Dell W-Series 228 W-AP228 Access Point Installation Guide

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Dell Networking W-AP228 Wireless Access Point
Installation Guide
0511757-02
| April 2015
1
The W-AP228 is a temperature-hardened, water-resistant, indoor-rated, dual-radio IEEE 802.11ac wireless access
point (AP). This access point use MIMO (Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) technology and other high-
throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality while
simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services. The W-AP228 access point works only in
conjunction with a Dell Networking W-Series controller.
W-AP228 Features
Wireless transceiver
Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Protocol-independent networking functionality
Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
Central management configuration and upgrades with a Dell controller.
Guide Overview
“W-AP228 Hardware Overview” on page
2
provides detailed hardware overview of the W-AP228 access point.
“Before You Begin” on page
4
provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying a wireless
network.
“Installing the AP” on page
6
describes the multi-step process for successful installation and deployment of
the W-AP228 access point.
“Safety and Regulatory Compliance” on page
11
provides safety and regulatory compliance information.
Package Contents
W-AP228 Access Point
Cable Glands x2
USB Console Cable
Copper Lug x1
M4 x 8 Screw x1
Installation Guide (this document)
NOTE:
The weatherproof caps for Ethernet and Console interfaces are connected to the AP in the package.
NOTE:
Mounting kits for use with the W-AP228 access point are sold separately. Contact your Dell sales representative for details.
NOTE:
Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the
original packing materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.