Extreme Networks ExtremeWireless AP510i User manual

ExtremeWireless™ AP510i Access Point
Installation Guide
9035994-03 Rev AA
March 2021

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Table of Contents
Preface........................................................................................................................................................................................v
Conventions.....................................................................................................................................................................v
Providing Feedback.....................................................................................................................................................v
Getting Help....................................................................................................................................................................v
Subscribe to Product Announcements....................................................................................................vi
Documentation and Training................................................................................................................................. vi
Overview............................................................................................................................... 7
Access Point Features................................................................................................................................................7
AP510i LED Status Indicators.................................................................................................................................9
LED location...........................................................................................................................................................9
AP510i Powering Methods..................................................................................................................................... 10
AP510i Power Table............................................................................................................................................ 11
Installation Process............................................................................................................ 12
Verify the Box Contents...........................................................................................................................................12
Mount and Connect the Access Point.............................................................................................................. 13
Mounting Brackets and Accessories Usage...................................................................................................13
Mount the Access Point on a Drywall or a Wood Wall or a Solid Flat Ceiling..............................16
Mount the Access Point to a Wall using the Main Mounting Bracket.......................................16
Mount the Access Point to a Wall Using an Optional Wall and Box Bracket...................... 20
Mount the Access Point onto a Wall Using the Main Bracket and the Flat Metal
Easy-Attach Adapter.......................................................................................................................................22
Mount the Access Point to a Wall Using the Phillips Pan-Head Screws................................ 24
Mount the Access Point to a Suspended or Drop Ceiling..................................................................... 25
Mount the Access Point Using the Main Mounting Bracket to a Flat T-bar ........................ 25
Mount the Access Point Using the Main Mounting Bracket and KT-135628-01
Adapter to a Flat T-bar...................................................................................................................................27
Mount the Access Point Using the WS-MBI-DCFLUSH Bracket to a Flat T-bar................ 27
Mount the Access Point Using the WS-MBI-DCMTR01 Bracket................................................ 29
Mount the Access Point to a Junction Box.................................................................................................... 31
Mount the Access Point to a Beam...................................................................................................................32
Specifications.....................................................................................................................34
Antenna Information......................................................................................................... 35
Internal Antenna Access Point............................................................................................................................ 35
Antenna Patterns - 2.4 GHz..................................................................................................................................36
Antenna Patterns - 5 GHz......................................................................................................................................38
Regulatory and Compliance Information.......................................................................42
Safety Guidelines....................................................................................................................................................... 42
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice.............................................................................. 42
Industry Canada Notice..........................................................................................................................................43
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Brazil Agência Nacional De Telecomunicações (Anatel) Statement............................................... 44
Hazardous Substances........................................................................................................................................... 44
Supplement to Product Instructions................................................................................................................45
NCC Statement...........................................................................................................................................................45
CE Information............................................................................................................................................................46
CE Information................................................................................................................................................... 46
All Operational Modes.................................................................................................................................... 46
European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Notice......................................... 46
Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community......................................... 47
Index....................................................................................................................................49
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Overview
Access Point Features on page 7
AP510i LED Status Indicators on page 9
AP510i Powering Methods on page 10
The AP510i is a next generation, indoor ceiling mount model enterprise class 802.11ax access point (AP).
The “i” in AP510i indicates that it comes with internal antennas. The AP features a dual-band radio and
comes with eight WiFi internal antennas and one Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) antenna.
The AP510i can be mounted on a drywall or a wood wall, solid flat ceiling, junction box, and on a
suspended or drop ceiling.
Note
The AP510i requires a minimum base firmware of WiNG 7.1.0.0-138R.
Access Point Features
Learn about AP510i access point radios, side ports, LED, and console information.
The enterprise class 802.11ax AP510i access point has the following features:
•Radios: 2 radios; 1 IoT radio (2.4 GHz).
•Console Port: RJ45.
•◦1 x 100/1000/2500/5000 Mbps auto-negotiation Ethernet port, RJ45
◦1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation Ethernet port, RJ45
•LEDs: 6 – All LEDs will be on during reset (see AP510i LEDs Status for details).
•One reset button.
•Power: PoE 802.3af; 12VDC external power in connector (see AP510i Powering Methods for details).
•Antennas: – Eight WiFi internal antennas and One BLE internal antenna.
