Firetide HotPoint 5100 Manual

HotPoint Hardware Installation Guide
HotPoint 5100 Access Point
Published March 2014

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About this document
This section lists the audience, purpose, and conventions used in this document.
Audience
This document is intended for qualified installers and administrators of Firetide
products.
Purpose
This document has the information necessary to configure, install, and do basic
troubleshooting for HotPoint 5100 access points.
Conventions
Certain information has special meaning for the reader. This information appears
with an icon that indicates a particular condition, such as a warning or caution,
or a label, such as “Note” or “Best Practice”.
Electrical hazards are those environments where the danger of
electrocution is probable. This image appears before each electrical
hazard statement.
Warnings contain safety information that you must obey. If you do
not obey the instruction in a warning, the result might include serious
injury or death. This image appears before each warning statement.
Cautions contain information that you should obey to avoid minor
injury, inconvenience, and damage to equipment. This image appears
before each caution statement.
Notes contain optional advice and information particular to a special case or
application.
Best practices contain specific recommendations based on industry-standard
expectations.
Document feedback
If you find an error or content missing from this document, we want to hear
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[e-mail].
Contacting customer support
If you need support, depending on the problem, you might be asked for this
information:
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• Description of the problem
• Computer with HotView Pro and an installed management license
• Channel and frequency plans
• Recent spectrum analysis
• Device topology in Google Earth (KMZ file)
• Network map or topology plan with the names and device information
You must also have administrator access to the mesh to be able to receive
technical support.
The next table lists the contact information for customer support.
Worldwide customer support Days/Hours Contact
Americas Monday to Friday 
7:00 am to 5:30 pm PST
(Pacific standard time)
[e-mail]
1 (877) FIRETIDE, extension 2
[phone], extension 2
[phone]
Africa
Asia
Australia
Europe
Monday to Friday
8:00 am to 5:30 pm IST
(India standard time)
[e-mail]
[phone]
Fax [phone]

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Contents
About this document iii
Audience ......................................................... iii
Purpose .......................................................... iii
Conventions ..................................................... iii
Document feedback ........................................... iii
Contacting customer support ............................... iii
HotPoint access point overview 1
Hardware features ............................................. 1
Management options ......................................... 2
HotView Pro 2
Web interface 2
HotPoint 5100 access point preparation 3
Verifying the box contents .................................. 3
Parts of a HotPoint access point ........................... 4
Attaching cables and accessories ......................... 4
Using Power over Ethernet .................................. 5
Connecting a computer to a new access point ......... 5
LEDs ............................................................... 8
LED boot operation 8
LED operation during client association 
and data traffic 8
LED operation during a firmware upgrade 8
Radios ............................................................ 8
Indoor access point installation 9
Appropriate locations for an indoor access point ..... 9
Antenna installation .......................................... 9
Recommendations for outdoor use ....................... 9

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Operational requirements ................................... 9
Installing the mesh node in an enclosure ............... 9
Troubleshooting 11
Resetting an indoor node to factory default settings 11
Improving client experience and device performance 11

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HotPoint access point overview
The Firetide HotPoint 5100 wireless MIMO access point is a standalone access
solution for indoor use. This section explains the hardware features of the access
point and your management options.
Hardware features
The HotPoint 5100 access point is a standalone access point. Standalone devices
do not require any other network device or equipment to configure or manage
them. Each access point, with its antennas, is a complete system for wireless
access service delivery.
The next figure shows the HotPoint 5100 access point.
In locations where access to Ethernet or power is limited, HotPoint 5100 access
point can receive power from an 802.3af-compliant device. A HotPort 7020 can
supply power over an Ethernet connection to a HotPoint 5100 access point.
The HotPoint 5100 access point has a UL2043 plenum-rated enclosure and has
these hardware features:
• An RJ-45 connector for attaching to a Firetide HotPort wireless mesh node or
a conventional Ethernet port
• Two radios (Radio 1 operates in the 2.4 GHz band and Radio 2 operates in the
5 GHz band)

