aruba APIN0503 503 Series Campus Access Points Installation Guide

: June 14, 2024
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APIN0503 503 Series Campus Access Points
Product Information:
Hardware Overview:
LED:
System Status LED:

APIN0503 503 Series Campus Access Points

Product Information:

The Aruba 503 Series Campus Access Points are high-performance,
dual-radio wireless devices that can be deployed in either
controller-based (AOS) or controller-less (Instant) modes. They
support the full 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) feature set with dual 2×2 MIMO
radios and provide a wired network interface.

Hardware Overview:

Figure 1: AP-503 Access Point Front View

Figure 2: AP-503 Access Point Side View

Figure 3: AP-503 Access Point Rear View

LED:

The LED displays located on the front panel of the access point
indicate the system status of the device.

System Status LED:

Color/State	Meaning
Off	Device Powered off
Green – solid	Device ready, fully functional, no network restrictions
Green – blinking	Device booting, not ready
Green – flashing off	Device ready, fully functional, either uplink negotiated

in
sub-optimal speed

Product Usage Instructions:

Choose the desired deployment mode: controller-based (AOS) or
controller-less (Instant).
Ensure proper placement of the access point for optimal
wireless coverage.
Connect the access point to the power source.
Configure the access point by following the instructions
provided in the respective deployment mode guide.
Monitor the LED displays on the front panel to determine the
system status of the access point.

503 Series Campus Access Points
Installation Guide
The Aruba 503 Series Campus Access Points are high-performance, dual-radio wireless devices that can be deployed in either controllerbased (AOS) or controller-less (Instant) modes. Aruba 503 Series Campus Access Points support the full 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6 featureset with dual 2×2 MIMO radios and provide a wired network interface.
Hardware Overview
Figure 1 AP-503 Access Point Front View
Figure 2 AP-503 Access Point Side View

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Figure 3 AP-503 Access Point Rear View

LED
The LED displays located on the front panel of the access point indicate the system status of the access point.

System Status LED

Table 1: System Status LED Color/State

Meaning

Off Green- solid 1 Green- blinking 2 Green- flashing off 3

Device Powered off
Device ready, fully functional, no network restrictions
Device booting, not ready
Device ready, fully functional, either uplink negotiated in sub-optimal speed (<1Gbps)

Green- flashing on

Device in deep-sleep mode

Amber- solid

Device ready, restricted power mode (limited PoE power available, or IPM restrictions applied), no network restrictions

Amber- flashing off

Device ready, restricted power mode (limited PoE power available, or IPM restrictions applied), uplink negotiated in sub-optimal speed (<1Gbps)

Red

System error condition – Immediate attention required

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1. Blinking: one second on, one second off, 2 seconds cycle. 2. Flashing off: mostly on, fraction of a second off, 2 seconds cycle. 3. Flashing on: mostly off, fraction of a second on, 2 seconds cycle.

Radio Status LED
The Radio Status LED table below is applicable to 2G and 5G labels.

Table 2: Radio Status LED Color/State

Meaning

Off

Device powered off, or radio disabled

Green- solid

Radio enabled in access (AP) mode

Green- flashing off

Radio enabled in uplink or mesh mode

Amber- solid

Radio enabled in monitor or spectrum analysis mode

LED Display Settings
The LEDs have three operating modes that can be selected in the system management software: n Default mode: refer to Table 1 and Table 2. n Off mode: all LEDs are off n Blink mode: all LEDs blink green (synchronized) To force the LEDs into off mode or back to software defined mode, press the reset button for a short duration (less than 10 seconds).
Bluetooth Low Energy Radios
The AP-503 is equipped with an integrated BLE and 802.15.4 radio that provide the following capabilities: n location and asset-tracking applications n wireless console access n IoT gateway applications
Console Port
The console port is a Micro-B connector is located on the back of this device. Use the proprietary AP-CBL-SERU cable or AP-MOD-SERU module (sold separately) for direct management of this device when connected to a serial terminal or laptop. For pin-out details, refer to Figure 4. Figure 4 Micro-B Port Pin-out
1: NC 2: RXD 3: TXD 4: GND 5: GND

Ethernet Ports
The AP-503 access points are equipped with one active Ethernet port (E0). This port 100/1000 Base-T, autosensing MDI/MDX, which supports uplink connectivity when linked by an Ethernet cable. Refer to Figure 5 for a detailed port pin- out.