•Temperature:
◦0 °C to +50 °C (+32 °F to +122 °F) @ 6000 ft
◦0 °C to +45 °C (+32 °F to +113 °F) @ Sea Level
•Enclosure: Plastic only.
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Figure 1: Top view of AP510i
Figure 2: Side view of AP510i
Figure 3: AP510i back ports
Access Point Features Overview
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Table 1: AP510i back ports description
Callout Description
1 Kensignton lock
2 12V DC power supply
3 Console port (yellow)
4 LAN 2 (GE) (black)
5 LAN1 (5 GE) (purple)
Note
On the access point, there is a hole near the Kensington lock in the top-rear that can be used
as a provision for safety hanger. There is also a hole on the rear of the access point that can be
used as a safety hanger provision.
The safety hanger can be a wire or a cable that is used to secure the access point and keep it
from falling in case ceiling and wall installation using the main mounting bracket fails.
The Kensington lock can use a 3 mm diameter safety hangar cable and the rear hole can
accommodate a 2.9 mm diameter safety hanger cable.
AP510i LED Status Indicators
LED description and status indicators.
LED location
The AP510i LEDs are located on the front face of the access point but are not visibly marked.
Overview AP510i LED Status Indicators
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Figure 4: AP510i LEDs
Table 2: AP510i LED status
LED icon LED color Description
Status Green Normal operational status
Amber Non-operational status
GE1 Ethernet Amber 100Mbps
Green 1000Mbps
Purple 2.5G/5G
GE2 Ethernet Amber 100Mbps
Green 1000MBps
Radio#1 Status Green 2.4GHz
Amber 5GHz
White Sensor
O Non-operational status
Radio#2 Status Amber 5GHz
O Non-operational status
IoT (BLE) Blue Indicates BLE is enabled
O Non-operational status
AP510i Powering Methods
Details about AP510i access point power options.
You can power the access point through the RJ45 Ethernet port (LAN 1 (5GE) and LAN2 (GE) ports),
see AP510i back ports).
AP510i Powering Methods Overview
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If you need to power the AP510i with an external 12V DC power supply, you can plug the power cord
into the power connector on the back of the access point. There is no wall mount bracket for the 12V DC
power supply. When the device is powered on, the LED on the front face of the access point is lit.
Table 3: AP510i powering methods
Power source Description
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Redundant power is provided through the RJ45
Ethernet ports (LAN ports) of AP510i. The ports
are compliant to be powered with 802.3af and
provide full functionality with 802.3at. This is the
preferred method of powering the AP on ceiling
and high wall installations.
External 12V DC power supply (optional; ordering
part #37219- PWR 12VDC, 3A, 2.5 mm × 5.5 mm
connector)
The AP510i can also be powered by an external DC
power supply plugged into an AC source. Plug the
supply’s input jack into the 12V DC port.
Note
PoE is disabled when external power supply is used.
The following configuration will allow you to bring up the access point in 802.11af power mode. AP510i
802.11af profile:
•2×2 (16dBm for both 2.4G and 5G at u.fl connector)
•Only dual band (mode 1), doesn’t support dual 5G (mode 3)
•Only 1GE Ethernet, multi-rate Ethernet will be disabled
AP510i Power Table
The following table provides information on the status of the back ports on the access point when
powered using 802.3af and 802.3at technology:
AP510i 802.3af 802.3at
Radio 1 2x2 (16dBm) 4x4 (18dBm)
Radio 2 2x2 (16dBm) 4x4 (18dBm)
BLE On On
GE1 On On
GE2 On On
Dual band Yes Yes
Dual 5G No Yes
Overview AP510i Power Table
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Installation Process
Verify the Box Contents on page 12
Mount and Connect the Access Point on page 13
Mounting Brackets and Accessories Usage on page 13
Mount the Access Point on a Drywall or a Wood Wall or a Solid Flat Ceiling
on page 16
Mount the Access Point to a Suspended or Drop Ceiling on page 25
Mount the Access Point to a Junction Box on page 31
Mount the Access Point to a Beam on page 32
About This Task
Follow this procedure to install the AP510e access point:
Procedure
1. Verify the box contents.
2. Review the Safety Guidelines.
3. Mount the AP to a drywall or wood wall, solid flat ceiling, on a suspended or drop ceiling, junction
box, or to a beam.
4. Connect the power supply.
Verify the Box Contents
List of items shipped with the access point.