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•LEDs
-2.4GHz
-5GHz
-Power
Management options
You can choose to manage HotPoint access points in one of these ways:
• HotView Pro network management software 10.15.0.0 and later
• Web user interface (webUI)
HotView Pro
HotView Pro is a robust network management software (NMS). It lets you manage
many Firetide devices at the same time. To use HotView Pro you need to purchase
one management license for each access point.
HotView Pro lets you set up wireless distribution stations and schedule software
upgrades for groups of devices.
Web interface
The web interface is a management interface that comes with each access point.
With this software you can configure each access point individually. This method
is good for small networks with few devices.
Power Consumption table
Without heater:
Power input from DC supply: 13 W (Typical),16.3 W (Max)
With heater (in cold temperatures):
HotPoint 5100 is not rated to use in outdoor environment conditions. Consider
using HotPoint 5200 for outdoor conditions.

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HotPoint 5100 access point
preparation
Before you install an access point, you need to make sure that you have all of the
parts, attach the cables and antennas for testing, and make an initial connection
from a laptop that is running the web interface or HotView Pro software.
Verifying the box contents
The box contains these items:
• One HotPoint 5100 access point
• One power adapter
• One power cord (USA type)
• Six dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 3 dBi omni-directional staging antennas
• One Ethernet cable
• Quick Start Guide sheet
If any of these items is missing from the box, call your reseller for help.

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Parts of a HotPoint access point
The next picture shows the radios, LEDs and connectors on the access point.
Attaching cables and accessories
Before you install the device in a permanent location, attach the staging
antennas and cables, and verify that the LEDs come on:
1. Attach the staging antennas to the antenna connectors.
2. Attach the DC power adapter to the power cable.
3. Attach the power assembly to the access point, and then attach the power
cord to a power source.
4. Make sure that the 2.4 GHz LED blinks and the power LED is a steady green.
LEDs: 2.4 GHz 5 GHz Power
Radio 1 Radio 2
DC power connector
Ethernet port
Reset button
1
2
3
1
2
3

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Using Power over Ethernet
A Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector is available as an optional accessory.
The PoE injector lets a HotPort 7020 mesh node supply power to a HotPoint 5100
access point. It also lets you use a computer to supply power to an access point so
you can configure it in the field.
To connect the PoE injector to a computer or mesh node:
• Attach one Ethernet cable from the access point to the OUT port on the PoE
injector.
• Attach another Ethernet cable from the computer to the IN port on the PoE
injector.
• (Optional) Attach the PoE injector to a power source.
Connecting a computer to a new access point
You need to change the TCP/IP4 settings on your computer so that you can
communicate with the access point. The first time you connect to the access
point, you need to change the TCP/IP4 setting on your computer.
Note: If you are using PoE, connect your computer directly to the IN port on the
POE injector.
192.168.224.160 is the default IP address of the access point.
1. Attach the Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the access point to an
Ethernet port on the administrator computer.
2. Supply power to the access point. If you use a PoE injector (optional
accessory), the access point receives power from your computer.
The access point boots in 1.5 (when connected to a direct power source) to 2
minutes (when receiving power from the PoE injector). The power LED glows
steady.
PoE+
IN
OUT

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From the computer connected to the access point, do the steps for your
operating system.
Windows 7 users:
a. Go to Start, and then in the search box, enter “View Network
Connections”.
b. Right-click Local Area Connection > Properties
c. From the Networking tab, select TCP/IP4.

