HP MSM466-R User manual

HP MSM466-R Access Point Installation
Guide
Abstract
This document describes how to install and initially configure the -MSM466-R Dual Radio Outdoor 802.11n Access Point
(hereafter referred to as the AP). This document applies to these MSM466-R models: J9715A (AM), J9716A (WW), J9717A
(JP), J9718A (IL). Professional wireless and electrical equipment experience is required. For controlled mode, see also MSM7xx
Controllers Configuration Guide. For autonomous mode, see also MSM3xx / MSM4xx APs Configuration Guide.
HP Part Number: 5998-3783
Published: March 2013
Edition: 1

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Warranty
WARRANTY STATEMENT: See the warranty information sheet provided in the product box.

Contents
1 Preparing for installation.............................................................................4
Package contents......................................................................................................................4
Additional equipment needed....................................................................................................4
Identifying AP components.........................................................................................................4
Important information to read before installing..............................................................................5
Powering the AP.......................................................................................................................6
2 Installing...................................................................................................7
Planning the installation.............................................................................................................7
Preparing the weatherproof Ethernet cable...................................................................................7
Installing cabling......................................................................................................................8
Mounting the AP......................................................................................................................9
Connecting the AP..................................................................................................................15
3 Initially configuring (autonomous mode).......................................................17
Understanding operating modes...............................................................................................17
Configuring your computer......................................................................................................17
Connecting the cables and powering on the AP..........................................................................17
Switching the AP to autonomous mode......................................................................................17
Logging in.............................................................................................................................18
Configuring basic wireless protection........................................................................................18
Assigning an IP address to the AP.............................................................................................19
Testing the wireless network.....................................................................................................19
Before performing additional configuration................................................................................19
4 Working with antennas.............................................................................20
Available antennas.................................................................................................................20
5 Support and other resources......................................................................21
Online Documentation.............................................................................................................21
Contacting HP........................................................................................................................21
HP Websites..........................................................................................................................21
Typographic conventions.........................................................................................................21
A Regulatory information..............................................................................22
Notice for U.S.A.....................................................................................................................22
Notice for Canada.................................................................................................................23
Notice for the European Community..........................................................................................23
Supported external antennas....................................................................................................24
Notice for Brazil, Aviso aos usuários no Brasil............................................................................24
Notice for Taiwan...................................................................................................................25
Korean notices.......................................................................................................................25
Turkish recycling notice............................................................................................................25
Vietnamese Information Technology and Communications compliance marking...............................25
B Recycle statements....................................................................................26
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) statements......................................................26
Contents 3

1 Preparing for installation
Package contents
•One AP
•One weatherproof RJ-45 Ethernet connector
•One pole mounting/wall mounting bracket
•Bracket bolts (x2), lock washers (x2), flat washers (x4)
•Wall anchors (x4) and screws (x4)
•Pole clamps (x2) for a 5 cm (2 inch) diameter pole
•Documentation
Additional equipment needed
In addition to the items supplied with the AP, protection equipment will be required according to
your electrical code. Consult the respective antenna guide (available online, search by antenna
part number), including the Lightning Arrester section for important safety information and
instructions. Note that although the AP includes a built-in Ethernet surge suppressor, you should
add an Ethernet surge suppressor where the Ethernet cable enters the building.
Identifying AP components
Figure 1 AP key components (bottom end)
1 12 1
653 4
4. Ethernet connector1. Radio 2 antenna connectors (x3)
5. Reset button2. Vent nut (do not remove)
6. Status LEDs (Power, Ethernet, Radio 1, Radio 2)3. Grounding lug with screw
NOTE: Three Radio 1 antenna connectors are on the top end of the AP.
4 Preparing for installation

