H3C WA4320i-X Access Point

H3C WA4320i-X Access Point Installation Guide New H3C Technologies Co., Ltd. http://www.h3c.com.hk Document version: 6W101-20170407

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Preface The H3C WA4320i-X Access Points Installation Guide guides you through the installation of your AP. It covers product overview, preparing for installation, installing the AP, logging in to the AP, and LEDs and ports. This preface includes the following topics about the documentation: Audience. Conventions Obtaining documentation Technical support Documentation feedback Audience This documentation is intended for: Network planners. Field technical support and servicing engineers. Network administrators working with the WA4320i-X APs. Conventions The following information describes the conventions used in the documentation. Command conventions Convention Boldface Italic Description Bold text represents commands and keywords that you enter literally as shown. Italic text represents arguments that you replace with actual values. [ ] Square brackets enclose syntax choices (keywords or arguments) that are optional. { x y... } [ x y... ] { x y... } * [ x y... ] * &<1-n> Braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which you select one. Square brackets enclose a set of optional syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which you select one or none. Asterisk marked braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which you select a minimum of one. Asterisk marked square brackets enclose optional syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which you select one choice, multiple choices, or none. The argument or keyword and argument combination before the ampersand (&) sign can be entered 1 to n times. # A line that starts with a pound (#) sign is comments.

GUI conventions Convention Boldface > Description Window names, button names, field names, and menu items are in Boldface. For example, the New User window opens; click OK. Multi-level menus are separated by angle brackets. For example, File > Create > Folder. Symbols Convention WARNING! CAUTION: IMPORTANT: NOTE: TIP: Description An alert that calls attention to important information that if not understood or followed can result in personal injury. An alert that calls attention to important information that if not understood or followed can result in data loss, data corruption, or damage to hardware or software. An alert that calls attention to essential information. An alert that contains additional or supplementary information. An alert that provides helpful information. Network topology icons Convention Description Represents a generic network device, such as a router, switch, or firewall. Represents a routing-capable device, such as a router or Layer 3 switch. Represents a generic switch, such as a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch, or a router that supports Layer 2 forwarding and other Layer 2 features. Represents an access controller, a unified wired-wlan module, or the access controller engine on a unified wired-wlan switch. Represents an access point. T Wireless terminator unit. T Wireless terminator. Represents a mesh access point. Represents omnidirectional signals. Represents directional signals. Represents a security product, such as a firewall, UTM, multiservice security gateway, or load balancing device.

Convention Description Represents a security module, such as a firewall, load balancing, NetStream, SSL VPN, IPS, or ACG module. Examples provided in this document Examples in this document might use devices that differ from your device in hardware model, configuration, or software version. It is normal that the port numbers, sample output, screenshots, and other information in the examples differ from what you have on your device. Obtaining documentation To access the most up-to-date H3C product documentation, go to the H3C website at http://www.h3c.com.hk To obtain information about installation, configuration, and maintenance, click http://www.h3c.com.hk/technical_documents To obtain software version information such as release notes, click http://www.h3c.com.hk/software_download Technical support service@h3c.com http://www.h3c.com.hk Documentation feedback You can e-mail your comments about product documentation to info@h3c.com. We appreciate your comments.

Contents Product overview 1 Preparing for installation 2 Safety recommendations 2 Temperature and humidity requirements 2 Accessories provided with the AP 2 Installation tools and equipment 3 Installing the AP 4 Check before installation 4 Determining the installation position 4 Installing the AP 5 Mounting the AP on a wall 5 Installing the AP on a ceiling 7 Connecting the external antennas 10 Connecting the AP to a power supply 11 Connecting a PoE power supply 11 Connecting the local power supply 11 Check after power-on 12 Connecting the AP to the network 12 Verifying network connection for the fit AP 12 Verifying network connection for the fat AP 13 Logging in to the AP 14 Logging in through the console port 14 Setting up the configuration environment 14 Connecting the console cable 14 Setting terminal parameters 15 Logging in through the console port 16 Logging in through Telnet or Web 17 Appendix LEDs and ports 18 LEDs 18 Ports 18 Index 20 i