About This Task
Before you install the access point, ensure that you have all the necessary parts.
Procedure
1. Verify that the box contains the following items:
•One AP510i Quick Reference
•One mounting bracket for 802.11ax access point (also called the main mounting bracket)
•One AP510i access point
•Two Phillips pan-head wood screws
•Two screw-in anchors
2. If you find any issues with the access point or the box contents, contact Extreme Networks Support.
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Mount and Connect the Access Point
Caution
Only qualified personnel must perform installation procedures.
Use these instructions as guidelines for mounting and connecting the AP510i easily and safely.
The AP510i comes with a mounting bracket (#37201) that can be used to mount the AP on a flat T-bar
with flat ceiling tiles, flat surfaces, beams, and some junction boxes. An adapter and brackets are
available for mounting the AP to non-flat ceiling tiles and T-bars. To mount the AP510i on a junction box,
use the optional bracket (WS-MBI-WALL04; #30516). All additional and optional parts are sold
separately. For more information on brackets and accessories, refer to Mounting Brackets and
Accessories Usage on page 13.
Mounting Brackets and Accessories Usage
The access point comes with the main mounting bracket (#37201; mounting bracket for 802.11ax indoor
access points). There are various optional brackets, an adapter, and bracket accessories that can be
purchased separately.
Table 4: Bracket purchase order information
Part number Description
37201 Main mounting bracket for indoor access points (included in the access point
box), along with the 50 mm M3 security screw pack for main mounting bracket
30518 WS-MBI-DCMTR01 bracket
30516 WS-MBI-WALL04 bracket
37211 WS-MBI-DCFLUSH bracket
Table 5: Bracket purchase order information
Part number Description
37201 Main mounting bracket for indoor access points (included in the access point
box), along with the 27 mm M3 security screw pack for main mounting bracket
30518 WS-MBI-DCMTR01 bracket
30516 WS-MBI-WALL04 bracket
37211 WS-MBI-DCFLUSH bracket
Table 6: Bracket accessory purchase order information
Part number Description
KT-135628-01 Universal mounting kit for wireless LAN (WLAN) access
points
37210 Flat metal easy-attach adapter for main mounting bracket
Installation Process Mount and Connect the Access Point
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Table 6: Bracket accessory purchase order information (continued)
Part number Description
BRKT-000147A-01 Beam clip accessory
30525; WS-CAB-RJ45-FLT01 RJ45 flat cable accessory for ceiling mount brackets
Table 7: Power supply purchase order information
Part number Description
37215 PWR 12V DC, 3A, 2.5 mm X 5.5 mm connector
Table 8: Power supply purchase order information
Part number Description
37215 PWR 12V DC, 2A, 2.5 mm X 5.5 mm connector
Table 9: Bracket and accessory usage for various installation options
Mounting
bracket or
accessory
Wall
install
Solid
flat
ceiling
install
Ceiling
install
(T-
bar)
Ceiling
install
(protruded
T-bar)
Junction
box
install
Beam
install
Ceiling
tile
protrusio
n
T-bar
widths
Notes
37201; main
mounting
bracket
Yes Yes Yes Yes, by
adding the
optional T-
bar
adapter to
the main
mounting
bracket
No Yes, by
adding
the
beam
clip
accesso
ry to the
main
mountin
g
bracket
No 15/16
in.
This
bracket is
shipped
with the
access
point.
Installation
methods:
Wall mount
or flush
ceiling
mount with
single
width.
KT-135628-
01
accessory;
used with
main
mounting
bracket
No No Yes Yes No No Yes 15/16
in.
Wall mount
or
protruded
ceiling
mount with
single
width.
30518 WS-
MBI-
DCMTR01
bracket
No No Yes Yes No No Yes 9/16
in., 3/2
in.,
15/16
in.
Protruded
ceiling
mount with
varying
widths.
Mounting Brackets and Accessories Usage Installation Process
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Table 9: Bracket and accessory usage for various installation options (continued)
Mounting
bracket or
accessory
Wall
install
Solid
flat
ceiling
install
Ceiling
install
(T-
bar)
Ceiling
install
(protruded
T-bar)
Junction
box
install
Beam
install
Ceiling
tile
protrusio
n
T-bar
widths
Notes
30516 WS-
MBI-
WALL04
bracket
Yes No No No Yes No No No Wall mount
with single
width.
Junction
box
installation.
