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WLA532 Access Point Hardware DocumentationPublished: 2011-09-29RevisionCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

Table of ContentsPart 1 OverviewChapter1 AccessPointOverview..............................................3WLA532 AccessPoint Hardware Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Chapter2 PortsandConnectors...............................................7Ethernet Connections for WLA532 Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7StatusLEDsonWLA532AccessPoint...................................7Part 2 PlanningChapter3 PlanningGuidelines................................................13Planning Guidelines for Using RingMaster to Plan a Mobility System . . . . . . . . . . 13Standard PoE Information for WLA Series Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Technical, Mechanical and Compliance Specifications for WLA Series AccessPoints .........................................................14802.11a/b/g/nFeatures...........................................14CeilingandWallMounting.........................................15Mechanical and Compliance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Radio Specifications .............................................17Chapter4 RadioRequirements...............................................19RadioRequirementsfor2.4GHz........................................19RadioRequirementsfor5GHz.........................................19Chapter5 Certifications .....................................................21EMI/EMC Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Radio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Part 3 SafetyChapter6 GeneralSafetyInformation.........................................25General Safety Standards and Agencies for the WLA532 Access Point . . . . . . . . 25WLA532 Access Point Radio Frequency Exposure Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Chapter7 GeneralGuidelines................................................29Part 4 InstallationChapter8 InstallingtheAccessPoint.........................................33Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling Rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Connecting the Access Point to Wireless LAN Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39iiiCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

Chapter9 VerificationTasks..................................................41Verifying the Health of WLA Series Access Points Using LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Part 5 TroubleshootingChapter10 Customer Support ................................................45Contacting Juniper for Missing WLA532 Access Point Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Part 6 IndexIndex.............................................................49Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.ivWLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

List of FiguresPart 1 OverviewChapter1 AccessPointOverview..............................................3Figure1:WLA532AccessPoint.........................................3Chapter2 PortsandConnectors...............................................7Figure 2: Status LED on WLA532 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8vCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

List of TablesPart 1 OverviewChapter1 AccessPointOverview..............................................3Table 1: MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Chapter2 PortsandConnectors...............................................7Table 2: Status LEDs on WLA532 Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Part 2 PlanningChapter3 PlanningGuidelines................................................13Table 3: Mechanical and Compliance Specification for WLA532 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Table 4: Radio Specification for WLA532 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17viiCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

PART 1Overview•Access Point Overview on page 3•Ports and Connectors on page 71Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

CHAPTER 1Access Point Overview•WLA532 AccessPoint Hardware Overview on page 3•MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access Points on page 4WLA532 AccessPoint Hardware OverviewJuniper Networks Enterprise wireless LAN Indoor Access Point, WLA532, is based on thenext evolution of 802.11n technology based radio chipsets. WLA 532 is a dual radio 3X3multiple input, multiple output (MIMO) access point supporting up to three spatialstreams on each radio. WLA532 is a compact hexagon shaped access point and is targetedat enterprise customers including verticals such as Healthcare, Education and othercarpeted offices.Figure 1: WLA532 Access PointNOTE: The WLA532 requires only hardware installation. All configurationsfor the access point is done on the wireless LAN controllers.The WLA532 access point supports:•In band spectrum monitoring and network spectrum mitigation•Minimum 450Mbps or 500 Mbps (? to be clarified during review) to wire from tworadios at large packets•One 2.4GHz 3x3 802.11n standard power radio subsystem3Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

