H3C WA4320X Installation guide

Brand: H3C

Model: WA4320X

Category: Routers

Type: Installation guide

H3C WA4320X Access Point

Installation Guide

Hangzhou H3C Technologies Co., Ltd.

http://www.h3c.com

Document version: 6W100-20170210

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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made in the

preparation of this document to ensure accuracy of the contents, but all statements, information, and

recommendations in this document do not constitute the warranty of any kind, express or implied.

Environmental protection

This product has been designed to comply with the environmental protection requirements. The storage, use,

and disposal of this product must meet the applicable national laws and regulations.

Preface

The H3C WA4320X 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:

• Audience

• Conventions

• About the H3C WA4320X access controller do

cumentation set

• 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 WA4320X APs.

Conventions

This section describes the conventions used in this documentation set.

Command conventions

Convention Description

Boldface Bold

text represents commands and keywords that you enter literally as shown.

Italic

Italic text represents arguments that you replace with actual values.

[ ] Square brackets enclose syntax choices (keywords or arguments) that are optional.

{ x | y | ... }

Braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which

you select one.

[ x | y | ... ]

Square brackets enclose a set of optional syntax choices separated by vertical bars,

from which you select one or none.

{ x | y | ... } *

Asterisk marked braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical

bars, from which you select at least one.

[ x | y | ... ] *

Asterisk marked square brackets enclose optional syntax choices separated by vertical

bars, from which you select one choice, multiple choices, or none.

&<1-n>

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 Description

Boldface

Window names, button names, field names, and menu items are in Boldface. For

example, the

New User

window appears; click

Multi-level menus are separated by angle brackets. For example,

File

Create

Folder

Symbols

Convention Description

WARNING

An alert that calls attention to important information that if not understood or followed

can result in personal injury.

CAUTION

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.

IMPORTANT

An alert that calls attention to essential information.

NOTE

An alert that contains additional or supplementary information.

TIP

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.

Wireless terminator unit.

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 card, such as a firewall, load balancing, NetStream, SSL VPN,

IPS, or ACG card.

Port numbering in examples

The port numbers in the documentation are for illustration only and might be unavailable on your

device.

About the H3C WA4320X access controller

documentation set

The H3C WA4320X access controller documentation set includes the following categories of

documents:

Category Documents Purposes

Product description and

specifications

Marketing brochures Describe product specifications and benefits.

Technology white papers

Provide an in-depth description of software

features and technologies.

Hardware specifications

and installation

Compliance and safety

manual

Provides regulatory information and the safety

instructions that must be followed during

installation.

Installation guide

Provides a complete guide to hardware installation

and hardware specifications.

H3C Pluggable SFP

[SFP+][XFP] Transceiver

Modules Installation

Guide

Guides you through installing SFP/SFP+/XFP

transceiver modules.

Software configuration

Configuration guides

Describe software features and configuration

procedures.

Command references

Provide a quick reference to all available

commands.

Configuration examples

Describe typical network scenarios and provide

configuration examples and instructions.

Operations and

maintenance

Release notes

Provide information about the product release,

including the version history, hardware and

software compatibility matrix, version upgrade

information, technical support information, and

software upgrading.

Obtaining documentation

You can access the most up-to-date H3C product documentation on the World Wide Web

at http://www.h3c.com

Click the following links to obtain different categories of product documentation:

[Technical Support > Technical Documents]

– Provides hardware installation, software upgrading,

and software feature configuration and maintenance documentation.

[Products & Solutions] – Provides information about products and technologies, as well as solutions.

[Technical Support > Software Download]

– Provides the documentation released with the software

version.

Technical support

service@h3c.com

http://www.h3c.com

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

Examining the installation site ······································································································· 2

Installation site selection ······································································································· 2

Temperature and humidity requirements ·················································································· 2

Power supply ······················································································································ 2

Grounding and lightning protection ·························································································· 2

Installation accessories ··············································································································· 4

Installation tools and equipment ···································································································· 5

Installing the AP ··············································································· 6

Check before installation ············································································································· 6

Installing the AP ························································································································ 6

Mounting the AP on a pole ···································································································· 6

Mounting the AP on a wall ··································································································· 10

Connecting the grounding cable ·································································································· 12

Installing the outdoor antennas ··································································································· 12

