mount

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PoE SUPPORT
Choose from several power options to match your
installation needs. First, the PoE access point can be
powered with any standard 802.3af PoE injector such
as 3CNJPSE-GIG. Note that the PoE injector should
support gigabit links for maximum performance.
Non-PoE switch
3Com 802.3af
Gigabit PoE Injector
Ethernet Data
Ethernet Data
and Power
3Com
®
AP9552
Access Point
The access point can also be powered using an
802.3af-compliant PoE Gigabit switch. The switch
provides both data and power through the Ethernet
cable.
Data and power
Ethernet
3Com
®
AP9552
Access Point
BaselineSwitch2924-PWRPlus
3CBLSG24PWR
3Com Baseline Switch
2924-PWR Plus
The Midspan solution distributes power to the PoE
access point over existing switch connections,
seamlessly extending network connectivity into hard-
to-wire locations.
Data and power Data only
Gigabit Ethernet switch
Gigabit Power over Ethernet
Multiport Midspan Solution
3Com AP9552
Access Point

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MULTIPLE SSID SUPPORT
Multiple SSID support enables many flexible
configurations, including supporting multi-generation
clients simultaneously—without losing the
performance available for 11n clients or those with
lower levels of security such as legacy WEP devices.
3Com
®
AP9552
Access Point
WPA2 clients
SSID1 = WPA2
Legacy WEP clients
SSID2 = WEP
MULTIPLE SSID AND VLAN SUPPORT
With a 3Com Access Point, a single Ethernet link
supports multiple VLAN traffic tunnels. Easily
segment users that need priority access or different
levels of security.
WPA2 clients
Legacy WEP clients
SSID1
SSID1 = VLAN1
SSID2 = VLAN2
VLAN1
VLAN1
VLAN2
SSID1 SSID2
SSID2
3Com
®
Baseline Switch
2924-PWR Plus
Wired desktops
VLAN2
Wired desktops
3Com AP9552
Access Point
BaselineSwitch2924-PWRPlus
3CBLSG24PWR

63COM AP9552 11N 2.4+5GHZ PoE ACCESS POINT
Wired desktops
Wired desktops
WDS
3Com AP9552
Access Point
3Com AP9552
Access Point
3CDSG10PWROfficeConnectManagedGigabitPoESwitch
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
ManagedGigabit
PoE Switch
3CDSG10PWROfficeConnectManagedGigabitPoESwitch
3Com
OfficeConnect
ManagedGigabit
PoE Switch
POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT WDS LINK
A 3Com Access Point can function as a wireless bridge
in either point-to-point (PTP) or point-to-multipoint
(PTMP) modes for installation flexibility.
Wired desktops
Wired desktops
WDS
WDS
Wired desktops
3Com AP9552
Access Point
3Com AP9552
Access Point
3Com
®
OfficeConnect
®
Managed Gigabit
PoE Switch
3CDSG10PWROfficeConnectManagedGigabitPoESwitch
3Com
OfficeConnect
Managed Gigabit
PoE Switch
3CDSG10PWROfficeConnectManagedGigabitPoESwitch
3Com AP9552
Access Point
3CDSG10PWROfficeConnectManagedGigabitPoESwitch
3Com
OfficeConnect
ManagedGigabit
PoE Switch
POINT-TO-POINT WDS LINK
The 3Com Access Point connects wired LANs with a
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) link. The APs act
as wireless bridges, forwarding traffic between LANs.

