Ruijie Reyee RG-RAP52-OD Installation and operating manual

Ruijie Reyee RG-RAP52-OD
Access Point
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
Document Version: V1.0
Date: 2023-11-16
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Preface
Audience
This document is intended for:
Network engineers
Technical support and servicing engineers
Network administrators
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Conventions
1. GUI Symbols
Interface
symbol
Description
Example
Boldface
1. Button names
2. Window names, tab name, field
name and menu items
3. Link
1. Click OK.
2. Select Config Wizard.
3. Click the Download File link.
>
Multi-level menus items
Select System >Time.
2. Signs
The signs used in this document are described as follows:
Danger
An alert that calls attention to safety instruction that if not understood or followed can result in
personal injury.
Warning
An alert that calls attention to important rules and information that if not understood or followed
can result in data loss or equipment damage.

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Caution
An alert that calls attention to essential information that if not understood or followed can result
in function failure or performance degradation.
Note
An alert that contains additional or supplementary information that if not understood or
followed will not lead to serious consequences.
Specification
An alert that contains a description of product or version support.
3. Note
This manual provides installation steps, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and usage
guidelines for cables and connectors. It is intended for users who want to understand the
above and have extensive experience in network deployment and management, and assume
that users are familiar with related terms and concepts.

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Contents
Preface.................................................................................................................................................. I
1 Product Overview............................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Package Contents .....................................................................................................................1
1.2 Product Appearance..................................................................................................................2
1.2.2 Front Panel ....................................................................................................................2
1.2.3 Back Panel.....................................................................................................................3
1.3 Technical Specifications............................................................................................................4
1.4 Power Supply Technical Specifications.....................................................................................6
1.5 Cooling.......................................................................................................................................7
2Preparing for Installation ............................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Safety Precautions.....................................................................................................................8
2.1.1 Installation Safety...........................................................................................................8
2.1.2 Handling Safety..............................................................................................................8
2.1.3 Electrical Safety.............................................................................................................8
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements.....................................................................................9
2.2.1 Ventilation ......................................................................................................................9
2.2.2 Temperature and Humidity.............................................................................................9
2.2.3 Waterproofing...............................................................................................................10
2.2.4 EMI...............................................................................................................................10
2.3 Tools........................................................................................................................................10

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3Installing the AP............................................................................................................................ 11
3.1 Installation Flowchart...............................................................................................................11
3.2 Before You Begin.....................................................................................................................11
3.3 Precautions..............................................................................................................................12
3.4 Installing the AP.......................................................................................................................12
3.4.1 Installing the Antenna ..................................................................................................13
3.4.2 Connecting the Ethernet Cable ...................................................................................14
3.4.3 Installing the AP...........................................................................................................16
3.5 Bundling Cables.......................................................................................................................19
3.6 Checklist After Installation .......................................................................................................19
4Debugging...................................................................................................................................... 21
4.1 Setting up Configuration Environment.....................................................................................21
4.2 Powering on the AP.................................................................................................................21
4.2.1 Checklist Before Power-on..........................................................................................21
4.2.2 ChecklistAfter Power-on .............................................................................................21
5Monitoring and Maintenance....................................................................................................... 22
5.1 Monitoring................................................................................................................................22
5.2 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................22
6Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................ 23
6.1 General Troubleshooting Flowchart........................................................................................23
6.2 Common Faults........................................................................................................................23

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7Appendixes.................................................................................................................................... 25
7.1 Connectors and Media.............................................................................................................25
7.2 Cabling Recommendations .....................................................................................................27
7.2.1 Requirements for Cable Bend Radius.........................................................................27
7.2.2 Precautions for Bundling up Cables............................................................................27

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1 Product Overview
1.1 Package Contents
Table 1-1 Package Contents
No.
Item
Quantity
1
RG-RAP52-OD Access Point
1
2
Antenna
2
3
Band Clamp
2
4
Mounting Bracket
1
5
Screw Kit (Containing Two 3.5 mm ×25 mm Expansion
Screws and Two WallAnchors)
1
6
Warranty Card
1
7
Quick Installation Guide
1
Note
The package contents generally contain the preceding items. The actual delivery is subject to
the order contract. Please check your goods carefully against the order contract. If you have
any questions, please contact the distributor.

