Installing the ExtremeWireless
AP3917i/e
Access Point
Overview of the AP3917i/e
The AP3917 is an IP67 rated Access Point with 802.11ac dual band 2:2 radios.
The AP3917 is easy to install, lightweight, and is available in an internal
(AP3917i) and external (AP3917e) antenna model. Each model includes 802.11
radios, an IoT radio, and a GPS radio. The AP3917 model comes in two models:
AP3917i and AP3917e. In this document, the functionality, feature, and the
procedure applies to both the models when AP3917i/e is used.
The AP3917i/e model has the following features:
•
Radios: 2 radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz); 1 IoT/BLE/802.15.4 Radio (2.4 GHz)
•
Console Port: RJ45
•
One RJ45, 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port (GE1) with PoE
•
One RJ45, 10/100/1000Mb Ethernet Port (GE2)
•
IP67 Connectors on all ports
•
LEDs: 4 (see
Figure 1
)
•
One Reset button
•
Power: PoE 802.3af or 802.3at
•
GPS Receiver (will be supported via a future firmware release)
•
Antennas:
–
AP3917i - 5
internal
antennas (four band locked antennas and one BLE
antenna). The polarization on one antenna of each radio can be
configured by the installer.
–
AP3917e- 5
external
antennas (four single band antennas and one BLE
antenna)
•
Temperature: -40 to 70*C ambient temperature
•
Enclosure: Cast Aluminum base and PC cover
Figure 1
indicates AP3917i. In
Figure 2
, you can see AP3917e.
Figure 1
Top and Side Views of AP3917i
Figure 2
Top and Side Views of AP3917e
Note:
The AP3917i/e requires a minimum base firmware of 10.41.
1
IoT/BLE Radio
2
Radio - 5 GHz
3
Radio - 2.4 GHz
4
Status
5
GE1 (PoE IN)
6
GE2
7
Console/Reset
8
Vent
1
IoT/BLE Radio
2
Radio - 5 GHz
3
Radio - 2.4 GHz
4
Status
5
GE1 (PoE IN)
6
GE2
7
Console/Reset
LEDs on the Front of the AP
Both the Radio LEDs will be Green when they are ON and the LEDs will not
have any lights when they are OFF. Blue LED indicates the IoT status.
For detailed installation information about the AP3917i/e, see the
ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide
.
Table 1
shows ways to power the AP3917i/e.
Table 1
Powering the AP3917i/e
Verifying the AP3917i/e Box Contents
Verify the contents of the box and ensure that the following items are
available:
Mounting and Connecting the AP
Use these instructions as guidelines for mounting and connecting the
AP3917i/e easily and safely.
The AP3917i/e mounting brackets are sold separately.
For more information about installing the optional bracket and the adapter,
see the
ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide
.
For installation videos of the AP, see
www.extremenetworks.com/support/.
Mounting the AP3917i/e
The installation of the AP3917i/e should be performed by a professional
installer to ensure proper operation and compliance with local safety
guidelines.
The access point can be mounted to a wall, girder, ceiling, pole or vehicle
using the appropriate bracket.
Positioning the AP for Installation
Mount the AP so that the glands are on the side of the AP closest to the
ground, and not above the plastic cover. You must provide a 3-inch drip loop
on all cables.
Attach the Ground Wire
Use the M4 ground screw assembly, with the star washer, to attach the
ground wire’s ring terminal to the back of the AP. The wire should be as close
to the AP bottom as possible. Tighten the screw to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-
lbs.
Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Wall
1
Using the mounting bracket as a guide, mark the location for the
mounting screws. The wall bracket provides eight attachment holes. Use
four (one in each corner), Place the bracket and mark the four hole
centers.
2 Drill four holes into the wall as follows:
8
2.4 G - Antenna 1 and 2
9
Vent
10
5G - Antenna 1
11
BLE/802.15.4 Antenna
12
5 G - Antenna 2
Power Source
Description
Power over
Ethernet
(PoE)
Power is provided through the RJ45 Ethernet port (GE1 port).
Table 2
Contents of the AP3917i/e Box
Quantity Item
1
AP3917i/e Quick Reference Guide
1
Cloud Quick Start Card
The following hardware is included:
1
M4 screw assembly with star washer
1
Ring terminal
Electrical Hazard:
Only qualified personnel should perform
installation procedures.
Note:
Do not remove the dust cap until you need to install the BLE/
IoT antennas.
Note:
Attach the H bracket after attaching the ground wire onto the
AP. Once you tighten the torque, tighten the ground screws, and
attach the LAN cable.
Note:
The “H” type Mounting Bracket (WS-MBO-H01) is sold as a
separate accessory (ordering part #30519).