•One 5GHz 3x3 802.11n enhanced power radio subsystem•One Gigabit (10/100/1000 Base-T) Ethernet port•Power consumption within standard 802.3af power on GigE port•Spectrum Analysis•Hardware (DTLS) crypto acceleration for CAPWAP data path•3 spatial stream operation•Rate Adaptation features (3SS rates, 2SS rates and 1SS rates)The WLA532 can be powered up and operational within 3 minutes and supports allfeatures of RingMaster and Mobility System Software (MSS).The following wireless LAN controllers are supported by the WLA532 access point:•WLC2 Wireless LAN Controller•WLC8 Wireless LAN Controller•WLC800 Wireless LAN Controller•WLC880 Wireless LAN Controller•WLC2800 Wireless LAN ControllerRelatedDocumentationGeneral Safety Standards and Agencies for the WLA532 Access Point on page 25••Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling Rail on page 33•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Wall on page 36MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access PointsThe WLA series access points are assigned a unique block of 64 MAC addresses(reviewers, please confirm?). Each radio has 32 MAC addresses and hence can supportup to 32 SSIDs, with one MAC address assigned to each SSID as a BSSID. The accesspoint MAC address block is listed on a label on the back of the access point. If the accesspoint is already deployed and running on the network, you can display the MAC addressassignments by using the show ap status command using the Mobility System SoftwareCLI. All MAC addresses for an access point are assigned based on the base MAC addressof the access point as described in Table.Table 1: MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access PointsDescriptionMAC Address TypeThe access point has a base MAC address. All the other addresses are assigned basedon this addressAccess Point base MAC Address•Ethernet port 1 equals the access point base MAC address•Ethernet port 2 equals the access point base MAC address + 1 (Not applicable forWLA532 series).Ethernet Port MAC AddressesCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.4WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

Table 1: MAC Address Information for WLA Series Access Points (continued)DescriptionMAC Address Type•The 5Ghz radio equals the access point base MAC address + 1•The BSSIDs for the SSIDs configured on the 5Ghz radio end in odd numbers. The firstBSSID is equal to the access point’s base MAC address + 1. The next BSSID is equalto the access point’s base MAC address + 3, and so on.5Ghz Radio and SSID MAC Addresses•The 2.4Ghz radio equals the access point base MAC address•The BSSIDs for the SSIDs configured on the 2.4Ghz radio end in even numbers. Thefirst BSSID is equal to the access point base MAC address. The next BSSID is equalto the access point base MAC address + 2, and so on.2.4Ghz Radio and SSID MACAddressesRelatedDocumentation•Radio Requirements for 2.4GHz on page 19•Radio Requirements for 5GHz on page 195Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Access Point Overview

CHAPTER 2Ports and Connectors•Ethernet Connections for WLA532 Access Points on page 7•Status LEDs on WLA532 Access Point on page 7Ethernet Connections for WLA532 Access PointsThe WLA532 access point has one RJ-45 network port, which provides a 10/100/1000autosensing (MDI/MDX) ethernet connection to a wireless LAN controller (WLC).You can configure the connection between the access point and the controller either asa direct connection or as an indirect connection through an intermediate layer 2 or layer3 network. The WLA532 access point receives power and data through the RJ-45 port.You use a Category 5 cable with straight-through signaling and standard RJ-45 connectorsto connect the access point to a controller or to a switch in the network. The access pointsupports Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af). It can also receive PoE power from JuniperNetworks wireless LAN controllers and Juniper Networks-approved power injectors.NOTE: The access points do not support daisy-chain configurations. Do notconnect one access point to another access point.RelatedDocumentationConnecting the Access Point to Wireless LAN Controllers on page 39••Standard PoE Information for WLA Series Access Points on page 14Status LEDs on WLA532 Access PointThe WLA532 access point has three status LEDs that indicate status information in green,amber, and red colors.7Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

Figure 2: Status LED on WLA532 Access PointTable 2 on page 8 describes the status LEDs and their states.Table 2: Status LEDs on WLA532 Access PointsStatus and DescriptionColorLabelOff. The access point is powered off.UnlitLED inthecenter On. The access point is on power on sand is in self-test mode.Amber, flashingOn. The access point is waiting to receive boot instructions and a configuration filefrom a wireless LAN controller.Cindy, the products are named as WLC2, WLC8 etc. So, is it okay to just say WLC?Or should we use wireless LAN controller always?)Green, flashingOn. The access point is booting and receiving a configuration file from the controller.After the access point boots and receives a configuration file, the LED continues toflash alternately green and amber until a radio is enabled.Green or amber, flashingOn. The access point is powered on and is operational.GreenOn. The access point has not been configured and is not operational.RedCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.8WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

