Alcatel OAW-AP80M User manual

Alcatel
OAW-AP80M
Access Point
Installation Guide

ii Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point 031983-00
Installation Guide February 2006
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Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Additional Items—Supplied Separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Alcatel AP Setup Process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 3 AP Deployment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Mounting the OAW-AP80M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Mounting the AP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Pole-Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Mount and Connect External Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting the AP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting the Ground Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connect Ethernet Cable to the AP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connect External Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connect the Power Injector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Orient the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 4 Provisioning Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Alcatel Discovery Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
AP Provisioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Provisioning the Master AP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Appendix A Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessing the AP Support Prompt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Telnet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
AP Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Access Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
User Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Privileged Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Appendix B Port Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Eight-Pin DIN Ethernet Connector Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Eight-Pin DIN to RJ-45 Cable Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Power over Ethernet Injector Module 10/100BASE-TX Pin
Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Appendix C Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ethernet Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Power Over Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Korea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
OAW-AP80M Detachable Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Proper Disposal of Alcatel Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Related Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Contacting Alcatel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Getting Started 1
Before installing your OAW-AP80M Access Point, please ensure you have the
following:
Package Checklist
One Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point
One Wall/Pole Mount Hardware Kit
One Installation Guide (this document)
One Auto-sensing 110/240VAC to 48VDC Power over Ethernet Injector
suitable for use with Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point (indoor use only)
One outdoor Ethernet cable—50 meters (164 feet) 8-pin DIN to 10/100Base-T
RJ-45
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to
repack the product in case there is a need to return it.
NOTE:The Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point requires external antennas, which
are sold separately. (See Table C-4, “Detachable Antennas,” on page 43
for a list of antennas.)
CAUTION:Alcatel Access Points are radio transmission devices and as such are subject to
governmental regulations. Alcatel Access Points are sold through authorized,
non-retail, distribution channels and are required to be deployed by a
Professional Installer / Qualified Network Administrator. The professional installer
responsible for the configuration and operation of Access Points must ensure the
installation complies with local regulations, frequencies, channels, and output
power.

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Additional Items—Supplied Separately
The following items are available for use with the OAW-AP80M and are sold
separately:
Detachable antenna (required)
See Table C-4, “Detachable Antennas,” on page 43.
Antenna Interface Lightning Arrester Hardware (such as part number
AP-LAR-1)
(Required for warranty) The lightning surge arrester for the OAW-AP80M
Access Point is a single, in-line lightning arrester with N-type Male to N-type
Female interface. Supports RF frequency pass through of 2Ghz – 6Ghz.
Antenna extension cable—3 meter (10 foot) long, low-loss LMR 400 antenna
extension cable (part number AP-CBL-1) for use with OAW-AP80M Access
Points. Includes OAW-AP80M N-Type Female interface to N-Type Male on
antenna interface.
Check with your Alcatel sales representative for the availability of optional items.

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Overview
The Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point is part of a comprehensive wireless
network solution. The device works in conjunction with the OmniAccess WLAN
Switch and can act as a wireless access point or air monitor.
As a wireless Access Point (AP), the Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point provides
transparent, secure, high-speed data communications between wireless network
devices (fixed, portable, or mobile computers with IEEE 802.11a (country
regulatory domain permitting) or IEEE 802.11b/g wireless adapters) and the wired
LAN.
As a wireless Air Monitor (AM), a feature unique to OmniAccess products, the
Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point enhances wireless networks by collecting
statistics, monitoring traffic, detecting intrusions, enforcing security policies,
balancing wireless traffic load, self-healing coverage gaps, and more.
NOTE—Installing the OAW-AP80M requires setting the antenna gain, which
requires professional training. The OAW-AP80M installer must be trained
to perform this configuration.

