This installation guide for the ExtremeWireless™ AP4020FX indoor access point (October 2025) provides detailed technical procedures and configuration parameters for deploying a quad-radio Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) access point managed via ExtremeCloud™ IQ. The AP4020FX supports concurrent operation across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands, with six RP-SMA connectors for external dual-band and IoT antenna configurations. It includes specifications for power delivery via 802.3af/at/bt PoE and 12V DC input, with detailed power profiles per radio mode and USB load. The document outlines physical installation methods for various ceiling grid types (15/16", 9/16", Silhouette, Interlude), wall surfaces, junction boxes, and structural beams, using specific mounting brackets and torque requirements. It defines onboarding workflows using DHCP, DNS, and NTP prerequisites, and supports pre-provisioning and mobile onboarding via QR code scanning. Security features include WPA3, PPSK, L2–L7 DPI firewall, BLE-based location analytics, and physical tamper prevention via Kensington lock. Additional content includes antenna radiation patterns, LED state diagnostics for CAPWAP and controller modes, environmental tolerances, regulatory compliance by region, and supported accessory part numbers. The guide is intended for network engineers and IT professionals responsible for enterprise WLAN infrastructure deployment.