Table 2: Status LEDs on WLA532 Access Points (continued)Status and DescriptionColorLabelOff. The 5 GHz radio is disabled.LED onthe right(11 AN) On. The 5 GHz radio is enabled.GreenOn. Dedicated sensorAmberOn. The access point is transmitting and receiving on the 5 GHz radio.Green or amber, flashingOn. The radio has failed.RedOff. The 2.4 GHz radio is disabled.LED onthe left(11BGN) On. The 2.4 GHz radio is enabled.GreenOn. Dedicated sensorAmberOn. The access point is transmitting and receiving on the 2.4GHz radio.Flash Green or AmberOn. The radio has failed.RedRelatedDocumentation•Ethernet Connections for WLA532 Access Points on page 7•Radio Requirements for 2.4GHz on page 19•Radio Requirements for 5GHz on page 199Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Ports and ConnectorsPlease clarify what is dedicated sensor

PART 2Planning•Planning Guidelines on page 13•Radio Requirements on page 19•Certifications on page 2111Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

CHAPTER 3Planning Guidelines•Planning Guidelines for Using RingMaster to Plan a Mobility System on page 13•Standard PoE Information for WLA Series Access Points on page 14•Technical, Mechanical and Compliance Specifications for WLA Series AccessPoints on page 14Planning Guidelines for Using RingMaster to Plan a Mobility SystemThe Juniper Networks Mobility System is an enterprise WLAN solution that seamlesslyintegrates with an existing wired enterprise network. The Juniper Networks system providessecure connectivity to both wireless and wired users in large environments such as officebuildings, hospitals, and university campuses. The Juniper Mobility System fulfills thethree fundamental requirements of an enterprise WLAN: it eliminates the distinctionbetween wired and wireless networks, allows users to work safely from anywhere (securemobility), and provides a comprehensive suite of intuitive tools for planning and managingthe network before and after deployment, greatly easing the operational burden on ITresources.If you are using RingMaster to plan your Mobility System installation, we recommendthat you create and verify a network plan for the entire installlation and generate anwireless LAN access point (WLA) work order before installing the recommended WLAs.A network plan and the WLA work order generated from RingMaster provide the followinginformation about WLA installation and configuration:•Number of WLAs required for adequate wireless LAN (WLAN) capacity in each coveragearea.•Detailed installation-location for each WLA.•Settings for all WLAs in the WLAN.Once your plan has been created and reviewed, you can arrange for the WLAN networkinstallation. System Administrators and anyone involved in the installation of the WLANSystem are responsible for the proper setup and operation in accordance to all rules andregulations of the country in which the equipment operates.RelatedDocumentationConfiguring the WLCs With RingMaster•13Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

Standard PoE Information for WLA Series Access PointsThe WLA series access point operates as a powered device within standard IEEE 802.3afPower over Ethernet (PoE) from either a mid or end span power source equipment. Italso operates on 802.3af+ (54V from power source equipement) or 802.3at (high powerPOE), and WLA532 responds to 802.3at discovery as an 802.3af class 3 device. The WLAseries access point POE circuitry operates at 85% or greater efficiency on a 40 V 350ma14W input (dissipate less than 3.0W).The WLA532 access point provides a PoE input circuit to the CPU to indicate if thepowered device input voltage is less than 42 V or not. This helps to identify poor qualitycable plants or power source equipment capability and allows the software to disablesome of the features.RelatedDocumentationEthernet Connections for WLA532 Access Points on page 7•Technical, Mechanical and Compliance Specifications for WLA Series Access PointsThis section explains the technical, mechanical, and compliance specifications for WLAseries access points.NOTE: For detailed compliance information see the Juniper NetworksRegulatory Guide located at: http://www.juniper.net/ and can be downloadedin PDF format.WARNING: In the U.S., locate the access point and any externally attachedantennas a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 centimeters) away from people. Thissafety warning conforms with FCC radio frequency exposure limits for dipoleantennas such as those used in the access point.802.11 a/b/g/n FeaturesThe WLA532 access points supports:•High performance 11 Mbps (802.11b) or 54Mbps (802.11a/g) or 300Mbps(802.11n) datarate•Wi-Fi, WPA certificated interoperability•WPA/WPA2 with PSK/802.1x with TKIP/AES•40-bit and 128-bit WEP•Seamless roaming within the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN infrastructure.•Adjustable output power support•Interoperability with Juniper Networks Wireless Security SwitchCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.14WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

