Ubiquiti airFiber 24 User manual

24 GHz Point-to-Point Radio
Models: AF-24, AF-24HD

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Table of Contents airFiber AF-24/AF-24HD User Guide
Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Overview................................................1
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Package Contents ................................................................1
airFiber Configuration Interface SystemRequirements ............................1
Hardware Overview ..............................................................2
Chapter 2: Installation ..............................................5
Link Planning.....................................................................5
Installation Requirements ........................................................6
Installation Overview .............................................................6
Connecting Power over Ethernet..................................................6
airFiberConfiguration ............................................................7
Hardware Installation.............................................................9
Connecting the GPS Antenna ....................................................11
Connecting Ethernet ............................................................12
Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Chapter 3: Navigation .............................................21
Accessing the airFiber Configuration Interface ...................................21
Navigating the Interface .........................................................22
Notifications ....................................................................23
Product Verification .............................................................23
Chapter 4: Dashboard .............................................25
Link Status ......................................................................25
Statistics ........................................................................26
Device Status....................................................................27
Ethernet Connection Status......................................................27
Chapter 5: Wireless Tab ............................................29
Basic Wireless Settings...........................................................29
Wireless Security ................................................................31
Advanced Wireless Settings ......................................................31
Chapter 6: Network Tab ...........................................33
Management Network Settings ..................................................33
Data Port Ethernet Settings ......................................................34
Ethernet Carrier Drop Settings ...................................................34

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Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
Chapter 7: Services Tab ...........................................37
Ping Watchdog..................................................................37
SNMP Agent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Telnet Server ....................................................................38
NTP Client.......................................................................38
Dynamic DNS ...................................................................39
System Log......................................................................39
Device Discovery ................................................................39
Chapter 8: System Tab ............................................41
Firmware Update................................................................41
Device ..........................................................................42
Date Settings....................................................................42
System Accounts ................................................................42
Location ........................................................................43
Device Maintenance.............................................................43
Chapter 9: Tools ...................................................45
Align Antenna...................................................................45
Discovery .......................................................................46
Ping.............................................................................46
Traceroute ......................................................................46
airView..........................................................................47
Log .............................................................................49
Appendix A: Specifications ........................................51
Appendix B: Safety Notices ........................................55
Electrical Safety Information .....................................................55
Appendix C: Warranty .............................................57
Limited Warranty ................................................................57
Appendix D: Compliance Information .............................59
Installer Compliance Responsibility ..............................................59
FCC .............................................................................59
ISED Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
RF Exposure Warning ............................................................59
CE Marking......................................................................59
RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement ..............................................60
Appendix E: Declaration of Conformity ............................61
Appendix F: Contact Information ..................................63
Ubiquiti Networks Support ......................................................63

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Chapter 1: OverviewairFiber AF-24/AF-24HD User Guide
Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
Package Contents
airFiber AF-24 or airFiber AF-24HD Pole Mount
Bracket
Pole Clamps
(Qty. 2)
Carriage Bolts
(Qty. 4)
Flat Washers
(Qty. 4)
Split Lock Washers
(Qty. 4)
Hex Nuts
(Qty. 4)
GPS Antenna Mount
(AF-24HD only)
External GPS Antenna
(AF-24HD only)
Metal Strap
(AF-24HD only)
24 GHz Point to Point
1.4+ Gbps Radio
Model:AF-24 24GHz Full Duplex
Point-to-Point2 Gbps Radio
Model:AF-24HD
Cable Ties
(Qty. 3)
Gigabit PoE Adapter
(50V, 1.2A)
Power Cord AF-24 or AF-24HD
Quick Start Guide
TERMS OF USE: Ubiquiti radio devices must be professionally installed. Shielded Ethernet cable and
earth grounding must be used as conditions of product warranty. TOUGHCable™is designed for
outdoor installations. It is the professional installer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations,
including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency
Selection (DFS) requirements.
airFiber Configuration Interface
SystemRequirements
• Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8; Linux; or Mac OS X
• Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (or above)
• Web Browser: Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari,
GoogleChrome, Microsoft Edge, or Microsoft Internet
Explorer11
Chapter 1: Overview
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks®
airFiber® 24 GHz Point-to-Point Radio. This User Guide is
for use with the following models.
Model Description Operating Frequency*
AF-24 24 GHz Point-to-Point 1.4+ Gbps
Radio
24.05 - 24.24 GHz
AF-24HD 24 GHz Full Duplex Point-to-Point
2 Gbps Radio
24.05 - 24.24 GHz
* Depends on Regulatory Region. Refer to “Specifications” on page
41 for more information.
The same instructions apply to both models. This User
Guide will refer to both models as the airFiber AF-24 or
AF-24. This User Guide provides installation instructions,
explains how to set up an airFiber link, and shows how to
access and use the airFiber Configuration Interface.