HP MSM320

The MSM320 is a Wi-Fi Alliance authorized Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11a/b/g product. The Wi-
Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The MSM320 is certified
under the SpectraLink Voice Interoperability for Enterprise Wireless (VIEW) Certification
Program when it operates in autonomous mode or in controlled mode in conjunction with
VIEW
an MSM7xx Controller.
Certified
MSM320 Access Point Quickstart
This Quickstart shows you how to get started using the MSM320 Access Point (US J9360A, WW J9364A). This Quickstart also applies to the MSM325
(US J9369A, WW J9373A) Access Point with integrated sensor.
After reading this Quickstart, you can visit www.procurve.com/manuals and download documents of particular interest such as the MSM3xx / MSM4xx Access
Points Management and Configuration Guide and the MSM7xx Controllers Management and Configuration Guide. For information on the Integrated Sensor,
see the RF Manager documentation.
Hardware overview
Package contents
MSM320, four 2.4-GHz (2-dBi) / 5-GHz (2-dBi) dual-mode omnidirectional antennas.
The MSM320 ships fully assembled and ready to operate.
Reset button
Press and quickly release the button to reset the MSM320. To reset to factory default
settings, press and hold the reset button until the status lights flash three times, then
release. For details, see Resetting to factory defaults in the MSM3xx / MSM4xx Access
Points Management and Configuration Guide.
Note: To reconnect to the management tool after a factory reset, your computer must be
connected to Ethernet Port 1.
Radios and antennas
The MSM320 has two radios, each with two antennas for diversity.
The antenna connectors are reverse-polarity SMA jacks. Antennas or cable connectors must
use RP-SMA plugs. Antennas can be mounted directly on the MSM320 or external antennas
can be connected to the Main antenna connectors.
Ethernet ports
The MSM320 has two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports with RJ-45 connectors. Port 1 supports
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af. In controlled mode, only Port 1 is supported. In
autonomous mode, Port 1 or Port 2 can be used.

HP MSM320 Specifications

General

Model	HP MSM320
Wireless Standards	802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate	300 Mbps
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	Yes
Mounting Options	Wall, Ceiling
Antennas	Internal
Security Features	WPA, WPA2, WEP, 802.1X
Management	Web-based GUI, SNMP
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Ethernet Ports	1 x 10/100/1000Base-T

Summary

Hardware Overview

Package Contents

Details the items included with the MSM320, including antennas. Shipped fully assembled.

Reset Button Functionality

Explains how to perform a quick reset or a factory default reset using the physical button.

Radios and Antennas

Describes the two radios and diversity antennas, noting RP-SMA connectors for external antennas.

Ethernet Ports

Details the two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports, including PoE support on Port 1.

Operating Modes and Status Lights

Controlled vs. Autonomous Mode

Explains the two operational modes: controlled by an MSM7xx Controller or autonomous stand-alone.

Status Light Behavior in Controlled Mode

Details the meaning of status light patterns during startup and tunnel establishment in controlled mode.

Status Light Behavior in Autonomous Mode

Describes status light indications for power, Ethernet activity, and radio transmission in autonomous mode.

Installation and Configuration

Important Installation Information

Covers warnings for professional installation, surge protection, grounding, and cable requirements.

Initial Configuration (Autonomous Mode)

Guides on switching to autonomous mode, configuring a computer, and accessing the management tool.

Reserve IP Address for MSM320

Instructions on assigning a static IP address or reserving one via DHCP for the MSM320.

Test Wireless Network Connection

Steps to connect to the default HP ProCurve wireless network and verify Internet access.

Performing Additional Configuration

Guidance on re-launching the management tool and enabling access to other network resources.