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1.2 Product Appearance
Figure 1-1Appearance of the RG-RAP52-OD Access Point
1.2.2 Front Panel
Figure 1-2Front Panel of the RG-RAP52-OD Access Point

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1.2.3 Back Panel
Figure 1-3Back Panel of the RG-RAP52-OD Access Point
Table 1-2 LEDs
Mark
Status
Description
1
Solid blue
The device is operating normally.
Off
The device is NOT receiving power.
Fast blinking
The device is starting up.
Slow blinking
(at a two-
second
interval)
The device is not connected to the Internet.

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Blinking twice
The device is resetting.
The device is upgrading.
The device is recovering.
Caution
Do not power off the device when the LED is in this
state.
Table 1-3 Ports and Buttons
Mark
Item
Description
2
LAN/PoE port
1 × 10/100/1000Base-T port, supporting IEEE 802.3af standard
PoE power supply and 24 V non-standard PoE power supply.
3
Reset button
Press and hold for less than 2 seconds: Restart the device.
Press and hold for more than 5 seconds: Restore the device to
factory settings.
1.3 Technical Specifications
Table 1-4 Specifications
Radio Design
Dual-stream, dual-band
Wi-Fi Standards
Supports 802.11ac and 802.11a/b/g/n standards for simultaneous
operation
Operation Frequency
Bands
802.11b/g/n: 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz
802.11a/n/ac: 5.150 GHz to 5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz to 5.725 GHz,
and 5.725 GHz to 5.850 GHz
Antenna Type
External omnidirectional antenna (2.4 GHz: 3 dBi, 5 GHz: 4 dBi)
Note
The peak gain mentioned above refers to the gain of a
single antenna.
MIMO
2.4 GHz: dual-stream , 2 ×2 MIMO

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5 GHz: dual-stream , 2 ×2 MIMO
Max. Wi-Fi Speed
2.4 GHz: 400 Mbps
5 GHz: 867 Mbps
Combined: 1267 Mbps
Modulation Mode
OFDM: BPSK@6/9 Mbps, QPSK@12/18 Mbps, 16QAM@24
Mbps, 64QAM@48/54 Mbps
DSSS: DBPSK@1 Mbps, DQPSK@2 Mbps, [email protected]/11 Mbps
MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM, OFDMA
Receive Sensitivity
11b/g: –92 dBm (1 Mbps), –90 dBm (5.5 Mbps), –88 dBm
(11Mbps)
11a: –90 dBm (6 Mbps), –82 dBm (24 Mbps), –78 dBm (36
Mbps), –72 dBm (54 Mbps)
11n: 20 MHz: –85 dBm (MCS0), –67 dBm (MCS7)
11n: 40 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –64 dBm (MCS7)
11ac: 20 MHz: –85 dBm (MCS0), –62 dBm (MCS8)
11ac: 40 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –59 dBm (MCS8)
11ac: 80 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –56 dBm (MCS9)
Max. Transmit Power
CE EIRP:
2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz: 20 dBm
5.150 GHz to 5.350 GHz: 23 dBm
5.470 GHz to 5.725 GHz: 30 dBm
Note: Country specific restrictions apply
Thailand：
2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz: 20 dBm
5.150 GHz to 5.350 GHz: 23 dBm
5.470 GHz to 5.725 GHz: 30 dBm
5.725 GHz to 5.825 GHz: 30 dBm
Power Step
1 dBm
Dimensions
220 mm ×50 mm ×35.7 mm (8.66 in. ×1.97 in. ×1.41 in.)
(excluding mounting bracket and antenna)

