Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex P300 Installation instructions manual

Copyright © 2017 Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
Published April 2017, Part Number 800-70937-001 Rev C
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P300 Wireless Bridge
Mounting Guide
This Mounting Guide provides information on how to configure the Ruckus
Wireless P300 802.11ac point-to-point and point-to-multipoint outdoor
wireless bridge on the network. The P300 can use its internal 5GHz
antennas, or can optionally use a two-port customer-ordered external
5GHz antenna. After completing the steps described in this Guide, you will
be able to use the P300 wireless bridge. The rest of this guide refers to the
P300 wireless bridge as the P300, root bridge, or non-root bridge.
The P300 can be ordered either as an unconfigured single P300, or as a
pre-configured matched pair of P300s. These P300s are almost always
installed in pairs, where one is configured as a root bridge and the other as
a non-root bridge.
The P300 can be deployed as a root bridge connected to the Ethernet
backhaul, or can be deployed as a non-root bridge connected to the root
bridge via the wireless link. The P300 can be equipped with customer-
purchased external 5GHz antennas to increase the root bridge-to-non-root
bridge connectivity range, or to increase the number of non-root bridges
that a root bridge can communicate with.
Figure 1. P300s deployed as root bridge and non-root bridge
Note 1: When deployed in the root bridge--non-root bridge -to- root
bridge--non-root bridge configuration, the two wireless links must use
different SSIDs.
Note 2: When two P300s are mounted closely together (for instance, on
the same pole), make sure that the active antennas are mounted at least
one meter (39.3 inches) apart. When there is more separation, it is less
likely that either P300 will experience avoidable RF interference. If possible,
the units should be on different channels, but this separation should be
maintained even when the P300s are using different channels.
Before You Begin
Before deploying Ruckus Wireless products, please check for the latest
software and the release documentation.
• User Guides and Release Notes are available at
http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents
• Software Upgrades are available at
http://support.ruckuswireless.com/software
• Open Source information is available at
http://opensource.ruckuswireless.com
• Software License and Limited Warranty are available at
http://support.ruckuswireless.com/warranty
Safety Warnings
•WARNING! Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to
install, replace, or service this equipment. The professional installer is
responsible for the proper installation and configuration of this P300.
The P300 installation must comply with local regulatory requirements,
especially with those regulating operation near military and/or weather
radar systems.
•WARNING! Installation of this equipment must comply with local and
national electrical codes.
•WARNING! Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you wear eye
protection before mounting the P300.
•WARNING! The Ruckus Wireless PoE injector (ordered separately) is
for indoor use only. Never mount the PoE injector outdoors with the
P300.
•CAUTION: Make sure that you form a 80mm - 130mm (3”-5”) drip
loop in any cable that is attached to the P300 or the building. This will
prevent water from running along the cable and entering the P300 or
the building where the cable terminates.
•CAUTION: Be sure that grounding is available and that it meets local
and national electrical codes. For additional lightning protection, use
lightning rods and lightning arrestors.
•NOTE: Allowable external antenna types and antenna gains may be
limited by local regulatory requirements.
Package Contents
Before deploying your P300, verify that all items listed below are included in
the package. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized
Ruckus Wireless sales representative.
One or two P300 kits, depending on ordered part:
• 901-P300-xx01, P300, 802.11ac 5GHz point-to-point wireless bridge,
includes one P300 kit
• 901-P300-xx02, P300, 802.11ac 5GHz point-to-point wireless bridge,
pre-provisioned pair, includes two P300 kits
where ‘xx’ is a country-specific code.
