Installation Workflow

Access points are added to your network after the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) prerequisites are configured. To save time, use pre-provision mode to configure the AP before installation. You can revert the AP to production mode when you are ready for deployment.

Note

Confirm that DNS, Network Time Protocol (NTP), and the firewall ports are configured and available before deployment. Create a firewall rule to allow outbound traffic from Extreme Networks devices. For more information about firewalls, see Firewall Configuration Guides.

You should configure the DHCP options on your DHCP server to assign an allowed NTP server to Extreme Networks devices. Both DNS and NTP are critical for country and region detection and certificate validation. For more information about DNS and NTP, see ExtremeCloud IQ Controller Deployment Guide for Cloud deployment and Extreme Campus Controller Deployment Guide for Campus or on-premises deployment.

Warning

Do not stack APs on top of each other during onboarding or configuration. This may cause heat to build up between the APs, damaging the radomes and voiding the warranty.

Important

Before you install your AP, read the deployment and onboarding information in ExtremeCloud IQ Controller Deployment Guide for on-premises deployments or the Extreme Platform ONE Networking User Guide for a Cloud deployment.

Use the information in the following table to help you install your access point.

Table 1. Installation Work flow
Steps	Action	Purpose
1	Verify the box contents.	Confirm that your AP and accessories arrived complete and undamaged.
2	Install the access point to one of the following: Wall Standard ceiling Nonstandard ceiling or wall Silhouette ceiling Interlude ceiling 15/16-inch T-bar Junction Box Beam	Install the AP on a ceiling or wall, and connect the network cable. If you use Power over Ethernet (PoE), then the AP powers up. The AP begins a discovery process to determine its own IP address and the IP address of the controller. When the discovery process is successful, the AP registers with the controller. For more information, see the following articles: Access points failing the Wireless Controller discovery process How to Onboard, Switch, and Troubleshoot the Universal AP modes between IQE (ExtremeCloud IQ Engine) and WiNG modes?
3	(Optional) Connect to a power supply.	Connect to an external 12-volt DC power supply if you are not using Power over Ethernet (PoE). Note: Your Extreme AP must be grounded so it can be used safely. Consider this requirement when you plan your deployment.
4	(Optional) Lock the access point.	Secure the AP with the Kensington security lock and prevent someone from removing it.
5	(Optional) Onboard the AP with the ExtremeCloud IQ Mobile Onboarding application.	Scan the QR code or bar code on the back of the device and begin the onboarding process.
6	Confirm that the LED is white.	A white LED indicates that your AP has powered up and registered with the Cloud. An amber light indicates a technical issue that requires a resolution. See the Led Descriptions section in the "Overview" chapter for an explanation of the LED states.