Aruba 310 Series Wireless Access Point
Installation Guide
The Aruba 310 Series wireless access points (AP-314, AP-315, IAP-314, and
IAP-315) support IEEE 802.11ac standards for a high-performance WLAN.
This device is equipped with two single-band radios, which provide network
access and monitor the network simultaneously. These access points
deliver high-performance 802.11n 2.4GHz and 802.11ac 5GHz functionality,
while also supporting 802.11a/b/g wireless services. Multi-user Multiple-in,
Multiple-output (MU-MIMO) is enabled when operating in 5GHz mode for
optimal performance.
The AP-314 and AP-315 access points work in conjunction with an Aruba
controller, while IAP-314 and IAP-315 access points can be configured via
the built-in virtual controller.
The 310 Series wireless access points provides the following capabilities:
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless access point
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless air monitor
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac spectrum analysis
Compatible with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3af PoE
Support for MCS8 and MCS9
Centralized management, configuration and upgrades
Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio
Package Contents
310 Series access point
9/16" and 15/16” Ceiling Rail Adapters
Safety, Compliance, and Warranty Information
guide
Aruba Instant Quick Start Guide
(IAP-314 and IAP-315 only)
Aruba Professional Installation Guide
(IAP-314 only)
Aruba 310 Series Wireless Access Point Installation Guide
(this document)
Software
The AP-314 and AP-315 access points require ArubaOS 6.5.0.0 or higher. For
additional information, refer to the
ArubaOS User Guide
and
ArubaOS Quick
Start Guide
.
The IAP-314 and IAP-315 access points require Aruba Instant 4.3.0.0 or
higher. For additional information, refer to the
Aruba Instant User Guide
and
Aruba Aruba Instant
Quick Start Guide
.
310 Series Hardware Overview
Figure 1
LED Status Indicators
LEDs
The 310 Series has two LEDs that indicate the system and radio status.
The LEDs have three operating modes that can be selected in the system
management software:
Default mode: see
Table 1
Off mode: LEDs are off
Blink mode: LEDs blink green
Table 1:
310 Series LED Status Indicators
External Antenna Connectors
The AP-314 and IAP-314 access points are equipped with four external
antenna connectors located on the front cover corners of the access point
(see
Figure 2
).
Figure 2
External Antenna Connectors
Antenna ports ANT0 and ANT1 are connected to a dual-band radio and
support 2.4GHz and 5GHz. The ANT2 and ANT3 antenna ports support
5GHz only.
USB Interface
The 310 Series is equipped with a USB port for connectivity with cellular
modems and other USB client devices.
Figure 3
USB Port
When powered by an 802.3at or DC source, the USB port can supply power
up to 5W.
The USB interface is disabled when the access point is powered by an
802.3af PoE source.
Figure 4
Back Panel
Console Port
The console port allows the user to connect the access point directly to a
serial terminal or laptop for local management. Connect the device to a
terminal or terminal server using an AP-CBL-SER cable.
The port is a 4-pin HDR connector with pin-out details in
Figure 5
.
Figure 5
Console Port Pin-Out
Ethernet Ports
The 310 Series is equipped with a 10/100/1000Base-T auto-sensing MDI/
MDX Ethernet port. This port supports wired-network connectivity, in
addition to Power over Ethernet (PoE) from IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at
compliant power sources.
This device accepts 56V DC (802.3at), or 48V DC (802.3af) nominal as a
standard powered device (PD) from power sourcing equipment, including
PoE midspan injector or a PoE-sourcing network infrastructure.
The port is an RJ45 connector with pin-out details in
Figure 5
.
Figure 6
RJ45 Gigabit Port Pin-Out
Kensington Lock Slot
The 310 Series is equipped with a Kensington lock slot for additional
security, shown in
Figure 4
.
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 Ethernet port supports PoE-in and may draw power from an 802.3at
(recommended) or an 802.3af source.
If PoE is unavailable, the 310 Series access points have a single 12V/36W DC
power input to support the AP-AC-12V30UN AC-to-DC power adapter kit
(sold separately).
When both 802.3at and DC power sources are available, the DC power
source will take precedence. The access point will simultaneously draw a
minimal current from the PoE source. In the event that the DC source fails,
the access point will switch to the 802.3at source.
The 310 Series operates without restriction when powered by 802.3at
compliant and DC power sources. In this mode the USB interface is enabled
and supports up to 1A/5W to a powered device (PD).
When powered by an 802.3af PoE+ source, the access point operates in
power-saving mode. In this mode the USB interface is disabled.
Table 2:
Power Modes
Before You Begin
Access Point Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your 310 Series access point, ensure that you have the
following:
CAT5E UTP cable or better
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) controller
or midspan PSE device
Aruba AP-AC-12V30UN adapter kit (sold separately)
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.
Aruba access points are classified as radio transmission devices, and are
subject to government regulations of the host country. The network
administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that configuration and
operation of this equipment is in compliance with their country’s
regulations. For complete list of approved channels in your country,
refer to the
Aruba Downloadable Regulatory Table
at
www.arubanetworks.com
.
LED
Color/State
Meaning
System Status Off
Device powered off
Green- blinking
Device booting, not ready for use
Green- solid
Device ready for use
Amber- solid
Device ready; Power Save mode (802.3af
PoE)
Amber- blinking
Device operating in restricted mode. Meets
one of the following conditions:
Uplink negotiated in sub-optimal speed
(<1Gbps), or
Ethernet radio is in non High-Throughput
(HT) mode
Green/Amber-
solid
No software setting/network restrictions
Red- Solid
System error condition
Radio Status
Off
Device powered off; or both radios disabled
Green- solid
Both radios enabled in access mode
Green- blinking
One radio enabled in access mode; one radio
disabled
Amber- solid
Both radios enabled in monitor mode
Amber- blinking
One radio enabled in monitor mode; one
radio disabled
Green/Amber-
Alternating
One radio in access mode; one radio in
monitor mode
External antennas for this device must be installed by an Aruba Certified
Mobility Professional (ACMP) or other Aruba-certified technician, using
manufacturer-approved antennas only.
The Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) levels for all external
antenna devices must not exceed the regulatory limit set by the host
country/domain.
Installers are required to record the antenna gain for this device in the
system management software.
ANT0
ANT1
ANT3
ANT2
USB Port
Ethernet Port
Console Port
Kensington
Lock
DC Power
Socket
Reset Button
BLE Radio
A
1 3.3V
2 RX
3 TX
4 GND
Pin Signal
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
Power Source
Limitations
USB Output
DC (AP-AC-12V30B)
No restrictions
1A/5W
802.3at PoE
No restrictions
1A/5W
802.3af PoE+
USB disabled
Disabled
FCC Statement:
Improper termination of access points installed in the
United States configured to non-US model controllers is a 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
ArubaOS User Guide/Aruba 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
ArubaOS User
Guide/Aruba 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
ArubaOS User Guide/Aruba Instant User Guide.
Apparati Radio LAN a bassa Potenza, operanti a 2.4 GHz e 5 GHz. Fare
riferimento alla
ArubaOS User Guide/Aruba Instant User Guide
per avere
informazioni detagliate sulle restrizioni.
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