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Dell PowerConnect W-AP120 Series AP
Installation Guide
0510745-MU-01 | July 2010 1
Installation Guide
The Dell W-AP120 series of wireless access points support the imminent IEEE 802.11n (currently draft 2.0)
standard for high-performance WLAN. These access points use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology
and other high-throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, pre-802.11n 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
functionality while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g wireless services. The W-AP120 series access
points are available in versions with single or dual radios and with integrated antennas or RP-SMA interfaces that
support detachable antennas. The W-AP120 series access points work only in conjunction with an Dell controller.
The Dell W-AP120 series access points provide the following capabilities:
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Wireless transceiver
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Protocol-independent networking functionality
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IEEE 802.11a/b/g or 802.11n operation as a wireless access point
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IEEE 802.11a/b/g or 802.11n operation as a wireless air monitor
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Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af PoE as well as high power over Ethernet pre-standards
(PoE + / 802.3at)
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Central management configuration and upgrades through an Dell controller
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Upgrade of W-AP120 series a/b/g models to 802.11n (draft) compliance through a controller license
Figure 1
W-AP120 Series Access Points
Package Contents
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AP-120 series access point
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Installation guide (this document)
ap12_001
W-AP120/W-AP124
(3 x RP-SMA interfaces for detachable antennas)
W-AP121/W-AP125
(3 x integrated dual-band antennas)
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.
Note: Additional mounting kits for use with the W-AP120 series access points are sold separately. Contact your Dell sales
representative for details.