Ruijie RG-RAP73Pro Access Point Installation Guide
Ruijie RG-RAP73Pro Access Point

Preface

Intended Audience

This document is intended for:

  • Network engineers
  • Technical support and servicing engineers
  • Network administrators

Technical Support

Conventions

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The manual provides configuration information, including models, port types, and command line interfaces, for
reference purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between the manual and the actual version, the actual version shall take precedence.

Product Overview

About the RG-RAP73Pro
The RG-RAP73Pro access point (AP) is a powerful Wi-Fi 7 14000 Mbps tri-band ceiling AP designed for indoor scenarios such as offices, hotels, and schools. Featuring multiple advanced technologies, this AP can deliver high-speed, stable, and secure Wi-Fi connectivity to meet the diverse needs of users.

The RG-RAP73Pro supports the IEEE 802.3at standard PoE and 54 V DC power supply, offering flexibility to choose the most suitable power supply mode based on specific conditions. It is compatible with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be standards, and operates in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequency bands. The RGRAP73Pro delivers data rates of 688 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band, 4323 Mbps in the 5 GHz band, and 8646 Mbps in the 6 GHz band, with a maximum data rate of 13657 Mbps, meeting the requirements for high-speed wireless connectivity.

Moreover, the RG-RAP73Pro provides one 10G optical port and one 2.5G Ethernet port, bringing the high-speed wireless performance into full play. Leveraging Self-Organizing Network technology, it can cater to diverse networking needs while ensuring complete Wi-Fi coverage.

Package Contents

Table 1-1 Package Contents

Item Quantity
RG-RAP73Pro access point 1
Mounting plate 1
Mounting template 1
Latch 1
Phillips pan head screws 4
Nuts 4
User Manual 1
Warranty card 1

Note Icon Note
The package contents generally contain the preceding items. The actual delivery is subject to the order contract. Please check your goods carefully against the order contract. If you have any questions, please contact the distributor.

Product Appearance

Figure 1-1 Appearance
Appearance

Front Panel

Figure 1-2 Front Panel
Front Panel

Table 1-2 LEDs

No. Status Description
1 Solid blue The device is working properly.
Off The device is not receiving power.
Fast blinking blue The device is starting up.

Blinking blue (one blink per 2 seconds) The device is not connected to the Internet.
Blinking blue twice Possible cases:
  • The device is resetting.
  • The device is recovering.

Warning Icon Caution
Do not power off the device when the LED is in this state.

Solid blue (one long blink and three short blinks)   Other faults have occurred.

Rear Panel

Figure 1-3 Rear Panel
Product Overview

Table 1-3 Ports, Buttons, and Label on the Rear Panel

No. Item Description
1 DC power connector Supplies power to the AP, with a power supply specification of DC 54 V
2 Reset button Press and hold for less than 2 seconds: Restart the device.
Press and hold for more than 5 seconds: Restore the device to factory settings.
3 SFP+ port 1G/10G BASE-X SFP+ optical port (SFP+ optical transceiver module is optional)
4 LAN/2.5G/PoE port 100/1000/2500 BASE-T port with auto-negotiation, supporting PoE input
5 Label The label is at the bottom of the device.

