OAW 320 Series Access Point
Installation Guide
The Alcatel-Lucent OAW-320 Series access points (OAW-AP324, OAW-AP325,
OAW-IAP324, and OAW-IAP325) support IEEE 802.11ac standards for high-
performance WLAN, and is equipped with two dual-band radios, which can
provide access and monitor the network simultaneously. Multi-user
Multiple-input, Multiple-output (MU-MIMO) technology allows this access point
to deliver high-performance 802.11n 2.4 GHz and 802.11ac 5 GHz functionality,
while also supporting 802.11a/b/g wireless services.
The OAW-AP324 and OAW-AP325 access points work in conjunction with a
Alcatel-Lucent switch, while the OAW-IAP324 and OAW-IAP325 Instant access
points can be configured using a built-in virtual switch.
The OAW-320 Series access points provide the following capabilities:
Dual wireless transceiver
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor and spectrum
analyzer
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3af PoE
Centralized management configuration and upgrades
Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio
Package Contents
Alcatel-Lucent OAW-320 Series access point
9/16" and 15/16” Ceiling Rail Adapters
Installation Guide (this document)
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information Guide
Instant Quick Start Guide (Instant access points only)
Professional Installation Guide (Instant access points only)
Software
The OAW-AP324 and OAW-AP325 require AOS-W 6.4.4 or higher. For additional
information, refer to the AOS-W User Guide and AOS-W Quick Start Guide.
The OAW-IAP324 and OAW-IAP325 Instant access points require Instant 4.2.1 or
higher. For additional information, refer to the Instant User Guide and
Instant Quick Start Guide.
Hardware Overview
Figure 1
LEDs
LEDs
The OAW-320 Series access points have two LEDs that indicate the system and
radio status of the device.
External Antenna Connectors
The OAW-AP324/OAW-IAP324 model access points are equipped with four
external antenna connectors located on the front corners of the access point
(see
Figure 2
).
Figure 2
External Antenna Connectors
USB Interface
The OAW-320 Series access points are equipped with a USB port for connectivity
with cellular modems and other USB client devices. When powered by an 802.3at
PoE+ or DC source, the USB port can supply up to 5W.
Figure 3
Bottom Panel
Console Port
The serial console port allows the user to connect the access point to a serial
terminal or a laptop for direct local management. This port is an RJ-45 connector
with pinouts details in
Figure 4
. Connect it directly to a terminal or terminal
server using an Ethernet cable.
Figure 4
Serial Port Pin-Out
Ethernet Ports
The OAW-320 Series access points are equipped with two 10/100/1000 Base-T
(RJ-45) auto-sensing, MDI/MDX wired-network connectivity port, ENET0 and
ENET1. These ports support IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at Power over Ethernet
(PoE) compliant sources, accepting 56V DC (nominal) as a standard defined
Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), such as a PoE
midspan injector, or network infrastructure that supports PoE. The Ethernet
ports are on the bottom of the access point. These ports have RJ-45 female
connectors with the pin-outs shown in
Figure 5
.
Figure 5
Gigabit Ethernet Port Pin-Out
Kensington Lock Slot
The OAW-320 Series access points are equipped with a Kensington lock slot for
additional security.
Reset Button
The reset button can be used to return the access point to factory default
settings. To reset the access point, refer to the steps below:
1. Power off the access point.
2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a
paperclip.
3. Power-on the access point without releasing the reset button. The power LED
will flash within 5 seconds.
4. Release the reset button.
The power LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is
completed. The access point will now continue to boot with the factory default
settings.
Power
The ENET0 and ENET1 ports support PoE-in, allowing one port to draw power
from an 802.3at PoE+ source (recommended) or an 802.3af PoE source. When
both PoE and DC power sources are available, the access point will default to
using the DC power source.
The OAW-320 Series access points have a single 12V/30W DC power jack socket
to support that supports the AP-AC-12V30UN AC-to-DC adapter kit (sold
separately).
Power Modes
The OAW-320 Series access points can operate in two power modes. The modes
are not configurable and determined by the access point based on the amount of
power available.