Installing a directional antenna on a pole ················································································ 12

Installing the omnidirectional antennas on poles ······································································· 15

Connecting cables···················································································································· 16

Connecting the antenna cables ···························································································· 17

Connecting the fiber cable ··································································································· 17

Connecting the Ethernet cable ····························································································· 18

Connecting the AP to the power supply ·················································································· 21

Labeling cables ······················································································································· 21

Verifying the installation ············································································································· 22

Powering on the AP ·················································································································· 22

Verifying the network connection ······················································· 23

Verifying network connection for the fit AP ·············································································· 23

Verifying network connection for the fat AP ············································································· 23

Logging in to the AP ······································································· 24

Logging in through the console port ····························································································· 24

Setting up the configuration environment ················································································ 24

Connecting the console cable ······························································································ 24

Logging in through the console port ······················································································· 24

Logging in through Telnet or Web ································································································ 25

Product overview

An H3C WA4320X 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 WA4320X can also act as a fat AP to provide wireless access for

WLAN users.

Figure 1 Deployment of WA4320X APs (in fit AP mode)

Figure 2 Deployment of WA4320X APs (in fat AP mode)

Table 1 H3C WA4320X specifications

Item Specification

Dimensions (H × W × D) 86.5 × 245 × 245 mm (3.41 × 9.65 × 9.65 in)

Weight 2 kg (4.41 lb)

Power consumption 8 W (standby) to 36 W (maximum)

Protocols and materials

• IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac

• Waterproof cast aluminum + plastic housing

WA4320X

Core equipment room

RADIUS

server

WLAN

management

system

Switch

Subway

Seaport or pier

Parking lot

WA4320X

Preparing for installation

WARNING!

Install or remove the AP under the guidance of technical engineers and read this chapter before

installation and operation.

Examining the installation site

Before installation, examine the installation site to make sure the AP will work in a good environment.

Installation site selection

In engineering design, the site must be selected according to the network planning and technical

requirements of the communications equipment, and the considerations such as climate, hydrology,

geology, earthquake, electric power, and transportation.

Keep the AP away from high temperature, dust, harmful gases, inflammables, explosive substances,

electromagnetic interference sources (heavy-duty radars, radio stations, or electrical substations),

unstable voltage, heavy vibration, or loud noise. The installation site must be dry, without any

leakage, dripping, or dew.

Temperature and humidity requirements

Item Specification

Operating temperature

–40°C to +65°C (–40°F to +149°F)

Storage temperature

–40°C to +85°C (–40°F to +185°F)

Operating humidity (noncondensing)

0% to 100%

Storage humidity (noncondensing) 0% to 100%

Power supply

The AP can be powered by a power injector.

You can use an H3C PoE power injector to power the AP. For more information about powering the

AP through the power injector, see "Connecting the AP to the ."

NOTE:

No power injector is shipped with the AP. You need to order one separately.

Grounding and lightning protection

The AP must be reliably grounded. Make sure the grounding conductors are separate and treated

with corrosion protection.

Table 2 Grounding and lightning protection requirements

Item Requirements

Grounding resistance

• The grounding resistance is usually required to be less than 5 ohms, and less

than 10 ohms in an area with less than 20 thunderstorm days a year. If a

piece of angle steel is buried as the grounding conductor, the grounding

resistance is required to be less than 10 ohms. In an area with a higher

grounding resistance, reduce the grounding resistance by using brine or

resistance reducing agent around the grounding conductor.

• The top of the grounding conductor must be a minimum of 0.7 m (2.30 ft)

away from the ground surface. In cold areas, the grounding conductor must

be buried below the frozen soil layer.

Grounding conductor

• If a grounding strip is available, connect the yellow and green grounding

cable of the AP to the grounding strip. To make a grounding cable, make sure

the cable is with a cross-section area of a minimum of 6 mm2 (0.01 in2) and a

length of no longer than 3 m (9.84 ft).

• If no grounding strip is available, bury a piece of angle steel/steel tube a

minimum of 0.5 m (1.64 ft) long in the earth to act as the grounding conductor.