•Single auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, configured as MDI•Comply with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u and 802.3ab standards•PowerDsine(Microsemi) GigE PoE injector support•802.3af PoE compatabilityCeiling and Wall MountingThe WLA 532 access point can be mounted to a recessed 15/16” ceiling tile rail withoutdisrupting rail or tile alignment. The WLA532 access point hardware will be provided withthe following mounting adapters provided in an auxiliary mounting kit:•9/16” recessed ceiling tile rail adapter•Center tile mount adapter and wall mount adapter•Trapeze legacy mounting bracket adapter (Reviewers, is this required?)•North America single gang wall box adapter (minimum extension from wall, coverswall box and cables)•European Union single gang wall box adapterMechanical and Compliance SpecificationsThe mechanical and compliance specifications for WLA532 access point is listed in thetableTable 3: Mechanical and Compliance Specification for WLA532DescriptionSpecificationLength: 14 centimeters (5.5 inches)Width: 13.15 centimeters (5.1 inches)Height: 5.3 centimeters (2 inches)SizeWithout mounting bracket: 264 grams (9.31 ounces)Weight0° C to 50° C (32° F to +122° F)Operating Temperature-40° C to +70° C (-40° F to +158° F)Storage Temperature5% to 95% non-condensingHumidity? years ? (Reviewers, please confirmMTBFDirective 2002/95/EC, 2006/122/EC China RoHS (?0RoHs/ IEEE40 V to 54 VIEEE 802.3afPower over Ethernet (PoE)15Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Planning Guidelines

Table 3: Mechanical and Compliance Specification for WLA532 (continued)DescriptionSpecificationHealth/status and radio LEDs (For descriptions of the LEDs, see “Access Point LEDs in aWLA 532” on page 7.Status indicatorsOne RJ-45 port for 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet and Power over Ethernet (PoE)Wired network portsIEEE 802.11IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gIEEE 802.3afIEEE 802.11nStandards complianceCAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Information Technology EquipmentUL 60950-1 (2nd Ed.) Information Technology EquipmentEN 60950-1 Information Technology EquipmentIEC 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment - Safety (All country deviations)EN 60601-1-1 General Safety for medical electrical systemsLow Voltage Directive 2006/95/EECIEEE 802.3at POE requirementsSafety and electromagneticcomplianceFCC CFR 47, Part 2 Frequency allocations and general treaty matters, General rulesFCC CFR 47, Part 15 Radio Frequency Devices - EN 300 328 EMC and Radio SpectrumMatters 2.4GHz ISM bandEN 301 489-1 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters: Common Technical requirementsEN 301 489-17 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters: 2.4GHz wideband and 5GHz RLANEN 301 893 Broadband Radio Access Networks 5 GHz RLANRTTE Directive 1995/5/ECVarious Country Specific Radio Regulationsradio complianceWi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2)Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)40-bit/104-bit Wired-Equivalent Privacy (WEP)EncryptionCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.16WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