Ethernet port
The Ethernet port is an auto-sensing 10/100/1000 BaseT (auto MDI/MDX) port with RJ-45
connector. This port supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af and 802.3at.
Antenna connectors
The AP includes no integrated antennas. It provides three antenna connectors for each radio,
color-coded red, green, and blue. When connecting the antenna cables, be sure to connect all
three cables and to respect the color-coding to ensure proper functionality. See “Available antennas”
(page 20).
Reset button
The Reset button is on the bottom of the AP, labeled as 5 in “AP key components (bottom end)”
(page 4). To reset the AP (same as power cycling), press then release the Reset button. To reset
the AP to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button until the status LEDs flash three times,
then release.
Important information to read before installing
WARNING! PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION REQUIRED.
For outdoor or indoor installation. Prior to installing or using the AP, consult with a professional
installer trained in RF installation and knowledgeable in local regulations including building and
wiring codes, safety, channel, power, outdoor/indoor restrictions, and license requirements for
the intended country. It is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that installation and use
complies with local safety and radio regulations.
Surge protection and grounding: When connecting antennas installed outdoors to the AP, proper
lightning surge protection and grounding precautions must be taken in accordance with local
electrical code and regulations. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, fire, equipment
damage, or a voided warranty. The HP hardware warranty provides no protection against damage
caused by static discharge or a lightning strike. Lightning arresters (not supplied) are available
from HP (J8996A). One arrester is required for each antenna connector (total of six).
Cabling: You must use the appropriate cables, and where applicable, surge protection, for your
given region. Cat 5e (or better) cabling is required.
Country of use: In some regions, you are prompted to select the country of use during setup. After
the country has been set, the AP will automatically limit the available wireless channels, ensuring
compliant operation in the selected country. Entering the incorrect country may result in illegal
operation and may cause harmful interference to other systems.
Safety: Take note of the following during installation:
•If your network covers an area served by more than one power distribution system, make sure
all safety grounds are securely interconnected.
•Network cables are subject to hazardous transient voltages (caused by lightning or disturbances
in the electrical power grid).
•Handle exposed metal components of the network with caution.
•The AP is powered-on when connected to an 802.3af or 802.3at PoE power source.
Important information to read before installing 5

Powering the AP
IMPORTANT: The AP normally requires 802.3af power; however, for operation below -20°C
(-4°F), 802.3at power is required to activate the integrated heater. The AP will automatically detect
the type of PoE source and will only turn on the heater when 802.3at power is detected and heating
is required. When first powered on at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) (with either power source),
it may take a few minutes for the AP to heat up internally before it becomes fully operational.
The AP can be powered by:
•A 10/100/1000 PoE-enabled (802.3af or 802.3at) switch. PoE-enabled switches are available
from HP.
•HP 1-Port 802.3af Gig PoE Power Injector (J9407B).
•HP 1-Port 802.3at Gig PoE Power Injector (JD054A).
CAUTION: If the AP will be powered by a user-supplied PoE power injector, use only a
gigabit-compatible power injector. PoE injectors designed for 10/100 networks only are NOT
compatible with the AP.
6 Preparing for installation

