5
Installing the AP
IMPORTANT:
To ensure radio coverage, have the AP installed by technical personnel as a best practice.
When you install the AP, follow these restrictions and guidelines:
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The AP is large and heavy. Avoid bodily injury and device damage during the installation.
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If you install the AP on a pole, make sure the pole is vertical to the ground and iron components
have been treated with corrosion protection.
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If you pole-mount the AP on the top of a building, make sure the AP does not project beyond the
sides of the building.
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To avoid high temperature caused by exposure to the sun, install the AP in a place without or
with less direct sunlight and take protection measures if necessary.
Pre-installation tasks
Before installing an AP, perform the following tasks:
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Connect the AP to the power source and the network. Examine the LED to verify that the AP
can operate correctly. For more information about the AP LED, see "
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Verify that cabling at the installation site has been completed.
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Record the AP MAC address and serial number marked on the rear of the AP for future use.