Table 3: Mechanical and Compliance Specification for WLA532 (continued)DescriptionSpecificationPower-save mode supportedTransmit power control in 1 dBm incrementsSupports up to 250 clients per radioSupports Dynamic Frequency SelectionGeneralRadio SpecificationsThe mechanical and compliance specifications for WLA532 access point is listed in thetable.Table 4: Radio Specification for WLA532DescriptionSpecificationIntegrated diversity omnidirectionalInternal 3X3 Multiple Input Multiple Output(MIMO)Antenna typeInternal: 2-3 dBi (2.4 GHz)Internal: 4-5 dBi (5 GHz)Antenna gain2.4 GHz to 5 GHz based on country regulationsFrequency bandBased on the country of operation specified by the system administratorOperating channels802.11n rates: MCS 0 to MCS 23Association ratesOrthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM)Modulation18 dBm transmit power per chain (200mW combined 3-stream output power) and-90dBm receive sensitivity at MCS0 data rate12 dBm transmit power per chain (50mW combined 3-stream output power) and-70dBm receive sensitivity at MCS23 data rate.Transmit power17Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Planning Guidelines

CHAPTER 4Radio Requirements•Radio Requirements for 2.4GHz on page 19•Radio Requirements for 5GHz on page 19Radio Requirements for 2.4GHzThe 2.4 GHz band mPCIe radio module is operational from channels 1 to 14 of legacy802.11 bg or in 802.11 n 3x3 stream of 20 MHz channel modes. At MCS0 data rate, itprovides 18 dBm transmit power per chain (200 mW combined 3-stream output power)and -90 dBm reception. With MCS23 data rate, it provides 12dBm transmit power perchain (50 mW combined 3-stream output power) and -70 dBm reception. It consumesless than 2.75 W at maximum power draw.Reviewers, please clarify the performance details.The 2.4 GHz horizontally polarized antenna model of WLA532 access point includes one2.4GHz band, 2 dBi gain, omnidirectional, horizontally polarized internal antenna, whichmaximizes the MIMO performance from 2dBi to -4dBi around the 360 degrees horizontalplane.The 2.4 GHz vertically polarized antenna model of WLA532 access point includes two2.4 GHz band, 3 dBi gain, 5 degree down-tilt omnidirectional, vertically polarized internalantenna, which maximizes the MIMO performance from 3dBi to -9dBi around the 360degrees horizontal plane.RelatedDocumentationRadio Requirements for 5GHz on page 19•Radio Requirements for 5GHzThe 5 GHz band mPCIe radio module is operational from channels 36 to 165 in legacy802.11 a or 802.11 n 3x3 stream of 20 MHz and 40MHz channel modes. At MCS0 datarate, it provides 18 dBm transmit power per chain (200 mW combined 3-stream outputpower) and -90dBm reception. With MCS23 data rate, it provides 12dBm transmit powerper chain (50 mW combined 3-stream output power) and -67 dBm reception. It consumesless than 4.25 W at maximum power draw.Reviewers, please clarify the performance details.19Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

The 5 GHz horizontally polarized antenna model of WLA532 access point includes one5 GHz band, 4 dBi gain, omnidirectional, horizontally polarized internal antenna, whichmaximizes the MIMO performance from 4dBi to -6dBi around the 360 degrees horizontalplane.The 5 GHz vertically polarized antennas model of WLA532 access point includes two 5GHz band, 5 dBi gain, 5 degree down-tilt omnidirectional, vertically polarized internalantenna, which maximizes the MIMO performance from 5 dBi to -7 dBi around the 360degrees horizontal plane.RelatedDocumentation•Radio Requirements for 2.4GHz on page 19Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.20WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