Product overview An H3C WA4320i-X AP can act as a fit AP to cooperate with wireless switches or access controllers to provide wireless access for WLAN users. The network settings are configured on the wireless switches or access controllers. The WA4320i-X can also act as a fat AP to provide wireless access for WLAN users. Table 1 H3C WA4320i-X specifications Item Protocol Antennas Power consumption Dimensions (H W D) Weight Specification IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual-radio External antennas 3.95 to 12.95 W 54 220 220 mm (2.13 8.66 8.66 in) 0.75 kg (1.65 lb) 1

Preparing for installation Safety recommendations WARNING! Only qualified personnel can install and remove the AP and its accessories. You must read all safety instructions supplied with the AP before installation and operation. To avoid possible bodily injury and equipment damage, read the following safety recommendations before installing the AP. Note that the recommendations do not cover every possible hazardous condition. Take adequate safety measures to avoid injury and AP damage. Place the AP in a dry and flat location and take anti-slip measures. Keep the AP clean and dust-free. Do not place the AP in a moist area and avoid liquid surrounding the AP. Keep the AP and installation tools away from walkways. Temperature and humidity requirements Item Operating temperature (indoor) Storage temperature Specification 10 C to +55 C (14 F to 131 F) 40 C to +70 C ( 40 F to +158 F) Operating humidity (noncondensing) 5% to 95% Accessories provided with the AP Mounting kit Three sets of M4 30 pan head screw, washer, and nut Three sets of wall anchor kit MAC address label 2

Console cable (for fat AP only) One M4 10 pan head screw Installation tools and equipment When installing the AP, you may need the following tools. Prepare these tools and equipment yourself. Needle-nose pliers Wire-stripping pliers Diagonal pliers Marker Percussion drill with matching drills Rubber hammer Phillips screwdriver 3

Installing the AP IMPORTANT: The AP is typically installed on a high position. As a best practice, log in to and configure the AP before the installation. For more information about logging in to the AP, see Logging in to the AP. Figure 1 Installation flowchart Start Check before installation Ceiling-mounting the AP Determine the installation position Wall-mounting the AP Mount the mounting bracket to the ceiling Mount the mounting bracket to the wall Install the AP Connect the AP to the power supply Connect the AP to the network End Check before installation Before installing an AP, perform the following tasks: Connect the AP to the power supply and the network. Examine the LEDs to verify that the AP can operate correctly. For more information about AP LEDs, see "Appendix LEDs and ports." Verify that cabling on the installation site has been completed. To ensure the PoE performance, use GE interfaces for PoE power supply as a best practice. Record the AP MAC address and serial number marked on the rear of the AP for future use. Determining the installation position You can mount the AP to a wall or ceiling. Determine the installation position by observing the following principles: Few obstacles such as wall and ceiling exist between AP and clients. The AP is far away from electronic devices (such as microwave oven) that may generate radio frequency (RF) noise. 4

The AP does not hinder people s daily work and life. The place is not water seeping, water soaking, and condensing. A lightning arrester (user supplied) is installed on the AP for cabling outdoors. Install the AP more than 5 m (16.40 ft) away from 3G/4G base stations and antennas. Installing the AP Mounting the AP on a wall 1. Align the screw hole in the AP bracket with the screw hole in the AP rear. Use the M4 10 screw to secure the AP bracket to the AP. Figure 2 Attaching the AP bracket to the AP rear 2. Mark the installation holes on the wall by using the mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 3 Mounting holes in the mounting bracket 5

