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RUCKUS WIRELESS ZONEFLEX USER MANUAL
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Zoneflex 7372 Access Point
Zoneflex 7962 Access Point
R500 Access Point
Step 1: Preconfigure the Access Point
Table of Contents
limitation of liability
Table of Contents
About This Guide
Safety Warnings
Document Conventions
Related Documentation
Documentation Feedback
Overview of the ZoneFlex Access Point
Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point
Package Contents
Getting to Know the Access Point Features
ZoneFlex 7025 Wired/Wireless Wall Switch
ZoneFlex 7055 Dual Band Wired/Wireless Wall Switch
ZoneFlex 7321 Access Point
rear panel
ZoneFlex 7441 DAS Access Point
Rear Panel Features
R300 Access Point
R500 Access Point
R500 front panel LEDs
Rear Panel view
R600 Access Point
R700 Access Point
Before You Begin
Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools
Perform a Site Survey
Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation
Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector
Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster
prepare the administrative computer
configure the wireless settings
Step 2: Verify Access Point Operation
Connect the Access Point to the Network
Associate a Wireless Client with the Access Point
Check the LEDs
Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only)
Disconnect the Access Point from the Network
Step 3: Deploy the Access Point
Choose a Location for the Access Point
Connect the Access Point to a Power Source and the Network
Troubleshooting Installation
ZoneFlex 7055 Physical Installation
Mounting the ZoneFlex 7025 to an outlet box
Using the 110 Punch down Block
Distributed Antenna System Deployment
Antenna Gain and Cable Loss
Mounting Instructions
din rail mounting
grounding the access point
Logging Into the ZoneFlex Web Interface
To log into the Web interface
Navigating the Web Interface
If You Are Using a Dual Band ZoneFlex Access Point
Configuring Device Settings
Configuring Internet Settings
VLAN Settings Overview
Configuring NTP Server and Management VLAN
Default IP Addressing Behavior
Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address
Configuring L2TP Connection Settings
Configuring Local Subnets
Configuring Wireless Settings
Configuring Common Wireless Settings
Configuring Common Advanced Settings
Configuring Wireless # Settings
using wep
using wpa
setting threshold options
rate limiting
controlling access to the wireless network
Configuring Ethernet Ports
Setting Ethernet Port Type
Working with Port-Based VLANs
Working with 802.1X on Wired Ethernet Ports
Configuring Hotspot Service
Customizing Hotspot Optional Settings
Creating a Hotspot Walled Garden
Allowing Unrestricted Access by MAC Address
Viewing Current Device Settings
Viewing Current Internet Connection Settings
Viewing Current Local Subnet Settings
Viewing Common Wireless Settings
Viewing Associated Wireless Clients
Changing the Administrative Login Settings
Enabling Other Management Access Options
Viewing FlexMaster Management Status
Pointing the AP to FlexMaster
Working with Event Logs and Syslog Servers
Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server
Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support
Saving a Copy of the Current Log to Your Computer
Upgrading the Firmware
Upgrading Manually via FTP or TFTP
Upgrading Manually via the Web
Upgrading Manually via Local File
Scheduling Automatic Upgrades
Rebooting the Access Point
Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults
Running Diagnostics
Where to Find More Information
ZoneFlex TM
Indoor Access Point
Release 9.8.1 User Guide
For the following indoor ZoneFlex AP models:

- 7025 802.11n Wired/Wireless Wi-Fi Wall Switch
- 7055 Dual Band 802.11n Wired/Wireless Wi-Fi Wall Switch
- 7321 2.4/5GHz 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point
- 7341 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point
- 7363 Dual Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point
- 7441 802.11n DAS Access Point
- R300 Dual Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point
- R500 Dual Band 802.11ac Smart Wi-Fi Access Point
Part Number 800-70601-001 Rev C

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ZoneFlex Indoor Access Point 9.8.1 User Guide, 800-70601-001 Rev C 2

Contents
About This Guide

Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Documentation Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1 Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point

Overview of the ZoneFlex Access Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Getting to Know the Access Point Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
ZoneFlex 7025 Wired/Wireless Wall Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ZoneFlex 7055 Dual Band Wired/Wireless Wall Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ZoneFlex 7321 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ZoneFlex 7441 DAS Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
R300 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
R500 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
R600 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
R700 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
2 Installing the Access Point

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Perform a Site Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Step 1: Preconfigure the Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Step 2: Verify Access Point Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Connect the Access Point to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Associate a Wireless Client with the Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Check the LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Disconnect the Access Point from the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Step 3: Deploy the Access Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
1. Choose a Location for the Access Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
2. Connect the Access Point to a Power Source and the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Troubleshooting Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
ZoneFlex 7055 Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
ZoneFlex 7025 Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Mounting the ZoneFlex 7025 to an outlet box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Using the 110 Punch down Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
ZoneFlex 7441 Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Distributed Antenna System Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Antenna Gain and Cable Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Mounting Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
3 Navigating the Web Interface

Logging Into the ZoneFlex Web Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
To log into the Web interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Navigating the Web Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
If You Are Using a Dual Band ZoneFlex Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
4 Configuring the Access Point

Configuring Device Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Configuring Internet Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
VLAN Settings Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Configuring NTP Server and Management VLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Default IP Addressing Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Configuring L2TP Connection Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Configuring Local Subnets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Configuring Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Configuring Common Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Configuring Common Advanced Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Configuring Wireless # Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Configuring Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Setting Ethernet Port Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Working with Port-Based VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Working with 802.1X on Wired Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Configuring Hotspot Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Customizing Hotspot Optional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Creating a Hotspot Walled Garden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Allowing Unrestricted Access by MAC Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
5 Managing the Access Point

Viewing Current Device Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Viewing Current Internet Connection Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Viewing Current Local Subnet Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Viewing Common Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Viewing Associated Wireless Clients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Changing the Administrative Login Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Enabling Other Management Access Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Viewing FlexMaster Management Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Pointing the AP to FlexMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Working with Event Logs and Syslog Servers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Saving a Copy of the Current Log to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Upgrading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Upgrading Manually via FTP or TFTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Upgrading Manually via the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Upgrading Manually via Local File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Scheduling Automatic Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Rebooting the Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Running Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Where to Find More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Index

About This Guide
NOTE The AP may send a query to Ruckus containing the AP’s serial number. The
purpose is to enable your AP to autonomously connect with a wireless LAN
controller (vSCG) operated by your choice of cloud service provider. Ruckus may
transmit back to the AP the Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) or IP address of
the controller that the AP will subsequently attempt to join.
You also understand and agree that this information may be transferred and stored
outside of your country of residence where data protection standards may be
different.
This ZoneFlex Indoor Access Point 9.8.1 User Guide describes how to install,
configure, and manage the Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex Indoor Access Point (AP).
This guide is written for those responsible for installing and managing network
equipment. Consequently, it assumes that the reader has basic working knowledge
of local area networking, wireless networking, and wireless devices.
SNMP is enabled by default on all ZoneFlex standalone Access Points. For infor-
mation on how to disable SNMP management and other network management
options, refer to the Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex Access Point User Guides, available
from the Ruckus Wireless Support website.
NOTE If release notes are shipped with your product and the information there
differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in the release notes.
Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable
Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at
https://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents.