CHAPTER 5Certifications•EMI/EMC Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 21•Radio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 21EMI/EMC Certifications for the WLA532 Access PointFor a complete list of safety warnings and detailed compliance information, see theJuniper Networks Regulatory Guide in the Wireless LAN Services (WLS) documentationat http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/.EMI/EMC Certification for Juniper WLA532 access point-specified standards and agencies:•FCC CFR 47, Part 2 Frequency allocations and general treaty matters, General rules•FCC CFR 47, Part 15 Radio Frequency Devices (Class B)•EN 55022 EMC Radiated Standard (Class B)•EN 55024 EMC Immunity Standard (Class B)•EN 300 386 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters Telcom•EN 60601-1-2 EMC for medical electrical equipment•EMC Directive 2004/108/ECRelatedDocumentationRadio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 21•Radio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access PointFor a complete list of safety warnings and detailed compliance information, see theJuniper Networks Regulatory Guide in the Wireless LAN Services (WLS) documentationat http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/.Radio certifications for Juniper WLA532 access point-specified standards and agencies:•FCC CFR 47, Part 2 Frequency allocations and general treaty matters, General rules•FCC CFR 47, Part 15 Radio Frequency Devices•EN 300 328 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters 2.4GHz ISM band21Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

•EN 301 489-1 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters: Common Technical requirements•EN 301 489-17 EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters: 2.4GHz wideband and 5GHz RLAN•EN 301 893 Broadband Radio Access Networks 5 GHz RLAN•RTTE Directive 1995/5/EC•Various Country Specific Radio Regulations and World Markings.RelatedDocumentation•Safety Standards and AgenciesCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.22WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

PART 3Safety•General Safety Information on page 25•General Guidelines on page 2923Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

CHAPTER 6General Safety Information•General Safety Standards and Agencies for the WLA532 Access Point on page 25•WLA532 Access Point Radio Frequency Exposure Guidelines on page 26General Safety Standards and Agencies for the WLA532 Access PointFor a complete list of safety warnings and detailed compliance information, see theJuniper Networks Regulatory Guide in the Wireless LAN Services (WLS) documentationat http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/.The following certifications are required to comply with WLA532 access point specifiedsafety standards and agencies:•CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment - Safety•UL 60950-1 (2nd Ed.) Information Technology Equipment - Safety•EN 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment - Safety (All country deviations)•EN 60601-1-1 General Safety for medical electrical systems•Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EEC•IEEE 802.3at POE requirements•UL 2043 plenum-rated•RoHS - WLA532 product and manufacturing shall comply with EU RoHS 6 (Pb free),EU WEEE, and China RoHSCountry specific certifications and World Markings for Juniper-specified standards andagencies:•North America - WLA532-US•Israel - WLA532-IL•The remainder of the world - WLA532-WWRelatedDocumentationEMI/EMC Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 21••Radio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 2125Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

WLA532 Access Point Radio Frequency Exposure GuidelinesThe following are Radio Frequency Exposure Guidelines for the WLA532 access point:WLA Radio Safety Advisories:Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Docket 96-8 for Spread SpectrumTransmitters specifies a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequencyelectromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-certified equipment. When used with the properantennas (shipped in the product), Juniper Networks MP access point products meetthe uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1-1991. Properinstallation of the access point according to the instructions in this manual will result inuser exposure that is below the FCC recommended limits.Article 12- Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user isnot allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter originalcharacteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio-frequency devices.Article 14- The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft securityand interfere legal communications; If found, the user shall cease operating immediatelyuntil no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radiocommunications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act. The lowpower radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legalcommunications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.4.7.5- Within the 5.25-5.35 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operationsto reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations.4.7.6- The operation of the U-NII devices is subject to the conditions that no harmfulinterference is caused. The user must stop operating the device immediately shouldCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.26WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

harmful interference is caused and shall not resume until the condition causing theharmful interference has been corrected. Moreover, the interference must be acceptedthat may be caused by the operation of an authorized communications, or ISM equipment4.7.7- Manufacturers of U-NII devices are responsible for ensuring frequency stabilitysuch that an emission is maintained within the band of operation under all conditions ofnormal operation as specified in the user manual.Translation: Class B (Broadcasting Communication Equipment for Home Use) As anelectromagnetic wave equipment for home use (Class B), this equipment is intended touse mainly for home use and may be used in all areas.RelatedDocumentation•EMI/EMC Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 21•Safety Standards and Agencies•Radio Safety Certifications for the WLA532 Access Point on page 2127Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.General Safety Information

