Huawei AP4030DN
Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide
2 AP Installation
Issue 02 (2015-05-18)
Huawei Proprietary and Confidential
Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
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Description
1
Network cable
The network cables used
are category-5 enhanced
or higher twisted pairs.
Ensure that the AP is
connected to the Ethernet
using the Ethernet cable
that works properly. If
the Ethernet cable is not
working properly, for
example, RJ45
connectors are
short-circuited, the AP
may fail to be powered
on or fail to work.
Before connecting an
Ethernet cable to the AP,
use the cable test tool to
check whether the cable
is qualified. If the cable
is unqualified, replace it.
2
DC power adapter
The AP supports the PoE
power supply and DC
power supply.
To connect the AP to a
DC power source, use
the power adapter
delivered with the AP;
otherwise, the AP maybe
damaged.
When PoE and power adapter power supplies are available, the devices are preferentially powered by
the PoE.
Pay attention to the following points when installing network cables
Before connecting an Ethernet cable to the AP, use the cable test tool to check whether
the cable is qualified. If the cable is unqualified, replace it.
Do not connect the service network cable to the console port. Otherwise, the AP may be
damaged when the PoE power supply is used.
Before removing network cables or power cables, remove the AP from the mounting
bracket first to prevent damage to the network cables or power cables.
The cable cannot exceed 100 meters.
2.7 Installing the Security Lock
There is a security slot on the AP. You can lock the AP to an immovable object to prevent the
AP against theft. The detailed procedures are as follows:
