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Meru Access Point
Installation Guide
Copyright © Meru Networks, Inc., 2003–2010. All rights reserved.
Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
June 2010
Document Number: 882-70037 Rev A Rel 4.0 Ver 20 Access Point Installation Guide

Table of Contents

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Meru Networks AP200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelAP200
Device TypeWireless Access Point
Wireless Standards802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate300 Mbps
MIMO Technology2x2 MIMO
Power over EthernetYes
Encryption AlgorithmWPA, WPA2, AES, TKIP
Power over Ethernet Standard802.3af
MountingCeiling, Wall
Dimensions160 x 160 x 41 mm
Weight0.45 kg
Form FactorCeiling/Wall Mountable
FeaturesVLAN Support
Compliant StandardsIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
AntennasInternal
Operating Temperature0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Dimensions (mm)160 x 160 x 41

Summary

About This Guide

Audience

Identifies the intended audience for this installation guide.

Other Sources of Information

Lists additional resources forMeru Access Point information.

Typographic Conventions

Explains the formatting conventions used in the document.

Contacting Meru

Provides contact information for Meru Networks support.

How to Get Help

Details methods for obtaining technical assistance.

Warranty Coverage

Information regarding the product's warranty.

Chapter 1 Access Points

AP300 Overview

Details the features and configurations of the AP300 series.

AP320 i Overview

Details the features of the AP320i internal-antenna access point.

AP200 Overview

Describes the specifications and models of the AP200 series.

AP150 Overview

Highlights the features of the AP150 access point for WLAN.

OAP180 Overview

Details the features of the OAP180 Rugged Access Point.

Chapter 2 Installing AP300

Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions before installing the AP300.

Best Practices for AP300;AP200 Network

Recommendations for optimal performance in mixed AP networks.

Unpack the AP300

Instructions for unpacking the AP300 and verifying contents.

Determine Power Requirements

Guidance on power sources and requirements for AP300.

Installation Requirements

Lists items needed to complete AP300 installation.

Install the AP300

Step-by-step instructions for installing the AP300.

Attach the Provided Antennas

Procedure for attaching antennas to the AP300.

Install the Remote Antenna Mount (optional)

Instructions for installing the optional remote antenna mount.

Install External ACC-ANT-MIMO-MNT Antenna

Procedure for installing an optional external antenna.

Install Remote ACC-ANT-6 ABGN-24 Antenna

Procedure for installing an optional external six-connector antenna.

Install Antennas With One Connector (optional)

Instructions for installing single antennas per radio.

Install the Access Point

Instructions on physically mounting the AP300.

Mount AP300 Below a Suspended Ceiling

Detailed steps for mounting the AP300 below a suspended ceiling.

Mount AP300 Above a Suspended Ceiling (Plenum)

Instructions for mounting the AP300 above a suspended ceiling.

Mount AP300 in a Hoffman Enclosure

Procedure for mounting the AP300 in a Hoffman enclosure.

Check AP300 LED Activity

Guide to interpreting AP300 status LEDs.

Where to Go From Here

Next steps after installing the AP300.

Chapter 3 Installing AP320 i

Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions before installing the AP320i.

Best Practices for AP320 i;AP200 Network

Recommendations for optimal performance in mixed AP networks.

Unpack the AP320 i

Instructions for unpacking the AP320i.

Determine Power Requirements

Guidance on power sources and requirements for AP320i.

Installation Requirements

Lists items needed to complete AP320i installation.

Install the AP320 i

Step-by-step instructions for installing the AP320i.

Mount AP320 i On a Suspended Ceiling

Procedure for mounting the AP320i on a suspended ceiling.

Mount AP320 i Above a Suspended Ceiling (Plenum)

Instructions for mounting the AP320i above a suspended ceiling.

Mount AP320 i Vertically on a Wall

Procedure for mounting the AP320i vertically on a wall.

Set AP320 i on a Shelf

Instructions for placing the AP320i on a shelf.

Mount AP320 i Below a Recessed Ceiling

Instructions for mounting the AP320i below a recessed ceiling.

Check AP320 i LED Activity

Guide to interpreting AP320i status LEDs.

Where to Go From Here

Next steps after installing the AP320i.

Chapter 4 Installing AP200

Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions before installing the AP200.

Unpacking the AP200

Instructions for unpacking the AP200 and verifying contents.

Installation Requirements

Lists items needed to complete AP200 installation.

Install the AP200

Step-by-step instructions for installing the AP200.

Attaching the AP200 Antennas

Procedure for attaching antennas to the AP200.

Mounting the Access Point

Instructions on physically mounting the AP200.

Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling

Detailed steps for mounting the AP200 below a suspended ceiling.

Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling

Instructions for mounting the AP200 above a suspended ceiling.

Where to Go From Here

Next steps after installing the AP200.

Checking LED Activity

Guide to interpreting AP200 status LEDs.

Chapter 5 Installing AP150

Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions before installing the AP150.

Unpacking the AP150

Instructions for unpacking the AP150.

Installation Requirements

Lists items needed to complete AP150 installation.

Install the AP150

Step-by-step instructions for installing the AP150.

Attaching the AP150 Antennas

Procedure for attaching antennas to the AP150.

Mounting the Access Point

Instructions on physically mounting the AP150.

Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling

Detailed steps for mounting the AP150 below a suspended ceiling.

Checking LED Activity

Guide to interpreting AP150 status LEDs.

Where to Go From Here

Next steps after installing the AP150.

Chapter 6 Installing OAP180

Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions before installing the OAP180.

Unpack the OAP180

Instructions for unpacking the OAP180 and verifying contents.

Installation Requirements

Lists items needed to complete OAP180 installation.

Install the OAP180

Step-by-step instructions for installing the OAP180.

Weather Conditions

Factors to consider regarding weather for OAP180 operation.

Ethernet Cabling

Guidelines for routing Ethernet cable for the OAP180.

Grounding

Instructions for properly grounding the OAP180 unit.

Mounting the Access Point

Methods for mounting the OAP180.

Mounting OAP180 with the Pole-Mounting Bracket

Procedure for mounting OAP180 using a pole-mount bracket.

Mounting OAP180 with the Wall-Mounting Bracket

Procedure for mounting OAP180 using a wall-mount bracket.

Connect Antennas and Ground Wire to OAP180

Steps for connecting antennas and ground wire to OAP180.

Align Antenna

Procedure for accurately aligning OAP180 antennas.

Checking LED Activity

Guide to interpreting OAP180 status LEDs.

Antenna Gain Recommendations

Recommendations for antenna gain settings for OAP180.

Where to Go From Here

Next steps after installing the OAP180.

Appendix A Cautions and Warnings

Cautions

Highlights potential hazards that can damage equipment.

Warnings

Alerts to potential hazards causing injury or death.

Appendix B Regulatory Information

For OAP180 Regulatory Details

Radio, EMC, and Safety compliance for OAP180.

Limits for Occupational;Controlled Exposure

Exposure limits for occupational/controlled situations.

USA Regulatory Information

Compliance information for the United States.

Canada Industry Canada (IC) Information

Compliance information for Canada.

Japan Regulatory Information

Compliance information for Japan.

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