Aruba Networks AP175SDR Outdoor Wireless LAN Access Point User Manual AP 175 IG Rev05

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Aruba AP-175 Outdoor Access Point
Installation Guide
The Aruba AP-175 is a resilient, environmentally hardened, outdoor rated, dual-radio, dual-band IEEE
802.11 a/b/g/n wireless access point. This outdoor access point is part of Aruba’s comprehensive wireless
network solution. The AP-175 works only in conjunction with an Aruba controller and each AP can be
centrally managed, configured, and upgraded through the controller.
The AP-175 requires ArubaOS 5.0.2.1 or later.
There are three versions of the AP-175, which mainly differ in the way they receive power.

AP-175P: PoE+ powered (802.3at)

AP-175AC: AC powered (100 - 240 VAC)

AP-175DC: DC powered (12 - 48 VDC)
The AP-175AC/DC can function as a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) device by providing power through its
Ethernet port in compliance with the IEEE 802.3af standard.
Guide Overview

"AP-175 Hardware Overview" on page 3 provides a detailed hardware overview of the three AP-175
models.

"Outdoor Planning and Deployment Considerations" on page 7 provides key questions to ask and items
to consider when deploying an outdoor wireless network.

"Installing Antennas" on page 12 describes how to installing antennas.

"Weatherproofing Connections" on page 12 provides instructions on weatherproofing the AP’s
connectors.

"Installing the AP-175" on page 19 describes the multi-step process for a successful installation and
deployment of an AP-175.

"Safety and Regulatory Compliance" on page 30 provides an overview of safety and regulatory
compliance information.
AP-175 Operations

Wireless access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n)

Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n)

Enterprise mesh point

Enterprise mesh portal

Protocol-independent networking functionality

AP-175P: IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet+ (PoE+) compatible

AP-175AC and AP-175DC: IEEE 802.3af Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) device
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Package Contents

AP-175 Access Point

AP-175 Mounting Bracket

Solar Shield

Pole Anchors x 2
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M4 x 16 bolts, flat washers, and spring washers x4 (These bolts are attached to the solar shield)

M6 x 30 bolts, flat washers, and spring washers x2

M4 x 12 bolt, external-tooth washer, and OT copper lug x1

M8 x 110 bolt, flat washers, spring washers, and nuts x4

Metal Weatherproof Caps x2 for use on unused antenna interfaces

RJ-45 Connector Kit with plastic RJ-45 connector (AP-175P only)

RJ-45 Connector Kit with metal RJ-45 connector (AP-175AC/DC only)

USB Console Cable

Installation Guide
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.
Aruba AP-175 Outdoor Access Point | Installation Guide
AP-175 Hardware Overview
The following section describes the hardware features of the AP-175.
Figure 1 AP-175 Overview (AP-175P shown)
Antenna Interface (Radio 1)
Antenna Interface (Radio 0)
USB Console Interface
Antenna Interface (Radio 1)
Reserved (AP-175P) or
Power Interface (AP-175AC and AP-175DC)
Ethernet Interface (PoE)
Antenna Interface (Radio 0)
Grounding Point
Antenna Interface
The AP-175 requires the use of detachable outdoor-rated antennas. Select the correct antenna type to
support the required frequency band (2.4 or 5 GHz) and the desired coverage pattern.
The AP-175 is equipped with four, female N-type antenna interfaces; two on the top of the AP and two on
the bottom. The interfaces are grouped into diversity pairs, one pair is marked R0 (Radio 0) and the other
pair marked as R1 (Radio 1). R0 supports the 5 GHz frequency band and R1 supports the 2.4 GHz radio
band.
Aruba AP-175 Outdoor Access Point | Installation Guide
USB Console Interface
A USB serial console port is provided for connection to a terminal, allowing direct local management. Use
the included USB console cable to connect to the AP. You can download the necessary driver for USBUART adapter from support.arubanetworks.com under the Tools & Resources tab.
Use the following setting to access the terminal:
Table 1 Console Settings
Baud Rate
Data Bits
Parity
Stop Bits
Flow Control
9600
None
None
Power Interface
The type of power interface on your AP-175 depends on which model you have purchased.

AP-175P: This version does not include a power interface since it is only powered by PoE+ (802.3at).

AP-175AC: 1x AC power connector

AP-175DC: 1x DC power connector
Do not connect a DC power cable to an AP-175AC or an AC power cable to a AP-175DC.
For the AP-175AC, only use the AC power cord with model number CBL-AC-INTL.
For the AP-175DC, only use DC power cord with model number CBL-DC-WW.
Ethernet Interface
The AP-175 is equipped with a 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet port for wired network connectivity. On
the AP-175P, this port also supports IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE), accepting 48 VDC as a
standards-defined powered device (PD) from a power sourcing equipment (PSE) device, such as a PoE
midspan injector. Inversely, the AP-175AC and AP-175DC can act as a PSE device to provide IEEE802.3af
PoE power to devices connected to the Ethernet port.
Grounding Point
Always remember to protect your AP-175 by installing grounding lines. The ground connection must be
complete before connecting power to the AP-175 enclosure. Ensure that the resistance is less than 5 ohm
between the ground termination point and the grounding tier.
AP-175P LED Status Indicators
The AP-175 include visual indicators for power, link, and radio status. Additionally, each radio has a fourLED array that indicates received signal strength (RSSI).
The RSSI LED indicators represent varying degrees in the RSSI level. The absence of a signal is indicated by no
LED response, and full signal strength is indicated when all four LEDs are active and lit.
Aruba AP-175 Outdoor Access Point | Installation Guide
Figure 2 LED Layout
RSSI for Radio 0
RSSI for Radio 1
P/S POE
ETH
Table 2 lists the meanings of the LEDs on the AP-175P outdoor access point.
Table 2 AP-175P LED Status Indicators
LED
Function
Indicator
Status
P/S
AP Power/Ready
Status
Off
No power to AP
Blinking
Device booting, not ready
On
Device ready
POE
N/A
N/A
Not currently used
ENT
LAN/Network Link
Status
Off
Ethernet link unavailable
On (Amber)
10/100 Mbs Ethernet link
negotiated
On (Green)
1000 Mbs Ethernet link negotiated
Blinking
Traffic on Ethernet link
Off
Radio 0 disabled
On (Amber)
Radio 0 enabled in WLAN mode
Blinking
Air Monitor (AM) mode
Off
Radio 1disabled
On (Blue)
Radio 1 enabled in WLAN mode
Blinking
Air Monitor (AM) mode
Off
RSSI disabled/no signal
4 Step Progressive
Bars (Red)
Each bar represents a progressive
increase in signal strength, with 4
bars representing maximum signal
strength (100%).
Minimum data rate: One lit LEDs
Maximum data rate: Four lit LEDs
R0
R1
RSSI (Radio 0)
Radio 0 Status
Radio 1 Status
RSSI Level for
Radio 0
25/50/75/100%
RSSI (Radio 1)
RSSI Level for
Radio 1
Off
RSSI disabled/no signal
4 Step Progressive
Bars (Blue)
Each bar represents a progressive
increase in signal strength, with 4
bars representing maximum signal
strength (100%).
Minimum data rate: One lit LEDs
Maximum data rate: Four lit LEDs
25/50/75/100%
Aruba AP-175 Outdoor Access Point | Installation Guide
AP-175AC/DC LED Status Indicators
The AP-175 include visual indicators for power, link, heat and radio status. Additionally, each radio has a
four-LED array that indicates received signal strength (RSSI).
The RSSI LED indicators represent varying degrees in the RSSI level. The absence of a signal is indicated by no
LED response, and full signal strength is indicated when all four LEDs are active and lit.
Figure 3 LED Layout
RSSI for Radio 0
RSSI for Radio 1
P/S
POE HEAT ETH
Table 3 lists the meanings of the LEDs on the AP-175AC/DC outdoor access points.
Table 3 AP-175AC/DC LED Status Indicators
LED
Function
Indicator
Status
P/S
AP Power/Ready
Status
Off
No power to AP
Blinking
Device booting, not ready
On
Device ready
Off
Non-powered device
(0Ω1MΩ)
POE
Displays PSE
power output
status
Green
Port on (25kΩ)
1 Flash: Low signature
resistance (300Ω
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