Each P300 kit contains:
• One P300, which includes a 12mm stainless steel M6x1 Phillips earth
ground screw with split lock and flat washers (A in Figure 2)
• One M25 data cable gland (B in Figure 2)
• One green/yellow earth ground wire with ring terminal (C in Figure 2)
• One wall- or pole-mounting bracket (D in Figure 2)
• One U-joint bracket (E in Figure 2)
• One linkage bracket with two serrated external-tooth lock washers (F
in Figure 2)
• One P300 bracket (G in Figure 2)
• Two sets 50mm stainless steel M8x1.25 hex bolt with split lock and
flat washers (H in Figure 2)
• Four SAE32-sized stainless steel clamps, 38.1mm to 63.5mm (1.5" to
2.5") inner diameter (I in Figure 2)
• Four sets stainless steel 8mm M4x0.7 pan head Phillips screws with
split lock and flat washers (J in Figure 2)
• Eight sets stainless steel 0.5-inch x 0.250-28 hex bolt with split lock
and flat washers (K in Figure 2)
• Service Level Agreement/Limited Warranty Statement
• Regulatory Statement
• Declaration of Conformity, if required
• P300 Wireless Bridge Quick Setup Guide
• This Mounting Guide
•N-Type Connector Sealing Instructions
NOTE: This kit includes extra bolts, nuts and washers. You may use the
extras wherever required.
Figure 2. P300 field-installation kit contents
LEDs and Indications
The P300 has five LEDs visible on the outside of the chassis. The LEDs
have two different operating modes, and the LEDs can be manually turned
on and off by the operator. Refer to Table 1 for a description of these LEDs
and their operating modes.
Note: This Mounting Guide is designed to work with the P300
Wireless Bridge Quick Setup Guide. Complete the procedures in the
Quick Setup Guide before continuing with this document.
Note: The minimum software revision for the P300 is base image
100.1.0.9 or later. FlexMaster requires firmware 9.12 and later to
manage the P300.
non-root bridge
non-root bridge
root bridge
root bridge
non-root bridge
Table 1. P300 LED indications
LED Normal Mode Aiming Mode (all green)
PWR • Red = booting
• Green = normal
operation
Aiming Strength 4
• Solid: Min + 36 RSSI (RSSI >= 42)
• Blinking: Min + 32 RSSI
(42> RSSI >= 36)
CTL • Off = standalone
operation
• Other modes = to be
determined
Aiming Strength 3
• Solid: Min + 24 RSSI (36 > RSSI >= 30)
• Blinking: Min + 18 RSSI
(30 > RSSI >= 24)
ROOT • Off = non root bridge
• Solid green = root
bridge
Aiming Strength 2
• Solid: Min + 12 RSSI (24 > RSSI >= 18)
• Blinking: Min + 6 RSSI
(18 > RSSI >= 12)
5G • Off = radio down
• Solid green = radio
up & link up
• Flashing green =
radio up but no link
Aiming Strength 1
• Solid: RSSI >= Configured Minimum
(12 > RSSI >= 6)
• Blinking: RSSI < Configured minimum
(Default: 6 which is configurable)
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Continue with the following:
•Configuring the P300
•Physical Installation
•Troubleshooting
CONFIGURING THE P300
Refer to the P300 Wireless Bridge Quick Setup Guide. After you have
completed the procedures in that guide, continue with Physical Installation.
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
There are some information that you need to install the P300:
•Aiming and Reset Buttons
•Aiming Point-to-Point P300s
•Aiming Point-to-Multipoint P300s
•General Installation Notes
•Step 1: Verifying the Package Contents
•Step 2: Collecting Tools and Materials
•Step 3: Assembling the RJ-45 Cable and the Cable Gland
•Step 4: Attaching the U-Joint Bracket to the Mounting Bracket
•Step 5a: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Flat Surface
•Step 5b: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Metal Pole
•Step 6: Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint Bracket
•Step 7: Assembling the P300 Bracket and the P300
•Step 8: Attaching the P300 Bracket and P300 to the Linkage Bracket
•Step 9: Mounting and Connecting a 5GHz External Antenna (optional)
•Step 10: Earth Grounding the P300 (optional)
•Step 11: Connecting and Sealing the RJ-45 Cable
Aiming and Reset Buttons
The P300 has two buttons inside the PoE IN port: the Aiming button and
the Reset button. The Aiming button is inside the P300 closer to the P300
LEDs (A in Figure 3), and the Reset button is inside the P300 farther away
from the P300 LEDs (B in Figure 3).