2 Installing
WARNING! This is a general procedure. It is the installer’s responsibility to perform the installation
in accordance with local electrical code and regulations.
Planning the installation
Identify a suitable installation location. The AP is IP67 and NEMA 4X rated, providing protection
against water intrusion and salt fog damage. Local electrical and building codes and regional
regulations will dictate many aspects of your installation. HP recommends that you test transmission
and reception at the proposed location before installing.
You must provide an effective earth ground for the AP. It is rarely sufficient to use a metal pole for
equipment grounding. To ensure safety and electrical protection, you must decide how to route
the Ethernet cable from the building to the AP.
Preparing the weatherproof Ethernet cable
To provide a weatherproof seal, the Ethernet port on the AP uses a custom weatherproof cable
connector (supplied). You must terminate your Ethernet cable with this connector as described in
the following procedure. Cable length must not exceed 100 meters (300 feet). Spare weatherproof
cable connectors are available from HP (5066-1705).
CAUTION: Ruggedized Ethernet cables must be used for outdoor cable runs.
NOTE: All image key references (numbers in parentheses) in this procedure reference Figure 2.
1. Carefully unpack the nine weatherproof connector items from the plastic bag, identifying all
parts as illustrated. If any parts are missing, DO NOT proceed. Contact support to request a
replacement parts kit.
Figure 2 Weatherproof connector parts
7. RJ-45 plug5. Screw nut3. Clamp ring1. Sealing nut
8. RJ-45 gaskets6. Body4. Gasket2. Seal
2. If your Ethernet cable already has an RJ-45 connector on the end that will connect to the AP,
remove the RJ-45 connector by cutting the cable at least 1.2 cm (.5 inch) before the RJ-45
connector. Be sure to make a clean cut with a pair of sharp angle cutters. The complete cut
(through both the cable sheath and all wires) must occur in a single cutting motion.
3. Hold the clamp ring (3) horizontally, with its fingers to the left. Insert the seal (2) into the fingers
on the left end so that it is flush with the end of the fingers. The gasket (4) is beveled on one
side. Insert the gasket (4) into the right end, beveled side facing to the left, pushing it against
the ridge at the end of the threads. The beveled side should face inwards away from the screw
nut (5).
4. Thread the sealing nut (1) onto the left end of the clamp ring (3). Tighten it only enough to
stay attached.
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5. Hold the screw nut (5) vertically, with the open threads facing up, and drop the body (6) into
it, with the RJ-45 connector opening facing up.
6. Hold the clamp ring (3) vertically below the screw nut/body items and screw the body (6)
into the threads on the clamp ring (3). Tighten it only enough to stay attached. Note that the
screw nut (5) remains loose on the body (6).
7. Remove the white backing paper from one of the RJ-45 gaskets (8) and press the glued side
onto the body (6) being very careful to align the gasket (8) with the RJ-45 connector shape
on the body (6).
8. Remove the backing paper from the second RJ-45 gasket (8) and press it over the first one,
being sure to maintain alignment.
9. Hand tighten the threads between body (6) and clamp ring (3). DO NOT tighten between
clamp ring (3) and sealing nut (1). Do not over tighten. Do not tighten with tools.
The connector assembly should now look like this when held horizontally, with the sealing nut
(1) at the left end, and the screw nut (5) over the body (6) on the right.
Figure 3 Weatherproof connector assembly
10. Carefully thread the cleanly-cut end of the Ethernet cable through the sealing nut (1) end of
the connector assembly, and push through approximately 30 cm (1 foot) of cable.
NOTE: The next two steps should be performed by someone with experience building Ethernet
cables.
11. Prepare the cable and attach it to the RJ-45 plug (7) according to the directions included with
your crimping tool.
12. Before continuing, test the cable with a portable Ethernet cable tester to ensure that the RJ-45
plug (7) is correctly connected.
13. Carefully pull the cable slack back through the connector assembly until the RJ-45 plug (7) is
almost touching the body (6). Adjust the cable position so that the RJ-45 plug (7) fits precisely
into the RJ-45 cutout in the body (6), and press down the plastic tab so the plug fits correctly.
14. Hand tighten the threads between sealing nut (1) and clamp ring (3), until the cable is firmly
anchored. Do not over tighten. Do not tighten with tools.
Installing cabling
According to your needs and local electrical codes and regulations, run Ethernet cabling, body
ground wire, and any separate grounding wires as needed for antenna lightning arresters as
described in the respective antenna guide to where the AP will be installed. For the Ethernet cable,
allow for an extra 0.6 meters (two feet) for connector attachment and drip loops. Install an Ethernet
surge suppressor (not supplied) according to its instructions at the location where the Ethernet cable
enters the building. This may not be necessary if the outdoor cable run is very short, for example,
when the AP is mounted on an outdoor wall. The AP includes a built-in Ethernet surge suppressor
for its end of the Ethernet cable.
8 Installing

Mounting the AP
Pole installation
IMPORTANT: The AP and antennas can be mounted on a pole with a diameter of 32 to 57 mm
(1.25 to 2.25 inches). The pole must be capable of supporting the AP and antennas at the maximum
anticipated wind loading.
1. Refer to Figure 4. Locate the AP mounting bracket. Note that the four screw holes (1) are not
used for pole mounting, only wall mounting.
Figure 4 Mounting bracket
1 2 3
4 4
3. Pole cut out1. Screw holes (x4) (screws shown)
4. Bracket bolt hole (x2)2. Pole clamp slot (x4)
2. Refer to Figure 5.
Mounting the AP 9

Figure 5 Mounting Bracket Attached
1
8 8 79
3
2
4
1
1
66
6
4
4
5
7
7. Screw hole (x4)4. Bracket1. Bracket bolt (x2)
8. Pole clamp slot (x4)5. Flat washer (x2)2. Lock washer (x2)
9. Pole cut out6. Bracket post (x2)3. Flat washer (x2)
3. Locate the two bracket bolts (1), the two lock washers (2), and the four flat washers (3, 5).
Onto each bracket bolt (1), thread a lock washer (2) followed by a flat washer (3). Push both
washers against the bracket bolt (1) head.
4. Place the AP on a table with the bracket posts (6) pointing upwards.
5. Position the bracket (4) over the bracket posts (6) so that the holes in the bracket (4) and the
bracket posts (6) align.
6. On one side of the AP, slide in a second flat washer (5) between the bracket (4) and the
bracket post (6), and while holding the edge of this flat washer (5), thread the bracket bolt
(1) (with the lock washer (2) and flat washer (3) already threaded) through the hole in the
bracket (4), through the second flat washer (5), and then screw the bracket bolt (1) sufficiently
into the bracket post (6) so that the threads fully grip.
7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 above for the second bracket bolt (1). The AP with attached bracket
should now look similar to Figure 5.
8. Hold the AP with the Ethernet connector pointing toward the ground near the desired position
on the pole and press the pole cut out (9) against the pole.
9. Refer to Figure 6. For the first pole clamp (4), wrap the pole clamp (4) around the pole (5),
feed it through one pole clamp slot (3) and then back out the other pole clamp slot (3), and
then around the pole (5), and into the pole clamp anchor. Hold the AP firmly against the pole
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(5) at the desired position and then fully tighten the pole clamp screw to anchor the AP against
the pole (5). Attach the second pole clamp (4) in the same manner as the first, also firmly
tightening it.
Figure 6 AP mounted on pole
1 2
5
3
4
4
5. Pole3. Pole clamp slot (x4)1. Bracket post
4. Pole clamp (x2)2. Bracket
10. Rotate the AP body up or down to the desired position and then tighten the bracket bolts to
50 kgf-cm (43.4 lbf-in).
Mounting the AP 11

Wall installation
1. Refer to Figure 7. Hold the mounting bracket as a drilling template against the wall at the
desired position with the two bracket bolt holes (4) facing the left and right sides. Using the
four screw holes on the bracket (1), mark four holes for the screws (wall anchors).
Figure 7 Mounting bracket
1 2 3
4 4
3. Pole cut out1. Screw holes (x4) (screws shown)
4. Bracket bolt hole (x2)2. Pole clamp slot (x4)
2. Drill four holes for the wall anchors, 4.7 mm (3/16 inch) in diameter.
3. Insert the anchors and tap them flush with the wall surface.
4. Fasten the AP bracket to the wall with the provided screws.
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5. Refer to Figure 8. Locate the two bracket bolts (1), the two lock washers (2), and the four flat
washers (3, 5). Onto each bracket bolt (1), thread a lock washer (2) followed by a flat washer
(3). Push both washers against the bracket bolt (1) head.
Figure 8 Mounting Bracket Attached (wall not shown)
1
8 8 79
3
2
4
1
1
66
6
4
4
5
7
7. Screw hole (x4)4. Bracket1. Bracket bolt (x2)
8. Pole clamp slot (x4)5. Flat washer (x2)2. Lock washer (x2)
9. Pole cut out6. Bracket post (x2)3. Flat washer (x2)
6. Hold the AP up to the mounting bracket (4), angling the AP so that it is parallel with the
mounting bracket (4) and the bolt holes align.
7. Have an assistant hold the AP in place with the bolt holes aligned. On one side of the AP,
slide in a second flat washer (5) between the bracket (4) and the bracket post (6), and while
holding the edge of this flat washer (5), thread the bracket bolt (1) (with the lock washer (2)
and flat washer (3) already threaded) through the hole in the bracket (4), through the second
flat washer (5), and then screw the bracket bolt (1) sufficiently into the bracket post (6) so that
the threads fully grip.
8. Repeat step 7 above for the second bracket bolt (1).
Mounting the AP 13

9. Verify that the bracket (4) is now connected to the AP and the wall as illustrated in Figures 8
and 9, respectively.
Figure 9 AP mounted on wall
1 2 3
3. Wall2. Bracket1. Bracket post
10. Rotate the AP up or down to the desired position and then firmly tighten both bracket bolts to
50 kgf-cm (43.4 lbf-in).
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Connecting the AP
Attaching the grounding wire and antennas
1. Refer to Figure 10. Remove the grounding screw (1) from lug on the AP body.
Figure 10 Grounding cable
1
2
2. Grounding cable1. Grounding screw
2. Attach a grounding cable (2), #10 AWG or thicker, with the grounding screw (1).
3. Tighten the grounding screw and ensure that the cable is firmly anchored. Ensure that the
other end of the grounding wire is connected to an earth ground.
4. Install antennas including antenna connector lightning arresters as described in the respective
antenna guide available online (search by antenna part number). An HP Lightning Arrester
(J8996A) Guide is also available online.
Connecting the AP 15

