Rockwell Automation 1783-WAPxxx Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point User Manual - Manual (Page 31)

Rockwell Automation Publication 1783-UM006A-EN-P - May 2014 31
Chapter
2
Install the Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/
Workgroup Bridge
This chapter provides basic instructions on how to install and configure your
Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/Workgroup Bridge.
Topic Page
Stratix 5100 WAP Specifications 32
Ethernet Cable Recommendation 32
External Antennas 33
Preparing the Access Point 36
Prevent Damage to the WAP 36
Ports and Connections 36
Install the WAP 37
IDF Closets (telecommunications or other electrical equipment) 37
Very High Altitudes 38
Common or Distributed Antenna System (DAS) 38
Grounding the Access Point 39
Securing the Access Point 40
Mounting the Access Point 41
Access Point Spacing Recommendation 44
Mounting an Access Point on a Hard Ceiling or a Wall 44
Brackets and Clips 44
Mounting the Access Point to a Network or Electrical Box 46
Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network 47
Access Point Status Indicators 48
Checking Power 49
Configure the Access Point 50