Figure 3. P300 Aiming and Reset buttons
• Press and hold the Aiming button (closer to the LEDs) to put the P300
into aiming mode, and then point the P300 antenna toward the far-
end P300 antenna. Note: The P300 remains in aiming mode for 15
minutes after aiming is started.
• Press the Reset button (farther away from the LEDs) to reboot the
P300.
• Press and hold the Reset button (farther away from the LEDs) for six
seconds to reset the P300 to factory defaults.
CAUTION: DO NOT DO THIS UNLESS SO INSTRUCTED. Doing this
resets the P300 IP address to 192.168.2.1.
Aiming Point-to-Point P300s
The P300 throughput depends on an accurate alignment of the two
communicating P300s, because the highest throughput is generally
achieved with the strongest signal. The P300 is equipped with an internal
aiming function that is based on the received signal strength indicator
(RSSI) power measurement. Note: Table 1 lists the signal strengths
associated with each of the LEDs.
1Press and hold the Aiming button (closer to the LEDs) to put the P300
into aiming mode, and then point the P300 antenna toward the far-
end P300 antenna. (The P300 remains in aiming mode for 15 minutes
after aiming is started.)
2Use the 5G through PWR LEDs to determine the signal strength.
When all four 5G through PWR LEDs are solid green, the P300 is
receiving the strongest signal possible. If some LEDs are flashing
green or off, reposition the P300 antenna to achieve a better signal.
When the highest number of LEDs are solid green, tighten the antenna
or P300 mount to align the antenna with the strongest signal.
3Repeat this procedure for the far-end P300.
4Continue with the P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide to verify associa-
tion between the P300s.
Aiming Point-to-Multipoint P300s
In a point-to-multipoint installation, the aiming procedure is slightly
different.
1Choose the “optimal pair” (one root bridge and one non-root bridge)
for your network. The “optimal pair” can be determined by placement
location, throughput requirements, or other factors.
For example, if you are installing three non-root bridges spaced away
from each other, you would likely want to choose the one closest to
the middle of the root bridge coverage area. This can help provide an
optimal balance of performance for all three non-root bridges.
2Complete the aiming procedure for the selected “optimal pair” first, as
described in Aiming Point-to-Point P300s.
3Repeat the aiming procedure for each additional non-root bridge,
while leaving the root bridge antenna fixed.
4Continue with the P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide to verify associa-
tion between the P300s.
General Installation Notes
• The P300 wireless links perform best when the P300s are mounted
within line of sight of each other (see Figure 1). In general, Ruckus
Wireless recommends installing P300s away from obstructions and
sources of interference.
• Ruckus Wireless also recommends installing the root bridge on the
network end of the bridged link and the non-root bridge on the remote
end.
• In a point to multipoint configuration, there are many factors to
consider. First, note that the maximum angle from the root bridge is
30 degrees when using the internal antenna, and is whatever angle is
supported by an external antenna. As you get closer to the maximum
angle supported by the antenna, throughput performance decreases.
If you go beyond the supported antenna angle, performance is
drastically impacted to the point that connectivity may be completely
lost.
Second, consider the difference in distance from the root bridge. If one
non-root bridge is at placed at a great distance from the root bridge,
and another non-root bridge is very close, performance may be
impacted due to different time delays between the two transmission
links.
• The P300 can use its internal 5GHz antennas, or can optionally use a
two-port external 5GHz antenna.
• The minimum distance between P300 antennas is 1 meter (39.3
inches).
•SeeFigure 4 for installation components for a typical outdoor P300
installation.
Figure 4. Typical PoE installation components
Step 1: Verifying the Package Contents
Before deploying your P300 in the field, verify that all items listed in
Package Contents are included in the package. If any item is damaged or
missing, notify your authorized Ruckus Wireless sales representative.
