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Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN/P Instant Access Point

Installation Guide

The Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN and W-IAP3WNP are single-radio, single-

band wireless access points (AP) that support the IEEE 802.11n standard for high-

performance WLAN. These access points use MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out)

technology and other high-throughput mode techniques to deliver high-

performance, 802.11n 2.4 GHz functionality while simultaneously supporting

existing 802.11 b/g wireless services.

The W-IAP3WN/P ships with Dell Instant software will operate as an Instant AP.

However, the W-IAP3WN/P can be converted to operate as a Remote AP (RAP). For

information about the IAP to RAP conversion, see RAP Conversion.

The Dell PowerConnect W-IAP3WN/P Series access points provide the following

capabilities:

 Wireless transceiver

 Protocol-independent networking functionality

 IEEE 802.11b/g/n operation as a wireless access point

 IEEE 802.11b/g/n operation as a wireless air monitor

 Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af PoE

Package Contents

 1x W-IAP3WN or W-IAP3WNP Access Point

 1x Installation Guide (this document)

 1x Dell Instant Quick Start Guide

 1x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable

 1x 12V Power Adapter (W-IAP3WN only)

 1x 48V Power Adapter (W-IAP3WNP only)

Before You Begin

Before installing your W-IAP3WN/P Remote Access Point, please ensure you have

the following:

 W-IAP3WN/P (included)

 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable (included)

 1 x Power Adapter (included)

W-IAP3WN/P Overview

Figure 1

Rear View (W-IAP3WNP Shown)

10/100Base-T Ethernet Ports

The W-IAP3WN/P has three 10/100Base-T (RJ-45) Ethernet ports for wired network

connectivity.

 E0: WAN port (top)

 E1: LAN port (middle)

 E2: LAN port (bottom)

On the W-IAP3WNP, port E2 has PoE power sourcing capability (PSE) to supply

power to any compliant 802.3af powered device (class 0-4).

Figure 2

Fast Ethernet Port Pin Out

DC IN (Power Socket)

The W-IAP3WN/P power adapter (included) connects to the DC IN port. The

W-IAP3WN/P does not have an On/Off switch. The device turns on when the power

adapter is attached and plugged into a power outlet. The device turns off when you

disconnect the power adapter from the power source (outlet).

Top View

Figure 3

Top View

USB Port

The W-IAP3WN/P is equipped with a USB port to support cellular modems.

Figure 4

Bottom View (W-IAP3WNP Shown)

LEDs

The W-IAP3WN has five LED indicators that display the status of the device. The

W-IAP3WNP has an additional LED called PSE.

 PWR: When lit, the W-IAP3WN/P is powered on

 E0:Indicates activity and/or status on this port.

 E1: Indicates activity and/or status on this port

 E2: Indicates activity and/or status on this port

 WLAN: Indicates wireless status and activity

 PSE (W-IAP3WNP only): Indicated the PSE status on the W-IAP3WNP

Reset Button

The W-IAP3WN/P is equipped with reset button, that when pushed, resets the

device to factory default settings. The reset button is located on the bottom of the

device and is recessed in a small, round hole.

To reset the W-IAP3WN/P, insert a small, narrow object, such as a pin or paperclip,

into the hole and press and hold the button while powering on the W-IAP3WN/P.

This will return the device to factory default settings.

W-IAP3WN/P Installation

Tabletop Mounting

The W-IAP3WN/P is shipped with a stand to use on flat (i.e. table top) surfaces.

Place the W-IAP3WN/P in the stand (see Figure 5) and place the stand on a flat,

levelled surface.

Figure 5

Stand Installation

Connecting the Required Cables

The W-IAP3WN/P must be connected to a network device that has access to the

Internet, such as a router or modem. To complete the installation of the

W-IAP3WN/P:

1. Connect one end of the provided RJ-45 cable to port E0 on the W-IAP3WN/P.

2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a free RJ-45 port on your modem or

router.

3. Attach the provided power adapter to the DC IN port on the W-IAP3WN/P.

4. Connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.

The W-IAP3WN/P is now powered on. To verify this, ensure that the PWR LED lit

is solid green.

Verifying Successful Installation

Once the W-IAP3WN/P’s PWR LED is lit, the device will take 2 to 3 minutes to

complete the boot cycle. Once the boot cycle is complete, the access point is

operational. If the Instant access point provided to you has not been configured, see

the included Dell Instant Quick Start Guide or the instructions provided by your

network administrator.

RAP Conversion

If your network administrator has instructed you to convert the W-IAP3WN/P to

work in RAP mode, follow the process below to complete the RAP conversion.

1. Power up the W-IAP3WN/P.

2. Connect to Instant SSID.

3. Login to the W-IAP3WN/P by navigating to instant.dell.com and login to the

Instant WebUI. The default username is admin and the default password is

admin. See the included Dell Instant Quick Start Guide for more information.

4. Navigate to the Maintenance tab in the top right.

5. Click on the Convert tab.

6. Select Remote APs managed by a Mobility Controller from the drop down

menu.

7. Enter the IP address of the controller. This is provided by your network

administrator.

8. Click Convert Now to complete the conversion (see Figure 6).

9. The W-IAP3WN/P will reboot and begin operating in RAP mode.

Figure 6

IAP-RAP Conversion over the Internet

Note: The W-IAP3WN/P requires Dell Instant 3.1 to operate as a Instant AP and W-

Series ArubaOS 6.2.x to operate as a Remote AP.

Note: The 48V power adapter that ships with the W-IAP3WNP does not come with

a country specific power cord. This cord must be ordered separately.

Note: Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If

possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to

repack the product in case there is a need to return it.

48V 0.75A

E0 (WAN port)

E1 (LAN port)

E2 (LAN port)

Note: The W-IAP3WN ships with a 12V power supply and the W-IAP3WNP ships

with a 48V power supply. These power supplies are not interchangeable.

LED Color(s) Activity Action

PWR Green On Power on

Off No power

Pwr

E0

E1

E2

WLAN

PSE

WLAN Green Off Wireless is inactive

On Wireless is active

Flashing Radio mode

Ports (E0, E1, E2) Green Off No link

On Link established

Flashing Ethernet activity

PSE Green Off Not sourcing PoE power

On Sourcing PoE power to an 802.3af Powered

Device

Flashing PoE power sourcing error

LED Color(s) Activity Action