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Antenna size: 184.8 mm (7.24 in.)
Net Weight
Main Unit: ≤0.4 kg
Service Ports
1 × 10/100/1000 Base-T port, supporting IEEE 802.3af standard
PoE power supply and 24 V non-standard PoE power supply.
Management Port
N/A
LED Indicator
1 ×system LED
Power Supplies
IEEE 802.3af standard PoE power supply
24 V non-standard PoE power supply
Max. Power
Consumption
≤14 W
Environment
Operating temperature: –30°C to +65°C (–22°F to +149°F)
Storage temperature: –40°C to +80°C (–40°F to +176°F)
Operating humidity: 10% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage humidity: 10% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Surge Protection
2 kV
Installation
Wall mounting and pole mounting
Certification
CE
MTBF
> 400000 hrs
Warning
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.
1.4 Power Supply Technical Specifications
The RG-RAP52-OD access point supports IEEE 802.3af standard PoE power supply and 24 V
non-standard PoE power supply.
When using a 24 V non-standard PoE adapter for power supply, use the non-standard
PoE adapter approved by Ruijie Reyee. You are advised to purchase the adapter from us

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to ensure compatibility and optimal performance with our product.
Warning
Ensure that the pinouts of the network cable are (pins 4, 5, 7, 8).
When using a standard PoE power source for power supply, connect one end of the
Ethernet cable to the LAN/PoE port of the device, and the other end to a PoE-enabled
switch port or a PoE power supply. Ensure that the PoE power supply complies with the
IEEE 802.3af standard.
Warning
Ensure that the pinouts of the network cable are (pins 1, 2, 3, 6).
1.5 Cooling
The RG-RAP52-OD access point adopts a fanless design. Therefore, a sufficient clearance
must be maintained around the device for cooling.

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2 Preparing for Installation
2.1 Safety Precautions
Note
To prevent device damage and physical injury, please read the safety precautions
carefully in this chapter.
The following safety precautions do not cover all possible hazardous situations.
2.1.1 Installation Safety
Do not expose the AP to high temperature, dust, or harmful gases.
Do not install theAP in an area prone to fire or explosions.
Keep theAP away from EMI sources such as large radar stations, radio stations, and
substations.
Do not subject theAP to unstable voltage, vibration, and noises.
The installation site should be dry. Keep theAP at least 500 m (1640.42 ft.) away from the
ocean and do not face it towards the sea breeze.
The installation site should be free from water including possible flooding, seepage,
dripping, or condensation. The installation site should be selected according to network
planning and communications equipment features, and considerations such as climate,
hydrology, geology, earthquake, electrical power, and transportation.
Caution
Follow the installation instructions described in the guide correctly to install or remove the AP.
2.1.2 Handling Safety
Do not move the installed AP frequently.
Turn off all power supplies and unplug all power cables before you remove the AP.
2.1.3 Electrical Safety
Warning
Any non-standard and inaccurate electrical operation can cause an accident such as fire
or electric shock, thus causing severe even fatal damages to humans and devices.

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Direct or indirect contact with a wet object (or your finger) on the high voltage and power
line can be fatal.
Please observe local regulations and specifications when performing electrical operations.
Relevant operators must be qualified.
Carefully check for any potential hazards in the working area such as damp/wet ground or
floors.
Find the location of the emergency power supply switch in the room before installation. Cut
off the power supply first in case of an accident.
Be sure to make a careful check before shutting down the power supply.
Do not place the device in a damp/wet location. Do not let any liquid enter the chassis.
Keep theAP far away from grounding or lightning protection devices for power equipment.
Keep theAP away from radio stations, radar stations, high-frequency high-current devices,
and microwave ovens.
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements
For normal operation and prolonged service life of the access point, the installation site must
meet the following requirements.
2.2.1 Ventilation
The access point adopts natural cooling. Reserve a sufficient clearance around the access
point to ensure proper ventilation.
2.2.2 Temperature and Humidity
See the following table for temperature and humidity requirements.
Table 2-1 Temperature and Humidity Requirements
Temperature
Humidity
–30°C to +65°C (–22°F to +149°F)
10% to 95%RH (non-condensing)
To ensure the normal operation and service life of the AP, maintain appropriate temperature
and humidity in the equipment room. Improper room temperature and humidity can cause
damage to the device.
High relative humidity may affect insulation materials, resulting in poor insulation and even
electrical leakage. Sometimes it may lead to changes in the mechanical properties of
materials and corrosion of metal parts.

