Aruba 318 Series Wireless Access Point
Installation Guide
Rev 03 | February 2018
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The Aruba 318 Series access points support IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 standard, delivering high performance with
the MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) technology, while also supporting 802.11a/b/g/n
wireless services.
The 318 Series wireless access point provides the following capabilities:
IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point
IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor
IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac spectrum monitor
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
Guide Overview
“Hardware Overview” on page
2
provides a detailed hardware overview of the 318 Series access points.
“Before You Begin” on page
4
provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying a wireless
network.
“Installing the AP” on page
6
describes the multi-step process for a successful installation and deployment of
the 318 Series access points.
“Safety and Regulatory Compliance” on page
10
provides an overview of safety and regulatory compliance
information.
Package Contents
318 Series access point
Ethernet cable gland x1
USB console cable
Copper lug x1
M4 x 6 screw x1
Startup guide
Simplified Declaration of Conformity
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet and Console interfaces are connected to the access point, not loose in the
package.
Mounting kits for use with the 318 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales
representative for details.
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.
