Aruba AP-MC-SFP User manual

Aruba AP-MC-SFP Fiber Media Converter
Installation Guide
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The Aruba AP-MC-SFP Fiber Media Converter is connect an Aruba access point to a fiber network by converting data between a
fiber SFP interface on the switch side and a “copper” Ethernet interface on the AP side. The Fiber Media converter is mechanically
optimized for the Aruba 303H and 500H Series Hospitality Access Points which can be directly attached and secured to the
converter, but it can be used in combination with any compatible AP model. The converter may be installed directly onto a wall or
to a single gang wall box.
Package Contents
(x1) AP-MC-SFP Fiber Media converter
(x1) Metal mount bracket
(x1) M2.5x6.5 T8H Security Torx Screw (used to secure the converter to the mount bracket)
(x1) ST2.9x6.5 T10H Security Torx Screw (used to secure top cover when used with an AP)
(x2) #6-32x1 Phillips drive screw (Sunk Head)
(x2) Phillips drive wood screws (Sunk Head)
(x2) Plastic anchors
(x1) 16cm Jumper Ethernet cable
Powering the Fiber Media Converter
To provide power to the media converter and the attached Access Point, use one of the these three options:
Option 1: Strip, then insert two wires providing a DC voltage (supported range 38V - 57V, with up to 50W available depending
on attached AP model) and use a Phillips 00 screwdriver to tighten the cables. Make sure to observe polarity. Refer to Figure 1,
number 2a.
Option 2: Use a standard Ethernet cable to power by PoE (use PoE one class higher than that required for the AP) and plug it
into the port marked “POE IN”, see Figure 1, number 2b.
Option 3: Use an Aruba AP-AC2-48C DC adapter, as shown in Figure 1, number 2c.
Table 1 Status LEDs
Hooking the wires backwards will result in the unit not working. The LEDlight will turn on when installed
correctly. Refer to Table 1 for LED meanings.
Color/State Meaning
Off Device powered off
Amber On Power On
Green On Ethernet port connected
Green - Blinking Ethernet/SFP port data traffic
Green Off Ethernet port not connected

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Installation
1. Align the metal bracket directly to the wall and install using the included wood screws and/or anchors. Make sure orientation is
correct and that the arrow is pointing up.
2. Insert the SFP module into the AP-MC-SFP media converter, as shown in Figure 1, number 1.
3. Attach power option of choice, as shown in Figure 1, number 2.
4. Attach the fiber optic cable, as shown in Figure 1, number 1 into SFP module.
5. Connect the AP cable from the AP-MC-SFP media converter from port marked “AP” to the access point, as shown in Figure 1,
number 3.
Figure 1 Attach cables and SFP module
The instructions on this guide show the AP-MC-SFP media converter installed directly on the wall, with a cover
attached. The AP-MC-SFP media converter may also be installed on a wall box and use any of the following access
points: AP- 303H, AP-503H, and AP-505H in place of the cover.
Use the #6-32x1 Phillips drive screw or any appropriate thread for the mating wall box.
When running the wire through the wall, make sure to not over-bend as this can cause the cable to break.
AP
57V max 10.3A
POE IN
57V max 10.3A
48V 0.3A 48V 0.3A
1 32a 2b
2c
Fiber
AP
57V max 10.3A
1
2b
2c
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6. Install the media converter onto the metal bracket and screw in the T8H security screw. See Figure 2, number 3.
Figure 2 Install Media Converter on Metal Bracket
7. Route all attached cables through either the middle or bottom opening, making sure to not over-bend. See Figure 3.
Figure 3 Route all Cables Through Middle or Bottom Openings
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8. Slide on the top cover and screw the T10H Security Type screw into the right-hand side, as shown in Figure 4 (b)
9. (Optional) If attaching an access point instead of a cover, mount the AP onto the Media Converter and screw the T8H Security
Type Screw, as shown in Figure 4 (a).
Figure 4 Secure cover or AP onto Fiber Media Converter
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company provides a multi-language document that contains country-specific restrictions and
additional safety and regulatory information for all Aruba controllers. This document can be viewed or downloaded from the
following location:
http://www.arubanetworks.com/pdf/0510272-01.pdf
FCC United States
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 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
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
EU Regulatory Conformance
This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) - CE. Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise
company, hereby declares that the Aruba AP-MC-SFP FIber Media Converter is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive (2014/30/EU). CE The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC is available
for viewing at the following location in the EU community.
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Japan VCCI
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take corrective actions.
Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Aruba products at end of life are subject to separate collection and treatment in the EU Member States, Norway, and Switzerland
and therefore are marked with the symbol shown at the left (crossed-out wheelie bin). The treatment applied at end of life of
these products in these countries shall comply with the applicable national laws of countries implementing Directive 2012/19/EU
on Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
India RoHS
This product complies with RoHS requirements as prescribed by E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, governed by the
Ministry of Environment & Forests, Government of India.

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UKCA & CE
Korea
Morocco
Нормативные требования Евразийского Экономического Союза
Russia
HPE Russia: ООО "Хьюлетт Паккард Энтерпрайз" Российская Федерация, 125171, г. Москва,
Ленинградское шоссе, 16А, стр.3, Телефон: [phone] Факс: [phone]
'HPE Belarus': ИООО «Хьюлетт-Паккард Бел», Республика Беларусь, 220030, г. Минск, ул.
Интернациональная, 36-1, Телефон/факс: [phone]
'HPE Kazakhstan': TOO «Хьюлетт-Паккард (К)», Республика Казахстан, 050040, г. Алматы,
Бостандыкский район, проспект Аль-Фараби, 77/7, Телефон/факс: + 7 727 355 35 50
Kazakhstan
ЖШС "Хьюлетт Паккард Энтерпрайз" Ресей Федерациясы, 125171, Мәскеу, Ленинград тас жолы, 16A блок 3, Телефон: +7
499 403 4248 Факс: [phone]
«HEWLETT-PACKARD Bel» ЖШС, Беларусь Республикасы, 220030, Минск қ., Интернациональная көшесі, 36/1, Телефон/факс:
[phone]
ЖШС «Хьюлетт-Паккард (К)», Қазақстан Республикасы, 050040, Алматы к., Бостандык ауданы, Әл-Фараби даңғ ылы, 77/7,
Телефон/факс: [phone]

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China RoHS
Aruba products also comply with China environmental declaration requirements and are labeled with the “EFUP 10” label shown
at the left.