Dell W-IAP228 Installation Manual

Dell Networking W-IAP228 Wireless Instant Access Point
Installation Guide
The Dell W-IAP228 is a temperature-hardened, water-resistant, indoor-rated, dual-radio IEEE 802.11ac wireless
Instant Access Point (IAP). It uses MIMO (Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) technology and other high-
throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11ac 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz functionality while
simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g/n wireless services.
W-IAP228 Features
Wireless transceiver
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Wireless Instant access point (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
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Wireless air monitor (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
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Protocol-independent networking functionality
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Compatibility with IEEE 802.3at PoE
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Guide Overview
"W-IAP228 Hardware Overview" on page 2
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access point.
"Before You Begin" on page 4
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network.
"Installing the IAP" on page 5
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the W-IAP228 Instant access point.
"Safety and Regulatory Compliance" on page 10
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Package Contents
W-IAP228 Instant Access Point
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Cable Glands x2
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USB Console Cable
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Copper Lug x1
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M4 x 8 Screw x1
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Installation Guide (this document)
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Quick Start Guide
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NOTE: The weatherproof caps for Ethernet and Console interfaces are connected to the IAP in the package.
NOTE: Mounting kits for use with the W-IAP228 Instant access point are sold separately. Contact your Dell sales representative
for details.
NOTE: Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the
original packing materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the supplier if needed.
0511760-01 | May 2015
provides detailed hardware overview of the W-IAP228 Instant
provides key questions to ask and items to consider when deploying a wireless
describes the multi-step process for successful installation and deployment of
provides safety and regulatory compliance information.
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