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Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform

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VERVIEW

The HiveAP 28 is a multi-channel wireless AP (access point) for outdoor use. It is compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g 
(2.4 GHz) and IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz) standards and supports a variety of Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) security protocols, 
including WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2.

You can see the hardware components on the HiveAP 28 in 

Figure 1

. Each component is described in 

Table 1

.

Figure 1 

HiveAP 28 Hardware Components

Table 1 

HiveAP 28 Component Descriptions

Component

Description

Detachable Single-Band Antennas

The two pairs of detachable omnidirectional dipole antennas operate at 
two radio frequencies: one pair at 2.4 GHz (for IEEE 802.11b/g) and the 
other at 5 GHz (for IEEE 802.11a). For details, see 

"Antennas" on page 37

.

Type N Connectors (Female)

Attach antennas to the HiveAP 28 through these connectors. For details, 
se

"Attaching Antennas" on page 42

.

Waterproof Power Connector

Using the power connector is one of two methods through which you can 
power the HiveAP 28. To connect it to a 100 – 240-volt AC power source, 
use the power cable that ships with the product as an extra option. 
Because the HiveAP does not have an on/off switch, connecting it to a 
power source automatically powers on the device. The power source 
must have a readily accessible service disconnect switch incorporated 
into the fixed wiring installation so that you have the ability to turn the 
power on and off. (The other method that the HiveAP can obtain power is 
through its PoE port.)

5 GHz

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

2.4 GHz

Power

Connector

10/100 Mbps 

Power-over-

Ethernet Port

Type N female connectors for 

detachable single-band antennas

 For the 802.11a 

Radio Antenna

 For the 802.11b/g 

Radio Antenna

 For the 802.11a 

Radio Antenna

 For the 802.11b/g 

Radio Antenna

FCC Compliance Label

(Plus model, serial number, MAC 

address, and FCC ID number)

802.11a Main Antenna (5 GHz)

802.11b/g Main Antenna (2.4 GHz)

802.11b/g Auxiliary Antenna (2.4 GHz)

802.11a Auxiliary Antenna (5 GHz)

Summary of Contents for HiveAP 28

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Page 4: ...must comply with local and national electrical codes and with other regulations governing this type of installation Aerohive Networks its channel partners resellers and distributors assume no liabilit...

Page 5: ...ion instructions and configuration examples for both the HiveAP and HiveManager platforms This chapter covers the following topics relating to the HiveAP 28 HiveAP Product Overview on page 34 Ethernet...

Page 6: ...ing Antennas on page 42 Waterproof Power Connector Using the power connector is one of two methods through which you can power the HiveAP 28 To connect it to a 100 240 volt AC power source use the pow...

Page 7: ...nd tighten until the rubber gasket emerges and wrap itself around the Ethernet cable The Ethernet connection is now sealed and waterproof 10 100 Mbps PoE Port The 10 100 Mbps Ethernet port supports IE...

Page 8: ...aving some slack in the cord lets water run away from the connections at each end Use only a weatherproof power cord such as the cord that ships with the HiveAP 28 5 Strip the other end of the power c...

Page 9: ...tennas operate concurrently in two different frequency ranges 2 4 GHz IEEE 802 11b g and 5 GHz IEEE 802 11a Using two different frequency ranges reduces the probability of interference that can occur...

Page 10: ...ed antennas Do not connect or disconnect antennas or cables from the HiveAP 28 during periods of lightning activity If you need to place the HiveAP 28 in an explosive environment such as in an oil ref...

Page 11: ...g end of the bracket in the opposite direction of the first one for better stability For example if you attached the first bracket with its long end positioned toward the outside edge of the device in...

Page 12: ...bolt and split washer to secure the strand between the clamp and chassis 3 Attach the 90 degree type N adapters to the two 2 4 GHz antenna connectors and then attach the antennas to the adapters so th...

Page 13: ...Attach four 5 16 screws to a wall or beam They must be 8 1 8 206 mm apart vertically and 7 7 8 200 mm apart horizontally to accommodate the keyholes on the mounting plates 3 Guide the keyholes over th...

Page 14: ...rs as follows 2 1 Starting at one end of the threads on one of the connectors stretch the tape and wrap it in half lap layers until you cover the threads completely 2 2 Wrap the tape in the opposite d...

Page 15: ...e attachment clamp 3 Using a pair of wrenches tighten the nut to the bolt until the clamp grips the base cap firmly Figure 9 Mounting an Antenna to a Pole Attachment Clamp Base Cap Antenna 1 3 8 Bolt...

Page 16: ...n the HiveAP 28 DEVICE POWER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Understanding the range of specifications for the HiveAP is necessary for optimal deployment and device operation The following specificat...

Page 17: ...nidirectional Model S2406BFNM Frequency 2412MHz 2437MHz 2462MHz Peak Power Output dBm 14 20 14 00 14 20 802 11g 8dBi Omnidirectional Model S2406BFNM Frequency 2412MHz 2437MHz 2462MHz Peak Power Output...

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