Figure 4 Marking installation holes on the wall 73 mm (2.87 in) 69.4 mm (2.73 in) 69.4 mm (2.73 in) 3. Drill holes with a diameter of 5 mm (0.197 in) and a depth of 30 mm (1.18 in) in the marked locations, as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5 Drilling holes in the wall 4. Insert a wall anchor into each hole, and tap the wall anchor with a rubber hammer until it is all flush with the wall surface, as shown in Figure 6. Figure 6 Hammering the anchor 6

5. Align the mounting holes in the mounting bracket with the anchors and insert screws through the mounting holes into the wall anchors. Adjust the position of the mounting bracket and tighten the screws. Figure 7 Attaching the mounting bracket to the wall 6. Connect the AP to the LAN by using Ethernet cables. 7. Align the AP at a 45 degree angle with the mounting bracket, and rotate the AP clockwise until it clicks into place, as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 Attaching the AP to the wall mounting bracket Installing the AP on a ceiling CAUTION: The ceiling for installing the AP must be less than 18 mm (0.71 in) in thickness, and can bear a load of 5 kg (11.02 lb). As a best practice, reinforce the ceiling by using boards if the ceiling is not strong enough. 7

To install the AP on a ceiling: 1. Align the screw hole in the AP bracket with the screw hole in the AP rear. Use the M4 10 screw to secure the AP bracket to the AP. Figure 9 Attaching the AP bracket to the AP rear 2. Mark the installation holes on the ceiling by using the mounting bracket. 3. Drill holes with a diameter of 5 mm (0.197 in) in the marked positions, as shown in Figure 10. Figure 10 Drilling holes in the ceiling 4. Insert the M4 30 pan head screws through the mounting holes in the mounting bracket and the holes in the ceiling. Fasten washers and nuts at the other side of the ceiling to attach the mounting bracket to the ceiling, as shown in Figure 11. 8

Figure 11 Attaching the mounting bracket to the ceiling 5. Connect the AP to the LAN by using Ethernet cables. 6. Align the AP with the mounting bracket and rotate the AP clockwise until it clicks into place, as shown in Figure 12. Figure 12 Attaching the AP to the ceiling mounting bracket 7. Verify that the AP is securely installed to prevent it from falling off. 9

Connecting the external antennas The AP provides eight antenna connectors. Connect external antennas to the connectors through feeder lines to achieve best wireless coverage. To provide wireless services for eight separate rooms, connect feeder lines and external antennas as shown in Figure 13. Figure 13 Connecting the external antennas (1) For the best wireless performance, use 2 2 MIMO antennas and two-wire feeder lines to provide wireless services for four rooms as shown in Figure 14. Figure 14 Connecting the external antennas (2) 10

Connecting the AP to a power supply CAUTION: Before powering on the AP, make sure the power supply is reliably grounded. You can power the AP with a local power or by using 802.3af PoE. Connecting a PoE power supply Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet interface that supports PoE on the AP to a PoE switch. Figure 15 Connecting a PoE power supply (1) Ethernet interface (2) Ethernet cable (3) PoE switch Connecting the local power supply No AC/DC adapter and power cord are provided with the AP. Prepare them yourself if required. Table 2 AC/DC adapter specifications Item Input Output Specification 100 VAC to 240 VAC +48V at 0.52 A You can power the AP by using an AC/DC adapter. Use the AC/DC adapter to connect the power port of the AP to the local power source. 11

Figure 16 Connecting the local power supply (1) Power port (2) AC/DC adapter (3) Power source Check after power-on Verify that the AP is powered on and operating correctly by examining the AP status LED. For more information about AP LEDs, see "Appendix LEDs and ports." Connecting the AP to the network Connect an Ethernet port of the AP to an Ethernet port of an Ethernet switch for Internet or MAN access. Verifying network connection for the fit AP All settings of the fit AP are configured on the AC. Use the display wlan ap all command on the AC that connects to the fit AP. If the AP status is R/M, the AP is connected to the network. <AC> display wlan ap all Total number of APs: 1 Total number of connected APs: 1 Total number of connected manual APs: 1 Total number of connected auto APs: 0 Total number of connected common APs: 1 Total number of connected WTUs: 0 Total number of inside APs: 0 Maximum supported APs: 3072 Remaining APs: 3070 Total AP licenses: 128 Remaining AP licenses: 127 AP information State : I = Idle, J = Join, JA = JoinAck, IL = ImageLoad 12

