Aruba AP-270-MNT-V1 User Manual

Aruba AP-270 Series Outdoor Access Points
Installation Guide
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The Aruba AP-274 and AP-275 are environmentally hardened, outdoor rated, dual-radio IEEE 802.11ac wireless
access points. These access points use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology and other high-throughput
mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality while simultaneously
supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services. The AP-270 Series access point works only in conjunction
with an Aruba Controller.
AP-270 Series Operations
 Wireless transceiver
 Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
 Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
 Protocol-independent networking functionality
 Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
 Central management configuration and upgrades with an Aruba Controller.
Package Contents
 AP-274 or AP-275 Access Point
 Cable Glands x2
 Copper Lug x1
 M4x6 Screw x1
 USB Console Cable
AP-270 Series Hardware Overview
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet, Console, and power interfaces are connected to the AP, not loose in the
package.
Mounting kits for use with the AP-270 Series access points are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales
representative for details.
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 AP-270-MNT-V1 Specifications

General

Product Name	Aruba AP-270-MNT-V1
Category	Wireless Access Point
Product Type	Mounting Kit
Compatibility	Aruba AP-270 Series Access Points
Mounting Type	Wall or Ceiling Mount
Material	Metal
Weight	0.5 kg

Summary

AP-270 Series Hardware Overview

System LED Status

Details the single LED indicating system status during boot-up and operation.

USB Console Port

Ethernet Ports

Reset Button Functionality

AC Power Interface

Grounding Point

Before You Begin

Pre-Installation Network Requirements

Outlines necessary network configurations and controller setup before AP deployment.

Pre-Installation Checklist

Verifying Pre-Installation Connectivity

Details how to ensure APs can locate and connect to the controller upon power-up.

Outdoor Planning and Deployment Considerations

Identifying Specific Installation Locations

RF Interference Identification

Installing the AP

Mounting Kit Usage

AP Grounding Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for properly grounding the AP.

Connecting the Ethernet Cable

Details the process of connecting the Ethernet cable using provided cable glands.

Connecting the Power Cable

Describes how to connect the AP to AC power using specified cables or kits.

Configuring the AP

Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity

Describes using AP LEDs and ArubaOS Quick Start Guide to verify network connectivity.

AP Provisioning and Reprovisioning

Explains how provisioning parameters are configured on the controller and pushed to the AP.

AP Configuration Methods

Outlines how network and controller specific settings are configured via WebUI or CLI.

Product Specifications

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

FCC Class B Part 15 Compliance

EU Regulatory Conformance

Canadian RF Regulations

Canadian RF Caution