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d. Click Properties.
Windows XP users:
a. Go to Start > Connect To > Show all connections
b. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.
c. Select Internet Protocol, and then click Properties.
Windows 8 users:
a. Go to Network and Internet > Network Connections
b. Right-click Wired Ethernet Connection > Properties
c. Select Internet Protocol Version 4, and then click Properties.
Windows Vista:
a. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center (Classic
View) > Manage network connections
b. Right-click Local Area Connections and select Properties.
c. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and select Properties.
3. Enter an IP address/subnet mask for your computer of the format
192.168.224.xxx (where xxx is an address on the same subnet as the access
point), and then click Apply.
Caution! Do not use 192.168.224.160. It is the default address of the
access point.
4. From a command prompt window, ping the access point to verify
connectivity.
ping 192.168.224.160
The access point is ready to be configured. You can load the access point into
HotView Pro to configure it or you can use the embedded web interface. This
guide contains procedures with the web interface. For HotView Pro software
procedures, refer to the HotPoint Access Point Configuration Guide.
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LEDs
HotPoint 5100 access points have three LEDs:
•Power
•2.4GHzradio
•5GHzradio
LED boot operation
During boot up, LEDs operate in this order:
1. All LEDs come on for 5 seconds.
2. The 5GHz radio LED goes off.
3. The 5GHz radio LED comes on again after 5 seconds. This action shows that
the LED driver started.
4. After 15 seconds, the 2.4 GHz and 5GHz radio LEDs go off. This shows that
the system is ready. The power LED stays on.
LED operation during client association and data traffic
During client association and data traffic, LEDs operate this way:
• When clients associate, the appropriate radio LED comes on.
• After the LED is on, the appropriate LED blinks to indicate the date rate.
• When no clients are available, the radio LED stays off.
LED operation during a firmware upgrade
During a firmware upgrade, the 2.4GHz radio LED blinks quickly.
Radios
By default, Radio 1 operates in the 2.4 GHz band, and Radio 2 operates in the 5
GHz band.

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Indoor access point installation
You need to install the access point in a permanent location that meets the
product’s operational requirements and install the antennas correctly.
Appropriate locations for an indoor access point
You can install an indoor access point on a desk top or counter.
You can also attach the device to a wall or ceiling. When you intend to install the
device to a wall or ceiling, use the correct mount hardware.
Antenna installation
Follow the manufacturer’s installation diagram or procedures that come with the
antenna that you want to use with the access point.
Recommendations for outdoor use
If you want to use this device in an outdoor environment, you need to use special
pigtails.
Operational requirements
The HotPoint 5100 access point operates within these environmental
constraints:
• Operating temperature: 0 °C to +50 °C (32 °F to +122 °F)
• Storage temperature: -20°C to +70 °C (-4 °F to +158 °F)
• Humidity (non-condensing): 10% to 90%
• Storage humidity (non-condensing): 10% to 90%
• Maximum altitude: 4572 m (5,000 feet)
Installing the mesh node in an enclosure
If you install an access point in an enclosure not manufactured by Firetide, the
installation is not supported.
Refer to the product operational requirements to make sure that the enclosure
you select is compatible with the operating environment required by the
HotPoint 5100 access point.

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Troubleshooting
This section contains troubleshooting information.
Resetting an indoor node to factory default settings
Do a reset when you:
• Remove a device from the field
• Forget the access credential (password)
• Cannot communicate with a device
Caution! When an access point is reset, all configuration information is
erased. Exception: The system does not erase the USA (840 and 842)
country codes.
To return an access point to factory defaults with HotView Pro software:
1. Right-click the access point > Factory reset this HotPoint
2. When the confirmation message appears, click Yes.
To do a hardware reset:
The back panel of the access point has a recessed reset button. This is useful
when returning a unit from field service or in recovering a unit you cannot
communicate with.
With a paper clip or stiff wire, press and hold the reset button for 20 seconds. The
LEDs flash to indicate that the reset is in progress.
Improving client experience and device performance
If the access point disconnects clients repeatedly, change the RTS/CTS value to
128.
To improve device performance, assign specific channels to the access point. Do
not use the automatic channel selection feature (auto).
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Index
Numerics
2.4GHz radio LED 8
5GHz radio LED 8
A
accessories, for purchase 5
B
behavior
LED 8
boot operation 8
boot time 5
C
changing an IP address 6, 7
client association, LED association 8
connecting a PoE injector 5
D
data traffic, LED behavior 8
E
enclosure requirements 9
H
hardware reset procedure 11
HotView Pro 2, 7
HTTP interface 2
L
LED behavior 8
LED behavior during bootup 5
M
management software 2
O
optional accessories 5
P
ping 7
Power over Ethernet 5
procedure
connecting a PoE injector 5
reset 11
R
radio locations 4
T
temperature range for operation 9
U
unsupported configuration 9
upgrade, LED behavior 8
W
web interface 2, 7
Windows 7 changing an IP address 6
Windows 8 changing an IP address 7
Windows XP changing an IP address 7