Installing the ExtremeWireless Outdoor
AP3965
Overview of the AP3965
The AP3965 enables you to extend your Wireless LAN
beyond the boundaries of indoor locations. It is resistant to
harsh outdoor conditions and extreme temperatures
(Operating Temp. -40ºC~60ºC). Using the advanced
wireless distribution mesh feature of Wireless LAN, the
AP3965 can extend your Wireless LAN to outdoor locations
without Ethernet cabling. Mounting brackets are provided
for quick and easy mounting of the AP to walls and poles.
Figure 1 AP3965 Top View
AP3965 models have the following specifications:
• Radios: 2 radios (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
• LEDs: 5 (see
Figure 1
)
• Power: 802.3at (PoE+) compliant
• The AP3965 supports the 802.11ac and 802.11n wireless
standards, with full backward compatibility with legacy
802.11a, and 802.11b/g. The AP3965 with external antenna
connectors supports a variety of antennas. (External
antennas must be ordered separately.)
• The AP3965 interoperates fully with Wireless LAN,
including support for VoWLAN, branch office mode,
guest services, RTLS, availability and mobility features.
• Mounting brackets for a wall or pole mount
• Enabled for use with an ExtremeCloud
TM
entitlement.
For detailed installation information about the AP3965, see
the
ExtremeWireless AP3965i/e Installation Guide
.
Electrical Hazard:
Only qualified personnel should perform
installation procedures.
Note:
In this Quick Reference, any reference to
AP3965
applies to both AP3965 an “i” model (with internal
antennas) and an “e” model (with external antennas).
1
Status
5
Radio 1 (5 GHz)
2
LAN 1 (Ethernet 1)
6
LAN Ports (POE):
LAN 1 PDE Port
LAN 2 PSE Port output of DC48V, 0.26A
3
LAN 2 (Ethernet 2)
7
Console Port and Reset Button
4
Radio 2 (2.4 GHz)
.
Warning:
Always install and torque all LAN and Console
caps properly, regardless of installation site location.
Note:
All radio and LAN ports are labeled on the AP3965.
Unpacking the AP3965
The AP3965 box includes a cardboard separation.
1 Unpack the AP3965 from its carton.
2 Verify the contents of the carton as listed in
Table 1
.
Optional:
You may also need antennas, terminators, or
cables. Refer to
www.extremenetworks.com/support
for
product numbers.
Mounting the AP3965
Use these instructions as guidelines for mounting and
connecting the AP3965 easily and safely. The installation of
the AP3965 should be performed by a professional installer
to ensure proper operation and compliance with local
safety guidelines.
Attach the AP3965 to a surface that can support it and
withstand its environment. It can be mounted to a wall,
girder, ceiling, or pole, and the surface material can be
concrete, brick, wood, metal, or plastic.
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 12.0 in-lbs.
Mounting the AP3965 to a Wall
1 Using the mounting bracket as a guide, mark the location
for the mounting screws. The wall bracket provides 8
attachment holes. Use 4 (1 in each corner), Place the
bracket and mark the 4 hole centers.
2 Drill four holes into the wall as follows:
– 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:
Table 1 Contents of the AP3965
Quantity
Item
1
AP3965 Quick Reference
1
WS-AP3965i/e model that you ordered.
Under the cardboard separation:
1
H” shaped bracket that is used for mounting the AP.
1
Metal bracket for attaching the AP to a pole, pipe, or mast.
1
#10AWG ground wire with a ring terminal crimped on it (6 foot
length)
The following hardware is included:
4
Additional hex nuts for the concrete anchors.
4
Concrete wall anchor assemblies that include the anchors, a
flat washer, and a hex nut.
4
Split washer for the concrete anchors.
4
Cable clamps, all are ½" wide. Two clamps accommodate a 2.5"
maximum diameter pole and two clamps accommodate a
6”-7” diameter pole.
8
Screw assemblies, size M4, that include the screws, flat
washers, and split washers.
1
Ground Screw assembly, size M4, that include the screw, star
washer, and split washer.
Note:
Before mounting the AP3965, read the “RF Safety
Distance” on page 2.
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 12.0 in-lbs.
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 2
AP3965 Wall Mount “H” Bracket
Mounting the AP3965 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 “H” bracket on the side that does
not have the PEM stand-offs. Tighten the four screws to a
torque of 12.0 in-lbs.
3 Using four M4 screw assemblies, attach the pole bracket
onto the “H” bracket. Tighten the screws to 12.0 in-lbs.
Figure 3
Attaching Pole Mount to “H” Bracket
4 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.
Pole Diameter
Cable Clamp Size
<= 2.5” [63.5mm],
Use small cable clamp.
6” - 7” (178mm)
Use large cable clamp
Note:
It is easier to install both clamps before attaching to
the pole.
5 Put the metal band around the pole and insert it into the
clamp. Turn the clamp screw clockwise, tightening the
band around the pole.
Figure 4 AP with Mounting Bracket—Horizontal Position
Figure 5 AP3965 Pole Mount—Vertical Pole
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 AP3965.
Connecting & Powering the AP3965
You can power up the AP3965 using Power over Ethernet
based on 802.3at (PoE+) compliant switch or PoE+ injector.
• The PoE injector must be 802.3at compliant. The PoE
injector is not provided with the AP.
• A waterproof RJ45 connector is provided to connect the
PoE injector to the AP3965. You must connect the RJ45
connector to the RJ45 cable. For instructions, refer to
the
ExtremeWireless Outdoor
AP3965
Installation Guide
.
Note:
When the AP3965 is powered by the Power Injector,
the DATA port of the Injector should be connected to a non
PoE switch or, if the switch is PoE capable, PoE must be
DISABLED on the DATA port.