About This Guide
Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings
WARNING! Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its
power source.
WARNING! Installation of this equipment must comply with local and national
electrical codes.
WARNING! This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit

(overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than:
20A.
WARNING! Do not operate your wireless device near unshielded blasting caps or
in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially
qualified for such use.
WARNING! In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits,
antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the
body of all persons.
CAUTION! The fasteners you use to mount an access point on a ceiling must be
capable of maintaining a minimum pullout force of 20 lbs (9 kg) and must use all 4
indented holes on the mounting bracket.
CAUTION! This product and all interconnected equipment must be installed

indoors within the same building, including the associated LAN connections as
defined by Environment A of the IEEE 802.af Standard.

About This Guide
The following two tables list the text and notice conventions that are used throughout
this guide.
Table 1. Text conventions

Convention Description Example
monospace Represents information as it [Device name]>
appears on screen
monospace bold Represents information that [Device name]> set
you enter ipaddr 10.0.0.12
default font bold Keyboard keys, software On the Start menu, click All
buttons, and field names Programs.
italics Screen or page names Click Advanced Settings.
The Advanced Settings page
appears.
Table 2. Notice conventions

Notice Type Description
NOTE Information that describes important features or instructions
CAUTION! Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or potential
damage to an application, system, or device
WARNING! Information that alerts you to potential personal injury

About This Guide
In addition to this Reference Guide, each ZoneFlex access point documentation set
includes the following:
• Quick Start Guide: Provides essential installation and configuration information
to help you get the AP up and running within minutes.
• Release Notes: Provide information about the current software release, including
new features, enhancements, and known issues.
• The Ruckus Wireless AP and bridge guides are available for download on the
Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at
http://support.ruckuswireless.com.
NOTE If you are managing your ZoneFlex Access Points using ZoneDirector, refer
to the ZoneDirector User Guide (available from the Ruckus Wireless website).
Documentation Feedback
Ruckus Wireless is interested in improving its documentation and welcomes your
comments and suggestions. You can email your comments to Ruckus Wireless at:
[email protected]
When contacting us, please include the following information:
• Document title
• Document part number (on the cover page)
• Page number (if appropriate)
For example:
• ZoneFlex Indoor Access Point 9.8.1 User Guide
• Part number: 800-70601-001 Revision C
• Page 12
Please note that we can only respond to comments and questions about Ruckus
Wireless product documentation at this email address. Questions related to tech-
nical support or sales should be directed in the first instance to your network supplier.

Introducing the ZoneFlex Access
Point 1
In this chapter:
• Overview of the ZoneFlex Access Point
• Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point
• Getting to Know the Access Point Features

Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point

Congratulations on your purchase of the Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex Access Point!
ZoneFlex Access Points are the industry’s most easy to use, yet robust and feature-
rich Wi-Fi Access Points designed to bring power and simplicity together for large-
scale indoor deployments.
Your ZoneFlex Access Point uses BeamFlex™, a patented antenna technology from
Ruckus Wireless that allows wireless signals to navigate around interference, extend
wireless signal range, and increase speeds and capacity for wireless networks. The
BeamFlex antenna system consists of an array of high-gain directional antenna
elements that allow ZoneFlex Access Points to find quality signal paths in a changing
environment, and sustain the baseline performance required for supporting data,
audio and video applications.
Your ZoneFlex Access Point can be deployed in standalone mode or as part of the
ZoneFlex Smart WLAN system, in which it can be managed by either FlexMaster or
ZoneDirector WLAN controller.
NOTE For more information on the ZoneFlex system (including FlexMaster and
ZoneDirector), BeamFlex, and other Ruckus Wireless technologies, visit
www.ruckuswireless.com.


1 Open the Access Point package, and then carefully remove the contents.
2 Return all packing materials to the shipping box, and put the box away in a dry
location.
3 Verify that all items listed in Package Contents below are included in the package.
Check each item for damage. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your
authorized Ruckus Wireless sales representative.
Package Contents
A complete Access Point package contains all of the items listed below:
• ZoneFlex Access Point
• Software License Agreement/Product Warranty Statement
• Quick Setup Guide
• (Ethernet cables, power adapters and mounting kits are optional accessories
that may or may not be included depending on the SKU purchased)


This section identifies the physical features of each ZoneFlex Access Point model
that is discussed in this guide. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus
Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features.
• ZoneFlex 7025 Wired/Wireless Wall Switch
• ZoneFlex 7055 Dual Band Wired/Wireless Wall Switch
• ZoneFlex 7321 Access Point
• ZoneFlex 7441 DAS Access Point
• R300 Access Point
NOTE This User Guide does not include information on ZoneFlex Outdoor Access
Points or the ZoneFlex 7731 Wireless Bridge. For information on those ZoneFlex
models (along with Ruckus Wireless SmartCell Gateway, FlexMaster and MediaFlex
product lines), refer to their respective documentation available from
support.ruckuswireless.com.

ZoneFlex 7025 Wired/Wireless Wall Switch

NOTE The ZoneFlex 7025 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.1
and later, SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 1.1 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway
(vSCG) 2.5 and later to operate.
The ZoneFlex 7025 is designed for installation in an electrical junction box. This
section identifies the physical features of each ZoneFlex 7025 Wi-Fi Wall Switch
model that is discussed in this guide. Before you begin the installation process,
Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features.
• ZF7025-US
• ZF7025-EU Model
ZF7025-US
This section describes the physical features of the ZF7025-US model, which is
designed to fit in a standard US-style wall electrical outlet box. The outlet box must
conform to NEMA-WD6, with a minimum depth of 1.4 inches.
Front View Features

The front view of ZF7025-US, shown in Figure 1, features a LAN port door which
covers the four Ethernet Ports, a pass through port and a DC in socket on the right
side. Refer to Table 3 for more information.

Figure 1. ZF7025-US front view
3 4
Table 3. ZF7025-US front view

Number Name Description
1 Pass Through port Pass through port.
2 Power Input Optional 48V DC power input.
3 LAN1-LAN3 Three 10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet Ports.
4 LAN4 One 10/100 RJ-45 LAN port with PoE out. Supports
802.3af PSE Class 0/2 (depending on power input).
5 Reset Buttons (left Refer to “Reset Buttons” on page 20 for details.
side)

Rear Panel Features

Figure 2 shows the rear panel of the ZF7025-US model. For a description of each
rear panel element, refer to Table 4.
Figure 2. ZF7025-US rear panel
4
2
Table 4. ZF7025-US rear panel features

1 PoE In LAN 5/Uplink Uplink LAN port that supports 802.3af and 802.3at
Power over Ethernet (PoE) input.
2 Punch down Block 110 punchdown block.
3 Pass Through Port RJ-45 pass through port for the pass through
connection.
4 LEDs See Table 7 for LED descriptions and behaviors.

ZF7025-EU Model
This section describes the physical features of the ZF7025-EU model, which is
designed to fit in a standard EU-style wall electrical outlet box. The outlet box must
conform to BS 4662, with a minimum depth of 35mm.
Front View Features

Figure 3 shows the front view of the ZF7025-EU model. For a description of each
front view element, refer to Table 5.
Figure 3. ZF7025-EU front view
3 4
Table 5. ZF7025-EU front view


Table 5. ZF7025-EU front view (Continued)

5 Reset Buttons (left Refer to “Reset Buttons” on page 20 for details.
side)
Rear View Features

Figure 4 shows the rear panel of the ZF7025-EU model. For a description of each
rear panel element, refer to Table 6.
Figure 4. ZF7025-EU rear panel
4 2
Table 6. ZF7025-EU rear panel features

1 PoE In LAN 5/Uplink Uplink LAN port that supports 802.3af and 802.3at
3 Pass Through Port Uplink RJ-45 pass through port for the pass through
connection.

