Sonicwall TZ270W Wireless Network Security Appliance User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: SONICWALL

Table of Contents

Installation Requirements
RF Safety Distance
Cable Connections
Lithium Battery Warning
Power Supply Information
Restricted Environments
Radio Approvals
Radio or Television Interference
FCC ID: 2AKCZ-101
FCC, Class B
Radiation Exposure Statement (FCC)
United States of America Authorized Channels
Documents / Resources

TZ270W, TZ370, TZ470W Safety and
Regulatory
Reference Guide
Regulatory Model Number:
APL47-101 (TZ270W, TZ370W)
APL57-0F2 (TZ470W)

This document contains safety and regulatory information for the SonicWall TZ270W, TZ370W, and TZ470W. The TZ270W, TZ370W, and TZ470W are wireless network security appliances with an internal wireless radio that can provide wireless access on either 5GHz or 2.4GHz and supports the 802.11 ac/n/g/a/b standards. Topics:

NOTE: Additional regulatory notifications and information for this product can be found online at: https://www.sonicwall.com/support/technical- documentation

TZ270W, TZ370W, and TZ470W comply with FCC U-NII New Rules.

Regulatory Model/Type	Product Name
APL57-101	TZ270W, TZ370W
APL57-0F2	TZ470W

Installation Requirements

WARNING: The following conditions are required for proper installation:

Mount in a location away from direct sunlight and sources of heat. A maximum ambient temperature of 104º F (40º C) is recommended.
Route cables away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of noise such as radios, transmitters, and broadband amplifiers.
The included power cord(s) are approved for use only in specific countries or regions. Before using a power cord, verify that it is rated and approved for use in your location.
Ensure that no water or excessive moisture can enter the unit.
Allow unrestricted airflow around the unit. A minimum of 1 inch (25.44mm) clearance is
recommended.
Consideration must be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings must be used when addressing this concern. Do not overload the circuit.
Reliable grounding of the power supply must be maintained. Particular attention must be given to power supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuits, such as power strips.
When using a Fiber Optic Small-Form Pluggable (SFP) module, ensure it is IEC 60825 certified and a Class 1 Laser Product.
This equipment is not intended for use at workplaces with visual display units, in accordance with §2 of the German ordinance for workplaces with visual display units. To avoid incommoding reflections at visual display workplaces, this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.

RF Safety Distance

The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with another antenna or transmitter

Cable Connections

All Ethernet and RS232 (Console) cables are designed for intra-building connection to other equipment. Do not connect these ports directly to communication wiring or other wiring that exits the building where the appliance is located.

Lithium Battery Warning

The Lithium Battery used in the SonicWall security appliance may not be replaced by the user. Return the SonicWall security appliance to a SonicWall- authorized service center for replacement with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. If, for any reason, the battery or SonicWall security appliance must be disposed of, do so following the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

Power Supply Information

If the power supply is missing from your SonicWall product package, contact SonicWall Technical Support at https://support.sonicwall.com/contact-support for a replacement. This product should only be used with a UL listed power supply marked “I.T.E. LPS,” with an output rated 12V DC, minimum 3.0 A, Tma: minimum 40 degrees C.

Restricted Environments

The SonicWall wireless device, like other radio devices, emits radiofrequency electromagnetic energy. The SonicWall wireless device operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety and recommendations. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of the SonicWall wireless device may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization. Examples of such situations include the following:

Using the SonicWall wireless device equipment onboard airplanes, or
Using the SonicWall wireless device equipment in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (an airport, for example), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the SonicWall wireless device before you turn it in on.

WARNING: Explosive Device Proximity Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
WARNING: Use on Aircraft Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.

Radio Approvals

It is important to ensure that you only use your radio device in countries where the device is approved for use. To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country, check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device or listed on the radio approval list posted on the general SonicWall support site at: https://www.sonicwall.com/support.

Radio or Television Interference

The SonicWall TZ270W, TZ370W, TZ470W wireless network device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. SonicWall Inc.
is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this SonicWall Wireless device kit, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than that specified by SonicWall Inc. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment is the responsibility of the user. SonicWall Inc. and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from the user failing to comply with these guidelines.

FCC ID: 2AKCZ-101

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. 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.

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

NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SonicWall Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the system with respect to the receiver.
Move the system away from the receiver.
Plug the system into a different outlet so that the system and the receiver are on different branch circuits.

If necessary, consult a representative of SonicWall Inc. or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
NOTE: This SonicWall Wireless WLAN device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations. Modifications not expressly approved by SonicWall could void your authority to operate the equipment.

The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations:

· Product name:	Regulatory Model
· SonicWall Z270W	APL57-101
· SonicWall Z370W	APL57-101
· SonicWall Z470W	APL57-0F2

Company name:

SonicWall Inc. is the responsible party for this product. For an EMC compliance issue or a regulatory inquiry, please use the following contact information:

SonicWall Inc.
1033 McCarthy Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035
888-557-6642

FCC, Class B

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception.
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.

NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SonicWall Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the antenna of the radio/television receiver.
Increase the separation between this equipment and the radio/television receiver.
Plug the system into a different outlet so that the system and the receiver are on different power mains branch circuits.
Consult a representative of SonicWall Inc. or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

Radiation Exposure Statement (FCC)

CAUTION: The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. This device has been evaluated for and shown compliant with the FCC RF exposure limits under mobile exposure conditions (antennas are greater than 20 cm from a person’s body). Details of the authorized configurations can be found at https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm by entering the FCC ID number on the device.

United States of America Authorized Channels

SonicWall declares that the APL57-0F2, APL57-101 (FCC ID: 2AKCZ-101) when sold in the USA is limited to CH1-CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA.
CAUTION: This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15GHz to 5.25GHz frequency range. The FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15GHz to 5.25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25GHz to 5.35GHz and 5.65GHz to 5.85GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with this device or can cause damage to this device, or both.
The APL57-0F2, APL57-101 device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 3.19 dBi 2.4 GHz and 5.85 dBi for 5 GHz with R-SMA connector. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms..
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) is required on all Wireless LAN Master devices (usually Access Points) and Wireless LAN Clients (usually Wireless NICs) that operate within 5470MHz 5725MHz. SonicWaves that have these frequencies and channels enabled in this range comply with North American and International DFS requirements. Some frequencies are blocked, and cannot be selected by the user per each specific regional approval.
Specific to the USA, at the urging of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) user/installers should avoid operation frequencies near Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR) systems frequencies 5600-5650 MHz when installing a SonicWave within 35km of line-of-site of TDWR sites. If TDWR is within 35km the SonicWave, frequencies should be set to at least 30MHz above or below any TDWR system frequency at that site. TDWR locations and specific frequencies used can be found at http://spectrumbridge.com/udrs/home.aspx. Detailed current and background information can be found at http://www.wispa.org/?page_id=2341.

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Documents / Resources

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