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Low relative humidity can dry and shrink insulation sheets and cause static electricity that
can damage the circuitry.
High temperatures greatly reduce device reliability and shorten service life.
2.2.3 Waterproofing
The Ethernet cable must be pressed into the silicone pad before being connected to the
Ethernet port on the device. Then, install the back cover to ensure effective waterproofing. (For
more details, see the following installation sections.)
Seal the unused ports using the connector plugs or cable glands to ensure that the access
point is watertight.
The cable glands must be used for all cables that are threaded through the ports to prevent
exposing the access point interior to environmental elements. See 3.4.2 Connecting the
Ethernet Cable for details.
2.2.4 EMI
Keep theAP as far away from the grounding equipment of the power device and the
lightning prevention equipment as possible.
Keep theAP away from radio stations, radar stations, high-frequency high-current devices,
and microwave ovens.
2.3 Tools
Table 2-2 Tools
Common
Tools
Phillips screwdriver, cables, cage nuts, diagonal plier, and band clamp
Special
Tools
ESD gloves, wire stripper, crimping plier, RJ45 crimping plier, wire cutter, and
waterproof adhesive tape
Meters
Multimeter and bit error rate tester (BERT)
Note
The RG-RAP52-OD is delivered without a tool kit. The tool kit is customer-supplied.

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3 Installing the AP
The RG-RAP52-OD access point must be fixed outdoors.
Caution
Before installing theAP, make sure you have carefully read the requirements described in
Chapter 2 and the requirements are all met.
3.1 Installation Flowchart
Start
Prepare for installation
Site
Connect the cables and
install the back cover
Install the device
Finish
Install the mounting plate
assembly on the wall
Install the mounting plate
assembly on the pole
(horizontal or vertical)
Wall Pole
3.2 Before You Begin
Carefully plan and arrange the installation position, networking mode, power supply, and
cabling before installation. Confirm the following requirements before installation:
The installation site provides sufficient space for proper ventilation.
The installation site meets the temperature and humidity requirements of theAP.

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The power supply and required current are available in the installation site.
The selected power supply modules meet the system power requirements.
The installation site meets the cabling requirements of theAP.
The installation site meets the site requirements of the AP.
The customized AP meets the client-specific requirements.
3.3 Precautions
The outdoor access point can be mounted on a wall or a pole with a diameter ranging from 50
mm to 70 mm (1.97 in. to 2.76 in.). If the diameter of the pole is out of this range, please
prepare a hose clamp that can hold the pole. The thickness of the hose clamp should be at
least 2.5 mm (0.10 in.). The installation site is determined by the technical personnel who
conducts a site survey.
Please make sure that the installation site meets with the following requirements in 2.2
Installation Environment Requirements and observe the following precautions:
Do not power on the AP during installation.
Install theAP in a well-ventilated location.
Do not subject the AP to high temperature.
Keep theAP away from high voltage cables.
Do not expose the AP in a thunderstorm or strong electric field.
Cut off the power switch before cleaning theAP.
Do not wipe the device with a damp cloth.
Do not wash the device with liquid.
Do not open the enclosure when the AP is working.
Secure the AP tightly.
The device should be installed at a height beyond the reach of the human body.
3.4 Installing the AP
Note
Install the device in a manner that maximizes the coverage area of the antenna.
The schematic diagram provided is for reference purposes only. The actual product
should be installed based on its physical specifications and design.

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3.4.1 Installing the Antenna
(1) Remove the antennas from the packaging and attach them to the antenna connectors on
the AP. Tighten the antennas in a clockwise direction to securely fasten them in place.
(2) Verify that the antennas are properly tightened. Then, adjust the antennas by bending them
at a 45-degree angle to enhance wireless signal coverage.