Hardware Installation
AP-7622 Access Point Installation Guide
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Access Point Placement
For optimal performance, install the Access Point away from transformers, heavy-duty
motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial equipment.
Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Install the
Access Point in an open area or add Access Points as needed to improve coverage.
Antenna coverage is analogous to lighting. Users might find an area lit from far away to be
not bright enough. An area lit sharply might minimize coverage and create dark areas.
Uniform antenna placement in an area (like even placement of a light bulb) provides even,
efficient coverage.
Install the Access Point at an ideal height of 10 feet from the ground.
To maximize the Access Point’s radio coverage area, recommends conducting a site survey
to define and document radio interference obstacles before installing the Access Point.
Power Injector System
An AP-7622 Access Point can receive power via an Ethernet cable connected to the GE1/
POE (LAN) port.
When users purchase a WLAN solution, they often need to place Access Points in obscure
locations. In the past, a dedicated power source was required for each Access Point in
addition to the Ethernet infrastructure. This often required an electrical contractor to install
power drops at each Access Point location. The Power Injector merges power and Ethernet
into one cable, reducing the burden of installation and allowing optimal Access Point
placement in respect to the intended coverage area.
The AP-PSBIAS-2P3-ATR Power Injector is a high power POE Injector delivering up to 30
watts. The Access Point can only use a Power Injector when connecting the unit to the
Access Point’s GE1/POE port. The Power Injector is separately ordered and not shipped with
an existing AP SKU.
The Access Point’s Power Supply is not included with the Access Point and is orderable
separately as an accessory. Disconnecting the AC power from the PWRS-14000-148R
causes the Access Point to re-boot before sourcing power from the POE power injector. If
CAUTION
Using a non-compliant injector, or an injector supporting legacy modes will not
allow the AP-7622 to function at optimum performance levels.
CAUTION
Do not plug the AP-PSBIAS-2P3-ATR Power Injector into the Access Point’s
Console port. Connecting the Power Injector into the console port can damage
the port and void the AP-7622’s product warranty.
