Watchguard AP130 Installation instructions

WatchGuard AP130 Hardware Guide
The WatchGuard AP130 is a 2x2 802.11ax dual radio access point that supports up to 574 Mbps data rate
on 2.4 GHz band and 1200 Mbps on 5 GHz band.
The AP130 is an ideal Wi-Fi 6 solution to support low-density indoor environments like a small office or
remote workers.
Access Point Management
You can manage the AP130 with WatchGuard Cloud. WatchGuard Cloud delivers a simplified platform for
Wi-Fi management to easily deploy, configure, and report on your wireless networks.
For more information on how to set up your access point with WatchGuard Cloud, see
watchguard.com/start.
About Your Hardware
Hardware Specifications

Chipset Qualcomm QCA8072 1 Gbps
Processor and RAM Qualcomm Cypress IPQ6010-0 Cypress Quad-core A53 at
1.6GHz
1024 MB DDR3L (512 x 2)
Radio Model Radio 1:2.4 GHz Qualcomm Colbalt QCN5021 2x2 with internal
PA
Radio 2: 5 GHz Qualcomm Colbalt QCN5052 2x2
Radio Type and Frequency
Band Radio 1: 2.4 GHz 2x2 11b/g/n/ax
Radio 2: 5 GHz 2x2 11a/n/ac/ax
Antennas
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2 x 3dBi 2.4 GHz internal antennas
(Maximum Antenna Gain: 3.46dBi)
2 x 3dBi 5 GHz internal antennas
(Maximum Antenna Gain: 4.85dBi)
Ethernet Interfaces 1 GbE Ethernet port
Power Interface PoE 54V DC 802.3at
12V / 2A DC in
Power Consumption Maximum:12.5W
MTBF
(Mean Time Between Failures)
478,738 hours at 25˚C / 77˚F
Dimensions 160 mm X 160 mm X 33.2 mm (6.3” x 6.3” x 1.3”)
Weight 0.39 kg (0.86 lb)
Hardware
Hardware Description Description

Environmental Requirements
To safely install your WatchGuard access point, we recommend that you:
Install the device indoors
Make sure the device has adequate clearance for air flow and cooling
Other environmental requirements:
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Non-operating Temperature -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Non-operating Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing

Hardware Description
The access point has these connections on the bottom panel of the device.
Bottom Panel Connections
Reset Button
Resets the access point to factory-default settings.
Use a paper clip or other small object to press the reset button through the hole.
Press and hold the reset button for up to 10 seconds. When you release the reset button, all
LEDs will go off to indicate that the device has rebooted.
LAN/POE
This is a LAN port that connects the access point to a wired LAN connection through a switch or
hub. This port also provides PoE (802.3af/at) power for the device.
DC 12V
If PoE power is unavailable, you can power the device with the optional 12V DCpower adapter
(WG9009).

Side Panel Connections
Kensington Lock Slot
The Kensington security lock slot is for use with a security cable to secure your device.
Device Indicators
The device has a single LED indicator that can show these conditions:
Solid Red Device is booting
(Solid Red indicates a hardware issue)
Flashing Red Device cannot connect to WatchGuard Cloud
Device did not receive an IPaddress from DHCP
Solid Blue Device is online
Flashing Blue Flash LED action from WatchGuard Cloud
LEDColor Status

Mount and Connect the Access Point
Your package includes the AP130, ceiling mount t-rail brackets, and wall mount screws and spacers.
The MAC address and serial number of your access point are printed on a label on the
back of the device. Make sure you record this information before you mount the access
point.

Ceiling Mount
The ceiling mount bracket is intended for use with ceilings with a t-rail system.
1. Slide the ceiling mount base into the slot on the back panel of the access point.
2. Hold the access point with one hand to reach the other hand over the t-rail sides of the bracket.
3. Attach the stationary end of the ceiling mount bracket on to the t-rail.

Wall Mount
1. Determine where the access point will be placed and mark the location for the two mounting
holes (98.14 mm apart).
2. Drill the two mounting holes (8.1mm diameter and 26mm depth) and hammer the anchors into
the holes.
3. Screw the anchors into the holes until they are flush with the wall, then screw the included
screws into the anchors.
4. Attach the access point to the wall with the mounting screws.

Wall or Ceiling Mount with T-Rail Mount and Spacers
For ease of use, you can also affix the access point to a wall or ceiling with no t-rail system with the t-rail
15/16" mount bracket attached. Use the included spacers to place between the mounting screws and the
anchors.
Access PointFree Standing Bracket
You can optionally purchase a free standing bracket for your access point:
WatchGuard AP Universal Free Standing Bracket (WG9017)
The stand enables you to safely place your access point on a desk or other flat surface if you do not want
to mount the device on a wall or ceiling.
To install the access point in the free standing bracket, align the slot on the back of the access point with
the stand and slide the access point firmly into place.