CHAPTER 7General Guidelines29Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

PART 4Installation•Installing the Access Point on page 33•Verification Tasks on page 4131Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

CHAPTER 8Installing the Access Point•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling Rail on page 33•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Wall on page 36•Connecting the Access Point to Wireless LAN Controllers on page 39Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling RailThe WLA532 access point is an indoor, dual-band, dual-concurrent 3x3 IEEE 802.11nenterprise WLAN access point with three data streams. You can install the WLA532access point on the ceiling using the provided mounting bracket or on a junction box ona wall. Mounting the device on the ceiling is the primary installation method, andceiling-mount installation steps are provided in this topic. You can purchase a junctionbox wall-mount kit separately and follow the wall-mounting instructions in the WirelessLAN Services (WLS) documentation at http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/ .The WLA532 access point package includes a bracket for mounting the access point toa recessed, 9/16-inch or 15/16-inch T ceiling-tile rail.Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to install the access point:•Ceiling-mount bracket (provided)•Category 5 cable, installed (not provided)•Mounting template (provided)•Box cutter or similar tool to cut ceiling tile (not provided)•(Optional) Security kit (separately orderable), which includes a security tool and asecurity screw (not provided)To install the access point on a suspended ceiling rail:1. Select an installation location under a recessed rail in the ceiling.2. Cut a hole as follows in the ceiling tile for the Category 5 cable:a. Place the mounting template over the area where you plan to install the accesspoint.b. Use the box cutter or similar tool to cut along the line marking the opening for theport connectors.33Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

c. Remove the mounting template and the material you cut from the ceiling tile.3. Run the Category 5 cable from the ceiling through the hole in the ceiling tile.4. Ensure the snaps on the top of the ceiling-mount bracket are open so that the clipscan fully extend to fit around the ceiling rail. The bracket is shipped in an open positionso that it is ready to be clipped over a ceiling rail.5. If the bracket is closed, open the snaps by pressing in and up with your thumbs onboth sides of the snaps on the bottom of the bracket until it is fully open.6. With the bracket clips fully extended, align the clips with the rail and hook the clipsaround the top sides of the rail. Push in on the sides of the bracket until the clips lockover the rail. Listen for a clicking sound that indicates that the clips have locked. Besure the bracket has locked securely onto the rail by gently pulling down on the bracketbefore installing the wireless LAN access point (WLA).Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.34WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

7. Plug in the Category 5 cable that extends from the ceiling into the WLA.8. Align the WLA with the bracket and press forward until the WLA clicks into place. Besure the WLA is seated correctly in the bracket by gently pulling down on the WLA.9. If the WLA is not properly secured, press in on the release button on the top of thebracket to unlock the WLA. Realign the access point, making sure the cable is stillconnected, and push in until the WLA clicks securely into place.35Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Installing the Access Point

NOTE: We recommend that you use the optional security kit (separatelyorderable) to secure the access point. The kit includes a special tool anda security screw. Be sure that you retain the tool so that you can unlockand move the access point. Never use a power tool to insert or removethe security screw.10. To lock the WLA into place, secure the security screw in through the release buttonby using the tool provided with the security kit (do not overtighten the screw).RelatedDocumentationInstalling the WLA532 Access Point on a Wall on page 36•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a WallThe WLA532 access point is an indoor, dual-band, dual-concurrent 3x3 IEEE 802.11nenterprise WLAN access point with three data streams. Mounting the device on the ceilingCopyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.36WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

is the primary installation method, however, you can also install the WLA532 accesspoint on the wall using a specially ordered wall-mounting bracket. You can purchase awall-mount kit at http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/ .The WLA532 access point wall-mount package includes a bracket for mounting theaccess point to a wall socket.Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to install the access point:•Wall-mount bracket (provided)•Category 5 cable, installed (not provided)•two screws (provided)•standard flat-head screwdriver (not provided)•(Optional) Security kit (separately orderable), which includes a security tool and asecurity screw (not provided)To install the access point on the wall socket:1. Hold the wall-mount centered over the wall socket and insert and secure the twoscrews through the bracket into the wall using a standard flat-head screwdriver.2. Plug in the Category 5 cable from the wall socket to the access point.3. Align the access point with the wall bracket and push down until you hear the accesspoint click into place. Be sure the device is seated correctly in the wall bracket bygently pulling up then down on the access point.37Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Installing the Access Point

