Dell Networking W-AP277 Outdoor Access Point
| Installation Guide
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Best Practice for Outdoor Connection to AC Mains
In all circumstances and with any outdoor infrastructure the recommended practice is to connect to AC mains in
an order grade weather protected junction box. This needs to be implemented by a qualified resource in a manner
that is consistent with the electrical code in force in the jurisdiction of deployment. In many countries this will
require a licensed electrician to perform this operation.
In Japan, this would is a Certified Electrician by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
The use of plugs with infrastructure equipment is suitable only for temporary installs where nuisance tripping of
GFI plugs is considered tolerable. Should it be desired to attach a plug to the cable assemblies then the installer is
expected to follow all directions provided with the plug end in a fashion consistent with local electrical code.
Use of the CKIT-OD-AC-P
Assembly instructions for this part are shipped with the part. All instructions must be followed to ensure proper
assembly of the connector onto the cable.
The required specifications for third party cable used with the CKIT solution are as follows:
AC power cable specifications (when using AC connector kit and custom cable): minimum voltage/current
rating 250V/1A, diameter 6-12mm, rated for outdoor use and UV exposure
AC Power Cable Connector PIN OUT
Figure 8
AC power cable connector
Connecting the Power Cable to the AP
1. Remove the weatherproof cap on the power interface.
2. Insert the power cable connector into the power interface and hand-fasten the locknut.
Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity
The integrated LEDs on the AP can be used to verify that the AP is receiving power and initializing successfully
(see
). Refer to the
Dell Networking W-Series
ArubaOS Quick Start Guide
for details on
verifying post-installation network connectivity.
Configuring the AP
AP Provisioning/Reprovisioning
Provisioning parameters are unique to each AP. These local AP parameters are initially configured on the
controller which are then pushed out to the AP and stored on the AP itself. Dell recommends that provisioning
settings be configured via the ArubaOS Web UI only. Refer to the
Dell Networking W-Series
ArubaOS User Guide
for details.
AP Configuration
Configuration parameters are network or controller specific and are configured and stored on the controller.
Network configuration settings are pushed out to the AP(s) but remain stored on the controller.
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