Table 6. ZF7025-EU rear panel features (Continued)

LEDs
The LEDs for both the US and EU models are the same. Refer to Table 7 for
descriptions of LEDs and their behaviors. The LEDs are not visible once the AP is
installed.
Table 7. ZF7025 LEDs

LED Meaning
WLAN Green: WLAN service is available.
Off: No WLAN service available.
OPT Not used in this model.
DIR Green: AP is being managed by ZoneDirector.
Off: AP is not being managed by ZoneDirector.
Power Green: On.
Red: Bootup in process.
Off: Off.
LAN5/Uplink Green: Link up.
Flashing green: Activity.
Off: Link down.
LAN1 - LAN4 Green: Link up.
Off: Link down.

Reset Buttons
Two reset buttons on the left side of the AP are used to reboot or factory reset the AP.
Figure 5. Reset buttons
Press and release the Soft Reset button to reboot the AP. Press and hold the Hard
Reset button for three seconds or more to reset the AP to factory defaults.

ZoneFlex 7055 Dual Band Wired/Wireless Wall Switch

The ZoneFlex 7055 is designed for installation in an electrical junction box. This
section identifies the physical features the ZoneFlex 7055. Before you begin the
installation process, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with
these features.
Front View Features

The front view of the ZoneFlex 7055 features four Ethernet Ports, a pass through
port and a DC in socket on the bottom front panel. Refer to Table 8 for more
information.
Figure 6. ZF7055 front view
5 1
3 4
Table 8. ZF7055 front view features


Table 8. ZF7055 front view features

5 Reset buttons Refer to “Reset Buttons” on page 24 for details.
Rear Panel Features

Figure 7 shows the rear panel of the ZoneFlex 7055. For a description of each rear
panel element, refer to Table 9.
Figure 7. ZF7055 rear panel
2
1
Table 9. ZF 7055 rear panel features

1 PoE In LAN/Uplink Uplink LAN port that supports 802.3af and 802.3at
3 Pass Through Port RJ-45 pass through port for the pass through
connection.

LEDs
Refer to Table 10 for descriptions of LEDs and their behaviors. The LEDs are not
visible once the AP is installed.
Table 10. ZF 7055 LEDs

LED Meaning
PWR Green: On
Red: Bootup in process
Off: Off
WAN Green: Link up.
Off: Link down.
5G Off: The WLAN service is down.
Amber: The WLAN is up, but no clients are associated and no
downlink MAPs are connected.
Green: The WLAN is up and at least one client is associated. No
Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The WLAN is
up and at least one downlink MAP is connected. No clients are
associated.
Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The WLAN is up,
at least one downlink MAP is connected, and at least one client is
associated.
2.4G Off: The WLAN service is down.
Amber: The WLAN is up, but no clients are associated and no
Green: The WLAN is up and at least one client is associated. No

Table 10. ZF 7055 LEDs (Continued)

LED Meaning
AIR Off: The Access Point is operating in standalone mode or operating
as a root AP (RAP) or a non-mesh AP.
Green: The AP is functioning as a Mesh AP (MAP), and the wireless
signal to its uplink AP is good.
Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The AP is
functioning as a Mesh AP (MAP), and the wireless signal to its uplink
AP is fair.
Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): Mesh
networking is enabled, but the AP is still searching for a mesh uplink.
DIR Off: The Access Point is not being managed by ZoneDirector
(standalone mode).
Green: The Access Point is being managed by ZoneDirector.
Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The Access
Point is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
communicate with ZoneDirector.
Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access Point
is being managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving
configuration settings (provisioning) or a firmware update.
LAN1 - LAN4 Green: Link up.
Off: Link down.
Reset Buttons
Two reset buttons on the left side of the AP are used to reboot or factory reset the AP.
Figure 8. Reset buttons
Press and hold the Soft Reset button for three seconds or more to reset the AP to
factory defaults. Press and release the Hard Reset button to restart the AP.

NOTE On the ZoneFlex 7055, the Hard reset button restarts the AP, while the Soft
reset button reverts the AP to factory default settings.


ZoneFlex 7321 features five LEDs on its front panel and buttons and connectors on
its rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 9 shows the top view of the ZoneFlex 7321. For a description of front panel
elements, refer to Table 11.
Figure 9. ZoneFlex 7321 front panel
Table 11. ZoneFlex 7321 front panel elements

LED Description
PWR LED • Off: Off.
• Red: Boot up in process.
• Green: On.

Table 11. ZoneFlex 7321 front panel elements (Continued)

LED Description
AIR LED • Off: The Access Point is operating in standalone mode or
operating as a root AP (RAP) or a non-mesh AP.
• Green: The AP is functioning as a Mesh AP (MAP), and the
wireless signal to its uplink AP is good.
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The AP is
functioning as a Mesh AP (MAP), and the wireless signal to its
uplink AP is fair.
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): Mesh
networking is enabled, but the AP is still searching for a mesh
uplink.
DIR LED • Off: The AP is not being managed by ZoneDirector (standalone
mode).
• Green: The AP is being managed by ZoneDirector.
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The AP is being
managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to communicate
with ZoneDirector.
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The AP is being
managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving configuration
settings (provisioning) or a firmware update.
2.4G LED (WLAN) • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Amber: The WLAN is up, but no clients are associated and no
• Green: The WLAN is up and at least one client is associated. No
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The WLAN is
associated.
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The WLAN is up,
at least one downlink MAP is connected, and at least one client
is associated.


LED Description
5G LED (WLAN) • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Amber: The WLAN is up, but no clients are associated and no
associated.
at least one downlink MAP is connected, and at least one client
is associated.
Rear Panel
Figure 10 shows the bottom view of ZoneFlex 7321. For a description of each rear
panel part, refer to Table 12.
Figure 10. ZoneFlex 7321 rear panel
1 2 3

Table 12. ZoneFlex 7321 rear panel elements

Number Item Name Description
1 10/100/1000 PoE One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
Port Ethernet, 802.3af) connection.
2 RESET Button Pressing, and then quickly releasing this internal button
reboots the AP. Pressing and holding it for six seconds
resets the AP to factory default settings.
CAUTION! Resetting the AP to factory default
settings erases all previously configured settings.
3 Power Connect the power adapter (12 VDC/1.25A) to this
socket. Power can also be supplied via the 10/100/
1000 PoE (802.3af) port.


its rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 11 shows the front panel of the ZoneFlex 7341. For a description of each
front panel part, refer to Table 13.

LED Description
• Green: On.
OPT LED Not used in this model.


LED Description
DIR LED • Off: The Access Point is not being managed by ZoneDirector
(standalone mode).
• Green: The Access Point is being managed by ZoneDirector.
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The Access Point
is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access Point is
being managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving
WLAN LED • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Amber: The WLAN service is up and no clients are associated
(standalone), or no wireless clients and no downlink MAPs are
connected (RAP).
• Green: The WLAN service is up and at least one wireless client is
associated. If Mesh is enabled, no downlink MAPs are connected.
• Fast flashing green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is
associated, and at least one Mesh downlink is connected.
• Slow flashing green: At least one Mesh downlink is connected, and
no clients are associated.
AIR LED • Off: The Access Point is operating in standalone mode or operating
• Green: The AP is functioning as a RAP or MAP and the uplink signal
is good.
functioning as a MAP and the wireless signal to its uplink AP is fair.

Rear Panel
1 3
2 4

1 OPT Button Not active in this model at this time.
2 HARD RESET Pressing, and then quickly releasing this internal button
Button reboots the AP. Pressing and holding it for six seconds
1000 PoE (802.3af) port.


ZoneFlex 7343 features five LEDs on its front panel, and buttons and connectors
on its rear panel.
Front Panel

LED Description
• Green: On.


LED Description
(standalone mode).
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The Access Point
is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access Point is
being managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving
connected (RAP).
• Fast flashing green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is
associated, and at least one Mesh downlink is connected.
• Green: The AP is functioning as a RAP or MAP and the uplink signal
is good.

Rear Panel
1 3 4
2 5

3 10/100 Ports (2) Two RJ-45 ports for 10/100Mbps connections.
1000 PoE (802.3af) port.


its rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 15 shows the top view of the ZoneFlex 7351. For a description of each front
Figure 15. ZoneFlex 7351 top view

LED Description
• Green: On.


LED Description
(standalone mode).
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The Access
Point is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable
to communicate with ZoneDirector.
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access
Point is being managed by ZoneDirector and is currently
receiving configuration settings (provisioning) or a firmware
update.
• Green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is associated,
and signal quality is good (RSSI >= 15).
• Flashing green (two flashes every second): The WLAN service
is up but no clients are associated.
• Amber: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is
associated, but signal quality is poor (RSSI < 15).
• Green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is associated
(standalone), or at least one downlink MAP is connected (RAP),
or uplink RAP is connected (MAP), and signal quality is good
(RSSI >= 15).
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The WLAN
service is up but no clients are associated (standalone), no
downlink MAPs are connected (RAP), or no uplink RAP is
connected (MAP).
• Amber: The WLAN service is up, at least one wireless client is
associated (standalone), or at least one downlink MAP is
connected (RAP), or uplink RAP is connected (MAP), but signal
quality is poor (RSSI < 15).

Rear Panel
The rear panel of the ZoneFlex 7351 features one 10/100/1000 PoE Ethernet port,
power socket and reset button. See Table 18 for a description of each rear panel
part.

1 10/100/1000+PoE One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
1000 PoE port.
3 RST Button Pressing, and then quickly releasing this internal button


NOTE The ZoneFlex 7352 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.5.1
its rear panel.
Front Panel

LED Description
• Green: On.


LED Description
(standalone mode).
Point is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The Access Point
is being managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving
connected (RAP).
• Fast flashing green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client
is associated, and at least one Mesh downlink is connected.
• Green: The AP is functioning as a RAP or MAP and the uplink
signal is good.
uplink.

Rear Panel
Figure 17 shows the rear panel of the ZoneFlex 7352 (and ZoneFlex 7372). For a
description of each rear panel part, refer to Table 20.
Figure 17. ZoneFlex 7352/7372 rear panel
1 2 3
Table 20. ZoneFlex 7352/7372 rear panel elements

1 10/100/1000+PoE One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
2 10/100 Port One RJ-45 port for a 10/100 connection.
1000 PoE port.


NOTE ZoneFlex 7363 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.0 and
later to operate.
ZoneFlex 7363 features five LEDs on its front panel, and buttons and connectors
on its rear panel.
Front Panel

LED Description
• Amber: Boot up in process.
• Green: On.


LED Description
mode).
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The AP is
being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
managed by ZoneDirector and is currently receiving
• Green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is associated,
and signal quality is good (RSSI >= 15).
• Green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is associated
(standalone), or at least one downlink MAP is connected (RAP),
or uplink RAP is connected (MAP), and signal quality is good
(RSSI >= 15).
service is up but no clients are associated (standalone), no
downlink MAPs are connected (RAP), or no uplink RAP is
connected (MAP).
associated (standalone), or at least one downlink MAP is
connected (RAP), or uplink RAP is connected (MAP), but signal
quality is poor (RSSI < 15).

Rear Panel
1 3 4
2 5

3 10/100 Ports (2) Two RJ-45 ports for 10/100Mbps connections.
1000 PoE (802.3af) port.


NOTE The ZoneFlex 7372 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.5.1
its rear panel.
Front Panel

LED Description
Power LED • Off: Off.
• Green: On.


LED Description
mode).
with ZoneDirector.
• Green: The AP is functioning as a Mesh AP (MAP), and the wireless
uplink AP is fair.
uplink.
2.4GHz LED • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Green: The WLAN is up and at least one client is associated.
• Amber: The WLAN is up. No clients are associated.
5GHz LED • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Amber: The WLAN is up, but no clients or downlink MAPs are
associated/connected.
associated.
associated.

Rear Panel
The rear panel of the ZoneFlex 7372 is the same as the ZoneFlex 7352. See Figure
17.

ZoneFlex 7441 DAS Access Point

and later, SmartCell Gateway (SCG)2.5 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway
ZoneFlex 7441 features five LEDs, power, network and DAS coaxial connectors on
its front panel.
Front Panel
Figure 21 shows the front view of the ZoneFlex 7441. For a description of each front

LED Description
Ground post Attach the ground wire using the included terminal ring and hex
nuts.
Power socket DC power socket.
Reset button Resets the AP to factory default settings if held for more than 5
seconds.
10/100/1000 PoE One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 802.3af PoE (Power over
Ethernet port Ethernet) connection.
• Green: On.


LED Description
(standalone mode).
Point is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is currently
unable to communicate with ZoneDirector.
update.
2.4G LED • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Green: The WLAN service is up and at least one client is
associated with it.
• Flashing green: The WLAN service is up and no clients are
associated.
5G LED • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Green: The WLAN service is up and at least one client is
associated.
• Flashing green: The WLAN service is up and no clients are
associated.
AIR LED • Not used at this time.
Cable antenna • Type N female coaxial cable connector for in-building DAS
connector wireless systems.


The side panel of ZoneFlex 7962 features four LED indicators that can be used to
assess both device and network status. The rear view displays the connector panel,
which includes the LAN ports and power adapter connector. Refer to the following
illustrations and tables to learn more.
Side Panel Features

The ZoneFlex 7962 chassis includes a Kensington lock (on the side of the unit
opposite the OPT and DIR LEDs) and a lockable “sliding door” (shown in Figure 22)
that hides and protects the rear connector I/O panel and status LEDs. As your AP
may be placed in a public location, the lock and door mechanisms can help prevent
tampering or theft. Figure 22 illustrates the side panel features of the ZoneFlex 7962.
For a description of each side panel part, refer to Table 25.
Figure 22. ZoneFlex 7962 side panel
6
7
1 4
2 3

Table 25. ZoneFlex 7962 side panel elements

Number LED/Button Name Description
1 OPT LED Not used in this model.
2 DIR LED • Off: The Access Point is not being managed by
ZoneDirector (standalone mode).
• Green: The Access Point is being managed by
ZoneDirector.
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds):
The Access Point is being managed by
ZoneDirector, but is currently unable to
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The
Access Point is being managed by ZoneDirector and
is currently receiving configuration settings
(provisioning) or a firmware update.
3 2.4G LED (WLAN) • Off: The WLAN service is down.
• Green: The WLAN service is up, at least one client is
associated, and signal quality is good (RSSI >= 15).
• Flashing green (two flashes every second): The
WLAN service is up but no clients are associated.
• Amber: The WLAN service is up, at least one client
is associated, but signal quality is poor (RSSI < 15).

Table 25. ZoneFlex 7962 side panel elements (Continued)

Number LED/Button Name Description
4 5G LED (WLAN) • Off: The WLAN service is down.
associated (standalone), or at least one downlink
MAP is connected (RAP), or uplink RAP is connected
(MAP), and signal quality is good (RSSI >= 15).
• Fast flashing green (two flashes every second): The
WLAN service is up but no clients are associated
(standalone), no downlink MAPs are connected
(RAP), or no uplink RAP is connected (MAP).
• Amber: The WLAN service is up, at least one wireless
client is associated (standalone), or at least one
downlink MAP is connected (RAP), or uplink RAP is
connected (MAP), but signal quality is poor (RSSI <
15).
5 HARD RESET Pushing and quickly releasing this internal button
Button reboots the AP. Pushing and holding it for six seconds
CAUTION! Resetting the AP to factory default settings
erases all previously configured settings.
6 Sliding Door Protects the ports, buttons, and connector on the rear
panel.
7 Kensington Lock The Kensington lock feature, located on the opposite
side of the unit from the pictured LEDs, is designed to
prevent the sliding door from opening, thus locking the
unit. The Kensington lock works with a Kensington
MicroSaver lock.
8 Power LED (front) • Off: Off.
• Amber: Boot up in process.
• Green: On.

Rear Panel Features

Figure 23. ZoneFlex 7962 rear panel features
1 2 3 4

1 Power Connect the power adapter to this socket. (Input 110-
240V AC, Output 12V 1.0A DC). Power can also be
supplied via the 10/100/1000 PoE port.
2 Lock Hasp The lock hasp works with a cable or Ruckus Wireless
mounts. The recommended lock type is Masterlock
120 series (D, T, Q, KAD types).
3 LAN Ports Two RJ-45 ports, one for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power
over Ethernet) connection and another for a 10/100/
1000Mbps connection.
Each Ethernet port has two LEDs. Refer to Table 27
for LED descriptions.

Table 26. ZoneFlex 7962 rear panel elements (Continued)

4 OPTIONAL Button Not active in this model at this time.
5 SOFT RESET Use to reset AP. This is a normal reset and does not
Button set AP back to factory defaults.
Table 27. Behavior of Ethernet port LEDs on ZoneFlex 7962

LEDs Description
Off Not connected
Amber + Green Connected to 10Mbps device
Amber Connected to 100Mbps device
Green Connected to 1000Mbps device


The ZoneFlex 7982 features five LEDs on its front panel and buttons and connectors
on its rear panel.
Front Panel

LED Description
• Green: On.


LED Description
mode).
with ZoneDirector.
uplink AP is fair.
uplink.
associated.
associated.

Rear Panel
1 2 3 4

1 ETHERNET + One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
PoE Port Ethernet, 802.3af/at) connection (Note).
2 ETHERNET Port One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 connection.
3 12V 1.5A Power Connect the power adapter (12 VDC/1.25A) to this socket.
Socket Power can also be supplied via the ETHERNET + PoE port.
erases all settings that you configured previously.
Note: Class 4 device. Some PoE+ switches reserve 30W for Class 4 device by default.

Table 30. Behavior of Ethernet port LEDs on ZoneFlex 7982

LEDs Description
Off Not connected
WARNING! For units with Power over Ethernet (PoE). These products and all
interconnected equipment must be installed indoors within the same building,
including the associated LAN connections, as defined by Environment A of the IEEE
802.3af Standard.

R300 Access Point

NOTE The R300 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.7 and later,
SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 2.5 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG) 2.5
and later to operate.
The R300 features five LEDs on its front panel and buttons and connectors on its
rear panel.
NOTE The R300 is an entry level 802.11n dual band Access Point that does not
support the Smart Mesh or Spectrum Analysis features, and supports a maximum
of 250 unencrypted clients.
Front Panel
Figure 26 shows the top view of the R300. For a description of each front panel
part, refer to Table 31.
Figure 26. R300 top view
Table 31. R300 front panel elements

LED Description
• Green: On.

Table 31. R300 front panel elements (Continued)

LED Description
(standalone mode).
• Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The
Access Point is being managed by ZoneDirector, but is
currently unable to communicate with ZoneDirector.
update.
service is up but no clients are associated.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the R300 features one 10/100/1000 PoE Ethernet port, power
socket and reset button. See Table 32 for a description of each rear panel part.

Figure 27. R300 rear panel
1 2 3
Table 32. R300 rear panel elements

1 10/100/ One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
1000+PoE Port Ethernet, 802.3af) connection.
erases all previously configured settings.
socket. Power can also be supplied via the 10/100/1000
PoE port.

R500 Access Point

The R500 is a high-performance 2x2:2 802.11ac dual band Access Point.
NOTE The R500 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.8.1 and later,
SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 2.5.1 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG) 3.0
rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 28 shows the top view of the R500. For a description of the front panel LEDs,
refer to Table 33.

Table 33. R500 front panel LEDs

LED Description
PWR • Off: Off.
• Green: On.
DIR • Off: The AP is not being managed by ZoneDirector (standalone
mode).
with ZoneDirector.
AIR • Off: The Access Point is operating in standalone mode or operating
uplink AP is fair.
uplink.
Note: The mesh (RAP and MAP) functions are available on the
R500 in a future release.
2.4G • Off: The WLAN service is down.

Table 33. R500 front panel LEDs (Continued)

LED Description
5G • Off: The WLAN service is down.
associated.
associated.

Rear Panel
The rear panel of the R500 features one 10/100/1000 PoE Ethernet port, 10/100/
1000 Ethernet port, power socket and reset button. See Table 34 for a description
of each rear panel part.
1 2 3 4
Table 34. Rear panel element descriptions

No. Label Description
1 RESET Pressing, and then quickly releasing this button reboots the AP.
Button Pressing and holding it for six seconds resets the AP to factory
default settings.
CAUTION! Resetting the AP to factory default settings erases all
settings that you configured previously.
2 PoE Port One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over Ethernet,
802.3af/at) connection. (The R500 is a Class 3 device.)
3 Ethernet One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 connection.
Port
4 12VDC Connect the power adapter (12 VDC/1.25A) to this socket. Power
can also be supplied via the 10/100/1000 PoE port.

Table 35. Behavior of Ethernet port LEDs on the R500

LEDs Description
Off Not connected
WARNING! For units using Power over Ethernet (PoE). These products and all
802.3af Standard.

R600 Access Point

The R600 is a high-performance 3x3 802.11ac dual band Access Point.
NOTE The R600 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.8.1 and later,
SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 2.5.1 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG) 3.0
rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 28 shows the top view of the R600. For a description of the front panel LEDs,
refer to Table 33.

Table 36. R600 front panel LEDs

LED Description
PWR • Off: Off.
• Green: On.
DIR • Off: The AP is not being managed by ZoneDirector (standalone
mode).
with ZoneDirector.
AIR • Off: The Access Point is operating in standalone mode or operating
uplink AP is fair.
uplink.
2.4G • Off: The WLAN service is down.

Table 36. R600 front panel LEDs (Continued)

LED Description
5G • Off: The WLAN service is down.
associated.
associated.

Rear Panel
1 2 3 4
Table 37. R600 rear panel element descriptions

1 RESET Pressing, and then quickly releasing this button reboots the AP.
Button Pressing and holding it for six seconds resets the AP to factory
default settings.
CAUTION! Resetting the AP to factory default settings erases all
settings that you configured previously.
2 PoE Port One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over Ethernet,
802.3af/at) connection. (The R600 is a Class 3 device.)
3 Ethernet One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 connection.
Port

Table 37. R600 rear panel element descriptions (Continued)

4 12VDC Connect the power adapter (12 VDC/1.25A) to this socket. Power
can also be supplied via the 10/100/1000 PoE port.
Table 38. Behavior of Ethernet port LEDs on the R500

LEDs Description
Off Not connected
802.3af Standard.

R700 Access Point

The R700 is a high-performance 802.11ac dual band Access Point.
NOTE The R700 requires a minimum of ZoneFlex firmware version 9.8 and later,
SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 2.1 and later, or virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG) 2.5
rear panel.
Front Panel
Figure 32 shows the top view of the R700. For a description of each front panel
part, refer to Table 39.
Table 39. R700 front panel elements

LED Description
• Green: On.


LED Description
mode).
with ZoneDirector.
AIR LED • Off: The Access Point is operating as a Standalone or Root AP
(RAP), or as a non-mesh AP.
uplink AP is fair.
uplink.


LED Description
associated.
associated.
Rear Panel
1 3
2 4

Table 40. R700 rear panel elements

1 ETHERNET + One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 PoE (Power over
PoE Port Ethernet, 802.3af/at) connection. (The R700 is a Class 3
device.)
2 ETHERNET One RJ-45 port for a 10/100/1000 connection.
Port
3 12V 1.5A Power Connect the power adapter (12 VDC/1.25A) to this socket.
Socket Power can also be supplied via the ETHERNET + PoE port.
erases all settings that you configured previously.
Table 41. Behavior of Ethernet port LEDs on R700

LEDs Description
Off Not connected
802.3af Standard.

Installing the Access Point
2
In this chapter:
• Before You Begin
• Step 1: Preconfigure the Access Point
• Step 2: Verify Access Point Operation
• Step 3: Deploy the Access Point
• Troubleshooting Installation
• ZoneFlex 7055 Physical Installation

Before You Begin
Before You Begin

Before starting with the installation, make sure that you have the required items for
the installation ready. In addition, verify that the wireless stations on the network
have the required components for wireless communication with the Access Point.
This section describes the pre-installation tasks that you need to perform:
• Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools
• Perform a Site Survey
• Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation
Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools

You must supply the following tools and equipment:
• A notebook computer running Windows (2000/XP/Vista/7) or Mac OS X with an
Internet browser and one wireless 802.11a/b/g/n network card and one Ethernet
card installed
• A modem (DSL or cable), router, or other device provided by your Internet Service
Provider, that brings Internet access to your site
• (Optional) A network switch or a DSL/Internet gateway device.
NOTE If the AP is deployed with ZoneDirector, follow the instructions in the

ZoneDirector Quick Setup Guide and connect the AP to your Ethernet network.
Perform a Site Survey

Before installing the Access Point, perform a site survey to determine the optimal
Access Point placement for maximum range, coverage, and network performance.
When performing a site survey, consider the following factors:
• Data rates: Range is generally inversely proportional to data rates. The maximum
radio range is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. Higher data rates are
generally achieved at closer distances.
• Antenna type and placement: Proper antenna configuration is a critical factor in
maximizing radio range. As a general rule, radio range is increased by mounting
the antennas higher off of the ground.
• Physical environment: Clear or open areas provide better radio range than closed
or filled areas. The less cluttered the operating environment, the greater the
wireless range.

Before You Begin
• Obstructions, building materials, and sources of interference: Physical obstruc-

tions, such as concrete pillars, steel beams and filing cabinets can block or hinder
wireless communication. Avoid installing the Access Point in a location where
there is an obstruction between sending and receiving devices. A number of
machines and electronic devices that emit radio waves – cranes, wireless
phones, microwave ovens, satellite dishes – interfere with and block wireless
signals. Building materials used in construction also influence radio signal
penetration. For example, drywall construction permits greater range than
concrete blocks.
For more Access Point placement guidelines, refer to Determine the Optimal
Mounting Location and Orientation.
Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and

Orientation
The location and orientation that you choose for the Access Point play a critical role
in the performance of your wireless network. In general, Ruckus Wireless recom-
mends installing the Access Point away from obstructions and sources of interfer-
ence and ensuring that the top of the Access Point is pointing in the general direction
of its wireless clients.
The recommended orientation differs slightly depending on the Access Point model.
Refer to the following sections according to your particular model:
• ZoneFlex 7962 Orientation
• ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341 and 7321
Orientation

Before You Begin
ZoneFlex 7962 Orientation

The dome-shaped ZoneFlex 7962 AP has a wider horizontal plane coverage area
(when mounted on the ceiling or desktop) compared to other ZoneFlex APs.
Figure 34. Recommended orientation for maximum horizontal plane coverage
Limited
Reach
Excellent Excellent
Reach Reach
Good
Reach

Before You Begin
Figure 35. Recommended orientation for maximum vertical plane coverage
Excellent
Reach
Good Limited
Reach Reach
Excellent
Reach
Figure 36. Recommended orientation for maximum mesh coverage

Limited Limited
Reach Reach
Excellent Excellent Excellent

Reach Reach Reach
Good Good
Reach Reach

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ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341

and 7321 Orientation
ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341 and 7321 have a more
rounded coverage area and less horizontal range (when mounted horizontally)
compared to the dome-shaped ZoneFlex 7962 AP.
Figure 37. ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341 and 7321
recommended ceiling mounting orientation
Limited Limited
Reach Reach
Excellent
Reach
Excellent Excellent
Reach Reach

Before You Begin
When wall mounted, ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341
and 7321 should be staggered to maximize coverage.
Figure 38. ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341 and 7321
recommended wall mounting orientation
Excellent
Reach
Limited
Reach
Excellent
Reach
Excellent
Reach

Before You Begin
Figure 39. ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7372, 7352, 7351, 7363, 7343, 7341 and 7321 wall
mounting in a corridor (top view)
Excellent
Limited Reach
Reach
Excellent
Reach
Limited
Reach
Excellent
Reach
Excellent
Limited Reach
Reach


The procedure for completing the Access Point’s essential configuration depends
on whether you want it to be managed by either ZoneDirector or FlexMaster or to
operate as a standalone Access Point. Refer to the section that is relevant to your
deployment:
• Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector
• Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster
Configuring for Management by ZoneDirector

