Aruba AP-375ATEX Series Access Points
| Installation Guide
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Connecting the Ethernet Cable
To connect the Ethernet cable to the access point, perform the following steps.
Figure 4
Cable Gland
1. Remove the dust cap from the Ethernet port.
2. It is not necessary to dismantle the cable gland any further than illustrated in
.
3. Fit the cable gland into the Ethernet port with the shroud and fully tighten the entry item.
4. Determine the conductor length required to suit the installation and prepare the cable accordingly, removing
part of the outer sheath where required to reveal the insulated conductors.
5. Slacken the seal nut to relax the seal.
6. Pass the cable through the cable gland (See
), then attach the connector to the end of the cable.
7. Insert the cable connector to the Ethernet port, then tighten the seal nut by hand until resistance is felt (when
the seal contacts the cable). Tighten with a spanner one further turn.
Figure 5
Passing a Cable through the Cable Gland
Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity
The integrated LEDs on the access point can be used to verify that the access point is receiving power and
initializing successfully (see
). For instructions on initial setup and software configuration,
refer to the AP Software Quick Start Guide.
Electrical and Environmental Specifications
!
Failure to use the cable gland can lead to connectivity and POE issues.
The cable is not included and must be purchased separately. Purchase a suitable UV-resistant, outdoor rated,
CAT 5E or better RJ45 cable for use with the access point.
Seal Nut
Seal
Entry Item