Dell W-AP270 Series, Installation Manual

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Dell Networking W-AP270 Series Outdoor Access Point
Installation Guide
0511549-02 | March 2014 1
The Dell W-AP274 and W-AP275 are environmentally hardened, outdoor rated, dual-radio IEEE 802.11ac
wireless access points (AP). These access points use MIMO (Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) 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 W-AP270 Series access point works
only in conjunction with a Dell Networking W-Series Mobility Controller.
W-AP270 Series 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 functionality
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Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
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Central management configuration and upgrades using a Dell controller.
Guide Overview
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“W-AP270 Series Hardware Overview” on page 3 provides a detailed hardware overview of the W-AP274 and
W-AP275 access points.
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“Before You Begin” on page 7 provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying an outdoor
wireless network.
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“Installing the AP” on page 9 describes the multi-step process for successful installation and deployment of
the W-AP274 and W-AP275 access points.
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“Safety and Regulatory Compliance” on page 14 provides an overview of safety and regulatory compliance
information.
Package Contents
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W-AP274 or W-AP275 Access Point
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Cable Glands x2
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Copper Lug x1
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M4x6 Screw x1
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USB Console Cable
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Installation Guide (this document)
NOTE: The weatherproof caps for Ethernet, Console, and power interfaces are connected to the access point in the package.
NOTE: Mounting kits for use with the W-AP270 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Dell sales representative for
details.