If ZoneDirector is installed on the network, follow the instructions in the ZoneDirector
User Guide and connect the AP to your network.
NOTE The Access Point must have some way of obtaining an IP address (IPv4
DHCP or IPv6 Auto Configuration).
CAUTION! If you configure an AP for management by ZoneDirector and later

decide that you want it to be a standalone AP, you need to factory reset the AP.
Configuring for Standalone Operation or for

Management by FlexMaster
This section describes the steps you need to complete to set up the AP in standalone
mode or to be managed by a Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster server, if you have one
installed on the network. Continue with the following:
• What You Will Need
• 1. Prepare the Administrative Computer
• 2. Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer
• 3. Log Into the Access Point’s Web Interface
• 4. Configure the Wireless Settings
• 5. Disconnect the Access Point from the Administrative Computer
• 6. Restore the Administrative Computer’s Network Settings (Optional)
What You Will Need

Before starting with the configuration task, make sure that you have the following
requirements ready:

• An administrative computer (notebook computer) with an Ethernet port and a

wireless card installed.
• A Web browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox 2.0 (or later) or Microsoft
Internet Explorer 6.0 (or later) installed on the administrative computer
• One Cat5e foil screened twisted pair (FTP) solid Ethernet cable
1. Prepare the Administrative Computer

NOTE The following procedure is applicable if the administrative computer is
running Windows XP or Windows 7. If you are using a different operating system,
refer to the documentation that was shipped with your operating system for
information on how to modify the computer’s IP address settings.
1 On your Windows XP or Windows 7 computer, open the Network Connections

(or Network and Dial-up Connections) control panel according to how the Start
menu is set up:
• On Windows XP, click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
• On Windows 7, click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet >
Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings.
2 When the Network Connections window appears, right-click the icon for Local
Area Connection, and then click Properties.
Make sure that you configure the Local Area Connection properties, not the Wireless
Network Connection properties.
3 When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (TCP/IPv4 in Windows 7) from the scrolling list, and
then click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box
appears.
4 Write down all of the currently active network settings. You will need this
information later when you restore your computer to its current network
configuration.
5 Click Use the following IP address, and then configure the IP address settings
with the values listed in Table 42. For a sample configuration, refer to Figure 40.

Table 42. Configure your computer’s IP address settings

IP address 192.168.0.22 (or any address in the 192.168.0.x network—with
the exception of 192.168.0.1, which is the default IP address
assigned to the Access Point)
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
NOTE: You can leave the Default Gateway and DNS server fields blank.
6 Click OK to save your changes and close the TCP/IP Properties dialog box.
7 Click OK again to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.
Windows saves the IP address settings that you have configured.
Figure 40. Sample configuration in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box
2. Connect the Access Point to the Administrative

Computer
CAUTION! Do NOT connect the Access Point to your live network at this point. If
you connect it to a live network with an active DHCP server, the AP acquires a new
IP address from DHCP and you are unable to access it via the default IP address
(192.168.0.1).

1 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port on the Access Point,
and then connect the other end to the administrative computer’s Ethernet port.
2 Provide power to the AP using either an AC adapter or a PoE injector or switch.
3. Log Into the Access Point’s Web Interface

1 On the administrative computer, open a Web browser window.
2 In the address or location bar, type the following address:
https://192.168.0.1
3 Press <Enter> on the keyboard to connect to the Access Point’s Web interface.
A security alert message appears.
4 Click Yes or OK or Proceed Anyway (depending on the browser) to continue.
The Access Point’s login page appears.
Figure 41. The ZoneFlex Access Point login page
5 In User name, type super.

6 In Password, type sp-admin.
7 Click Login. The Web interface appears, displaying the Status > Device page.
8 Continue to “4. Configure the Wireless Settings” below.
4. Configure the Wireless Settings

To complete this step, configure the settings on the Common tab and at least one
Wireless # tab. These are the essential wireless settings that enable wireless
devices on the network to associate with the Access Point.

For your reference, the default wireless settings on the Access Point are listed in
Table 43.
Table 43. Default wireless settings

Setting Default Value
SSID (network name) Wireless 1 to Wireless 8 (2.4 GHz Radio)
Wireless 9 to Wireless 16 (5 GHz Radio - only
available on dual radio APs)
Encryption (security) Disabled on all WLANs
Default management IP address 192.168.0.1
Configure Common Wireless Settings

1 On the left menu of the Web interface, click Configuration > Wireless (Radio
2.4G or Radio 5G on dual band APs). The Configuration > Common page
appears.
NOTE For dual band APs (ZoneFlex R300, 7982, 7962, 7372, 7363 and 7055),
the two radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz) need to be configured separately on the Web
interface. To configure the common wireless settings, click Configuration > Radio
2.4G or Radio 5G. The rest of the configuration procedures are the same as for
other models.
Figure 42. The Configuration > Wireless > Common tab

2 Verify that the common wireless settings are configured as listed in Table 44.
Table 44. Common wireless configuration

Setting Recommended Value
Wireless Mode For ZoneFlex 7321, select 2.4GHz or 5GHz mode.
For other APs, the wireless mode is determined by the radio band
(Wireless 2.4G or Wireless 5G).
Channel SmartSelect.
Country Code • If you purchased the Access Point in the United States, this value
is fixed to United States at the factory and is not user
configurable.
• If you purchased the Access Point outside the United States, verify
that the value is set to your country or region. Selecting the correct
country code ensures that the Access Point uses only the radio
channels allowed in your country or region.
Note for dual band AP users: The two radios on dual band APs are
always configured with the same country code setting. If you change
the country code for Radio 1, for example, the same change is
automatically applied to Radio 2.
3 If you made any changes to the Common tab, click Update Settings.
4 Continue to “Configure Wireless # Settings” below.
Configure Wireless # Settings

1 Click one of the Wireless # tabs.

Figure 43. The Configuration > Wireless > Wireless 1 tab
2 In Wireless Availability, click Enabled.

3 In Broadcast SSID, click Enabled.
4 Clear the SSID box, and then type a unique and descriptive name that you want
to call this wireless network.
For example, you can type Ruckus Wireless AP. This SSID is the name that
helps users identify this wireless network in their wireless network connection
application.
NOTE You may also configure other wireless settings on this and other Wireless
# tabs (in addition to the settings described above), although it is not necessary for
completing the Access Point installation.
5 Click Update Settings.

You have completed configuring the basic wireless settings of the Access Point.
(Optional) Set the FlexMaster Server Address

If you have a FlexMaster server installed on the network and you intend to use
FlexMaster to manage the Access Point, you can set the FlexMaster server address
at this point. Before starting this procedure, make sure you obtain the correct
FlexMaster server URL.

NOTE In addition to setting the FlexMaster server URL manually on the Access
Point, you can also use DHCP Option 43 or DNS to point the Access Point to the
FlexMaster server. For more information, refer to the FlexMaster User Guide.
1 On the menu, click Administration > Management.

2 Scroll down the page to the TR069 / SNMP Management Choice section.
Figure 44. Type the FlexMaster server URL
3 Verify that the Auto option is selected.

