Dell Networking W-AP277 Outdoor Access Point
| Installation Guide
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Using the AP-270-MNT-H1 Mounting Kit
The W-AP277 access point can be installed on a wall or attached to a pole using the AP-270-MNT-H1 mounting
kit.
Grounding the AP
After the W-AP277 access point is mounted, it must be grounded before powering up. The grounding wire should
be #8 AWG.
1. Peel the cover of one end of the grounding wire and place the bare grounding wire into the included copper
lug, and press firmly with the crimping pliers.
2. Fasten the copper lug to the grounding hole on the AP with the included M4 x8 screw as shown in
Figure 6
Grounding the AP
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
To connect the Ethernet cable to the AP, complete the following steps using the cable glands included in the AP
package.
NOTE: The W-AP277 access point does not ship with any mounting kit. The AP-270-MNT-H1 mounting kit is available as an
accessory and must be ordered separately.
NOTE: For AP installation instructions using the AP-270-MNT-H1 mounting kit, refer to the
AP-270-MNT-H1 Installation Guide
included with the mounting kit.
WARNING: Failure to use the included Ethernet cable glands can lead to connectivity and POE issues.
NOTE: The Ethernet cable is not included and must be purchased separately. Purchase a suitable UV-resistant, outdoor rated, CAT
5E or better RJ45 cable for use with the AP.