C = Config, DC = DataCheck, R = Run M = Master, B = Backup AP name APID State Model Serial ID ap1 1 R WA4320i-X 210235A1GSB139000435 Verifying network connection for the fat AP Use the ping command on the fat AP to ping the uplink network device. If the ping operation succeeds, the AP is connected to the network successfully. 13

Logging in to the AP IMPORTANT: The AP is typically installed on a high position. As a best practice, log in to and configure the AP before the installation. This section applies only when the AP acts as a fat AP. When the AP acts as a fat AP, you can log in to the AP through the console port, or through Telnet or Web to configure it. Login through the console port is the prerequisite to configuring other login methods. Before you log in to the fat AP through Telnet or Web, obtain the IP address of the AP first. Logging in through the console port Prepare the following items before logging in through the console port: An 8-core console cable, with a crimped RJ-45 connector at one end, and a DB-9 connector at the other end. A configuration terminal with a serial port, such as a laptop or PC. Setting up the configuration environment CAUTION: The serial ports on PCs do not support hot swapping. To connect a PC to an operating device, first connect the PC end. To disconnect a PC from an operating device, first disconnect the device end. Connecting the console cable 1. Connect the DB-9 connector to the serial port of the PC. 2. Connect the RJ-45 connector to the console port of the AP. Figure 17 Connecting the console cable 14

Setting terminal parameters 1. Start the PC and run the terminal emulation program such as the HyperTerminal of Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP. 2. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > HyperTerminal, and in the Connection Description dialog box that appears, type the name of the new connection in the Name text box and click OK. Figure 18 Connection description 3. Select the serial port to be used from the Connect using drop-down list, and click OK. Figure 19 Selecting the serial port used by the HyperTerminal connection 4. Set Bits per second to 9600, Data bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop bits to 1, and Flow control to None, and click OK. 15

Figure 20 Setting the serial port parameters NOTE: To use the default settings, click Restore Defaults. 5. Click OK and the system displays the HyperTerminal window. Figure 21 HyperTerminal window Logging in through the console port Power on the AP, and you can see the following information: System is starting... Booting Normal Extend BootWare. System application is starting... Startup configuration file does not exist. 16

User interface con0 is available. Press ENTER to get started. Logging in through Telnet or Web By default, Telnet login and Web login are enabled. You can log in to the AP by using the following default login information: Username admin. Password h3capadmin. IP address of VLAN-interface 1 of the AP 192.168.0.50 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. If the default IP address is changed, perform either of the following tasks: Contact the administrator to get the new IP address. Log in to the AP from the console port and execute the display vlan 1 command to view the IP address. 17

Appendix LEDs and ports LEDs Table 3 LED description Mark Status Description Flashing at 1 Hz Green Breathing The AP is booting. NOTE: When the AP operates as a fit AP, it is always in this state before it is registered to an AC. A client is connected to the 2.4G radio. Blue Orange Alternating green and blue Flashing at 0.25 GHz Flashing at 2 GHz Breathing Steady on Flashing at 1 Hz Alternating flashing at 1 Hz Breathing green and blue alternatively The AP has been booted, and is in standby state (no client is connected to the AP). NOTE: When the AP operates as a fit AP, this state indicates the AP has been registered to an AC. The AP is updating its system software image. This status is available only when the AP operates as a fit AP. A client is connected to the 5G radio. An initialization exception has occurred to the AP. The AP cannot detect any radio interface. Blinking mode. NOTE: When the fit AP associated with the AC receives the blinking command sent by the AC, it flashes green and blue to show the fit AP has been associated with the AC. Clients are connected to both the 2.4G and 5G radios. NOTE: For more information about the blink mode, see H3C WX Series Access Controllers Configuration Guides. Ports The AP provides the following ports: One console port Two 10/100/1000 Mbps copper Ethernet ports One power port Eight antenna connectors 18