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Figure 5 Ethernet Port Pin-Out

1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Port

RJ-45 Female

Pin-Out

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2

3

4

5

6

7

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ETH Rx+ ETH RxETH Tx+ Spare Pair Spare Pair ETH TxSpare Pair Spare Pair

(POE negative) (POE negative) (POE positive) (POE positive) (POE positive) (POE positive) (POE negative) (POE negative)

Kensington Lock Slot
The AP-503 is equipped with a Kensington lock slot for additional physical security.
USB Interface
The USB 2.0 interface located on the top of the is 610 Series compatible with selected cellular modems and other peripherals. When active, this port can supply up to 5W/1A to a connected device. Figure 6 AP-503 USB

Reset Button
The reset button located on the bottom of the device can be used to reset the access point to factory default settings or turn off/on the LED display. Use one of the following methods to reset the access point to factory default settings: n To reset during normal operation:
l Hold the reset button for more than 10 seconds while the access point is running. l Release the reset button. n To reset during power up, hold the reset button while the access point is powering up. The system status LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is completed. The access point will now continue to boot with the factory default settings. To toggle the LED display between Off and Blinking, during the normal operation of the access point, shortly press and release the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a paperclip.
Power
Ethernet port, E0, supports PoE-in, allowing the AP to draw power from an 802.3af PoE power source. When the AP is powered by the E0 port, the AP can be configured by management software to source PoE power.

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The PoE input rating is 57V max | 0.2A. The Ethernet cable has a total of 4 pairs of wires, with a value of 0.2A per pair.
Before You Begin
Refer to the sections below before beginning the installation process FCC Statement: Improper termination of access points installed in the United States configured to non-US model controllers will be in violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate termination of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your AP-503 access points, ensure that you have the following: n A mount kit compatible with the AP and mount surface n Cat5E or better UTP cable with network access Optional items n A compatible power adapter with cord n A compatible PoE midspan injector with power cord n An AP- CBL-SERU console cable n An AP-MOD-SERU console module Also, make sure at least one of the following network services is supported: n Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP) n DNS server with an “A” record n DHCP Server with vendor specific options
Aruba, in compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the AP-503 access points so that only authorized network administrators can change configuration settings. For more information about AP configuration, refer to theAP Software Quick Start Guide. If a power adapter other than the Aruba- approved adapter is used in the US or Canada, it should be NRTL listed, with an output rated 12V DC, minimum 4A, marked “LPS” and “Class 2,” and suitable for plugging into a standard power receptacle in the US and Canada.
Identifying Specific Installation Locations
Use the access point placement map generated by Aruba 503 Series RF Plan software application to determine the proper installation location(s). Each location should be as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area and should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of interference. These RF absorbers/reflectors/interference sources will impact RF propagation and should be accounted for during the planning phase and adjusted for in RF plan.
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 access point to its fixed location. RF absorbers include:

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n Cement/concrete–Old concrete has high levels of water dissipation, which dries out the concrete, allowing for potential RF propagation. New concrete has high levels of water concentration in the concrete, blocking RF signals.
n Natural Items–Fish tanks, water fountains, ponds, and trees n Brick RF reflectors include: n Metal Objects–Metal pans between floors, rebar, fire doors, air conditioning/heating ducts, mesh windows,
blinds, chain link fences (depending on aperture size), refrigerators, racks, shelves, and filing cabinets. n Do not place an access point between two air conditioning/heating ducts. Make sure that access points are
placed below ducts to avoid RF disturbances. RF interference sources include: n Microwave ovens and other 2.4 or 5 GHz objects (such as cordless phones) n Cordless headset such as those used in call centers or lunch rooms
Portable RF communications equipment should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the access point. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
Access Point Installation
All Aruba access points should be professionally installed by an Aruba- Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP). The installer is responsible for ensuring that grounding is available and meets applicable national and electrical codes. Failure to properly install this product may result in physical injury and/or damage to property. Tous les points d’accès Aruba doivent impérativement être installés par un professionnel agréé. Ce dernier doit s’assurer que l’appareil est mis à la terre et que le circuit de mise à la terre est conforme aux codes électriques nationaux en vigueur. Le fait de ne pas installer correctement ce produit peut entraîner des blessures corporelles et / ou des dommages matériels. For indoor use only. The access point, AC adapter, and all connected cables are not to be installed outdoors. This stationary device is intended for stationary use in partly temperature controlled weather-protected environments (class 3.2 per ETSI 300 019).
Software
Aruba AP-503 requires ArubaOS or Aruba Instant8.12.0.0 or later. For instructions on choosing operating modes and initial software configuration, refer to theAP Software Quick Start Guide.
Aruba access points are classified as radio transmission devices, and are subject to government regulations of the host country. The network administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that configuration and operation of this equipment is in compliance with their country’s regulations. For a complete list of approved channels in your country, refer to the Aruba Downloadable Regulatory Table at https://www.arubanetworks.com/techdocs/DRT/Default.htm.
Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity
The integrated LEDs on the access point can be used to verify that the access point is receiving power and initializing successfully (see Table 1 and Table 2). Refer to the AP Software Quick Start Guide for further details on verifying post-installation network connectivity. Ethernet
l E0: 100/1000 Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 Interfaces

