Extreme networks AP5050U Wireless Access Point User Guide

Extreme networks AP5050U Wireless Access Point

Product Information: ExtremeWireless 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Outdoor AP5050U

Access Point

The AP5050U access point is a cloud-ready, stadium-optimized Wi-Fi 6E outdoor access point. It is 802.11ax outdoor rated with internal antenna and supports high density of users and devices.  The AP5050U access point can be mounted under a seat or under a bench with the EIO04 mounting kit (sold separately). It can also be mounted on a wall or to a pole.

AP5050U Box Contents

Ensure that the following items came with the access point:

The access point ships with two black gaskets in the box for usewith Category 6 (CAT 6) Ethernet cables with a cable diameter from6.0mm to 9.2mm. This includes unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) Cat 6cables. The access point has light-gray gaskets pre-installed inthe access point glands, which handle all CAT 5 and CAT 5E cables,with a cable diameter range from 4.5mm to 6.0mm.

Features

The AP5050U access point has the following features:

• ETH1 (PSE) port
• ETH0 (PoE) port
• Console port
• Radios: 3 radios (2.4GHz, 5.0 GHz, and 6 GHz); 1 IoT Radio (BLE/802.15.4)
•  One micro USB console port

You can order a micro USB console adapter for the access point using the part

• Two Ethernet ports (ETH0 and ETH1):

ETH0 is 1 x 100/1000/2500/5000 Mpbs auto-negotiation Ethernet port, RJ45 (PoE)
ETH1 is 1 x 100/1000/2500 Mpbs auto-negotiation Ethernet port, RJ45 (PSE)

• Dimensions: 11.3 in. x 10.0 in. x 2.9 in. (288 mm x 254 mm x 75 mm)
• One dual LED
• For LED activity description
  • 3 mm diameter safety hanger provision
  • Power: PoE 802.3at with 4x4x4
• For complete power profile information, refer to the ExtremeWireless AP5050U Access Point Installation Guide at the Extreme Networks Documentation Site.
  • Antenna:
  • One omni-directional internal antenna
• Temperature:
  • -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F) operating temperature
  • -40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to +158 °F) storage temperature
• Enclosure: Plastic top enclosure and aluminum bottom

Figure 1 AP5050U access point

Mounting Options

The AP5050U access point is used with the EIO-04 under-seat mounting kit for the following installations:

• Wall install: No
• Pole install: No
• Underseat install: Yes
• Slope
• Flat surface such as stadium floor

Note : The best practice is to install the EIO-04 under-seat mounting kit horizontally. The EIO-04 under-seat mounting kit can also be installed vertically on a slope or on a flat surface vertically if it is being installed on a stadium riser.
Note: The AP5050U cannot be installed without the mounting brackets. The mounting brackets are purchased separately. For more information, see Extreme Wireless 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Outdoor AP5050U Access Point Installation Guide.https://www.extremenetworks.com/products/extremewireless..
Note: The best practice is to install the EIO-04 under-seat mounting kit horizontally. The EIO-04 under-seat mounting kit can also be installed vertically on a slope or on a flat surface vertically if it is being installed on a stadium riser.

The following table lists the mounting options available:

Mounting bracket and part number| Wall install| Pole install| Underseat install
---|---|---|---
EIO-04 under-seat housing KT-147407-02 bracket; comes with
three bracket parts| No| No| Yes
KT-150173-01 extension arm; used with KT147407-02 bracket
parts| Yes; place the KT-150173-01 extension arm on top of the 1-axis
KT147407-02 tilt part| Yes; attach the KT-147407-02 pole part to the extension
arm| No
MBO-ART02 bracket| Yes| Yes| No
30520(WSMBO-POLE01 No bracket)| No| Yes (must be used with the MBO-ART02 bracket)| No

Notes: The access point can be installed under a seat on a slopeor a flat surface such as a stadium floor. A Micro USB cable isused for troubleshooting issues.

The articulating mounting bracket is paired with the POLE01 bracket for pole installations. For wall installations, the wall must be strong enough to support the access point during inclement weather. If the pole diameter is

Available Accessories

The following accessories are available.

Install the EIO-04 Under-Seat Mounting Kit With the AP5050U Access Point on a Slope
Attach the conduit cable through the conduit holes on the metal sloping bracket, then attach the metal L bracket to the access point, and install the access point on a slope. Install the EIO-04 Under-Seat Mounting Kit With the AP5050U Access Point on a Slope
Attach the conduit cable through the conduit holes on the metal sloping bracket, then attach the metal L bracket to the access point, and install the access point on a slope.

Install the metal sloping bracket on a slope:

1. Using the metal sloping bracket as a template, mark and drill two holes on the concrete.
2. Insert the anchors without the nuts and washers.
3. Place the metal sloping bracket, attach the nuts and washers to the exposed threads, and torque them to 60 in-lbs.

