Ruijie RG-AP680-AR Installation and operating manual

Ruijie RG-AP680-AR Access Point
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
Document Version: V1.1
Date: August 16, 2023
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Preface
Intended Audience
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followed can result in data loss or equipment damage.
Caution
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can result in function failure or performance degradation.
Note
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followed will not lead to serious consequences.

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Specification
An alert that contains a description of product or version support.
2. Note
The manual offers configuration information (including model, port type and command
line interface) for indicative purpose only. In case of any discrepancy or inconsistency
between the manual and the actual version, the actual version prevails.

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Contents
Preface...................................................................................................................................................I
1 Product Introduction........................................................................................................................1
1.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Product Appearance ................................................................................................................2
1.3 Package Contents.....................................................................................................................6
1.4 Technical Specifications...........................................................................................................7
1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight...............................................................................................7
1.4.2 RF Specifications...........................................................................................................8
1.4.3 Port Specifications......................................................................................................10
1.4.4 Power Supply and Consumption ..............................................................................11
1.4.5 Environment and Reliability ......................................................................................12
1.5 LED and Button.......................................................................................................................12
1.6 Optical Module .......................................................................................................................14
2 Preparing for Installation...............................................................................................................16
2.1 Safety Precautions..................................................................................................................16
2.1.1 General Safety Precautions .......................................................................................16
2.1.2 Handling Safety ..........................................................................................................16
2.1.3 Electric Safety..............................................................................................................17
2.1.4 Storage Security .........................................................................................................17

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2.2 Installation Environment Requirements..............................................................................17
2.2.1 Bearing Requirements...............................................................................................18
2.2.2 Ventilation Requirements..........................................................................................18
2.2.3 Space Requirements ..................................................................................................18
2.2.4 Temperature/Humidity Requirements.....................................................................18
2.2.5 Anti-interference Requirements ...............................................................................19
2.2.6 Lightning Protection Requirements .........................................................................19
2.2.7 Waterproof Requirements.........................................................................................20
2.2.8 Other Requirements ..................................................................................................20
2.3 Tools ........................................................................................................................................20
3 Installation ......................................................................................................................................22
3.1 Installation Procedure ...........................................................................................................22
3.2 Before You Begin....................................................................................................................23
3.3 Precautions.............................................................................................................................23
3.4 Installing the Device...............................................................................................................24
3.4.1 Installing the Support for Wall-mounted Installation.............................................24
3.4.2 Installing the Support for Pole-mounted Installation.............................................24
3.4.3 Mounting Bracket and Device Installation...............................................................25
3.5 Installing an Optical Module .................................................................................................28
3.6 Connecting Cables .................................................................................................................29
3.6.1 Connecting the Ground Cable...................................................................................29

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3.6.2 Connecting the Network Cable .................................................................................30
3.6.3 Connecting the Optical Fiber.....................................................................................31
3.6.4 Connecting the Power Cable.....................................................................................32
3.6.5 Connecting the External Antenna.............................................................................33
3.7 Bundling Cables......................................................................................................................33
3.7.1 Precautions .................................................................................................................33
3.7.2 Bundling Description .................................................................................................33
3.8 Installation Verification..........................................................................................................34
3.8.1 Checking the AP..........................................................................................................34
3.8.2 Checking Cable Connections.....................................................................................34
3.8.3 Checking the Power Supply.......................................................................................34
4 Debugging.......................................................................................................................................35
4.1 Establishing the Configuration Environment ......................................................................35
4.2 Powering on the AP................................................................................................................35
4.2.1 Checklist Before Power-on ........................................................................................35
4.2.2 Checking the Environment After Power-on .............................................................35
5 Monitoring and Maintenance........................................................................................................36
5.1 Monitoring ..............................................................................................................................36
5.1.1 LED...............................................................................................................................36
5.1.2 CLI Commands ...........................................................................................................36
5.2 Remote Maintenance.............................................................................................................36

