Aruba AP 70 User manual

Aruba AP 70
Access Point
Installation Guide

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Aruba AP Setup Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Provisioning Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Aruba Discovery Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AP Reprovisioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AP Provisioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Manual Provisioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the Console Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting Aruba AP 70 Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 3 AP Deployment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Mounting the Aruba AP 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Free-Standing Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the Built-In Mounting Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the Optional Mounting Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connecting Required Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Selecting an FE Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting Cables and Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Appendix A Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessing the AP Support Prompt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Direct SPOE Connection to Mobility Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Direct Terminal Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Telnet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
AP Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Access Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
User Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Privileged Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Resetting the AP to Factory Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Appendix B Port Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
FE Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Serial Breakout Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
DB-9 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
“To AP” Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
“To Network” Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
USB Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix C Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Product Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Ethernet Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Over Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Aruba AP 70 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Related Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Contacting Aruba Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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The Aruba AP 70 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The
device works in conjunction with the Aruba Mobility Controller and can act as a
wireless access point or air monitor.
As a wireless Access Point (AP), the Aruba AP 70 provides transparent, secure,
high-speed data communications between wireless network devices (fixed,
portable, or mobile computers with IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g wireless
adapters) and the wired LAN.
As a wireless Air Monitor (AM), a feature unique to Aruba products, the Aruba AP
70 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 Aruba AP 70 requires setting the antenna power, which
requires professional training. The Aruba AP 70 installer must be trained
to perform this configuration.

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FIGURE 1-1 Aruba AP 70 Front View
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Antenna fixtures for Wireless Communications
The AP will have:
Four Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connectors - not used.
Built-in swivel array with dual, 802.11 .a/.b/.g band, omnidirectional antenna.
The internal antenna is the default.
Indicator LEDs
During operation, the Aruba AP 70 LEDs provide the following information:
TABLE 1-1 Aruba AP 70 LEDs
LED State Description
PWR Off The device is off - no power.
Green-Solid The device is powered and operating.
Green-Flashing The device is powered but is not ready for
operation (typically, the AP is booting).
ENET0/1 Off No link on the FE port. No connection to the
network.a
a.The ENET1 LED on Aruba AP 70 rev D and earlier models configured for
10Base-T traffic does not illuminate, but traffic is processed normally. The
ENET1 LED on Aruba AP 70 rev E and later models (circa March, 2005 and lat-
er) illuminates when configured for 10Base-T traffic.
Green-Solid Ethernet link detected on the FE port.
Green-Flashing Transmitting or receiving data across the FE
port. Flashing rate is proportional to network
activity.b
b.The ENET1 LED does not flash when traffic is being processed when config-
ured for 10Base-T half duplex traffic. However, traffic is being processed prop-
erly.
A Off The wireless interface is disabled or down.
Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Access Point.
Green-Flashing The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Air Monitor.
B/G Off The wireless interface is disabled or down.
Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Access Point.
Green-Flashing The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Air Monitor.
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NOTE:LEDs on the Mobility Controller provide additional status and security
information about connected APs.See the ArubaOS User Guide for more
information.
Air Vents
These vents promote proper air circulation for cooling the device. Do not allow
these vents to be obstructed by mounting equipment, network cables, or any
other material.
FE Ports
The ENET0 and ENET1 ports attach the Aruba AP 70 to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX
(twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment. Both ports support Power over Ethernet
(POE). ENET0 also supports Serial Over Ethernet (SOE).
USB Ports
This port is used to connect the AP to a host computer to support application
specific functionality and for future applications in the RF environment such as
RFID tracking or spectrum analysis.
DC Power Socket
This socket is used to connect the optional AC power adapter (not included). If
POE is being used to supply power to the Aruba AP 70, the power adapter is not
necessary.
B/G Antenna Jack
Not used.
A Antenna Jack
Not used.
Kensington Security Slot
This slot is compatible with a Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not
included) which can be used to prevent the unauthorized removal of the Aruba AP
70 from its installed location. To secure the Aruba AP 70, wrap a security cable
around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security
Slot, and turn the key.
To use Kensington Security Slot while the Aruba AP 70 is mounted by the
mounting slots, the fold-out internal antenna must be in an open position.
See Appendix B, “Port Specifications” for port and cable specifications.
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FIGURE 1-2 Aruba AP 70 Back View
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Mounting Slots
The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the chassis are used for mounting the
Aruba AP 70.
Air Vents
These vents promote proper air circulation for cooling the device. Do not allow
these vents to be obstructed by mounting equipment, network cables, or any
other material.
Fold-Out Internal Antenna
This fold-out antenna allows the Aruba AP 70 to be used upright on a table, shelf,
ceiling, or wall. If you are configuring external antennas, the internal antenna can
be left closed.
NOTE:The serial number and the model number are on the bottom of the fold
out antenna panel.
The Aruba AP Setup Process
Setting up an Aruba AP typically consists of four stages:
WLAN Planning—The administrator determines how many Aruba APs will be
needed for their wireless network strategy and where they will be deployed. This
can be easily accomplished using Aruba’s automated RF Plan site-survey
software (available separately).
AP Provisioning—Provisioning provides each Aruba AP with initial settings that
allow it to locate the host Aruba Mobility Controller. 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 Chapter 2, “Provisioning Access Points,”.
AP Deployment—Once provisioned, each AP can be physically installed at its
intended place of operation.
AP deployment is covered in Chapter 3, “AP Deployment”.
AP Configuration—The administrator defines the operational behavior for each
Aruba AP, such as RF characteristics and security features.
For AP configuration information, refer to the ArubaOS User Guide.
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