Install the AP5050U access point on the slope:

1. Attach the conduit couplers to the conduit.

2. Remove the locking nut.
   For the conduit hole that is not used, insert a blank conduit cover over the conduit hole in the slope.

3. If you are using the left side conduit hole on the metal sloping bracket, attach the correct size conduit cover to the conduit hole.
   You can use an 1 in. NPT or a ¾ in. NPT conduit on the EIO-04 conduit holes.
   Note: If you are using a ¾ in. NPT, use the conduit cover that comes with the unit to cover the conduit hole.

4. Tighten the locking nut.

5. If you are using the conduit hole in the slope, attach the conduit coupler and the locking nut directly to the slope conduit hole.
   Note: The conduit must be 1 in. in diameter to attach the conduit coupler and the nut directly in the slope.

6. If you are using the right side conduit hole in the slope, repeat step 3.

7. Run the cable through the conduit and add the RJ45 connectors to the wires.
   Note: The cable must have 1 in. bend radius and be accessible to the glands on AP5050U access point.

Attach the metal “L” bracket to the AP5050U access point:

1. Attach the metal “L” bracket to the gland side of the AP5050U access point using two M6 screws.
2. Torque the screws to 35 in-lbs.

Install the access point on the slope:

1. Align and center the alignment holes of the access point and the side tab extension holes, and attach the access point to the tabs using two M6 screws.
2. Attach the gland side of the access point, that has the “L” bracket to the metal sloping bracket using two M6 screws.
3. Push the access point to the rear as far as it would go.
4. Torque the screws to 35 in-lbs.

Install the EIO-04 Under-Seat Mounting Kit with the AP5050U Access Point on a Flat Surface

1. Attach a metal “L” bracket on each side of the AP5050U access point using two M6 screws for each bracket. Torque the M6 screws to 35 in-lbs.
2. Using the metal “L” brackets as a template, mark four hole centers, and drill in the concrete.
3. Insert four concrete anchors into the holes without the washers and nuts.
4. Place the metal “L” bracket over the threaded anchor posts and put on the flat- washer, the spring washer, and the nut on each side.
5. Torque the nuts to 60 in-lbs.

Figure 2 AP5050U flat surface installation with metal “L” brackets

Install the Plastic Service Panels on the AP5050U

Access Point
A service panel must be installed when the access point is installed with an under-seat enclosure.
The service panel is uses in the following ways:

• It is part of EIO-04 for under seat installation. Order EIO-04 separately. EIO-03-SP is included in the box.
  • Option 1. For mounting on slope using 1 angle bracket.
  • Option 2: Throw out the Slope (Casting) and you would use the 2 Angle Bracket as well as the EIO-03-SP to mount to floor). All included with EIO-04
• It can be used on wall or pole mount using EIO-03-SP to protect the glands or hide them for aesthetics. You need to order EIO-03-SP.

1. Attach the plastic service panel base to the AP5050U access point using four, 75 mm service panel shoulder screws.

Figure 3 Plastic service panel base

2. Torque the screws to 13 in-lbs.
3. Place the service panel top over the service panel base and lock it into place using the captive screw on the service panel top.

Secure the Access Point after Installation
You can secure the access point to the mounting environment using a 3 mm diameter safety cable. The safety cable is used to enhance the physical security of the access point after installation.
You must supply the following hardware must for safety cable installation:

• A 3 mm diameter security cable
• Lock to secure the ends of the security cable
  1. Insert the safety cable through the security cable hole on the metal base of the access point.
  2. Push the cable through the security hole until you see it come out on the other side of the metal base.
  3. Insert a lock through the looped ends of the cable and lock it in place.

Power or Pressure Washing Guidelines
Ensure that your pressure washing equipment fulfills the following specifications:

• Pressure washer Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) must be less than 4000psi.
• Do not use a nozzle with less than 15-degree washer tip.

The pressure washing nozzle must be at least 24 in. away from the access point.

Note: The best practice is to follow the pressure washing guidelines for longevity of the access point parts.

Cleaning solution specifications:

• Use only commercially available cleaning agents and solvents to clean the access point.
• Use only commercially available ice-melt products.
• Warning: Do not use cleaning agents, solvents, and ice-melt products that are flammable, contain polycarbonate or rubber dissolving ingredients, uses refined petrochemical materials, and any other materials that can damage a concrete surface.
• Note: Do not use the power washing equipment near power lines.
• Note: Wear safety goggles with complete eye protection when using the power washing equipment.

You can pressure wash the access point and the surface around the access point to remove dirt and debris.

