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Rev01 |

October 2016

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Dell Networking 207 

Series Access Points

Installation Guide

The Dell Networking 207 Series wireless access points 
(W-AP207 and W-IAP207) support IEEE 802.11ac standards 
for high-performance WLAN, and are equipped with two 
radios. Multiple-in, Multiple-output (MIMO) technology 
allows the access points to deliver high-performance 802.11n 
2.4 GHz and 802.11ac 5 GHz functionality, while also 
supporting 802.11a/b/g wireless services.

The W-AP207 access point works in conjunction with a Dell 
controller, while the W-IAP207 access point can be 
configured via a built-in virtual controller.

The 207 Series access points provide the following 
capabilities:

Wireless transceiver

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor

Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af PoE 

Centralized management configuration and upgrade

Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Radio

Package Contents

207 Series access point

9/16” and 15/16” Ceiling Rail Adapter (spare: AP-220-
MNT-C1)

Dell Networking 207 Series Access Points Installation 
Guide (printed version)

Dell Networking 207 Series Access Points Regulatory 
Compliance and Safety Information Guide

Dell Networking W-Series Instant Quick Start Guide 
(W-IAP207 only)

Dell Networking W-Series Instant Access Point 
Professional Installation Guide Supplement

 

(W-IAP207 

only)

Note:  Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, 
missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the 
carton, including the original packing materials. Use 
these materials to repack and return the unit to the 
supplier if needed.

Software

The W-AP207 access point requires AOS 6.5.1 or higher. For 
additional information, refer to the AOS User Guide and AOS 
Quick Start Guide.

The W-IAP207 access point requires Instant 4.3.1 or higher. 
For additional information, refer to the Instant User Guide 
and Instant Quick Start Guide.

Hardware Overview

Figure 1  

Front

LEDs

The 207 Series access points have two LEDs that indicate the 
system and radio status of the device. These two LEDs can be 
configured via AOS (for W-AP207) or Instant (for W-IAP207) 
software for three separate modes:

Normal mode (by default): See the LED table below

Off mode: LEDs are off

Blink mode: Both LEDs blink green (synchronized)

CAUTION:  Dell access points are classified as radio 
transmission devices, and are subject to government 
regulations of the host country. The network 
administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that 
configuration and operation of this equipment meet all 
regulatory standards of their country/domain. 
For complete list of country-approved channels and 
devices, refer to the 

Dell Networking W-Series 

Downloadable Regulatory Table (DRT) Release Notes 

at download.dell-pcw.com.

LED

Color/

State

Meaning

System 

Status
(Left)

Off

Device powered off

Green- 

Blinking*

Device booting, not ready for use

Green- Solid

Device ready for use, no restrictions

Green- 

Flashing**

Device ready for use, uplink negotiated 

in sub optimal speed (<1Gbps)

Red- Solid

System error condition

System Status

Radio Status

Summary of Contents for Networking 207 Series

Page 1: ...correct missing or damaged parts If possible retain the carton including the original packing materials Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed Software The W AP207 access point requires AOS 6 5 1 or higher For additional information refer to the AOS User Guide and AOS Quick Start Guide The W IAP207 access point requires Instant 4 3 1 or higher For additional in...

Page 2: ...to DC adapter or any DC source can be used to power this device as long as it complies with all applicable local regulatory requirements and the DC interface meets the following specifications 12 Vdc 5 and at least 12W Center positive 2 1 5 5 mm circular plug 9 5 mm length Before You Begin Radio Status Right Off Device powered off or both radios disabled Green Solid Both radios enabled in access m...

Page 3: ... Plan software application to determine the proper installation location s Each location should be as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area and should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of interference These RF absorbers reflectors interference sources will impact RF propagation and should have been accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in RF pl...

Page 4: ...int can be used to verify that the access point is receiving power and initializing successfully see Figure 1 Refer to the Quick Start Guide for further details on verifying post installation network connectivity Configuring the 207 Series Access Point Provisioning Reprovisioning Provisioning parameters are unique to each access point These local access point parameters are initially configured on...

Page 5: ...are the property of their respective owners Open Source Code This product includes code licensed under the GNU General Public License the GNU Lesser General Public License and or certain other open source licenses You may request a copy of this source code free of charge at HPE Aruba gplquery hpe com Please specify the product and version for which you are requesting source code Website Support Ma...

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