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Dell Networking 300 Series Access Points Installation Guide The Dell Networking 300 Series wireless access points (W-AP304, W-AP305, W-IAP304 and W-IAP305) support IEEE 802.11ac standards for high-performance WLAN, and are equipped with two radios, which provide network access and monitor the network simultaneously. These access points deliver high-performance 802.11n 2.4 GHz and 802.11ac 5 GHz functionality, while also supporting 802.11a/b/g wireless services. Multi-user Multiplein, Multiple-output (MU-MIMO) is enabled when operating in 5GHz mode for optimal performance. The W-AP304 and W-AP305 access points work in conjunction with a Dell controller, while the W-IAP304 and W-IAP305 access points can be configured using a built-in virtual controller. The 300 Series wireless access points provide the following capabilities: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless access point IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac operation as a wireless air monitor IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac spectrum monitor Compatible with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and IEEE 802.3af PoE Centralized management configuration and upgrade Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Radio Package Contents 300 Series access point 9/16" and 15/16" Ceiling Rail Adapters Dell Networking 300 Series Access Points Installation Guide (printed version) Dell Networking 300 Series Access Points Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information Guide Dell Networking W-Series Instant Quick Start Guide (W-IAP304 and W-IAP305 only) Dell Networking W-Series Instant Access Point Professional Installation Guide Supplement (W-IAP304 only) . 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. Software The W-AP304 and W-AP305 access points require AOS 6.5.1 or higher. For additional information, refer to the AOS User Guide and AOS Quick Start Guide. The W-IAP304 and W-IAP305 access points require Instant 4.3.1 or higher. For additional information, refer to the Instant User Guide and Instant Quick Start Guide. CAUTION: Dell access points are classified as radio transmission devices, and are subject to government regulations of the host country. The network administrator(s) is/are responsible for ensuring that configuration and operation of this equipment is in compliance with their country's regulations. For the complete list of country-approved channels and devices, refer to the Dell Networking W-Series Downloadable Regulatory Table (DRT) Release Notes at download.dell-pcw.com. Hardware Overview Figure 1 Status LEDs on AP Front (305 shown) System Status Radio Status LEDs The 300 Series access points have two LEDs that indicate the system and radio status of the device. These two LEDs can be configured via AOS (for W-AP304 and W-AP305) or Instant (for W-IAP304 and W-IAP305) software for three separate modes: Normal mode (by default): See the following LED table. Off mode: LEDs are off Blink mode: Both LEDs blink green (synchronized) Rev01 | November 2016 1