Connect the ETH1 or ETH0 cable
The ETH1 or ETH0 cable can be connected through the front or the rear hole on the side of the service panel base or the metal sloping bracket.
The following hardware is required to attach the ETH1 or ETH0 cable through the rear hole of the service panel base:

• ETH1 or ETH0 cable
• One blank conduit cover to cover the front hole on the side of the service panel base
• One 3/4 in. or 1/2 in. conduit cover, depending on the circumference of the ETH1 or ETH0 cable
• Service panel base
• Service panel top

Note: Make sure that you use the correct gasket for your LAN cable.

1. Option 1: Pre-installed on the access point gland. The grey gasket is for CAT5 and CAT5E cables. It has a cable diameter range of 4.5-6.0mm.
2. Option 2: Included in the box in a plastic bag. The black gasket is for all CAT6, including /UTP cables, and CAT6A cables. It has a cable diameter range of 6.0-9.2mm.

Figure 4 AP5050U Glands

1. Using the blank conduit cover, cover the front hole of the service panel base.

2. Attach either the 1/2 in. conduit cover or the 3/4 in. conduit cover to the rear hole of the service panel base.

3. Bring in the ETH1 or ETH0 cable, and the ground wire through the rear side hole of the service panel base.

4. Loosely align the service panel base next to the metal sloping bracket, thereby leaving enough space to attach the ETH1 or ETH0 cable to the access point.

5. Attach the ground wire to the AP5050U access point.

6. Remove the gland cap, plastic cage, and the gasket from the ETH0 port.
   Note: Put the removed parts onto the LAN cable to be attached to the access point later.

7. Connect the ETH0 LAN cable through the ETH0 gland port until it clicks into place in to the ETH0 port. If there is a ETH1 connection, insert the cable through the ETH1 gland until it locks into place in to the ETH1 port.

8. Torque the gland cap to 13-in lbs.

9. Fold and arrange the ETH0 cable into the gap of the metal sloping bracket and the service panel base. The ETH0 cable must not be bent sharply and must have 1 in. bend radius.

Attach the ETH1 or ETH0 cable using the large conduit hole on the metal sloping bracket
The following hardware is required to attach the ETH1 or ETH0 cable through the large
conduit hole on the metal sloping bracket:

• ETH1 or ETH0 cable
• Two blank conduit covers to cover the front and the rear holes on the side of the service panel base
• One metal sloping bracket

The conduit cover used on the metal sloping bracket can extend above
the concrete floor but, cannot extend above the slope.

1. Attach the metal sloping bracket to the concrete floor using two anchors, nuts, and washers.

2. Attach the conduit to the metal sloping bracket.

3. Bring in the ETH1 or ETH0 cable through the conduit hole.

4. Remove the gland cap, plastic cage, and the gasket from the ETH1 port.

5. Connect the ETH0 LAN cable through the ETH0 gland port until it clicks into place in to the ETH0 port.
   If there is a ETH1 connection, insert the cable through the ETH1 gland until it locks into place in to the ETH1 port.

6. Torque the gland cap to 12-in lbs.

7. Fold and arrange the ETH0 cable into the gap of the metal sloping bracket and the service panel base.

Professional Installation Instruction

Installation personnel
This product is designed for specific application and needs to be installed by a qualified personnel who has RF and related rule knowledge. The general user shall not attempt to install or change the setting.

Installation procedure

Refer to the installation guide for more details.

Warning: Carefully select the installation position and ensure that the final output power does not exceed the limit set forth in relevant rules. Violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty.

Regulatory and Compliance Information Safety Guidelines

This section contains notices that are intended to protect your personal safety and prevent damage to the equipment.

Qualified Personnel:

Electrical Hazard : Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. Within the context of the safety notes in this documentation, qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and label devices, systems, and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards. A qualified person understands the requirements and risks involved with installing electrical equipment in accordance with national codes.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules.

Warning: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This device has been tested and meets applicable limits for Radio Frequency (RF) exposure.
This device was tested with a separation distance of 25 mm. Always keep the device away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the tested levels.

Industry Canada Notice
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device is for indoor use only in the 5150 MHz – 5250 MHz band to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

Warning: IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This device has been tested and meets applicable limits for Radio Frequency (RF) exposure. This device was tested with a separation distance of 25 mm. Always keep the device away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the tested levels

United Kingdom (UK) and European Union (EU) Radiation Warning Statement
The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz, frequency range.

Selling Countries:

The frequency and the maximum transmitted power in EU and UK are listed below:

Warning: This device has been tested and meets applicable limits for Radio Frequency (RF) exposure.
EU :The highest SAR value: 2.761 W/kg.
UK The highest SAR value: 0.348 W/kg.This device was tested with a separation distance of 0 mm.
Always keep the device away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the as-tested levels.

For information about the available collection system, please contact Extreme Environmental Compliance at Green@extremenetworks.com.

Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Extreme Networks declares that the radio equipment type (AP5050U) is in compliance with Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and Directive 2014/53/EU. For more details, contact Extreme Regulatory Compliance at compliancerequest@extremenetworks.com

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