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Power
l Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3at compliant)
Environmental
n Operating l Temperature: 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F) l Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
n Storage l Temperature: -40ºC to 70ºC (-40ºF to 158ºF) l Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Regulatory Information
For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, this product has been assigned a unique regulatory model number (RMN). The regulatory model number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to this regulatory model number. The regulatory model number RMN is not the marketing name or model number of the product.
The following regulatory model numbers apply to the AP-503
n AP-503 RMN: APIN0503
ArubaNetworks provides a multi-language document that contains country- specific restrictions and additional safety and regulatory information for all Aruba access points. This document can be viewed or downloaded at www.arubanetworks.com.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Toute modification effectuée sur cet équipement sans l’autorisation expresse de la partie responsable de la conformité est susceptible d’annuler son droit d’utilisation.
Brazil
Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with RF radiation exposure limits. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 7.87 inches (20cm) between the radiator and your body for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operations. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Déclaration e la concernant l’exposition aux rayonnements à fréquence radioélectrique (FR): Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements FR établies par la FCC. Il doit être installé et utilisé à une distance minimale de 20 cm (7,87 pouces) entre le radiateur et votre corps, qu’il opère sur la bande 2,4 GHz and 5 GHz. Cet émetteur ne doit pas être installé ou utilisé à proximité immédiate d’une autre antenne ni d’un autre transmetteur. The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit, or operational failure. Note that this is not intended to prohibit transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology.

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Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all of the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
When operated in 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range, this device is restricted to indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference with co-channel Mobile Satellite Systems.
a). Operation shall be limited to indoor use only;
(b). Operation on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats and aircraft shall be prohibited except for on large aircraft flying above 10,000 ft.
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada
Cet appareil numérique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Cet appareil contient des émetteurs / récepteurs exemptés de licence qui sont conformes aux RSS exempts de licence d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce périphérique ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences, et (2) ce périphérique doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences susceptibles de provoquer un dysfonctionnement.
En cas d’utilisation dans la plage de fréquences de 5,15 à 5,25 GHz, cet appareil doit uniquement être utilisé à intérieur afin de réduire les risques d’interférence avec les systèmes satellites mobiles partageant le même canal.
(1) Le fonctionnement doit être limité à une utilisation en intérieur uniquement ;
(2) L’exploitation sur les plates-formes pétrolières, les voitures, les trains, les bateaux et les aéronefs est interdite, sauf pour les gros aéronefs volant au-dessus de 10 000 pieds.
EU & UK Regulatory Conformity
The Declaration of Conformity made under Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU as well as the United Kingdom’s Radio Equpment Regulations 2017/UK is available for viewing at: www.hpe.com/eu/certificates. Select the document that corresponds to your device’s model number as it is indicated on the product label. Compliance is only assured if the Aruba approved accessories as listed in the ordering guide are used. https://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/og/OG_503Series.pdf.
Wireless Channel Restrictions
5150-5350MHz band is limited to indoor only in the following countries; Austria (AT), Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Croatia (HR), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Denmark (DK), Estonia (EE), Finland (FI), France (FR), Germany (DE), Greece (GR), Hungary (HU), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Italy (IT), Latvia (LV), Liechtenstein (LI), Lithuania (LT), Luxembourg (LU), Malta (MT), Netherlands (NL), Norway (NO), Poland (PL), Portugal (PT), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK), Slovenia (SL), Spain (ES), Sweden (SE), Switzerland (CH), Turkey (TR), United Kingdom (UK) (NI).