Technical Specifications

Table 1-4 Specifications

 Radio Design 2.4 GHz: dual-stream5 GHz and 6 GHz: tri-stream
 Wi-Fi Standards IEEE 802.11be, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11ac Wave 1 and Wave 2, and IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Operating Frequency Bands IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax/be: 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHzIEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be: 5.150 GHz to 5.350 GHz, 5.470 GHz to 5.725 GHz, 5.725 GHz to 5.850 GHzIEEE 802.11ax/be: 5.925 GHz to 7.125 GHz
Antenna Type Planar inverted-F antenna (PIFA) (2.4 GHz: 3.6 dBi; 5 GHz: 5.9 dBi; 6 GHz: 5.2 dBi)
Spatial Streams 2.4 GHz: two spatial streams, 2×2 MIMO5 GHz: three spatial streams, 3×3 MIMO6 GHz: three spatial streams, 3×3 MIMO
Max. Wi-Fi Speed 2.4 GHz: 688 Mbps5  GHz: 4323 Mbps6  GHz: 8646 Mbps Combined: 13657 Mbps
Modulation OFDM: BPSK@6/9 Mbps, QPSK@12/18 Mbps, 16QAM@24 Mbps, 64QAM@48/54MbpsDSSS: DBPSK@1 Mbps, DQPSK@2 Mbps, CCK@5.5/11 Mbps MIMO-OFDM: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM, 1024QAM, 4096QAM, OFDMA
Receiver Sensitivity 11b: –90 dBm (1 Mbps), –87 dBm (5.5 Mbps), –76 dBm (11 Mbps)11a/g: –82 dBm (6 Mbps), –74 dBm (24 Mbps), –70 dBm (36 Mbps), –65 dBm (54 Mbps)11n: 20 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –64 dBm (MCS7)11n: 40 MHz: –79 dBm (MCS0), –61 dBm (MCS7)11ac: 20 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –59 dBm (MCS8)11ac: 40 MHz: –79 dBm (MCS0), –54 dBm (MCS8)11ac: 80 MHz: –76 dBm (MCS0), –51 dBm (MCS9)11ac: 160 MHz: –73 dBm (MCS0), –48 dBm (MCS9)11ax: 20 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –52 dBm (MCS11)11ax: 40 MHz: –79 dBm (MCS0), –49 dBm (MCS11)11ax: 80 MHz: –76 dBm (MCS0), –46 dBm (MCS11)11ax: 160 MHz: –73 dBm (MCS0), –43 dBm (MCS11)11be: 20 MHz: –82 dBm (MCS0), –46 dBm (MCS13)11be: 40 MHz: –79 dBm (MCS0), –43 dBm (MCS13)11be: 80 MHz: –76 dBm (MCS0), –40 dBm (MCS13)11be: 160 MHz: –73 dBm (MCS0), –37 dBm (MCS13)11be: 320 MHz: –70 dBm (MCS0), –34 dBm (MCS13)
Max. Transmit Power Frequency bands and maximum Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP):
Note Icon Note
Country specific restrictions apply.
  • European Union & United Kingdom & Hong Kong:
    • 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz, EIRP ≤ 20 dBm
    • 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz, EIRP ≤ 23 dBm
    • 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
    • 5945 MHz to 6425 MHz, EIRP ≤ 23 dBm
  • United States:
    • 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz, max output power ≤ 30 dBm & EIRP ≤ 36 dBm
    • 5150 MHz to 5250 MHz, max output power ≤ 30 dBm & EIRP ≤ 36 dBm
    • 5250 MHz to 5350 MHz, max output power ≤ 24 dBm & EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
    • 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, max output power ≤ 24 dBm & EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
    • 5725 MHz to 5850 MHz, max output power ≤ 30 dBm & EIRP ≤ 36 dBm
    • 5925 MHz to 7125 MHz, EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
  • Thailand:
    • 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz, EIRP ≤ 20 dBm
    • 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz, EIRP ≤ 23 dBm
    • 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz, EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
    • 5725 MHz to 5825 MHz, EIRP ≤ 30 dBm
      5945 MHz to 6425 MHz, EIRP ≤ 23 dBm
Power Step 1 dBm
Dimensions (W X D X H) 220 mm x 220 mm x 45 mm (8.66 in. x 8.66 in. x 1.77 in.) (excluding the mounting plate)
Weight ≤ 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs.)
Service Ports 1 x 100/1000/2500BAST-T port with auto-negotiation, supporting PoE input 1 x 1G/10GBASE-X SFP+ port (SFP+ optical transceiver module is optional)
Note Icon Note
The RG-RAP73Pro does not transmit optical signals. An optical transceiver module must be installed on the access point to convert optical signals into electrical signals.
Management Port N/A
Status LED 1 x system status LED (blue)
Power Supply Options
  • Local power supply through a DC power adapter with a current of 54 V and 0.55 A or higher
  • IEEE 802.3at-compliant PoE
Max. Power Consumption < 30 W
Temperature Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature: –40°C to +70°C (–40°F to +158°F)
Humidity Operating humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Certification CE, RoHS, FCC, ISED, cTUVus
MTBF > 400000 hours