In the case of a piece of angle steel, the size must be a minimum of 50 × 50 ×

5 mm (1.97. × 1.97 × 0.20 in); in the case of a piece of steel tube, it must be

zinc-plated and have a wall thickness of a minimum of 3.5 mm (0.14 in). Weld

the yellow and green grounding cable of the AP onto the grounding conductor

and use anti-erosion treatment on the welding joint. With a cross-section area

of a minimum of 6 mm2 (0.01 in2), the grounding cable must be as short as

possible and must not be coiled.

• Make sure that the grounding terminals of all the lightning arresters of the AP

and the peer device of the AP are reliably grounded.

Grounding lead-in

A grounding lead-in is a metal conductor connecting a grounding net and a

grounding strip. The grounding cable of the AP must be connected to the

grounding strip. The grounding lead-in must be 30 m (98.43 ft) or shorter. A piece

of zinc-coated flat steel with a cross-section area of 40 × 4 mm (1.57 × 0.16 in) or

50 × 5 mm (1.97 × 0.20 in) is recommended. Connect the grounding strip and the

grounding lead-in of the AP through the yellow and green grounding cable with an

area of 35 mm

(0.05 in

), or weld them directly. Use anti-erosion treatment on the

welding joint.

Power grounding (AC)

• Use a power cord with a protective earth (PE). Do not use a power cord with

only an L line and an N line.

• The neutral line of the power cord must not be connected with the PGND of

other communications equipment. The L and N lines cannot be connected.

Lightning rod

• The lightning protection grounding (for example, the grounding of the

lightning rod) must be connected to the grounding conductor of the

equipment room.

• The lightning rod must be tall enough to protect the AP and its antennas.

• In plain areas, the shielding angle of the lightning rod must be less than 45

degrees. In mountainous areas or lightning areas, the shielding angle must

be less than 30 degrees.

Outdoor antenna The antenna support is already prepared according to the design requirements.

Network cable

• Use a shielded twisted pair cable for outdoor installation. Make sure that the

devices at the two ends of the cable are reliably grounded.

• If a metal tube is used, make sure the network cable is reliably grounded at

both ends of the tube.

Installation accessories

Table 3 Accessories provided with the AP

Liquid tight adapter and

sealing nut

Sealing plug

Console cable (for fat AP

only)

Grounding cable

Table 4 Accessories not provided with the AP

Mounting bracket Pole fixed plate

Long bolt/flat

washer/spring washer/nut

M6 x 12 screw

Expansion screw

Installation tools and equipment

When installing the AP, you may need the following tools. Prepare these tools and equipment

yourself.

Pickaxe Shovel Adjustable wrench Wire clippers

Crystal head crimping

pliers

Wire-stripping pliers Crimping pliers Phillips screwdriver

Waterproof sealing

tape

Fiber fusion splicer Ladder

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."

• To ensure the radio coverage, have the AP installed by professionals as a best practice.

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 A LEDs and ports."

• Verify that cabling on the installation site has been completed.

• Record the AP MAC address and serial number marked on the rear of the AP for future use.

When you install the AP, follow these restrictions and guidelines:

• If you install the AP on a pole, make sure the pole is vertical to the ground and has been treated

with corrosion protection.

• Make sure the installation height and position meet the design requirements.

• If you pole-mount the AP on a rooftop, make sure the pole does not project from the wall of the

building and the AP does not suspend in midair.

• To avoid high temperature caused by exposure to the sun, install the AP in a place without or

with less direct sunlight and use protection methods if necessary.

• Install the AP with the Ethernet copper and fiber ports facing down and route the cables

downward.

Installing the AP

Mounting the AP on a pole

CAUTION:

To install the AP and antennas on the same pole, the outer diameter of the pole must be between 60

mm and 70 mm (2.36 in and 2.76 in).

Pole mounting is suitable for rooftop installation.

The AP can be fixed to a pole whose outer diameter is between 60 mm and 110 mm (2.36 in and 4.33

in) by using a mounting kit. The mounting kit includes a mounting bracket and a pole fixed plate as

shown in Figure 3.

Figure 3 Pole mounting kit

(1) Long bolt (2) Mounting bracket (3) Pole fixed plate

(4) Flat washer (5) Spring washer (6) Nut

To install the AP on a pole:

1. Vertically fix the pedestal of the pole to the rooftop or a cement pier on the rooftop with

expansion screws.

Figure 4 Pole and pedestal

2. Fix the mounting bracket to the pole.

Figure 5 Fixing the mounting bracket to the pole

3. Install two M6 × 12 screws into the two upper screw holes on the AP rear. Do not fasten the

screws all the way in.

