HP MSM422

The MSM422 is a Wi-Fi Alliance authorized Wi-Fi
CERTIFIED 802.11a/b/g and 802.11n product. The
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
In
MSM422 Access Point Quickstart
This Quickstart shows you how to get started using the MSM422 Access Point (US J9358A/B, WW J9359A/B).
After reading this Quickstart, you can visit www.hp.com/go/procurve/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.
Hardware overview

HP MSM422 Specifications

General

Model	MSM422
Type	Wireless Access Point
Wireless Standards	802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate	300 Mbps
MIMO Technology	2x2 MIMO
Ethernet LAN data rates	10/100/1000 Mbps
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	802.3af
Power consumption (max)	12.95W
Antenna gain level (max)	5 dBi
Input voltage	48 V
Dimensions	200 x 200 x 45 mm
Security algorithms	WPA, WPA2
Management protocols	SNMP, HTTP
Mounting	Ceiling, Wall
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Antennas	Dual-band internal antennas

Summary

Hardware Overview

Package Contents and Components

Radios and Antennas Configuration

Access Point Ports

Reset Button Functionality

Operational Modes and Status Lights

Controlled vs. Autonomous Mode

Explains the two operational modes: controlled requiring a management tunnel and autonomous stand-alone operation.

Status Lights in Controlled Mode

Details status light indications during startup, discovery, and secure management tunnel establishment.

Status Lights in Autonomous Mode

Details status light indications for power, startup, and operational states in autonomous mode.

Status Light Indicators

Important Installation Information

Professional Installation and Safety

Emphasizes professional installation, RF knowledge, local regulations, and safety precautions.

Surge Protection and Grounding

Highlights the need for lightning surge protection and grounding for outdoor antenna connections.

Cabling Requirements

Specifies the use of appropriate cables, including shielded Ethernet cables and Cat 5e (or better).

Plenum Installation Guidelines

Provides guidance for installing the MSM422 in a plenum space according to electrical codes.

Mounting Instructions

Wall Mounting

Step-by-step guide for attaching the mounting bracket to a wall and securing the MSM422.

Suspended Ceiling Mounting

Instructions for mounting the MSM422 on a suspended ceiling using T-bar clips.

Antenna Position Adjustment

Powering the MSM422

Initial Configuration (Autonomous Mode)

Configure Your Computer

Steps to configure your computer's IP address and disable wireless connections for setup.

Connect Cables and Power On

Instructions for connecting Ethernet cables and powering on the MSM422.

Switching to Autonomous Mode

Logging In and Initial Setup

Assigning an IP Address

DHCP Client Behavior

Explains how the MSM422 obtains an IP address automatically via DHCP.

Assigning a Static IP Address

Details on configuring a static IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Testing the Wireless Network

Performing Additional Configuration

Enabling Access to Other Resources

Steps to clear wireless security filters to allow access to resources beyond the default gateway.

Regulatory Notices

USA Notice for Radio 1

Restrictions on US 5 GHz band channels (100-140) for indoor use only.

European Union and EFTA Compliance

Information on DFS requirements for EU countries and compliance notes for device revisions.