Power Supply Technical Specifications

The RG-RAP73Pro can be powered by the DC power supply or PoE.

  • When a DC power adapter is used for power supply, the power adapter with a voltage of 54 V and a current of 0.55 A or higher provided by Ruijie needs to be used, which needs to be purchased separately from Ruijie.
  • When the AP is powered by PoE, the Ethernet cable must be connected to the LAN/2.5G/PoE port of the AP, and the other end of the Ethernet cable must be connected to the PoE-capable switch port or a PoE power sourcing equipment. Ensure that the power sourcing equipment supports IEEE 802.3at.

Cooling
The RG-RAP73Pro adopts a fanless design.

Warning Icon Caution
Ensure that there is sufficient space around the AP for heat dissipation.

Preparing for Installation

Safety Precautions

Note Icon Note

  • To avoid personal injury and device damage, review the safety guidelines in this chapter before you begin the installation.
  • The following safety precautions may not include all the potentially hazardous situations.

Safety Precautions

  • Do not expose the AP to high temperature, dusts, or harmful gases. Do not install the AP in an inflammable or explosive environment. Keep the AP away from Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) sources such as large radar stations, radio stations, and substations. Do not subject the AP to unstable voltage, vibration, and noises.
  • The installation site should be dry. You are not advised to install the AP in a place near the sea. Keep the device at least 500 meters (1,640.41 ft.) away from the ocean and do not face it towards the sea breeze.
  • The installation site should be free from water flooding, seepage, dripping, or condensation. The installation site should be selected according to communication network planning and technical requirements for communication equipment, and considerations such as climate, hydrology, geology, earthquake, electrical power, and transportation.

Warning Icon Caution
Follow the installation instructions in the user manual to correctly install or remove the AP

Handling Safety

  • After the AP is installed, avoid handling it frequently.
  • Turn off all power supplies and unplug all power cables before you handle the AP.

Electrical Safety

Note Icon Warning

  • Improper or incorrect electric operations may cause a fire, electric shock, and other accidents, and lead to severe and fatal personal injury and device damage.
  • Direct or indirect contact through wet objects with high voltage or mains power supply may be fatal.
  • Always observe the local regulations and standards. Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to operate the AP.
  • Check potential risks in the work area, such as wet floor.
  • Find out the position of the indoor emergency power switch before installation. Cut off the power supply in case of accidents.
  • Make sure that the AP is powered off when you cut off the power supply.
  • Do not place the AP in a wet position, and keep it away from liquid.
  • Keep the AP far away from grounding or lightning protection devices for power equipment.
  • Keep the AP away from radio stations, radar stations, high-frequency and high-current devices, microwave ovens, and other high-power wireless devices.

Laser Safety
The RG-RAP73Pro supports optical transceiver modules. It is a Class I laser product.

Precautions:

  • When an optical transceiver is working, ensure that its port is connected to an optical cable or covered by a dust cap to keep out dust and prevent it from burning your eyes.
  • Do not stare at any optical port.

Note Icon Warning
Do not approach or look into any optical port under any circumstances. This may cause permanent damage to your eyes.

Installation Site Requirements
The RG-RAP73Pro must be used indoors. For normal operation and prolonged service life of the access point, the installation site must meet the following requirements.

Bearing
Ensure that the installation site is firm enough to support the weight of the RG-RAP73Pro and its accessories.