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Front View
5 GHz External Antenna Interface (5 GHz, N-Type, female)
2.4 GHz External Antenna Interface (2.4 GHz, N-Type, female)
2
1
2.4 GHz N-type Female
external antenna connector
5 GHz N-type Female
external antenna connector
3
Ethernet Interface
Grounding point screw
4
RSSI connector
(Unused)
5
1
2

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Fast Ethernet Interface Port
The wireless Access Point has one 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 8-pin DIN port that
connects to the power injector module using the included Ethernet cable. The
Ethernet port connection provides power to the wireless Access Point as well as
a data link to the local network.
The wireless Access Point appears as an Ethernet node and performs a bridging
function by moving packets from the wired LAN to the remote end of the wireless
Access Point link.
NOTE—The power injector module does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE)
based on the IEEE 802.3af standard. The wireless Access Point unit must
always be powered on by being connected to the power injector module.
RSSI Connector
Not used.
Grounding Screw
Even though the wireless Access Point includes its own built-in lightning
protection, it is important that the unit is properly connected to ground. A
grounding screw is provided for attaching a ground wire to the unit.
NOTE—The OAW-AP80M requires lightening protection. Alcatel recommends the
use of lightening arresters. Failure to provide protection from lightening
strikes will void the warranty for this product.
See “Product Specifications” for port and cable specifications.
3
4
5
WARNING:Do not work on the OAW-AP80M or connect or disconnect
cables during periods of lightening activity.

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Rear View
Mounting bolts (4)
Vertical mounting indicator
Horizontal mounting indicator
See “Product Specifications” for port and cable specifications.
Mounting
vertical
indicator
Mounting
horizontal
indicator
Mounting
bolts

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The Alcatel AP Setup Process
Setting up an Alcatel AP typically consists of four stages:
1. WLAN Planning—The administrator determines how many Alcatel APs will be
needed for their wireless network strategy and where they will be deployed.
This can be easily accomplished using Alcatel’s automated RF Plan
site-survey software (available separately).
2. AP Provisioning—Provisioning provides each Alcatel AP with initial settings
that allow it to locate the host OmniAccess WLAN Switch. Depending on the
network topology and services, AP provisioning can be performed manually
for each AP or plug-and-play for batches of APs.
AP provisioning is discussed in “AP Provisioning”.
3. AP Deployment—Once provisioned, each AP can be physically installed at its
intended place of operation.
AP deployment is covered in “Mounting the OAW-AP80M”.
4. AP Configuration—The administrator defines the operational behavior for
each Alcatel AP, such as RF characteristics and security features.
For AP configuration information, refer to the AOS-W User Guide.
System Configuration
The wireless Access Point receives power through a shielded Ethernet cable
(special 8-pin DIN connector type at AP) to connect to the non-802.3af-complaint
Power over Ethernet injector module. The power injector module provides two
RJ-45 Ethernet ports, one for connecting to the wireless Access Point (AP), and
the other for connecting to a local LAN switch (ENET).
At each location where a unit is installed, it must be connected to the local
network using the power injector module.
The Power over Ethernet injector module port uses an MDI (that is, internal
straight-through) pin configuration. You can therefore use straight-through
twisted-pair cable to connect this port to most network interconnection devices
such as a switch or router that provide MDI-X ports. However, when connecting
the access point to a workstation or other device that does not have MDI-X ports,
you must use crossover twisted-pair cable.

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AP Connector
Ethernet cable from the Alcatel OAW-AP80M Access Point
ENET Connector
Ethernet cable from the LAN switch
AC Power Cord
AC power cord for the PoE injector
LED
LED indicator illuminates steady green when power is supplied to injector. It is off
when there is no power supplied to the injector.
The OAW-AP80M Access Point does not have a power switch. It is powered on
when its Ethernet port is connected to the power injector module, and the power
injector module is connected to an AC power source. The power injector includes
one LED indicator that turns on when AC power is applied.
The power injector module automatically adjusts to any AC voltage between
100-240 volts at 50 or 60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.
ENET AP
3
1
Ethernet cable
to AP
4Power LED
Indicator
AC Power Cord
2
Ethernet cable
from LAN switch
1
2
3
4
WARNING:The power injector module is designed for indoor use only. Never mount the power injector
outside with the OAW-AP80M Access Point unit.