Figure 6 Installing two screws into the two upper screw holes

4. Insert the two M6 × 12 screws through the mounting holes on the mounting bracket and press

the AP downward to fix the AP onto the mounting bracket.

Figure 7 Fixing the AP onto the mounting bracket (1)

5. Insert the other two M6 × 12 screws through the two lower mounting holes and fasten the four

screws tightly.

Figure 8 Fixing the AP onto the mounting bracket (2)

Mounting the AP on a wall

No expansion screws are provided with the AP. Prepare four sets of 6 × 60 or 6 × 80 expansion

screws, flat washer, spring washer, and nut yourself.

To install the AP on a wall:

1. Mark the installation holes on the wall by using the mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 9.

Figure 9

Marking the installation holes on the wall

2. Drill holes with a diameter of 8 mm (0.31 in) and a minimum depth of 60 mm (2.36 in) in the

marked positions. Insert an expansion screw into each hole, and tap the expansion screw with

a rubber hammer until it is all flush with the wall surface, as shown in Figure 10.

Whe

n you drill holes, follow these restrictions and guidelines:

{ Hold the drill handle with both hands, with the bit vertical to the wall surface, and prevent

wall damage or tilted holes.

{ If the wall surface is too solid and slippery to locate the bit, punch a notch first.

{ Each hole must have the same depth.

150 mm

(5.91 in)

48 mm

(1.89 in)

Figure 10 Installing expansion screws in the wall

3. Attach the mounting bracket to the wall, as shown in Figure 11.

Figure 11 Attaching the mounting bracket to the wall

4. Install two M6 × 12 screws into the two upper screw holes on the AP rear. Do not fasten the

screws all the way in.

5. Insert the two screws through the mounting holes on the mounting bracket and press the AP

downward to fix the AP onto the mounting bracket.

Figure 12 Attaching the AP to the mounting bracket

6. Insert the other two M6 × 12 screws through the two lower mounting holes and fasten the four

screws tightly.

Connecting the grounding cable

Connect the grounding terminal of the AP to the grounding point with the yellow and green grounding

cable shipped with the AP. For more information, see "Grounding and lightning protection."

NOTE:

The grounding terminal of the power injector must also be grounded.

Installing the outdoor antennas

Outdoor antennas include directional and omnidirectional antennas. The following section describes

how to install directional and omnidirectional antennas.

When you install the outdoor antennas, follow these restrictions and guidelines:

• Keep the AP far from high-power electronic equipment and make sure there are no large

obstacles and metal objects in the wireless coverage.

• Make sure the antenna mounting bracket is stably mounted on the pole that is vertical to the

ground. Use oxidation-resistant metal materials.

• Fix the pedestal of the antenna pole to a cement pier or add weight to the pole. Do not install the

antenna pole or antenna support directly on the waterproof layer of the rooftop.

• Make sure the omnidirectional antenna is vertical to the ground.

• Make sure the antenna cable is firmly connected to the antenna.

• Make sure the antenna cable connection is sealed with waterproof sealing tape.

Installing a directional antenna on a pole

Make sure that the location of the pole does not hamper the adjustment of antenna direction and tilt.

Do not install two directional antennas back to back. To install two directional antennas on the same

pole, make sure the distance between the antennas is larger than 4 m (13.12 ft).

To install a directional antenna on a pole:

1. Weld the lightning rod to the top of the pole.

2. Install the pole on a parapet or cement pier.

{ If there are parapets on the rooftop and the height of the parapets is no less than 1.2 m (3.94

ft), you can fix the pole on a parapet with expansion screws and fix the directional antenna

on the pole with the pole mounting bracket. See Figure 13.

Figure 13

Installing a directional antenna on a parapet (1)

{ If there are parapets on the rooftop and the height of the parapets is less than 1.2 m (3.94 ft),

you can fix the pole on a parapet at one point with expansion screws and fix the bottom end

of the pole to the rooftop surface, and then fix the directional antenna on the pole with the

pole mounting bracket. See Figure 14.

Lightning rod

Directional outdoor

antenna

Pole

Parapet

Pole mounting bracket

0.5 m (1.64 ft)

1.2 m (3.94 ft)

Flat steel bar

To the grounding grid

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