Space

  • The AP should be installed in an open environment if possible. If the AP is to be installed in an enclosed environment, ensure that a good ventilation and heat dissipation system is available.
  • Ensure that the installation site has sufficient space for heat dissipation.

Ventilation
The RG-RAP73Pro adopts natural cooling. When installing the AP, ensure that there is sufficient space in front, back, left, and right of the AP for heat dissipation.

Temperature and Humidity
To ensure that the RG-RAP73Pro works properly and has a long service life, maintain a proper temperature and humidity in the working environment. Improper room temperature and humidity can cause damage to the AP.

  • High relative humidity may affect insulation materials, resulting in poor insulation and even electrical leakage.
    Sometimes it may lead to changes in the mechanical properties of materials and corrosion of metal parts.
  • Low relative humidity can dry and shrink insulation sheets and cause static electricity that can damage the circuitry.
  • High temperatures greatly reduce device reliability and shorten service life.

Cleanliness

Dust poses a major threat to the device. The indoor dust can cause electrostatic adhesion when falling on the device, causing poor contact of the metallic joint. Such electrostatic adhesion occurs more easily when the indoor relative humidity is low, not only affecting the service life of the device, but also causing communication failure easily. The following table lists the requirements on the dust content and diameter in the equipment room.

Table 2-1 Dust and Particles

Particle Size Unit Content
≥ 0.5 μm Particles/m3 ≤ 1.4 x 107
≥ 1 μm Particles/m3 ≤ 7 x 105
≥ 3 μm Particles/m3 ≤ 2.4 x 105
≥ 5 μm Particles/m3 ≤ 1.3 x 105

Apart from dust, the salt, acid, and sulfide in the air of the equipment room must meet strict requirement. These
harmful substances will accelerate metal corrosion and component aging. The equipment room should be protected from harmful gases (such as sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, ammonia, and chlorine). The following table lists the limits of harmful gases in the equipment room.

Table 2-2 Hazardous Gases

Gas Average (mg/m3) Maximum (mg/m3)
Sulfur dioxide (SO2) 0.2 1.5
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) 0.006 0.03
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) 0.04 0.15
Ammonia gas (NH3) 0.05 0.15
Chlorine gas (CI2) 0.01 0.3

Note Icon Note
The average value is measured over one week. The maximum value is the upper limit of the harmful gas measured in one week for up to 30 minutes every day.

EMI

  • Keep the AP as far away from the grounding equipment of the power device and the lightning prevention equipment as possible.
  • Keep the device away from radio stations, radar stations, high-frequency and high-current devices, microwave ovens, and other high-power wireless devices.

Tools

Table 2-3 Tools

Common Tools Phillips screwdriver, cables, fastening bolts, diagonal plier, cable ties
Special Tools ESD gloves, wire stripper, crimping plier, RJ45 crimping plier, wire cutter, and waterproof adhesive tape
Meters Multimeter and bit error rate tester (BERT)

Note Icon Note
A tool kit is not supplied. You need to prepare the tools by yourself

Installing the AP

The RG-RAP73Pro must be installed indoors, and used in a fixed place.

Warning Icon Caution
Before installing the AP, make sure that you have carefully read the requirements described in Chapter 2.

Before You Begin

Before installing the RG-RAP73Pro, carefully plan and arrange the installation location, networking mode, power supply, and cabling. Confirm the following requirements before installation:

  • The installation site should provide sufficient space for heat dissipation.
  • The installation site meets the temperature and humidity requirements of the AP.
  • The power supply and required current are available in the installation site.
  • The selected power supply modules meet the system power requirements.
  • The installation site meets the cabling requirements of the AP.
  • The installation site meets the site requirements of the AP.
  • The customized AP meets the client-specific requirements.

Safety Precautions During Installation

To ensure the normal operation and prolonged service life of the AP, observe the following safety precautions:

  • Do not power on the AP during installation.
  • Place the AP in a well-ventilated environment.
  • Do not expose the AP to high temperature.
  • Keep the AP away from high-voltage power cables.
  • Install the AP indoors.
  • Do not expose the AP to a thunderstorm or strong electric field.
  • Keep the AP clean and dust-free.
  • Cut off the power supply before cleaning the AP.
  • Do not wipe the AP with a damp cloth.
  • Do not wash the AP with liquid.
  • Do not open the enclosure when the AP is working.
  • Secure the AP properly

Installing the AP

Note Icon Note

  • In an indoor environment, a ceiling-mounted AP offer broader antenna radiation coverage compared to a wall-mounted one. Hence, ceiling mounting is the preferred option.
  • The schematic diagram provided is for reference purposes only. The actual product should be installed based on its physical specifications and design.
  1. Drill holes on the ceiling or wall using the mounting template.
    Installing AP
  2. Use four Phillips head screws to secure the mounting plate to the ceiling or wall.
    Installing AP
    Warning Icon Caution
    The plane deviation of the wall in a specific area should be within 2 mm, and the recommended torque for installation is 4 kgf.cm. In case of uneven installation site, please mount the AP on a protruding wall.
  3. Connect cables according to the actual networking. The following describes how to connect cables on the AP side.
    • Ethernet cable: Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN/2.5G/PoE port on the back of the AP.
    • Optical cable: Connect one end of the optical cable to the SFP+ port on the back of the AP.
    • DC power cord: When DC power supply is used, connect one end of the power cord to the DC 54 V connector on the back of the AP.
      Warning Icon Caution
    • Avoid a small bend radius at the connector.
    • It is not recommended to use Ethernet cables with a protective sheath as it can hinder the assembly of Ethernet cables.
    • When using an optical cable for data transmission, insert and remove the optical cable gently. If you pull the optical cable too hard, the fiber core may be displaced, affecting the optical communication quality.
      Do not bend or coil the optical cable excessively, as this will increase the attenuation of light during transmission.
      Installing AP
  4. Align the slots on the back of the AP with the square feet on the mounting plate, and slide the AP into the mounting plate slowly to ensure that the AP is securely fixed.
    Installing AP

Warning Icon Caution

  • Before securing the AP to the mounting plate, connect the cables first.
  • The slots on the back of the AP must be aligned with and slid into the square feet on the mounting plate. Do not press the slots into the square feet by force.
  • After installation, check whether the AP is secured.

Removing the AP

  1. Insert the latch into the reserved slot.
    Removing AP
  2. Slide down the AP as indicated by the arrow.
    Removing AP

Bundling Cables

Warning Icon Caution

  • Bundle the cable in a visually pleasing way.
  • Make sure that the fibers at the connectors have natural bends or bends of large radius.
  • Do not bundle the cables too tightly, as this may reduce the cable service life and transmission performance.

The steps of cable bundling are as follows:

  1. Bundle the drooping part of the cables and place the bundle as near the ports as possible.
  2. Route the cables under the AP and run them in straight line.

Checklist After Installation

  • Checking the AP
    • Verify that the external power supply meets the requirement of the AP.
    • Verify that the AP is securely fastened.
  • Checking the Cable Connection
    • Verify that the cable type matches the port type.
    • Verify that the cables are properly bundled.
  • Checking the Power Supply
    • Verify that the power cord is properly connected and meets safety requirements.
    • Verify that the AP works properly when powered by the power supply.

Debugging

Setting Up the Configuration Environment

After powering on the AP through a DC power adapter or a PoE power source equipment, ensure that the power cord is properly connected and meets safety requirements.

Powering on the AP

Checklist Before Power-On

  • The power cord is properly connected.
  • The input voltage meets the requirement.

Checklist After Power-on

  • Verify the LED status.
  • After the AP is powered on, check whether the SSID (@Ruijie-mXXXX for multiple devices or @Ruijie sXXXX for a single device) can be searched by a mobile phone or other wireless devices.