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5.3 Hardware Maintenance .........................................................................................................36
6 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................37
6.1 General Troubleshooting Procedure....................................................................................37
6.2 Common Troubleshooting Procedures................................................................................37
6.2.1 Ethernet Port Is Not Working After the Ethernet Cable Is Plugged In..................37
6.2.2 LED Is Off for a Long Time.........................................................................................37
6.2.3 LED Is Steady Red.......................................................................................................38
6.2.4 LED Is Steady Green...................................................................................................38
6.2.5 LED Keeps Blinking Blue at an Interval of 0.2s (in Fit Mode)..................................38
6.2.6 LED Does Not Turn Steady Blue or Blinking Blue....................................................38
6.2.7 No Wireless Signal Searched.....................................................................................38
7 Appendix .........................................................................................................................................39
7.1 Connectors and Media...........................................................................................................39
7.2 Cabling Recommendations ...................................................................................................42
7.3 Optical Modules and Specifications......................................................................................47

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1 Product Introduction
1.1 Overview
The RG-AP680-AR is a 802.11ax, quad-band, enhanced, and industrial wireless access
point (AP) provided by Ruijie Networks for higher education, wireless city, energy,
business mall, rail transit, and other scenarios.
The RG-AP680-AR supports the 802.11ax, 802.11ac Wave2, 802.11ac Wave1, and 802.11n
protocols. With hardware-independent quad-band design, the AP can provide up to
11.617 Gbps access rate. The ultra-fast wireless network makes performance no longer a
bottleneck.
Important factors such as the wireless network security, radio control, mobile access,
Quality of Service (QoS), seamless roaming, and expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT)
module are fully taken into account for this product. Therefore, this AP can be used in
combination with Ruijie Access Controllers (ACs) and WIS to implement STA data
forwarding, security, access control, and IoT application extension.
Thanks to its IP68 rated housing, the RG-AP680-AR is suitable for use in extreme
industrial environments and capable of effectively withstanding harsh weather and
environments. It is highly adaptable to colder and wet climates, allowing for easier
installation and maintenance.
The RG-AP680-AR supports the local power supply and power over Ethernet (PoE).
Customers can select the power supply mode based on the site environment. The
RG-AP680-AR can switch between the built-in and external antennas to meet Wi-Fi
network coverage and networking requirements in most environments.

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1.2 Product Appearance
Figure 1-1Front View

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Figure 1-2Rear View
Figure 1-3Right View

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Table 1-1 Port Description
No.
Item
Description
1
LAN4/SFP+
Uplink service port for data transmission, 10G SFP port
2
LAN3/SFP+
Uplink service port for data transmission, 10G SFP port
3
LAN2/IoT
Downlink service port for data transmission, 1000Base-T
adaptive Ethernet port
Support for 802.3af-complaint power supply to external
devices
4
LAN1/HPoE electrical
port
Uplink service port for data transmission, 5000Base-T
adaptive Ethernet port
Support for IEEE802.3af/802.3at/802.3bt-complaint PoE
5
Power supply port
M16 AC power supply port
6
Breathable valve
Used to balance the pressure difference inside and
outside the AP, meeting IP68 rating requirements
7–10
5G antenna ports
Used to connect with the N-type ports of the 5G external
antennas

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Figure 1-4Left View
Table 1-2 Port Description
No.
Item
Description
1
Console port and
Reset button
The console port is used to connect with a serial cable
for device management.
The Reset button is used to restart the device or restore
factory settings of the device.
2–5
5G antenna ports
Used to connect with the N-type ports of the 5G external
antennas

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No.
Item
Description
6–9
2.4G antenna ports
Used to connect with the N-type ports of the 2.4G
external antennas
10
LED
Used to indicate the system working status, including
one system status LED and three RSSI LEDs
1.3 Package Contents
Table 1-3 Package Contents
No.
Item
Quantity
Remarks
1
AP
1
2
Mounting bracket
1
3
Support for pole-mounted or
wall-mounted installation
1
4
M5 x 10 machine screw
4
5
M6 x 16 machine screw
2
6
M8 x 20 machine screw
2
7
M6 x 40 expansion anchor
4
8
Waterproof PG connector
2
The rubber plug only has one
hole and adapts to network
cables with a diameter of 6.6 to
8.6 mm.
9
Waterproof connector for the
optical fiber
2
The rubber plug has two holes
and adapts to LC-LC optical fibers
with a diameter of 2.5 to 3.5 mm.