NOTE: The AP also has a reset button and a security slot. The security slot is 7 3 mm (0.28 0.12 in) in size. Figure 22 Ports on the AP (1 to 4) Antenna connectors 1 to 4 (5) Security slot (6) Power port (7) 10/100/1000 Mbps copper Ethernet port 1 (8) 10/100/1000 Mbps copper Ethernet port 2 (9) Reset button (10) Console port (11 to 14) Antenna connectors 5 to 8 Table 4 Port description Port mark Standards and protocols Description ANT-1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 IEEE802.11a IEEE802.11b IEEE802.11g IEEE802.11n IEEE802.11ac The antenna connector is used for feeder line connection. ETH1 ETH2 DC 48V CONSOLE IEEE802.3 IEEE802.3u IEEE802.3af IEEE802.3 IEEE802.3u N/A RS/EIA-232 The Ethernet port can act as an uplink interface to access the Internet or MAN, and as an 802.3af PoE port at the same time. It is represented by interface GE1/0/1. The Ethernet port can act as an uplink interface to access the Internet or MAN. It is represented by interface GE1/0/2. The port receives +48 VDC power from the local supply. The console port is used for configuration and management. When the AP acts as a fit AP, only the maintenance staff can use the console port. 19

Index A accessories for AP installation, 2 antenna AP, 10 AP ceiling-mounting, 7 connecting console cable, 14 console port access, 14, 16 installation, 4, 5 installation accessories, 2 logging, 14 setting configuration environment, 14 setting terminal parameters, 15 Telnet access, 17 wall-mounting, 5 Web access, 17 B bits per second (parameter), 15 C cable connecting console, 14 ceiling-mounting AP, 7 check after power-on, 12 check before installation, 4 configuring AP, 14 connecting console cable, 14 external antenna, 10 local power supply, 11 network, 12 PoE power supply, 11 power supply, 11 console connecting cable, 14 D data bits (parameter), 15 determining installation position, 4 E electrical connecting console cable, 14 connecting local power supply, 11 connecting PoE power supply, 11 connecting power supply, 11 emulation (parameter), 15 environment site humidity, 2 site temperature, 2 equipment needed for installation, 3 F flow control (parameter), 15 H hardware AP installation, 4, 5 humidity (installation site), 2 I installation position determining, 4 installing AP, 4, 5 equipment, 3 safety recommendations, 2 site humidity, 2 site temperature, 2 tools, 3 L local power supply AP, 11 logging AP, 14 logging through console port AP, 14, 16 logging through Telnet AP, 17 logging through Web AP, 17 login AP, 14 N network connection verification fat AP, 13 fit AP, 12 networking AP, 12 P parity (parameter), 15 20

PoE power supply AP, 11 post-power-on check, 12 power supply AP, 11 pre-installation check, 4 preparing for installation, 2 procedure connecting AP to network, 12 connecting external antenna, 10 connecting local power supply, 11 connecting PoE power supply, 11 connecting power supply, 11 installing AP, 4, 5 installing the AP on a ceiling, 7 mounting the AP on a wall, 5 verifying network connection for the fat AP, 13 verifying network connection for the fit AP, 12 product overview, 1 S safety installation site humidity, 2 installation site temperature, 2 recommendations, 2 setting AP configuration environment, 14 terminal parameters, 15 site humidity, 2 temperature, 2 stop bits (parameter), 15 T temperature installation site requirements, 2 tools needed for installation, 3 V verifying network connection for the fat AP, 13 network connection for the fit AP, 12 VT100, 15 W wall-mounting AP, 5 21