Installation and Initialization
AP-8000 User Guide
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2. Connect one end of the second CAT6 Ethernet cable to the Data In port of the DC Injector. The other end of the cable
should not be connected to another device until installation is complete.
NOTES:
•
Use a straight-through cable if you intend to connect the unit to a switch, hub or patch panel.
•
Use a cross-over Ethernet cable (CAT6) or adapter if you intend to connect the unit to a single computer.
Using a Console Port
Follow the following steps to connect Access Point with a console port.
1. Connect a nine-pin, male-to-female serial cable to the COM port on a computer or laptop and to the DB9 connector of
the Access Point.
2. Open the Microsoft’s HyperTerminal to set up the AP-8000. For more information, refer to
.
Install the Cable Security Cover (Optional)
When the
RS-232 cable is not connected
, you may install a security cover to determine unauthorized access to the unit.
The security cover is a plastic enclosure that prevents access to the power and LAN ports, and the
Reset
and
Reload
buttons.
1. Open the split end of the security cover just enough to slide the power cable (if you are not using Gigabit Ethernet
PoE) and the CAT 6 Ethernet cable through the opening until they fit inside the straight clamping portion of the cover.
Exercise care as you slide the cable (s) so you do not accidentally break the cover.
2. Slide the hinging end of the security cover into the hole on the rear panel of the unit to the left of connectors. Once in
place, pivot the cover to bring it close to the rear panel of the unit.
3. Use two screws to fasten the security cover on to the rear panel of the unit.
Install the Antenna
The omni-directional antennas supplied with the product do not require any professional installation as they have
non-standard connectors.
NOTE:
Optionally, you can use the Range Extended Antenna (REA). This accessory also has non-standard connectors,
and can be easily installed.
If the regular outdoor antennas are used, connected via a pigtail conversion cable that offers a standard connector type
for antenna connection, then professional installation is required.
Follow these steps to assemble the antennas to AP-8000:
1. Hand-tighten the antennas clockwise, onto the outer connectors of AP-8000 until they are firmly attached.
2. Position the antennas as close to the horizontal surface (ceiling or wall), so as to get the maximum signal coverage of
the omni-directional antenna.
NOTE:
Proxim recommends to aim the antenna horizontal, as the wireless coverage angle is wider with the antenna
pointing up or down.
Mount the Unit
Proxim recommends that you have site survey professionally conducted to determine the best location for the AP.
The following considerations must be kept in mind when the AP-8000 is mounted.
• The AP must be protected from exposure, and the environmental conditions must be within those specified in the
product datasheet that can be found at
http://www.proxim.com/products
.
• AP-8000 uses +5 V/3.5 A power adapter.