Step 2: Collecting Tools and Materials
• Torque wrench or torque screwdriver with sockets and bits
• Adjustable wrench
• Customer-supplied outdoor-rated Cat5e UTP RJ-45 Ethernet cable
with 4.0mm to 6.5mm (0.17" to 0.26") round cable sheath
• Thin probe
If you are mounting the P300 on a flat surface, then you will also need:
• Customer-supplied wall anchors with up to M6 or 0.25” stainless steel
screws rated to withstand 128 N or 28.8 lbf (required to withstand
wind loads of 266km/h or 165mph)
• Electric drill with drill bits and customer-supplied wall anchors
If you are mounting the P300 on a pipe or pole, then you will also need:
• A 38.1mm to 63.5mm (1.5" to 2.5") pipe or pole
• Four factory-supplied steel clamps
Continue with Step 3: Assembling the RJ-45 Cable and the Cable Gland.
Step 3: Assembling the RJ-45 Cable and the Cable
Gland
The P300 uses one RJ-45 cable for data and Power over Ethernet (PoE) as
shown in Figure 4. Assemble the P300 end of the cable and the M25 data
cable gland as shown in Figure 5.
1Using the adjustable wrench, remove the cable gland from the P300.
AIM • Green = aiming
mode
• Off = normal mode
• Green = aiming mode (Note)
• Off = normal operation mode
Note: The P300 remains in aiming mode for 15 minutes after aiming is
started.
Table 1. P300 LED indications
LED Normal Mode Aiming Mode (all green)
BA
Indoor
Router
or switch Cat5 Ethernet
cables
Surge
protector
Outdoor
Drip
loop
Drip
loop
Ground
rod
Ground
screw
Outdoor-rated
Cat5e UTP cable
5.5mm2(10AWG)
min solid-core wire
Ruckus P300
Wireless Bridge
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2Feed the end of the RJ-45 cable through the sealing nut (D in Figure
5), rubber sealing insert (C), clamping ring assembly (B) and cable
gland base (A).
Figure 5. RJ-45 cable and cable gland assembly
3Connect a PoE-powered cable to the Ethernet port in the P300.
4After the P300 boots up, verify that the PWR LED on the P300 is a
steady green.
NOTE: The P300s at both end of each link need to be powered on to
complete the aiming steps.
NOTE: DO NOT ASSEMBLE THE CABLE GLAND TO THE P300 AT THIS
TIME!
Continue with Step 4: Attaching the U-Joint Bracket to the Mounting
Bracket.
Step 4: Attaching the U-Joint Bracket to the
Mounting Bracket
1Position the U-joint bracket on the mounting bracket.
NOTE: Mount the U-joint bracket in any direction on the mounting bracket,
preferably to allow P300 azimuth adjustments. Then the P300 bracket
allows P300 elevation adjustments.
Figure 6. U-joint bracket attached horizontally to the mounting bracket
2Use four 0.250-28 hex bolt and washer sets (A) to mount the U-joint
bracket (B) to the mounting bracket (C). Tighten the bolts to 9.5 N.m
(7 ft-lbs).
Continue with Step 5a: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Flat Surface or
Step 5b: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Metal Pole.
Step 5a: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Flat
Surface
Note: The minimum distance between P300 antennas is 1 meter (39.3
inches).
1Place the mounting bracket at the location on the flat surface where
you want to mount the P300. Use the holes on the mounting bracket
as a template to mark the locations of the mounting holes.
Figure 7. Mounting bracket flat surface holes
2Remove the mounting bracket from the flat surface.
3Drill holes required for the mounting hardware.
4Attach the mounting bracket to the flat surface using the mounting
hardware.
5Using the mounting hardware instructions, tighten the hardware to
secure the mounting bracket.
Continue with Step 6: Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint
Bracket.
Step 5b: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Metal
Pole
Note: The minimum distance between P300 antennas is 1 meter (39.3
inches).
1Insert the open end of one steel clamp into the upper two slots on the
mounting bracket.
2Take the other steel clamp and insert it into the lower two slots on the
mounting bracket.
NOTE: The clamps can be daisy-chained together to accommodate larger
poles.
3Use the clamps to attach the mounting bracket to the pole. Tighten
the clamps to 3 N.m or 27 in-lbs, or per manufacturer’s specifications.
Figure 8. Attaching the mounting bracket to a vertical pole
Continue with Step 6: Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint
Bracket.
Step 6: Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint
Bracket
The linkage bracket attaches to the U-joint bracket using an M8 bolt and
washer set. The linkage bracket is symmetrical, and either end can be
attached to the U-joint bracket.
NOTE: Make sure that linkage bracket is installed with its serrated external-
tooth lock washer on the inside of the U-joint bracket flanges. This ensures
that the azimuth adjustment does not change.
1Loosely assemble the linkage bracket (A), the U-joint bracket (B), one
serrated external-tooth lock washer (C), and one M8 bolt and washer
set (D).
Figure 9. Attaching the linkage bracket to the U-joint bracket
2If the P300 is going to use its internal 5GHz antenna, then use the pro-
cedure described in Aiming Point-to-Point P300s to set the azimuth
for the best P300 reception.
3Tighten the M8 bolt to 13.6 N-m (10 ft-lbs).
NOTE: You may need to repeat this aiming procedure at the far end of the
P300 link.
Continue with Step 7: Assembling the P300 Bracket and the P300.
Step 7: Assembling the P300 Bracket and the P300
1Place the P300 bracket onto the back side of the P300 so that the four
larger screw holes on the bracket align with the four screw holes on
the P300. Make sure that the end of the P300 bracket with the hoist-
ing loop is on the same side as the P300 N-type antenna connectors.
Figure 10. Attaching the P300 bracket to the P300
2Use four 8mm M4x0.7 pan head Phillips screw with split lock and flat
washer sets to mount the P300 bracket to the P300. Tighten the
screws to 2.5-3.0 N.m or 22-27 in-lbs.
CAUTION: Make sure that the screws are no longer than 8mm. If a screw
is longer than 8mm, it can damage the P300 chassis.
Continue with Step 8: Attaching the P300 Bracket and P300 to the Linkage
Bracket.
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Step 8: Attaching the P300 Bracket and P300 to the
Linkage Bracket
The P300 bracket attaches to the linkage bracket using an M8 bolt and
washer set. The linkage bracket is symmetrical, and either end can be
attached to the P300 bracket.
NOTE: Make sure that linkage bracket is installed with its serrated external-
tooth lock washer on the inside of the P300 bracket flanges. This ensures
that the elevation adjustment does not change.
1If required, then suspend the P300 by attaching a carabiner to the
hoisting loop on the P300 bracket.
2As described in Step 6: Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint
Bracket, loosely assemble the P300 bracket (shown in Figure 10), the
linkage bracket (A in Figure 9), the second serrated external-tooth lock
washer (B), and the second M8 bolt and washer set (D).
CAUTION: Make sure that the PoE IN port points downward to help
prevent water intrusion.
Figure 11. P300 bracket and P300 attached to the linkage bracket on pole
3If the P300 is going to use its internal 5GHz antenna, then use the pro-
cedure described in Aiming Point-to-Point P300s to set the elevation
for the best P300 reception.
4Tighten the M8 bolt to 13.6 N-m (10 ft-lbs).
NOTE: You may need to repeat this aiming procedure at the far end of the
P300 link.
CAUTION: If you are not connecting external antennas to the P300, then
make sure that the metal caps remain installed and securely fastened to
protect the interfaces from elements, such as water and dirt.
Continue with Step 9: Mounting and Connecting a 5GHz External Antenna
(optional).
Step 9: Mounting and Connecting a 5GHz External
Antenna (optional)
Note: The minimum distance between P300 antennas is 1 meter (39.3
inches).
1Disconnect the P300 from the PoE power source.
2Unscrew the metal caps that protect the P300 antenna connectors.
Place the metal caps in a safe place for later use.
3If the antennas come with RF coaxial cables (for example, a patch
antenna), then physically mount the antennas at your desired location,
preferably on the same mounting structure as the P300.
NOTE: Mount the external antennas at least 20cm (7.9”) away from each
other and other antennas.
4Connect the 5GHz antenna(s) to one or both of the female N-type
antenna connectors on the P300. Use a torque wrench to tighten the
connectors to 1.58 N.m (14 in-lbs).
If you are using a single-port antenna, then you can use either P300
antenna port.
5Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connectors as described in
the N-Type Connector Sealing Instructions.
6Reconnect both P300s to their PoE power sources.
7Using the procedure described in Aiming Point-to-Point P300s, set the
azimuth and elevation for the best reception on both P300s.
CAUTION: If you are not connecting external antennas to the P300, then
make sure that the metal caps remain installed and securely fastened to
protect the connectors from elements, such as water and dirt.
Continue with Step 10: Earth Grounding the P300 (optional).
Step 10: Earth Grounding the P300 (optional)
CAUTION: Make sure that earth grounding is available and that it meets
local and national electrical codes. For additional lightning protection, use
lightning rods and lightning arrestors.
NOTE: The color coding of ground wires varies by region. Before
completing this step, check your local wiring standards for guidance.
• Using the factory-supplied ground wire and ground screw/washer set,
connect a good earth ground to the P300 chassis ground point (see
Figure 12).
CAUTION: The P300 includes a 12mm stainless steel M6x1 earth ground
screw with split lock and flat washers. Make sure that any replacement
screw is no longer than 12mm. If a screw is longer than 12mm, it can
damage the P300 chassis.
Figure 12. Connect good earth ground to P300 here
Continue with Step 11: Connecting and Sealing the RJ-45 Cable.
Step 11: Connecting and Sealing the RJ-45 Cable
The P300 uses one RJ-45 cable for Power over Ethernet (PoE). Connect
and seal the cable using the M25 data cable gland.
1If not already done, then use the instructions in Step 3: Assembling the
RJ-45 Cable and the Cable Gland to assemble the RJ-45 cable, seal-
ing nut (D in Figure 13), rubber sealing insert (C), clamping ring assem-
bly (B) and cable gland base (A).
Figure 13. RJ-45 cable and cable gland assembly
2If not already done, then connect the cable to the Ethernet port in the
P300.
3Tighten the cable gland base into the P300 chassis to 7 N.m or 62 in-
lbs.
4Wrap the clamping ring assembly around the rubber sealing insert.
Make sure that the clamping ring assembly fully encloses the rubber
sealing insert.
5Seat the clamping ring assembly and rubber sealing insert in the cable
gland base.
6Tighten the sealing nut to 1.1 N.m or 10 in-lbs, or until the rubber seal-
ing insert is compressed.
Congratulations! You have mounted your P300.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION: If required, you can reset the P300 to its factory default settings
by pressing and holding the reset button located inside the PoE IN port, on
the side farther from the P300 LEDs, for six seconds. DO NOT DO THIS
UNLESS SO INSTRUCTED. (Doing this resets the P300 IP address to
192.168.2.1.)
NOTE: After a reset, you can access the internal P300 web interface using
https://192.168.2.1 for a root bridge or https://192.168.2.254 for a non-
root bridge). Your device must use any other address from 192.168.2.2
through 192.168.2.253, with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. The username
is super, and the password is sp-admin. Refer to the P300 Wireless
Bridge User Guide available at
https://support.ruckuswireless.com.
NOTE: After an P300 is removed from its mounting, it may drip some water
from the channel surrounding the radome. As long as the P300 has been
operating normally, this incidental water collection and dripping is normal,
and is not service-affecting.
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