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Mounting the OAW-AP80M
The OAW-AP80M Access Point is designed to be deployed outdoors, exposed to
the elements (extreme sunshine, rain, snow - hot and cold climates) and mounted
on a wall, pole or mast.
The OAW-AP80M indoor-rated Power over Ethernet injector must be deployed
indoors, or within an enclosure protecting it from the elements.
The OAW-AP80M Access Point is supplied complete with its own mounting
hardware kit for attaching the unit to a 1.5” to 2” diameter steel pole or tube or as
part of a radio mast or tower structure.
Physical installation of the OAW-AP80M Access Point involves the following
steps:
1. Mount the unit on a wall, pole, mast, or tower using the mounting bracket.
2. Mount external antennas on the same supporting structure as the Access
Point and connect them to the Access Point unit. .
3. Connect the grounding wire to the unit.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the unit.
WARNING:The installation of outdoor-rated Access Points, antennas or ancillary
equipment should only be performed by trained personnel. Do NOT
attempt to install an Access Point on an elevated building, mast or pole
by yourself or without the use of the appropriate safety equipment
CAUTION:The use of lightning arrester units, in-line or mast mounted,
with the N-Type antenna interface is highly recommended,
and if not used, may void product warranty.
CAUTION:Be sure that grounding is available and that it meets local and
national electrical codes. For additional lightning protection,
use lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors

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5.Connect the power injector to the Ethernet cable, a local LAN network point
and an AC power source.
6. Orient the antennas.
Mounting the AP
Using the Pole-Mounting Bracket
Perform the following steps to mount the unit to a 1.5 to 2 inch diameter steel
pole or tube using the mounting bracket:
1. Always attach the bracket to a pole with the open end of the mounting
grooves facing up.
2. Place the U-shaped part of the bracket around the pole and tighten the
securing nut just enough to hold the bracket to the pole. (The bracket may
need to be rotated around the pole during the alignment process.)
Attach bracket to
pole with mounting
slots facing up

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3. Use the included nuts to tightly secure the Access Point to the bracket. Be
sure to take account of the antenna polarization direction; both antennas in a
link must be mounted with the same polarization.

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Mounting on Larger Diameter Poles
In addition, there is a method for attaching the pole-mounting bracket to a pole
that is 2 to 5 inches in diameter using an adjustable steel band clamp (not
included in the kit). A steel band clamp up to 0.5 inch (1.27 cm) wide can be
threaded through the main part of the bracket to secure it to a larger diameter
pole without using the U-shaped part of the bracket. This method is illustrated in
the following figure.
Steel
Band
Clamp

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Using the Wall-Mount Bracket
Use the wall-mount bracket for attaching the OAW-AP80M to a wall surface. For
hollow walls, use anchors. For solid walls, use the appropriate screws. This
method is illustrated in the following figure.
Mounting Slots

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Mount and Connect External Antennas
Physically mount detachable antennas in their desired location, preferably to the
same supporting structure as the Access Point, within 3 meters (10 feet)
distance, using the bracket supplied in the antenna.
Connect the antenna to the Access Point’s N-type Female connector using the RF
coaxial cable provided with the antenna.
Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connectors to help prevent water
entering the connectors.
When no antenna is connected to the N-Type interface, the waterproof interface
boot should remain installed to protect the interface from the elements.
WARNING:The Antenna Lightning Arrester N-Type (AP-LAR-1) is
available as a separately orderable part. Damage to the OAW-AP80M
caused by lightening is not covered by the warranty if the Lightening
Arrester is not used or is not properly installed.

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Connecting the AP
Connecting the Ground Wire
Attach an electrical safety grounding wire to the electrical ground point on the
access point.
Ethernet cable
Ground wire

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Connect Ethernet Cable to the AP
1. Attach the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the wireless Access Point.
(See figure above.)
NOTE:The Ethernet cable included with package is 50 meters (164 feet) long.
Use the connector pinout information in Appendix B.
NOTE:The combined cable lengths connecting the store-and-forward Ethernet
device, the PoE injector, and the AP must not exceed 90 meters (295
feet).
2. For extra protection against rain or moisture, apply weatherproofing tape (not
included) around the Ethernet connector.
3. Be sure to ground the unit with an appropriate grounding wire (not included)
by attaching it to the grounding screw on the unit.
CAUTION:Be sure that grounding is available and that it meets local and
national electrical codes. For additional lightning protection,
use lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors
CAUTION:Be sure that grounding is available and that it meets local and
national electrical codes. For additional lightning protection,
use lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors