Extending the Network Over Air

The Extend over-the-air configuration is currently supported only on Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 access points (APs).

Setting up Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 Wireless Access Points

The wireless provisioning for Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 access points is automated and is made simple for easy installation and use. Follow these steps to setup Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 wireless APs in the network.

1. Connect at least one Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 AP to a local wired switch or a router and ensure that the initial setup is complete.

2. Place a wireless Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 AP in a remote location and power up the AP.

3. Ensure the wireless AP is in its factory-reset state.

4. Power up the wireless AP using the DC power adapter provided in the installation kit. The AP must not be connected to a switch or router in the local network.

5. Follow the instructions in the Extending your Network to add the Aruba OfficeConnect Wi-Fi Portal wireless AP to the network.

6. The wireless AP should show up in the list of devices detected along with its signal strength—Good (), Fair (), or Poor (). Select the AP you want to add and click Accept.

7. You can either add a name for the newly added AP, or add another device to the cluster, or click Finish. The wireless AP is now successfully added to the Inventory list.

Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 Wireless Access Point Placement Guidelines

The following guidelines should be considered when installing additional Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs in the wireless network:

Interfering sources or obstacles—Check for interfering sources or obstacles and follow the instructions to properly install the APs on a ceiling or a wall.

Line of sight—If you can clearly see the wired Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 AP from where you stand, it is likely that the AP will offer a strong signal and good coverage.

No line of sight—When line of sight is not possible, the Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs should be placed in a close range to each other. The number of obstacles and type of materials heavily influence and attenuate the RF signal. In this scenario, a minimum distance of 16 feet (5 meters) and a maximum distance of 60 feet (18.25 meters) is recommended between the APs.

Wireless APs are placed on different floors—If you place the Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs on different floors, try to align them along a vertical line.

NOTE: These are general guidelines and you may need to experiment with the placement of your Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs before settling down on a permanent location. For a more detailed assistance with installing the Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs, refer to OfficeConnect OC30 Access Point Installation Guide.

LED Patterns on a Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 Wireless Access Point

The following table describes the LED behavior of the Aruba OfficeConnect OC30 APs when configured as a wireless AP and the corresponding conditions causing the LED patterns.

Table 1: LED Patterns on a Wireless Access Point

LED Pattern	Conditions
LED1—Blinking Green LED2—Off	Device is booting.
LED1—Solid Green LED2—Off	Device is ready to create a wireless network.
LED1—Blinking Green LED2—Blinking Amber	Device is discovered through the Aruba OfficeConnect Wi-Fi Portal mobile app.
LED1—Solid Green LED2—Solid Green	Device is added to the Inventory list.
LED1—Blinking Green LED2—Blinking Green	Device is attempting to reconnect.