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SPECIFICATIONS
MEDIA INTERFACES
IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n draft 2.0
1 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T port with IEEE 802.3af PoE,
auto-negotiating RJ-45 console port
DATA RATES
802.11a
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbps
802.11g
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbps
802.11b
11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbps
802.11n
MCS 0 to 15 for HT20MHz, 6.5-130 Mbps
MCS 0 to 15 for HT40MHz, 13.5-270 Mbps
FREQUENCY BAND
802.11a: 5.15-5.85 GHz
802.11b/g: 2.4-2.484 GHz
802.11n: 2.4-2.484 GHz, and 5.15-5.85 GHz
OPERATING CHANNELS:
Channel availability depends on local country regulations. Wireless LAN
system administrator must choose correct country of operation. Channels
are then automatically configured to comply with specified country regulations.
MODULATION TECHNIQUE
802.11b: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
802.11a/g/n: OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) and
DSSS
MEDIA ACCESS PROTOCOL
CSMA/CA with ACK
OPERATING VOLTAGE
PoE: 48V DC
POWER CONSUMPTION
10.0 watts of PoE power with both radios active
STANDARDS CONFORMANCE
IEEE 802.1X, 802.3ab, 802.3af, 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11d,
802.11g, 802.11n Draft 2.0
WMM, WPA2/WPA, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
ANTENNA
3 internal per radio; 2T x 3R
Optional external antennas also available
SECURITY
WPA2- Enterprise
WPA2- Personal
WPA- Personal
WPA- Enterprise
AES/TKIP
WEP 64-/128-bit encryption
IEEE 802.1X EAP types:
EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP
MANAGEMENT
SNMP v1, v2 and v3
Remote management with Web browser over HTTP
Command line interface over Telnet
Access point discovery utility
LEDS
Power, LAN, 2.4 GHz radio, 5 GHz radio
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Length: 19.7cm (7.8 in)
Width: 19.7cm (7.8 in)
Height: 4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Weight: 1 kg (2.2 lb)
REGULATORY/AGENCY APPROVALS
Safety
UL/CSA 60950-1
EN/IEC 60950-1
Radio
FCC Part 15.247
RSS-210
EN 300 328 v1.7.1
EMC
FCC Part 15 Subpart B
EN 301 489-17
SAR
FCC Guideline for Human
Exposure IEEE C95.1
EN 50392
ENVIRONMENTAL RANGES
Operating temperature: -10 to 40°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage temperature: -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)
Humidity: 10 to 95% non-condensing
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Computer with an Ethernet interface configured for Internet communication
Operating system that supports an Ethernet connection with an IP stack
PACKAGE CONTENTS
3Com 11n PoE Access Point
Wall/desktop & Ceiling Mount
Screw kit
Quick Install Guide
WARRANTY AND OTHER SERVICES
One Year Limited Hardware Warranty
Limited Software Warranty for 90 days
90 days of telephone technical support
Refer to www.3com.com/warranty for details.

3Com AP9552 11n 2.4+5GHz PoE Access Point WL-605 3CRWE955275
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
3Com 802.3af Gigabit PoE Injector 3CNJPSE-GIG
Optional Wireless Unified Controllers
3Com WX 3008 Wireless Controller 3CRUWX300875
3Com WX 3010 Wireless Controller 3CRUWX301075
3Com WX 3024 Wireless Controller 3CRUWX302475
OPTIONAL ANTENNAS
3Com 2dBi Dual-Band Omni Antenna Kit 3CWE590
3Com 6/8dBi Dual-Band Omni Antenna 3CWE591
3Com 18/20dBi Dual-Band Panel Antenna 3CWE596
3Com 8/10dBi Dual-Band Panel Antenna 3CWE598
OPTIONAL ANTENNA CABLES
3Com Ultra Low Loss 6 Foot Antenna Cable 3CWE580
3Com Ultra Low Loss 20-Foot Antenna Cable 3CWE581
3Com Ultra Low Loss 50-Foot Antenna Cable 3CWE582
3Com R-SMA to SMA 6” Antenna Cable 3CWE586
3COM GLOBAL SERVICES
3Com Wireless LAN Site Survey, Network Health Check,
Installation Services and ExpressSM
Maintenance www.3com.com/services_quote
3Com University Courses www.3com.com/3comu
For additional information, please visit www.3com.com
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Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and WMM are registered trademarks, and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, WPA, and WPA2, are trademarks, of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other company
and product names may be trademarks of their respective companies. Wireless speed and performance depend on number of users, physical conditions, and other
electronic devices in the area. While every effort is made to ensure the information given is accurate, 3Com does not accept liability for any errors or mistakes which
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