The OAW-320 Series access points operate without restrictions when powered
by a DC or 802.3at PoE+ source.
When powered by an 802.3af PoE source, the following restrictions apply:
Second Ethernet port disabled
USB interface disabled
2.4 GHz in 1x1:1 mode
Before You Begin
Access Point Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your OAW-320 Series access point, ensure that you have the
following:
CAT5E or CAT6 UTP cable of required length
One of the following power sources:
IEEE 802.3at or 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) source. The
PoE source can be any power source equipment (PSE) switch or midspan
PSE device
Alcatel-Lucent AP AC-to-DC adapter kit (sold separately)
For OAW-AP324 and OAW-AP325 access points only:
Alcatel-Lucent Switch provisioned on the network
Layer 2/3 network connectivity to the access point
One of the following network services:
Alcatel-Lucent Discovery Protocol (ADP)
DNS server with an “A” record
DHCP Server with vendor-specific options
Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity
Before installing access points in a network environment, make sure that they
are able to locate and connect to the switch after power on.
!
This device must be professionally installed and serviced by a trained
Alcatel-Lucent Certified Field Expert (ACFE) or similar.
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use
these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.
System Status
Radio Status
LED
Color/State
Meaning
System Status
(Left)
Off
Device powered off
Green/Amber-
Alternating
Device booting; not ready
Green- Solid
Device ready
Amber- Solid
Device ready; power-save mode (802.3af PoE):
Single radio
USB disabled
Green or Amber-
Flashing
Restricted mode:
Uplink negotiated in sub optimal speed; or
Radio in non-high throughput mode
Red
System error condition
Radio Status
(Right)
Off
Device powered off, or both radios disabled
Green- Solid
Both radios enabled in access mode
Amber- Solid
Both radios enabled in monitor mode
Green/Amber-
Alternating
One radio enabled in access mode, one
enabled in monitor mode
!
Devices with external antennas must use manufacturer-approved antennas
only.
The administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that the Equivalent
Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) levels for external antenna devices are
compliant with the regulatory standards of the host country/domain.
Installer(s) are required to record the antenna gain (dBi) for this device in the
system management software.
The USB is disabled when powered by an 802.3af PoE source.
ANT1
ANT0
ANT2
ANT3
12V 2.5A
. . .
USB Port
Ethernet Ports
Console Port
DC Power Socket
Reset Button
Kensington Lock
BLE Radio
1000Base-T Gigabit
Ethernet Port
RJ-45 Female
Pin-Out
Signal Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
BI_DC+
BI_DC-
BI_DD+
BI_DD-
BI_DA+
BI_DA-
BI_DB+
BI_DB-
Function
Bi-directional pair +C
Bi-directional pair -C
Bi-directional pair +D
Bi-directional pair -D
Bi-directional pair +A
Bi-directional pair -A
Bi-directional pair +B
Bi-directional pair -B
!
FCC Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the
United States configured to non-US model controllers will be in violation of
the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or intentional
violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate termination
of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
!
EU Statement:
Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Please refer to the AOS-W User Guide/Instant User Guide
for details on
restrictions.
Produit réseau local radio basse puissance operant dans la bande
fréquence 2.4 GHz et 5 GHz. Merci de vous referrer au AOS
-W
User Guide/
Instant User Guide pour les details des restrictions.
Low Power FunkLAN Produkt, das im 2.4 GHz und im 5 GHz Band arbeitet.
Weitere Informationen bezlüglich Einschränkungen finden Sie im AOS-W
User Guide/Instant User Guide
.
Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare
riferimento alla AOS-W User Guide/Instant User Guide per avere
informazioni detagliate sulle restrizioni.
Alcatel-Lucent access points are designed in compliance with
governmental requirements, so that only authorized network administrators
are permitted to change the settings for this device. For more information
about access point configuration, refer to the AOS-W Quick Start Guide/
Instant Quick Start Guide and AOS-W User Guide/Instant User Guide.
The instructions in this section are applicable to the OAW-AP324 and OAW-
AP325 access points only.