Attaching the Ethernet cable
1. Refer to Figure 11. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector (see “AP key
components (bottom end)” (page 4)).
Figure 11 Drip loop
3
1
2
3. 25 cm (10 inches)2. 15 cm (6 inches)1. Pole
2. Create a drip loop in the Ethernet cable below the AP. A drip loop provides additional
protection against water running down the Ethernet cable and into the connector. Form the
loop as shown here. Make sure that the distance between the loop start and end points is at
least 15 cm (6 inches), and that the cable hangs down at least 25 cm (10 inches).
3. See “Weatherproof connector parts” (page 7). Mate the RJ-45 plug with the socket on the
AP, hold it firmly in place, and tighten the screw nut by hand. Do not over tighten. Do not
tighten with tools.
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3 Initially configuring (autonomous mode)
This procedure describes how to switch a factory-default AP from controlled mode (the default) to
autonomous mode and then perform its initial configuration and establish a wireless connection
through the AP to the Internet.
Understanding operating modes
The AP can operate in one of two modes: controlled (the default) or autonomous. Switching modes
resets all configuration settings to factory defaults.
•Controlled mode: To become operational, the AP must establish a management tunnel with
an MSM7xx Controller running at least v5.7.x software. The controller manages the AP and
provides all configuration settings. Discovery of the controller is automatic if default settings
are used on the AP and the controller, and both devices are on the same subnet.
NOTE: For controlled-mode configuration, see “Working with controlled APs” in the MSM7xx
Controllers Configuration Guide.
•Autonomous mode: After being switched to autonomous mode, the AP operates as a stand-alone
AP. You configure and manage an autonomous AP by using its Web-based management tool,
as described in this section.
Configuring your computer
1. Disconnect your computer LAN port and configure it to use a static IP address in the range
192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254, and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 as described in your
operating system documentation. Set the default gateway to 192.168.1.1, and DNS server
to 192.168.1.1.
2. Disable any wireless connection on your computer.
Connecting the cables and powering on the AP
1. Connect the cables:
•If using a PoE switch, use Ethernet cables to connect your computer and the AP to an
unused factory-default PoE switch.
•If using a PoE injector, use Ethernet cables to connect your computer to the data in port
of the PoE injector and the AP to the data and power out port of the PoE injector.
NOTE: Straight-through Ethernet cables are to be used. Although not required, crossover
cables are also supported.
2. Power on the AP by powering on the PoE switch or injector. Initially, the AP Power LED will
blink once every two seconds. Wait approximately a minute until it begins blinking once per
second before proceeding to the next step.
Switching the AP to autonomous mode
NOTE: A factory-default AP is assumed.
1. In a Web browser on the computer connected to the AP, open page: https://192.168.1.1.
2. A security certificate warning may be displayed the first time you connect to the management
tool. Select whatever option is needed in your Web browser to continue to the management
tool.
Understanding operating modes 17

3. On the Login page, specify admin for both Username and Password and then select Login.
The AP management tool home page opens.
4. Select Switch to Autonomous Mode and confirm the change. The AP restarts in autonomous
mode.
NOTE: To avoid a delay after switching modes, clear the ARP (address resolution protocol)
cache on your computer. In Windows for example, from the Windows Start menu, select Run
and enter “arp -d” (without the quotes). Select OK.
Table 1 Status LED behavior in autonomous mode
DescriptionStatusLED
The AP has no power.OffPower
The AP is starting up. If the Power LED continues to blink after several minutes, it
indicates that the software failed to load. Reset or power cycle the AP. If this
condition persists, contact HP customer support.
Blinking
The AP is fully operational.On
The port is not connected or there is no activity.OffEthernet
The port is transmitting or receiving data.Blinking
The radio is transmitting or receiving data.BlinkingRadio
Logging in
1. Wait until the Power LED stops blinking and remains on.
2. On the Login page, specify admin for both Username and Password and then select Login.
3. Click through the other prompts for License and Registration.
4. In some regions, a Country prompt appears. Select the country in which the AP will operate.
CAUTION: The correct country must be selected. See “Important information to read before
installing” (page 5).
5. At the password prompt HP recommends that you change the default password and select
Save. Passwords must be at least six characters long and include four different characters. If
you forget this password, you will have to reset the AP to factory defaults to regain access.
The management tool is organized with menus and sub-menus. Instructions for making menu
selections, such as “select Wireless > Local mesh,” instruct you to select the Wireless menu
and then the Local mesh sub-menu, as follows:
Figure 12 Selecting Wireless > Local mesh
Configuring basic wireless protection
HP recommends that you at least configure basic wireless protection. See “Wireless protection”
in the MSM3xx / MSM4xx APs Configuration Guide. To configure basic WPA protection:
1. Select VSC > HP and then enable Wireless protection and set it to WPA.
2. Under Mode, select WPA or WPA2, then under Key source, select Preshared key and specify
a key of at least 20 characters.
3. Select Save.
18 Initially configuring (autonomous mode)

