Motorola AP-6521 Series User manual

AP-6521 Series Access Point
Installation Guide

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1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.0 Hardware Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Access Point Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4 Wall Mount Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.5 Suspended Ceiling T-Bar Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.6 Above the Ceiling (Plenum) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.7 LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.0 Defining a Basic Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1 Using the Initial Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.0 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.1 Electrical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.2 Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.3 Radio Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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5.0 Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
6.0 Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Support Center . . . . . . . . . .50

Introduction 1
1 Introduction
AP-6521 Series access points are components of Motorola Solutions Wireless Controller System. An
AP-6521 links wireless 802.11a/b/g/n devices to the controller, enabling the growth of your wireless
network with a cost-effective alternative to standard access points. The AP-6521 Series access point
is an enterprise class 802.11n access point, installed in minutes anywhere a CAT-5e (or better) cable
is located.
An AP-6521 Series access point utilizes a setup wizard to define its operational mode as either a
Dependent mode AP, Standalone AP or Virtual Controller AP.
AP-6521 Series access points ship with a single dual-band radio supporting the 802.11a/b/g/n radio
bands. For more information on available SKUs, refer to the following:
The AP-6521 series Access Point is approved under MODEL: NCAP-500.
Motorola Solutions recommends the access point receive power and transfer data through the same
CAT-5e (or better) Ethernet cable using a Motorola Solutions Power Injector. The Power Injector
(Part No. AP-PSBIAS-2P2-AFR) is an 802.3af PoE injector. For information, see “Power Injector
System” on page 7.
A separate power supply (Part No. PWRS-147376-01R) is also available if you do not wish to use a
Power Injector. This standard power supply just supplies power to the access point’s power connector
and does not converge power and Ethernet within a single cable connection.
Part Number Description
AP-6521-60010-US 802.11a/b/g/n single radio, integrated antenna, high power,
United States model
AP-6521-60020-US 802.11a/b/g/n single radio, external antenna, high power,
United States model
AP-6521-60010-WR 802.11a/b/g/n single radio, integrated antenna, high power,
World Wide model
AP-6521-60020-WR 802.11a/b/g/n single radio, external antenna, high power,
World Wide model

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1.1 Document Conventions
The following graphical alerts are used in this guide to indicate notable situations:
1.2 Warnings
•Read all installation instructions and site survey reports, and verify correct equipment
installation before connecting the access point.
•Verify any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.
•Verify there is adequate ventilation around the device, and ambient temperatures meet
equipment operation specifications.
NOTE Tips, hints, or special requirements that you should take note of.
CAUTION Care is required. Disregarding a caution can result in data loss or
equipment malfunction.
WARNING! Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
!

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1.3 Site Preparation
•Consult your site survey and network analysis to determine specific equipment placement,
power drops etc.
•Assign installation responsibility to the appropriate personnel.
•Identify and document where all installed components are located.
•Ensure adequate, dust-free ventilation to all installed equipment.
•Prepare Ethernet port connections.
•Verify cabling is within the maximum 100 meter allowable length.
1.4 Package Contents
The access point ships with the following:
•One AP-6521 Series access point
•Installation Guide (This Guide)
•Rubber Wall Mount Spacers (4)
•LED light pipe and badge
•Wall mount screw and anchor kit
1.5 Features
•One RJ-45 console connector
•One RJ-45 Ethernet connector
•LED Indicators
•Safety wire tie point
•Wall mount slots
•Clips for suspended T-Bar mounting
•DC power connector
An AP-6521 Series access point has one RJ-45 connector supporting an 10/100/1000 Ethernet port
connection and requires 802.3af compliant power from an external source.
The access point contains runtime firmware which enables the unit to boot after either a power up
or a watchdog reset. The runtime firmware on the access point can be updated via the Ethernet
interface.

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2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Installation Instructions
An AP-6521 Series access point can attach to a wall, mount under a suspended T-Bar or mount above
a ceiling. Selecting a mounting option based on the physical environment of the coverage area. Do
not mount the access point in a location that has not been approved in a site survey.
To prepare for an installation, perform the following:
1. Verify the contents of the box includes the intended access point and accessory hardware.
2. Review site survey and network analysis reports to determine the location and mounting
position for the access point.
3. Connect a CAT-5e or better Ethernet cable to a PoE compatible device and run the cable to
the installation site. Ensure there is sufficient cable slack to perform the installation steps.
4. Determine whether the access point is powered using a Power Injector system, combining
data and power to the access point’s GE1/PoE port or will be powered from a conventional
power adapter providing power only to the access point’s DC-48V connector.
2.2 Precautions
Before installing an access point:
• Verify the intended deployment location is not prone to moisture or dust.
• Verify the environment has a continuous temperature range between 0° C to 40° C.

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2.3 Access Point Placement
For optimal performance, install the access point away from transformers, heavy-duty motors,
fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial equipment. Signal loss can
occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Install the access point in an open
area or add access points as needed to improve coverage.
Antenna coverage is analogous to lighting. Users might find an area lit from far away to be not bright
enough. An area lit sharply might minimize coverage and create dark areas. Uniform antenna
placement in an area (like even placement of a light bulb) provides even, efficient coverage.
Place the access point using the following guidelines:
• Install the access point at an ideal height of 10 feet from the ground.
• Orient the access point antennas vertically for best reception.
• Point the access point antennas downward if attaching to the ceiling (external antenna
models only).
To maximize the access point’s radio coverage area, Motorola Solutions recommends conducting a
site survey to define and document radio interference obstacles before installing the access point.
2.3.1 Antenna Options
Motorola Solutions supports two antenna suites for the single radio, dual-band AP-6521 Series
access point. One antenna suite supporting the 2.4 GHz band, and another antenna suite supporting
the 5 GHz band. Select an antenna best suited to the intended operational environment of your access
point.

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The 2.4 GHz antenna suite includes the following models:
Part Number Antenna Type Approximate Gain (dBi)
ML-2452-APA2-01 Dipole 3
ML-2452-HPA5-036 Dipole 2.9
ML-2499-HPA3-01R Dipole 4.6
ML-2499-APA2-01R Dipole 2
ML-2452-APA2GA1-01 Dipole 2
ML-2452-PNA5-01R Panel 4.5
ML-2452-PTA3M3-36 Patch 5
ML-2499-SD3-01R Patch 4.8
Internal Antenna PIFA 2.4