Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN/P Instant Access Point
Installation Guide
The Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN and W-IAP3WNP are single-radio, single-
band wireless access points (AP) that support the IEEE 802.11n 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, 802.11n 2.4 GHz functionality while simultaneously supporting
existing 802.11 b/g wireless services.
The W-IAP3WN/P ships with Dell Instant software will operate as an Instant AP.
However, the W-IAP3WN/P can be converted to operate as a Remote AP (RAP). For
information about the IAP to RAP conversion, see
RAP Conversion
.
The Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN/P Series access points provide the following
capabilities:
Wireless transceiver
Protocol-independent networking functionality
IEEE 802.11b/g/n operation as a wireless access point
IEEE 802.11b/g/n operation as a wireless air monitor
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af PoE
Package Contents
1x W-IAP3WN or W-IAP3WNP Access Point
1x Installation Guide (this document)
1x Dell Instant Quick Start Guide
1x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
1x 12V Power Adapter (W-IAP3WN only)
1x 48V Power Adapter (W-IAP3WNP only)
Before You Begin
Before installing your W-IAP3WN/P Remote Access Point, please ensure you have
the following:
W-IAP3WN/P (included)
1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable (included)
1 x Power Adapter (included)
W-IAP3WN/P Overview
Figure 1
Rear View (W-IAP3WNP Shown)
10/100Base-T Ethernet Ports
The W-IAP3WN/P has three 10/100Base-T (RJ-45) Ethernet ports for wired network
connectivity.
E0: WAN port (top)
E1: LAN port (middle)
E2: LAN port (bottom)
On the W-IAP3WNP, port E2 has PoE power sourcing capability (PSE) to supply
power to any compliant 802.3af powered device (class 0-4).
Figure 2
Fast Ethernet Port Pin Out
DC IN (Power Socket)
The W-IAP3WN/P power adapter (included) connects to the DC IN port. The
W-IAP3WN/P does not have an On/Off switch. The device turns on when the power
adapter is attached and plugged into a power outlet. The device turns off when you
disconnect the power adapter from the power source (outlet).
Top View
Figure 3
Top View
USB Port
The W-IAP3WN/P is equipped with a USB port to support cellular modems.
Figure 4
Bottom View (W-IAP3WNP Shown)
LEDs
The W-IAP3WN has five LED indicators that display the status of the device. The
W-IAP3WNP has an additional LED called PSE.
PWR: When lit, the W-IAP3WN/P is powered on
E0:Indicates activity and/or status on this port.
E1: Indicates activity and/or status on this port
E2: Indicates activity and/or status on this port
WLAN: Indicates wireless status and activity
PSE (W-IAP3WNP only): Indicated the PSE status on the W-IAP3WNP
Reset Button
The W-IAP3WN/P is equipped with reset button, that when pushed, resets the
device to factory default settings. The reset button is located on the bottom of the
device and is recessed in a small, round hole.
To reset the W-IAP3WN/P, insert a small, narrow object, such as a pin or paperclip,
into the hole and press and hold the button while powering on the W-IAP3WN/P.
This will return the device to factory default settings.
W-IAP3WN/P Installation
Tabletop Mounting
The W-IAP3WN/P is shipped with a stand to use on flat (i.e. table top) surfaces.
Place the W-IAP3WN/P in the stand (see
Figure 5
) and place the stand on a flat,
levelled surface.
Figure 5
Stand Installation
Connecting the Required Cables
The W-IAP3WN/P must be connected to a network device that has access to the
Internet, such as a router or modem. To complete the installation of the
W-IAP3WN/P:
1. Connect one end of the provided RJ-45 cable to port E0 on the W-IAP3WN/P.
2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a free RJ-45 port on your modem or
router.
3. Attach the provided power adapter to the DC IN port on the W-IAP3WN/P.
4. Connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.
The W-IAP3WN/P is now powered on. To verify this, ensure that the PWR LED lit
is solid green.
Verifying Successful Installation
Once the W-IAP3WN/P’s PWR LED is lit, the device will take 2 to 3 minutes to
complete the boot cycle. Once the boot cycle is complete, the access point is
operational. If the Instant access point provided to you has not been configured, see
the included
Dell Instant Quick Start Guide
or the instructions provided by your
network administrator.
RAP Conversion
If your network administrator has instructed you to convert the W-IAP3WN/P to
work in RAP mode, follow the process below to complete the RAP conversion.
1. Power up the W-IAP3WN/P.
2. Connect to
Instant
SSID.
3. Login to the W-IAP3WN/P by navigating to
instant.dell.com
and login to the
Instant WebUI. The default username is
admin
and the default password is
admin
. See the included
Dell Instant Quick Start Guide
for more information.
4. Navigate to the
Maintenance
tab in the top right.
5. Click on the
Convert
tab.
6. Select
Remote APs managed by a Mobility Controller
from the drop down
menu.
7. Enter the IP address of the controller. This is provided by your network
administrator.
8. Click
Convert Now
to complete the conversion (see
Figure 6
).
9. The W-IAP3WN/P will reboot and begin operating in RAP mode.
Figure 6
IAP-RAP Conversion over the Internet
Note: The W-IAP3WN/P requires Dell Instant 3.1 to operate as a Instant AP and W-
Series ArubaOS 6.2.x to operate as a Remote AP.
Note: The 48V power adapter that ships with the W-IAP3WNP does not come with
a country specific power cord. This cord must be ordered separately.
Note: Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to
repack the product in case there is a need to return it.
48V
0.75A
E0 (WAN port)
E1 (LAN port)
E2 (LAN port)
Note: The W-IAP3WN ships with a 12V power supply and the W-IAP3WNP ships
with a 48V power supply. These power supplies are not interchangeable.
LED
Color(s) Activity Action
PWR
Green
On
Power on
Off
No power
Pwr
E0
E1
E2
WLAN
PSE
WLAN
Green
Off
Wireless is inactive
On
Wireless is active
Flashing
Radio mode
Ports (E0, E1, E2)
Green
Off
No link
On
Link established
Flashing
Ethernet activity
PSE
Green
Off
Not sourcing PoE power
On
Sourcing PoE power to an 802.3af Powered
Device
Flashing
PoE power sourcing error
LED
Color(s) Activity Action