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No.
Item
Quantity
Remarks
10
Metal hook
2
Adapts to poles with a diameter
of 80 to 140 mm
11
Ground cable
1
12
Product warranty manual
1
13
Dust cap for ports
5
The dust caps are pre-installed on
the AP.
14
Dust cap for N-type connectors
of the external antenna
12
The dust caps are pre-installed on
the AP.
1.4 Technical Specifications
1.4.1 Dimensions and Weight
Table 1-4 Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions and
Weight
RG-AP680-AR
Dimensions (W × D
× H)
300 mm × 300 mm × 94 mm (11.81 in. x 11.81 in. x 3.70 in.)
Weight
AP: ≤4.5 kg (9.92 lbs)
Mounting bracket: ≤1.5 kg (3.30 lbs)
Installation Mode
Wall-mounted or pole-mounted
Anti-Theft Lock
Not supported
Mounting Bracket
Dimensions (W × D
× H)
282 mm × 130 mm × 130 mm (11.10 in. x 5.12 in. x 5.12 in.)

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Dimensions and
Weight
RG-AP680-AR
Mounting Hole
Pattern
105 mm × 65 mm (4.13 in. x 2.56 in.)
Mounting Hole
Diameter
9 mm (0.35 in.)
Pole Diameter
80–140 mm (3.15-5.51 in.)
1.4.2 RF Specifications
Table 1-5 RF Specifications
RF Specifications
RG-AP680-AR
Radio Design
Quad-band design, four RF ports, and the fourth RF port supports
flexible switching between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Up to 14 spatial streams
Radio 1: 2.4 GHz, 4 spatial streams: 4 × 4, MIMO
Radio 2: 5 GHz, 4 spatial streams: 4 × 4, MIMO
Radio 3: 5 GHz, 4 spatial streams: 4 × 4, MIMO
Radio 4: 2.4/5 GHz, 2 spatial streams: 2 × 2, MIMO
Operating Band
Radio 1: 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.400 GHz–2.4835 GHz
Radio 2: 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 5.150 GHz–5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz–5.725
GHz, 5.725 GHz–5.850 GHz
Radio 3: 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 5.150 GHz–5.350 GHz
Radio 4:
802.11b/g/n, 2.400 GHz–2.4835 GHz
802.11a/n/ac, 5.150 GHz–5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz–5.725 GHz, 5.725
GHz–5.850 GHz

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RF Specifications
RG-AP680-AR
Note: The operating bands vary in different countries.
Transmission Rate
Radio 1: 2.4 GHz, 1.147 Gbps
Radio 2: 5 GHz, 4.804 Gbps
Radio 3: 5 GHz, 4.804 Gbps
Radio 4: 2.4 GHz/5 GHz, 300 Mbps/867 Mbps
Max. Access Rate of the AP
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 5 GHz + 2.4 GHz, 11.055 Gbps
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 5 GHz + 5 GHz, 11.622 Gbps
Antenna Type
Built-in smart antenna, supporting switchover between the built-in
and external antennas
Antenna Gain
2.4 GHz: 3 dBi
5 GHz: 3 dBi
Max. Transmit
Power
29 dBm
Note: The transmit power varies based on the regulations in
different countries and regions.
Transmit Power
Adjustment
Configurable in increments of 1 dBm
Modulation Modes
OFDM: BPSK@6/9 Mbps, QPSK@12/18 Mbps, 16-QAM@24 Mbps,
64-QAM@48/54 Mbps
DSSS: DBPSK@1 Mbps, DQPSK@2 Mbps, and [email protected]/11 Mbps
MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM, and
1024QAM
OFDMA
Receiver Sensitivity
802.11b: –96 dBm (1 Mbps), –93 dBm (5 Mbps), –89 dBm (11 Mbps)
802.11a/g: –91 dBm (6 Mbps), –85 dBm (24 Mbps), –80 dBm (36
Mbps), –74 dBm (54 Mbps)