Logging in to the Web GUI

  1. Power on the PC and configure the local connection attribute on the PC. Set the IP address of the PC to 10.44.77.XXX (1 to 255, excluding 254).
    Logging Web GUI
  2. Open a browser on the PC and enter 10.44.77.254 to log in to the web interface. The default password is “admin” for the first login. For security purposes, change the default password after login.

Monitoring and Maintenance

Monitoring
When the RG-RAP73Pro is operating, you can monitor the device running status by observing the LED.

Maintenance
If the hardware is faulty, please contact the local distributor.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Flowchart
Flowchart

Common Faults

The Status LED Is Off After the AP Is Powered On

  • If the AP is powered by PoE, verify that the PSE is 802.3at-compliant and the Ethernet cable is connected properly.
  • If the AP is powered by a DC adapter, verify that the adapter has mains input and works properly and the adapter supports 54 V DC output.

After an Ethernet Cable or Optical Cable is Connected, the Ethernet Interface or Optical Port Cannot Be Used

Verify that the device at the other end of the Ethernet cable is working properly. Then, verify that the cable is capable of providing the required data rate and is properly connected.

A Client Cannot Discover the AP

  1. Verify that the AP is properly powered.
  2. Verify that the Ethernet port is correctly connected.
  3. Verify that the AP is correctly configured.
  4. Move the client device closer to the AP.

Appendix

Connectors and Media

1G/10G BASE-X SFP+ port
For the optical ports, select single-mode or multimode optical cables for connections according to the optical module connected. Figure 7-1 shows the connection schematic diagram.

Figure 7-1 Optical Cable Connections
Optical Cable Connections

2500 BASE-T/1000 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX

The 2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX port is a 100/1000/2500 Mbps port that supports auto MDI/MDIX Crossover.

Compliant with the IEEE 802.3bz standard, 2500BASE-T requires a Category 6 (Cat 6) or Category 5e (Cat 5e) 100-ohm UTP or STP (recommended) cable with a maximum distance of 100 meters (328 feet). When PoE power supply is used at the same time, a CAT6 STP cable is recommended, and both the port and cable should be properly shielded.

Compliant with the IEEE 802.3ab standard, 1000BASE-T port requires a Cat 6 or Cat 5e 100-ohm UTP or STP (recommended) cable with a maximum distance of 100 meters (328 feet). When PoE power supply is used at the same time, a CAT6 STP cable is recommended, and both the port and cable should be properly shielded.

The 2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T port requires four pairs of wires to be connected for data transmission. Figure 7-2 shows the four pairs of wires for the 2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T port.

Figure 7-2 2500BASE-T/1000BASE-T Twisted Pair Connections

Straight-Through Crossover
Twisted Pair Connections Twisted Pair Connections

The 100BASE-TX port can be connected using 100-ohm Category 5 (Cat 5) cables with a maximum distance of 100 meters (328 ft.). Table 7-1 shows 100BASE-TX pin assignments.

Table 7-1 100BASE-TX Pin Assignments

Pin Socket Plug
1 Input Receive Data+ Output Transmit Data+
2 Input Receive Data- Output Transmit Data-
3 Output Transmit Data+ Input Receive Data+
6 Output Transmit Data- Input Receive Data-
4, 5, 7, 8 Not Used Not Used

Figure 7-3 show feasible connections of the straight-through and crossover twisted pairs for a 100BASE-TX port.

Figure 7-3 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Connection

Straight-Through Crossover
Straight-Through Crossover

Cabling Recommendations

During installation, route cable bundles upward or downward along the sides of the rack depending on the actual situation in the equipment room. All cable connectors used for transit should be placed at the bottom of the cabinet rather than be exposed outside of the cabinet. Power cords are routed beside the cabinet, and top cabling or bottom cabling is adopted according to the actual situation in the equipment room, such as the positions of the DC power distribution box, AC socket, or lightning protection box.