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Radio Wi-Fi

Frequency Range MHz 2412-2472 5150-5250 5250-5350 5470-5725 5725-5850

Max EIRP 20 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm 30 dBm 14 dBm

Lower power radio LAN product operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Please refer to the ArubaOS User Guide/Instant User Guide for details on restrictions.
European Union and United Kingdom
This device is limited for indoor use. Use in trains with metal-coated windows (or similar structures made of materials with comparable attenuation characteristic) and aircraft is permitted.
Japan

Korean
México
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debeaceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.

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Ukraine
Hereby, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company declares that the radio equipment type [The Regulatory Model Number [RMN] for this device can be found in the Regulatory Information section of this document] is in compliance with Ukrainian Technical Regulation on Radio Equipment, approved by resolution of the CABINET OF MINISTERS OF UKRAINE dated May 24, 2017, No. 355. The full text of the UA declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://certificates.ext.hpe.com/public/certificates.html.
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Taiwan

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United States
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 manufacturer’s instructions, 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 or more of the following measures
n Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. n Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. n Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. n Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Improper termination of access points installed in the United States configured to a non-US model controller is a violation of the FCC grant of equipment authorization. Any such willful or intentional violation may result in a requirement by the FCC for immediate termination of operation and may be subject to forfeiture (47 CFR 1.80).
The network administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that this device operates in accordance with local/regional laws of the host domain.
FCC regulations restrict the operation of this device to indoor use only.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boths, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.
Operation in the 5.9725-7.125GHz band is prohibited for control or communication with unnamed aircraft systems.
Medical
1. Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of flammable mixtures. 2. Connect to only IEC 60950-1 or IEC 60601-1 certified products and power sources. The end user is
responsible for the resulting medical system complies with the requirements of IEC 60601-1. 3. Wipe with a dry cloth, no additional maintenance required. 4. No serviceable parts, the unit must be sent back to the manufacturer for repair. 5. No modifications are allowed without Aruba approval.
Contact Aruba

Nain Site
Support Site
Airheads Social Forums and Knowledge Base
North America Telephone

www.arubanetworks.com asp.arubanetworks.com www.community.arubanetworks.com/
1-800-943-4526 (toll free) 1-408-754-1200

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International Telephone
Software Licensing Site
End-of-Life Information
Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)

www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/contact-support/
www.hpe.com/networking/support
www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/end-of-life/ Site: www.arubanetworks.com/support-service/security-bulletins/ Email: aruba- sirt@hpe.com

Copyright
© Copyright 2023 Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP.
Open Source Code
This product includes code licensed under certain open source licenses which require source compliance. The corresponding source for these components is available upon request. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information and shall expire three years following the date of the final distribution of this product version by Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company. To obtain such source code, please check if the code is available in the HPE Software Center at https://myenterpriselicense.hpe.com/cwp-ui/software but, if not, send a written request for specific software version and product for which you want the open source code. Along with the request, please send a check or money order in the amount of US $10.00 to:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company Attn: General Counsel WW Corporate Headquarters 1701 E Mossy Oaks Rd Spring, TX 77389 United States of America.
Warranty
This hardware product is protected by an Aruba warranty. For more details visit www.hpe.com/us/en/support.html

Contacting Support
Table 3: Contact Information
Main Site Support Site Airheads Social Forums and Knowledge Base North American Telephone
International Telephone

https://www.arubanetworks.com https://asp.arubanetworks.com https://community.arubanetworks.com
1-800-943-4526 (Toll Free) 1-408-754-1200 https://arubanetworks.com/support-services/contact-support/

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Software Licensing Site End-of-life Information Security Incident Response Team

https://hpe.com/networking/support
https://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/end-of-life/
https://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/securitybulletins/ Email: sirt@arubanetworks.com

Copyright
© Copyright 2023 Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP.
Open Source Code
This product includes code licensed under the GNU General Public License, the GNU Lesser General Public License, and/or certain other open source licenses.
A complete machine-readable copy of the source code corresponding to such code is available upon request. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information and shall expire three years following the date of the final distribution of this product version by Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.
To obtain such source code, send a check or money order in the amount of US $10.00 to:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company Attn: General Counsel 6280 America Center Drive San Jose, CA 94089 USA
Warranty
This hardware product is protected by an Aruba warranty. For more details, visit www.hpe.com/us/en/support.html

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