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RF Specifications
RG-AP680-AR
IEEE 802.11n: –90 dBm (MCS0), –70 dBm (MCS7), –89 dBm (MCS8),
–68 dBm (MCS15)
802.11ac: HT20: –88 dBm (MCS0), –63 dBm (MCS9)
802.11ac: HT40: –85 dBm (MCS0), –60 dBm (MCS9)
802.11ac: HT80: –85 dBm (MCS0), –60 dBm (MCS9)
802.11ac: HT160: –80 dBm (MCS0), –55 dBm (MCS9)
802.11ax: HE80: –82 dBm (MCS0), –57 dBm (MCS9), –52 dBm
(MCS11)
802.11ax: HE160: –80 dBm (MCS0), –49 dBm (MCS11)
1.4.3 Port Specifications
Table 1-6 Port Specifications
Port Specifications
RG-AP680-AR
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.1
The Bluetooth serial port management mode is used by default.
Apple iBeacon protocol is supported, through which rich Bluetooth
applications such as shake can be extended.
Support for the Zigbee, RFID, and other IoT protocols via software
upgrade
Fixed Service Ports
Uplink: One 100/1000/2500/5000Base-T adaptive Ethernet port,
supporting IEEE 802.3af/at/bt-compliant PoE
Two 10 Gbps SFP+ adaptive Ethernet optical ports, which are
compatible with 2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps optical ports
Downlink: One 10/100/1000Base-T adaptive Ethernet port, which
allows the PSE to power external devices (802.3af, 15.4 W) and can
connect to Ruijie IoT module
Fixed Management
One RJ45 console port

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Ports
Status Indicator
One system status LED
Three RSSI LEDs
Button
One reset button
1.4.4 Power Supply and Consumption
Table 1-7 Power Supply and Consumption
Power Supply and
Consumption
RG-AP680-AR
Power Type
1. 100–240 V AC power supply (equipped with the RG-PL-M16-3M
cable, and 1 A current must be guaranteed)
2. PoE/PoE+/PoE++ (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt-compliant)
Power Supply to
External Devices
Supported (Connect to Ruijie IoT module, 802.3af-compliant,
support for 15.4 W output power)
Maximum Power
Consumption
≤50 W
Power Supply
Redundancy
Not supported
Caution
To power the AP by using PoE, ensure that the device at the other end of the Ethernet
cable supports IEEE 802.3af power supply.
In 802.3af power supply state, the device can be started properly. All RF cards do not
work, and the PSE does not power external devices.
In 802.3at power supply state, radio 3 does not work, and the PSE does not power
external devices.
In 802.3bt power supply or AC power supply state, the device has the highest
performance and all functions are enabled.

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The AP adopts a fan-free design. Therefore, maintain sufficient clearance around the
AP for air circulation.
1.4.5 Environment and Reliability
Table 1-8 Standard Compliance
Environment and
Reliability
RG-AP680-AR
Temperature
Working temperature: –40°C to +70°C
Storage temperature: –40°C to +85°C
At a height between 3000 m and 5000 m above the sea level,
every time the altitude increases by 166 m (546 ft.), the maximum
temperature decreases by 1°C.
Humidity
Operating humidity: 0% to 100% RH (non-condensing)
Storage humidity: 0% to 100% RH (non-condensing)
IP Rating
IP68
Anti-corrosion
Rating
GB/T 2423.17
Regulatory
compliance
EN 55032, EN 55035, EN 61000-3-3, EN IEC 61000-3-2, EN 301 489-1, EN 301
489-3, EN 301 489-17, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 300 440, FCC Part 15, EN
IEC 62311, IEC 62368-1, EN 62368-1, and IEC 60950-22
1.5 LED and Button
Note
The LED description applies to both fit and fat modes unless otherwise specified.