–
for installing the AP on a masonry wall, use a 5/16” diameter bit.
–
for other materials, use the appropriate drill for the screws being used.
3
For masonry installations, drill at least 1/8” (3mm) past the depth of the
screw, or bolt, being used, and place four anchor assemblies into the
holes.
4 Attach the AP to the “H” Bracket:
a
Use 4 M4 screw assemblies to attach the AP to the “H” bracket on the
side that does
not
have the PEM stand-offs.
b Tighten the four screws to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-lbs.
Figure 3
Attaching the “H” Bracket to the AP
5
Secure the anchors to the wall, then secure the bracket to the anchors.
6 If using #10 screws, tighten them to a torque of 25 in-lbs. If using ¼”
screws, tighten them to 45 in-lbs.
Figure 4
AP3917i/AP3917e Wall Mount “H” Bracket
Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Pole
1
Determine the diameter of the pole.
For other pole diameters, provide your own stainless steel cable clamp.
The band must be ½” (12.7mm) wide.
2
Attach the AP to the “Pole Mount” bracket using four M4 screws. Tighten
the four screws to a torque of 13.0-13.5 in-lbs.
Figure 5
Attaching a Pole Bracket to the AP
3
Attach the cable clamp to the pole bracket. Open the cable clamp by
turning a flat bladed screwdriver counterclockwise. Then, insert the non-
clamp end into the pole bracket through the holes.
4 Put the metal band around the pole and insert it into the clamp. Turn the
clamp screw clockwise, tightening the band around the pole.
Note:
The Pole Mounting Bracket (WS-MBO-POLE01) is sold as a
separate accessory (ordering part #30520).
Pole Diameter
Cable Clamp Size
<= 2.5” (63.5mm)
Use small cable clamp.
5” - 7” (178mm)
Use large cable clamp
Note:
It is easier to install both clamps before attaching to the pole.
Figure 6
AP with Mounting Bracket—Vertical Pole
Mounting the AP3917i/e to a Wall/Pole using
the WS-MBO-ART01 2 Axis Extension Arm
You can mount the AP3917i/e to a wall or a pole using a 10” extension arm
(WS-MBO-ART01, ordering part #30514). For mounting and installation
instructions, refer to the
ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e Installation Guide.
Installing External Antennas
1
Professionally install the external antennas intended for area coverage.
For information about antenna selection and installation, refer to the
External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide
.
2
Attach the external antenna cables to the Standard Polarity Type-N
connectors on the AP3917i/e.
Connecting a Power Source to the AP3917i/e
If you need to power the AP3917i/e, you can do so my using the GE1 port on
the AP. The power LED on the front face of the AP illuminates when the device
is connected to a power source. Refer to the
ExtremeWireless AP3917i/e
Installation Guide
for information.
LAN/Console Connections
The AP3917i/e has one LAN (Ethernet) port and a Console port. Refer to
Figure 1
for the location of these ports. During administration and
maintenance through the LAN or Console, the AP must still have a power
connection through either an Ethernet PoE cable or a DC power supply.
Professional Installation Instruction
Installation personnel
This product is designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a
qualified personnel who has RF and related rule knowledge. The general user
shall not attempt to install or change the setting.
Installation location
The product shall be installed at a location where the radiating antenna can be
kept 20 cm for AP3917i and 35 cm for AP3917e (FCC) and 20 cm for AP3917i
and 42 cm for AP3917e (ISED) from nearby person in normal operation
condition to meet regulatory RF exposure requirement.
External antenna
Use only the antennas which have been approved by the applicant.
The non-
approved antenna(s) may produce unwanted spurious or excessive RF
transmitting power which may lead to the violation of FCC/ISED limit and is
prohibited.
Installation procedure
Please refer to user’s manual for the detail.
Instructions d'installation professionnelle
Installation
Ce produit est destine a un usage specifique et doit etre installe par un
personnel qualifie maitrisant les radiofrequences et les regles s'y rapportant.
L'installation et les reglages ne doivent pas etre modifies par l'utilisateur final.
Emplacement d'installation
En usage normal, afin de respecter les exigences reglementaires concernant
l'exposition aux radiofrequences, ce produit doit etre installe de facon a
respecter une distance de 20 cm pour AP3917i et 35cm pour AP3917e (FCC)
et 20 cm pour AP3917i et 42cm pour AP3917e (ISED) entre l'antenne
emettrice et les personnes.
Antenn externe
Utiliser uniiquement les antennes approuvees par le fabricant. L'utilisation
d'autres antennes peut conduire a un niveau de rayonnement essentiel ou non
Warning:
Please carefully select the installation position and make sure that
the final output power does not exceed the limit set force in relevant rules. The
violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty.