Dell Networking W-IAP277 Outdoor Instant Access Point
| Installation Guide
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Identifying Known RF Absorbers/Reflectors/Interference Sources
Identifying known RF absorbers, reflectors, and interference sources while in the field during the installation
phase is critical. Make sure that these sources are taken into consideration when you attach an AP to its fixed
location. Examples of sources that degrade RF performance include:
Cement and brick
Objects that contain water
Metal
Microwave ovens
Wireless phones and headsets
Installing the IAP
The W-IAP277 Instant access point can be installed on a wall or attached to a pole using the AP-270-MNT-H1 or
AP-270-MNT-H2 mounting kit.
Grounding the AP
After the W-IAP277 Instant access point is mounted, it must be grounded before powering up. The grounding
wire should be #8 AWG.
1. Peel the cover of one end of the grounding wire and place the bare grounding wire into the included copper
lug, and press firmly with the crimping pliers.
2. Fasten the copper lug to the grounding hole on the IAP with the included M4 x8 screw as shown in
NOTE: Service to all Dell Networking W-Series products should be performed by trained service personnel only.
NOTE: The W-IAP277 Instant access point does not ship with any mounting kit. The AP-270-MNT-H1 and AP-270-MNT-H2
mounting kit are available as accessories and must be ordered separately.
NOTE: For IAP installation instructions using the AP-270-MNT-H1 or AP-270-MNT-H2 mounting kit, refer to the
AP-270-MNT-H1
Installation Guide
or
AP-270-MNT-H2 Installation Guide
included with the mounting kit.