4. If the access point is not properly secured, press the release button on the bottom ofthe bracket to release the device. Realign the unit, making sure the cable is stillconnected and push down until the access point clicks securely into place.NOTE: We recommend that you use the optional security kit (separatelyorderable) to secure the access point. The kit includes a special tool anda security screw. Be sure that you retain the tool so that you can unlockand move the access point. Never use a power tool to insert or removethe security screw.5. To lock the WLA into place, secure the security screw in through the release buttonby using the tool provided with the security kit (do not overtighten the screw).Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.38WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

RelatedDocumentationInstalling the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling Rail on page 33•Connecting the Access Point to Wireless LAN ControllersYou can connect a wireless LAN access point to a Wireless LAN controller (WLC) directlyor indirectly through an intermediate layer 2 or layer 3 network.To connect the access point directly to a WLC:1. Insert one end of a Category 5 cable with a standard RJ-45 connector to the ethernetport of the access point and the other end to ethernet port of the controller. Forconnection to an access point, use a straight-through signaling cable.2. Observe the access point LED for the port on the controller.The link is activated if the LED is green and glowing steadily.To configure the access point connection, use the RingMaster GUI or the Mobility SystemSoftware CLI.If you are installing the access point in a Wireless LAN mesh or wireless bridgeconfiguration, you must configure the access point connection before deploying theaccess point in the final location. For more information, see the Mobility System SoftwareConfiguration Guide or the Configuration Guide.RelatedDocumentation•Mobility System Software Configuration Guide athttp://www.juniper.net/techpubs/en_US/release-independent/wireless/information-products/pathway-pages/wireless-lan/software-75.html.39Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.Installing the Access Point

•WLA532 AccessPoint Hardware Overview on page 3•Ethernet Connections for WLA532 Access Points on page 7•Access Point LEDs in a WLA 532 on page 7Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.40WLA 532 Access Point Hardware Documentation

CHAPTER 9Verification Tasks•Verifying the Health of WLA Series Access Points Using LEDs on page 41Verifying the Health of WLA Series Access Points Using LEDsAfter you install the WLA series access point and enable the PoE on the ethernet cableconnected to the access point, you can verify the access point status by observing thehealth LED. The health or LINK LED indicates if the access point is operational or not.•If the LED is green and glowing steadily, the access point has booted successfully bythe wireless LAN controller and is operational.•If the LED is not steadily glowing green, contact the system administrator for the WLC.RelatedDocumentation•Access Point LEDs in a WLA 532 on page 741Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

PART 5Troubleshooting•Customer Support on page 4543Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

CHAPTER 10Customer Support•Contacting Juniper for Missing WLA532 Access Point Parts on page 45Contacting Juniper for Missing WLA532 Access Point PartsIf you receive your WLA532 access point installation kit with any incorrect, missing, ordamaged parts contact Juniper Networks at http://www.juniper.net. If possible, retainthe carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the productif you need to return it. Refer to the following checklist to ensure you have received acomplete installation kit.The WLA532 access point installation kit includes:•One WLA532 unit•One ceiling-mount bracket•Mounting template•WLA532 Access Point Quick Start GuideNOTE: A junction box wall-mount kit can be ordered separately.RelatedDocumentation•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Suspended Ceiling Rail on page 33•Installing the WLA532 Access Point on a Wall on page 3645Copyright © 2011, Juniper Networks, Inc.

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