Alcatel-Lucent OAW-AP228, Installation Manual

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OAW-AP228 Wireless Access Point
Installation Guide
0511756-01 |
January 2015 1
The Alcatel-Lucent OAW-AP228 is a fully temperature hardened, water resistant, indoor rated, dual-
radio IEEE 802.11ac wireless access point. This access point use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out)
technology and other high-throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless
services. The OAW-AP228 access point works only in conjunction with an Alcatel-Lucent Switch.
OAW-AP228 Operations
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Wireless transceiver
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Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
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Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
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Protocol-independent networking functionalityF
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Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
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Central management configuration and upgrades with an Alcatel-Lucent Switch.
Guide Overview
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“OAW-AP228 Hardware Overview” on page 3 provides a detailed hardware overview of the
OAW-AP228.
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“Before You Begin” on page 5 provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying
a wireless network.
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“Installing the AP” on page 7 describes the multi-step process for a successful installation and
deployment of the OAW-AP228.
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“Safety and Regulatory Compliance” on page 12 provides an overview of safety and regulatory
compliance information.
Package Contents
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OAW-AP228 Access Point
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Cable Glands x2
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USB Console Cable
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Copper Lug x1
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M4 x 6 Screw x1
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Installation Guide (this document)
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet and Console interfaces are connected to the AP, not loose in the package.
Mounting kits for use with the OAW-AP228 access points are sold separately. Contact your Alcatel-Lucent sales
representative for details.