HFCL ion4i Access Point User Guide

June 3, 2024
HFCL

ion4i Access Point
**User Guide
HFCL ion4i Access Point

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing ion4i Wireless Access Point with 22.2 Multi-User MIMO and 802.11ac Wave 2 compliance.

Packaging Content

ion4i Specifications

Peak Throughput(aggregate)| Up to 1.27 Gbps (867 Mbps for 5 GHz and 400 Mbps for 2.4 GHz)
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Wi-Fi Standard Support| 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ac Wave 2
Interface| 1 X 10/100/1000 BASE-T Ethernet
Radio Mode| 2×2 MU-MIMO with 2 spatial streams
Mesh Support| Self-creating, Self-healing Mesh
Maximum number of SSID (per radio)| 16
Maximum User Support| 128 on 5 GHz and 64 on 2.4 GHz
Power Supply| IEEE 802.3af PoE
Power Consumption (Max)| 12 W (approx.)
Max Transmit Power| 23 dBm for 2.4 GHz, 27 dBm for 5 GHz (will depend on country specific guidelines)
Antenna Type| Integrated Omnidirectional Antennas
Antenna Gain| 4.5 dBi for 5 GHz, 4 dBi for 2.4 GHz
Management| Standalone (via GUI) or through on-premise based solution or cloud-based
Enclosure Dimensions| 175 x 175 x 37 mm or 6.89 x 6.89 x 1.46 inches
Weight| 0.35 kg
Operating Temperature| 0°C to 50°C
Certifications| FCC Class B, CE, Passpoint 2.0, RoHS 3.0

Product Overview

HFCL ion4i Access Point - Product Overview

Mounting of ion4i Access Point

  1. Place the Mounting Bracket which came with the package on a wall or ceiling and mark holes with a marker where you will insert the screws. Drill holes in the marked points and insert the plastic wall anchors.

  2. Use supplied screws and attach mounting bracket on the wall
    Note Make sure that mounting bracket is tightly installed before mounting the Access Point on the wall or ceiling.HFCL ion4i Access Point -
Mounting

  3. Align the hooks of Access Point with the mounting slots of the mounting bracket, ensure that it is properly hingedHFCL ion4i Access Point - Mounting Bracket

Unmounting of ion4i Access Point

  1. Slide the hooks of Access Point out from the mounting slots of mounting bracket.HFCL ion4i Access Point - Access Point WARNING: HFCL is not held liable for any damages incurred during the process.

Getting the ion4i Online

Step 1: Power up
The Access Point can be powered up using PoE adaptor (48V) as shown below:

Note: Plug and Adaptor will vary by country/ region

Step 2: Connect to the network
Section 1: Standalone AP

Follow the steps mentioned below and connect the Access Point to a network

  1. Connect an ethernet cable to the computer.
  2. Connect the other end of the ethernet cable to the LAN port on the ion4i Access Point or use a PoE adaptor (48V) to do so.
  3. Open the web browser and enter the Access Point static IP address in the address bar. 192.168.1.1
  4. A login screen will appear
    Enter the default login credential details:
    User- root, Password- hfcl!@ionHFCL ion4i Access Point - Step
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Section 2: Controller Managed AP
Follow the steps mentioned to connect Access Point to a network

  1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the computer
  2. Power-up the AP through PoE adapter or PoE switch
  3. Connect the AP to DHCP network and Internet
  4. Login to HFCL 10 cloud controller (cNMS) iocloud.hfcl.com with credentials provided
    4a. To get cNMS login credential, please send request email to iosupport@hfcl.com with below detailsCustomer Name| Customer email address| Customer address| Customer contact number| Distributor/ Retailer Name| No.of AP Purchased| Country
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    | | | | | |
  5. Add AP group under configuration
  6. Add APs in the AP group
  7. Create SSID in the AP group
  8. Refer our website io.hfcl.com for detailed information to configure AP through cNMS

Step 3: Check the LED statusHFCL ion4i Access Point - Step
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LED Color Status
Power LED Green Green color notifies the user that the device is powered ON
2.4 GHz Status LED Solid yellow color notifies the user that the 2.4 GHz

radio is active and blinks while data is being transmitted on 2.4 GHz radio
5 GHz Status LED| Solid red color notifies the user that the 5 GHz radio is active and blinks while data is being transmitted on 5 GHz radio

Safety Precautions

Observe the following safety precautions to avoid damage to the ion4i Access Point:
Do not subject the device to high temperatures
Keep away from high voltage cables
Disconnect the device before cleaning it
Do not wipe the device with a damp cloth
Do not open the enclosure of the Access Point
Fasten the device tightly with the mount

Part Number QSG-01-0016
Revision: A

Contact Us:
Email:iosupport@hfcl.com
Website:www.hfcl.com
wwwio.hfcl.com
8, Commercial Complex, Masjid Moth,
Greater Kailash-II, New Delhi- 110048
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IO Networks and the IO logo are registered trademarks of HFCL Limited
Specifications are subject to change without notice

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