Requirements for Cable Bend Radius

  • The bend radius of a fixed power cord, network cable, or flat cable should be over five times greater than
    their respective diameters. The bend radius of these cables that are often bent or plugged should be over seven times greater than their respective diameters.
  • The bend radius of a fixed common coaxial cable should be over seven times greater than its diameter. The bend radius of the common coaxial cable that is often bent or plugged should be over 10 times greater than its diameter.
  • The bend radius of a fixed high-speed cable (such as an SFP+ cable) should be over five times greater than its diameter. The bend radius of the fixed high-speed cable that is often bent or plugged should be over 10 times greater than its diameter.

Precautions for Bundling up Cables

  • Before cables are bundled, mark labels and stick the labels to cables wherever appropriate.
  • Cables should be neatly and properly bundled in the rack without twisting or bending, as shown in Figure 7- 4.

Figure 7-4 Bundling up Cables (1)
Bundling Up Cables

Cables of different types (such as power cords, signal cables, and grounding cables) should be separated in cabling and bundling. Mixed bundling is disallowed. When they are close to each other, you are advised to adopt crossover cabling. In the case of parallel cabling, maintain a minimum distance of 30 mm (1.18 in.) between power cords and signal cables.

  • The cable management brackets and cabling troughs inside and outside the cabinet should be smooth without sharp corners.
  • The metal hole traversed by cables should have a smooth and fully rounding surface or an insulated lining.
  • Use cable ties to bundle up cables properly. Do not connect two or more cable ties to bundle up cables.
  • After bundling up cables with cable ties, cut off the remaining part. The cut should be smooth and trim, without sharp corners, as shown in Figure 7-5.

Figure 7-5 Bundling up Cables (2)
Bundling Up Cables

  • When cables need to be bent, you should first bundle them up, as shown in Figure 7-6. However, the buckle cannot be bundled within the bend area. Otherwise, considerable stress may be generated in cables, breaking cable cores.

Figure 7-6 Bundling up Cables (3)
Bundling Up Cables

Cables not to be assembled or remaining parts of cables should be folded and placed in a proper position of the rack or cable trough. The proper position refers to a position that does not affect device running or damage the device or cable.

  • 220 V and –48 V power cords must not be bundled on the guide rails of moving parts.
  • The power cords connecting moving parts such as grounding cables should be reserved with some access after being assembled to avoid suffering tension or stress. After the moving part is installed, the remaining cable part should not touch heat sources, sharp corners, or sharp edges. If heat sources cannot be avoided, high-temperature cables should be used.
  • When screw threads are used to fasten cable terminals, the anchor or screw must be tightly fastened, as shown in Figure 7-7.

Figure 7-7 Cable Fastening
Cable Fastening

  1. Flat Washer
  2. Nut
  3. Spring Washer
  4. Flat Washer
  • Hard power cords should be fastened in the terminal connection area to prevent stress on terminal connection and cable.
  • Do not use self-tapping screws to fasten terminals.
  • Power cords of the same type and in the same cabling direction should be bundled up into cable bunches, with cables in cable bunches clean and straight.
  • Binding by using buckles should be performed according to Table 7-2.

Table 7-2 Cable Bunch

Cable Bunch Diameter Distance between Every Binding Point
10 mm (0.39 in.) 80 mm to 150 mm (3.15 in. to 5.91 in.)
10 mm to 30 mm (0.39 in. to 1.18 in.) 150 mm to 200 mm (5.91 in. to 7.87 in.)
30 mm (1.18 in.) 200 mm to 300 mm (7.87 in. to 11.81 in.)
  • No knot is allowed in cabling or bundling.
  • For wiring terminal blocks (such as air switches) of the cord end terminal type, the metal part of the cord end terminal should not be exposed outside the terminal block when assembled.

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Ruijie RG-RAP73Pro Access Point [pdf] Installation Guide
RG-RAP73Pro, Reyee WiFi 7 BE14000, RG-RAP73Pro Access Point, RG-RAP73Pro, Access Point

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