37210 flat
metal easy-
attach
adapter;
used with
main
mounting
bracket
Yes Yes No No No No No N/A Wall
mount,
ceiling
mount, or
install on
any solid
surface.
37211 WS-
MBI-
DCFLUSH
bracket
No No Yes Yes No No No 9/16
in., 3/2
in.,
15/16
in.
Protruded
ceiling
mount with
varying
widths.
BRKT-0001
47A-01;
beam clip
accessory
No No No No No Yes No N/A The beam
clip is
attached to
the main
mounting
bracket.
30525 WS-
CAB-RJ45-
FLT01
accessory
No Yes Yes No No No No N/A This
accessory
can be
used only
with ceiling
mount
brackets
listed in
this table.
Installation Process Mounting Brackets and Accessories Usage
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Mount the Access Point on a Drywall or a Wood Wall or a Solid Flat
Ceiling
About This Task
The access point is installed on drywall or wood wall or to a solid flat ceiling using:
•#37201, stainless-steel main mounting bracket that ships with the unit
•#30516, WS-MBI-WALL04 bracket, two Phillips pan-head screws, and screw-in anchors
Note
The WALL04 bracket, screws, and screw-in anchors are used for drywall mounting. For
wood wall mounting, only the WALL04 bracket and screws are used.
•#37201, stainless-steel main mounting bracket with #37210, flat metal easy-attach adapter
•Phillips pan head screws
Tip
The best practice is to install the access point using the mounting brackets.
Mount the Access Point to a Wall using the Main Mounting Bracket
Learn how to install the access point on a wall using the main mounting bracket that is shipped with the
unit.
About This Task
The main mounting bracket (#37201) ships with the AP and can be used to mount the AP onto a wall.
This is the recommended method of installation for a wall mounting procedure.
Mount the Access Point on a Drywall or a Wood Wall or
a Solid Flat Ceiling Installation Process
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Procedure
1. Use the mounting bracket as a template and mark the hole centers on the wall.
Figure 5: Main mounting bracket
2. Insert the screws into the holes of the mounting bracket and use the screw-in anchors if needed.
3. Insert the Ethernet cable’s RJ45 connector into the LAN1/GE1 port.
4. Insert the access point onto the bracket’s four feet and slide it down to lock it in place.
Note
The feet of the bracket must be pointing up.
Installation Process
Mount the Access Point to a Wall using the Main
Mounting Bracket
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Figure 6: Attaching the access point to the main mounting bracket
Callout Description
1 Guide posts to attach the security torx locking
screw
5. Attach the security torx locking screw to keep the main mounting bracket in place.
For more information, see Install a Security Torx Locking Screw on page 19.
Mount the Access Point to a Wall using the Main
Mounting Bracket Installation Process
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Install a Security Torx Locking Screw
Details about how to install the secuirity torx locking screw on the access point.
About This Task
The security torx locking screw is used to prevent the access point from being removed from the main
mounting bracket (#37201). There are two security lock screw holes on the rear of the access point.
Follow this procedure to install the security torx locking screw using one of the security lock holes on
the access point.
Note
Perform this task after the access point is attached to the main mounting bracket on a drywall
or wood wall.
Procedure
1. Line up the security torx locking screw using the rear guides on the access point.
2. Using a T10 bit screwdriver, tighten the security torx locking screw.
Installation Process
Mount the Access Point to a Wall using the Main
Mounting Bracket
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3. Turn the locking screw into the security screw hole until the security torx locking screw passes
through to the other side and touches the screw stop feature.
Figure 7: Security torx locking screw stop feature
Callout Description
1 Security torx locking screw stop feature
Note
You cannot remove the access point from the main mounting bracket until the security
torx locking screw is removed.
Mount the Access Point to a Wall Using an Optional Wall and Box Bracket
Learn how to install the access point to a wall using the WALL-04 bracket part.
About This Task
Mounting the AP to a flat ceiling requires the WS-MBI-WALL04 (#30516) bracket, two Philips Pan-head
screws, and two screw-in anchors. They must be purchased separately.
Procedure
1. Install the WS-MBI-WALL04 bracket on a wall/ceiling with the two screws and screw-in anchors.
Note
The locking tab on the WS-MBI-WALL04 bracket must be on the top side during
installation.
Mount the Access Point to a Wall Using an Optional Wall
and Box Bracket Installation Process
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