Assigning an IP address to the AP
By default the AP operates as a DHCP client. This means that if the network has a DHCP server,
the AP will automatically receive a new IP address in place of its default address of 192.168.1.1
upon connecting to the network. Use one of the following methods to assign an IP address to the
AP:
•Pre-configure the DHCP server to assign a specific IP address to the AP. To do this you need
to specify the AP Ethernet MAC address and a reserved IP address on the DHCP server. The
AP Ethernet MAC address is listed on the management tool Home page as Ethernet base MAC
address.
•Let the DHCP server automatically assign an IP address: By default, the DHCP server will assign
an IP address after the AP connects to the network. After the DHCP server has assigned the
AP an IP address, you can then find the IP address of the AP by looking for its Ethernet base
MAC address in the DHCP server log. For example after Step 4 below, you could go to the
DHCP server log to retrieve the IP address assigned to the AP.
•Assign a static IP address to the AP: The address must be on the same subnet as the network
to which the AP will connect and must not be in use by any other device.
1. Select Network > DNS, and set the DNS server address. Select Save.
2. Select Network > Ports > Bridge port.
3. Select Static and then Configure. For IP address set a unique address that is on the same
subnet as the network to which the AP will connect after installation. Respect any DHCP
server-mandated static address ranges. Also set Mask and Default gateway.
4. Select Save. Connection to the management tool is lost. You can later reconnect to the
management tool by specifying the new IP address.
Testing the wireless network
For the purposes of this example, the network must have a DHCP server and an Internet connection.
Broadband routers typically include a DHCP server.
1. Disconnect your computer from the PoE switch or injector.
2. Power off the AP by disconnecting the Ethernet cable from the AP or PoE power source.
3. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the switch or the data in port of the injector to the network.
4. Reconnect and power on the AP. Use an Ethernet cable to reconnect the AP to the PoE switch
or the data and power out port of the injector.
5. Enable the wireless network interface of your computer, and ensure that it is set to obtain an
IP address and a DNS address automatically as described in your operating system
documentation.
6. By default, the AP creates a wireless network named HP in the 5GHz band for 802.11n and
802.11a users. Connect your computer to this wireless network, specifying the pre-shared
key you set earlier in Step 2 of “Configuring basic wireless protection” (page 18).
7. Confirm that you can browse the Internet using the wireless network.
Before performing additional configuration
Configure your computer LAN port and connect it to the same network as the AP. Re-launch the
AP management tool at https://<IP address> where <IP address> is the AP IP address from
“Assigning an IP address to the AP” (page 19) above.
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4 Working with antennas
For antenna installation information, refer to the respective antenna guide. Important safety
information is included in each antenna guide.
Available antennas
Only the following antennas are approved for use with the AP. Compatible indoor antennas are
shown only for those who choose to install an AP in an indoor location.
NOTE: For indoor installations, indoor antennas can be used with the AP; however, RP-SMA to
standard N connector adapters (not supplied) are required to connect indoor antennas to the AP.
Table 2 AP Available Antennas
ElementsUseGainBandTypePart
3Outdoor6dBi2.4GHzOmni-directionalJ9719A
3Outdoor8dBi5GHzOmni-directionalJ9720A
3Outdoor8/10.7dBi2.4/5GHzNarrow Beam SectorJ9169A
3Outdoor10.9/13.5dBi2.4/5GHzDirectionalJ9170A
3Indoor3/4dBi2.4/5GHzOmni-directionalJ9171A
6Indoor2.5/6dBi2.4/5GHzOmni-directionalJ9659A
WARNING! When using the AP outdoors, you must ensure that a lightning arrester is used on
each antenna connector (total of six). Lightening Arresters (not supplied) are available from HP
(J8996A).
CAUTION: Depending on the country of use, the antenna selected, and your radio settings, it
may be mandatory to reduce the radio transmission power level to maintain regulatory compliance.
For specific power limits for your country, consult the HP MSM466-R External Antenna RF Power-level
Setting Guide available from www.hp.com/support/manuals (search for your antenna).
NOTE: The J9169A Narrow Beam Sector Antenna and the J9170A Directional Antenna are not
certified for use with the MSM466-R (J9717A) (Japan) product model.
20 Working with antennas