6 Aruba 560 Series Outdoor Access Points | Installation Guide
Grounding the Access Point
The grounding must be completed before powering up the access point. The grounding wire should be #8 AWG.
1. Peel the cover of one end of the grounding wire and place the bare grounding wire into the grounding lug
(included in the package), and press firmly with the crimping pliers.
2. Fasten the grounding lug to the grounding hole on the access point with the screw (included in the package).
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
To connect the Ethernet cable to the access point, perform the following steps using the Ethernet cable gland
that ships with your access point.
Figure 2 Installing the Ethernet Cable Gland
1. Remove the dust cap from the Ethernet port
2. Slide the sealing nut, clip, split grommet and gland body over the cable.
3. Insert the RJ45 connector to the Ethernet port.
4. Screw the gland body onto the Ethernet port.
5. Combine the two split parts of the grommet over the cable, and move it towards the gland body until it
locates at the recess of the gland body.
6. Move the clip towards the gland body, passing over the grommet, until the wavy end of the clip properly fits
into the wavy end of the gland body.
7. Screw the sealing nut onto the gland body.
Software
For instructions on choosing operating modes and initial software configuration, refer to the AP Software Quick
This 560 Series access point is intended for installation in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION attached to a pole
or installed on a wall. Installers should disconnect power before working with or near the access point.
Failure to use the included Ethernet 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.
Sealing Nut
Clip
Gland Body
Split Grommet
Two grommets are provided in the package for use with the Ethernet cables. One is applicable for cables with
4-6 mm diameter, and another is applicable for cables with 6-10 mm diameter.