4 In FlexMaster Server URL, type the URL of the FlexMaster server on the
network. You can use either http or https to connect to the URL and include
either the host name or IP address of the FlexMaster server in the URL. The
following are examples of valid FlexMaster server URLs:
http://flexmaster/intune/server
https://flexmaster/intune/server
http://192.168.20.1/intune/server
https://192.168.20.1/intune/server
5 Click Update Settings to save your changes.
You have completed setting the FlexMaster server address on the Access Point.

NOTE Instructions on how to verify that the Access Point and FlexMaster can
communicate with each other are provided in “Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster
Management Only)” on page 95.
5. Disconnect the Access Point from the Administrative

Computer
1 Disconnect the Access Point from the power source.
2 Verify that the power LED on the Access Point is off.
3 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the administrative computer’s Ethernet port.
6. Restore the Administrative Computer’s Network Settings

(Optional)
1 On your Admin computer, open the Network Connections (or Network and
Dial-up Connections) control panel according to how the Start menu is set up:
• On Windows 7, click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet >
Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings.
• On Windows XP, click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
2 When the Network Connections window appears, right-click the icon for Local
Area Connection, and then click Properties.
3 When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (TCP/IPv4 in Windows 7) from the list, and then
click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties dialog box appears.
4 Restore the computer’s network settings by typing the original IP address
settings in the TCP/IP Properties dialog box.
5 On the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click OK to close it.
6 Click OK again to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.
You are now ready to connect the Access Point to your network.


Before deploying the Access Point in your environment, Ruckus Wireless strongly
recommends that you verify that the Access Point is operating correctly. To do this,
connect the Access Point to your live network temporarily and make sure that the
network connection works and that wireless clients are able to associate with the
Access Point and connect to your network and the Internet.
NOTE The network and power connections that you make in this step are
temporary.
Continue with the following:

• Connect the Access Point to the Network
• Associate a Wireless Client with the Access Point
• Check the LEDs
• Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management Only)
• Disconnect the Access Point from the Network
Connect the Access Point to the Network

1 Connect the Ethernet cable from a LAN (RJ-45) port on the Access Point to your
network’s router or switch.
2 Reconnect the Access Point to a power source.
You have completed connecting the Access Point to your live network. Perform the
tasks described in the following sections to verify that the Access Point is operating
normally.
Associate a Wireless Client with the Access Point

1 On the administrative computer, verify that the wireless interface is enabled. On
Windows XP, click All Programs > Connect To > Wireless Network
Connection to enable the wireless interface. (Other operating systems are
similar).
2 Connect your admin computer to the wireless network:
• Windows XP: In the system tray, right-click the (Wireless Network Connec-
tion) icon, and then click View Available Wireless Networks.
• Windows 7: Left click the icon.

3 In the list of available wireless networks, click the network with the same SSID
as you configured in “Configure Wireless # Settings” on page 89. For example,
if you set the SSID to Ruckus Wireless AP, click the wireless network named
Ruckus Wireless AP.
4 Click Connect.
Your wireless client connects to the wireless network.
Check the LEDs

Perform a spot-check using the LEDs to verify that the Access Point is operating
normally. Refer to the following sections for information on how to check the LEDs
on each ZoneFlex AP model.
Single Radio APs (ZoneFlex 7352/7351/7343/7341/7321/

7025)
If the single radio Access Point is operating normally and your wireless client was
able to associate with it:
• The WLAN LED is green.
• If you do not have Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector on the network, the DIR LED
is off. This indicates that the Access Point is operating in standalone mode. If
there is a ZoneDirector device on the network, the DIR LED is green.
Dual Radio APs (ZoneFlex R300/7982/7962/7372/7363/

7055)
If the dual radio Access Point is operating normally and your wireless client was able
to associate with it:
• The 2.4G or 5G LED is green.
• If you do not have Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector on the network, the DIR LED
is off. This indicates that the Access Point is operating in standalone mode. If
there is a ZoneDirector device on the network, the DIR LED is green.

Check the TR069 Status (FlexMaster Management

Only)
If you configured the Access Point to report to a FlexMaster server on the network,
make sure you verify that it can successfully communicate with the FlexMaster
server. You can do this by checking the TR069 status on the Access Point’s Web
interface.
1 Log in to the Access Point’s Web interface.
2 Go to the Administration > Management page.
3 Scroll down to the TR069 Status section.
4 Check the value for Last successful contact. If it shows a date in green, this
indicates that the Access Point was able to successfully communicate with
FlexMaster.
Disconnect the Access Point from the Network

1 Disconnect the Access Point from the power source.
2 Disconnect the Ethernet cable that runs to the Access Point’s RJ45 port from
your network’s router or switch.
You are now ready to deploy the Access Point to its permanent mounting location.


In this step, you place the Access Point in a suitable location on the network and
connect it to a power source and to your network environment. Continue with the
following:
• 1. Choose a Location for the Access Point
• 2. Connect the Access Point to a Power Source and the Network
1. Choose a Location for the Access Point

You can install the Access Point on a flat surface (for example, on a desktop or
tabletop) or mount it on a wall or ceiling. When choosing a location for the Access
Point, ensure that the location:
• Allows easy viewing of the LEDs and access to the connectors, if necessary.
• Is centrally located to the wireless clients that are connecting to the Access Point.
A suitable location might be on top of a cabinet or similar furniture to optimize
wireless connections to clients in both horizontal and vertical directions, allowing
wider coverage.
When positioning your Access Point, ensure that:
• It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat.
• Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of
electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers.
• There are no thick walls or metal shielding between the Access Point and the
wireless stations.
• Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the unit.
• Air flow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the case is not
restricted.
Review the recommendations in “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and
Orientation” on page 78 for help in choosing a suitable location for the Access Point.

2. Connect the Access Point to a Power Source and the

Network
Once you have placed the Access Point at its installation location, you are ready to
connect it to a power source and the network.
NOTE If your ZoneFlex model supports PoE, you can also supply power to the AP
from a PoE switch or injector. For information on how to make the PoE connections,
refer to the documentation that was shipped with the PoE switch or injector.
CAUTION! If you are using PoE, you must use a Cat5e or better Ethernet cable for
the PoE connection.
1 Connect the power jack to the power connector on the rear panel of your
ZoneFlex Access Point.
2 Connect the power adapter to a power source.
3 Obtain an Ethernet cable that is long enough to connect the Access Point to
your network’s router, switch, or hub.
4 Connect one end to a LAN port on the AP, and then connect the other end to
your network’s router, switch, or hub.
5 Verify that the power LED on the Access Point is green.
Congratulations! You have completed setting up the Access Point on your network.
To learn how to configure and manage the Access Point, continue reading the next
chapters.

If the startup sequence does not work, verify that the network name (SSID) and
security settings (if you enabled them) on the AP match the settings on your wireless
device.
• Disconnect the AP from the power source, wait 5 seconds, reconnect it, and
then wait 60 seconds before attempting a reconnection.
• Disconnect and reconnect the AP and the PC.
• Replace the Ethernet cable with a new one if the relevant LAN port LED is not
illuminated. (LEDs in each port light up during a successful connection.)
If all else fails, you can reset the AP to its factory defaults (and start over).
1 Insert a straightened-out paper clip into the reset button hole.
2 Press and hold the Reset button for at least eight (6) seconds.
You can now reconnect your computer directly to the AP (as described in “2.
Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer” on page 86), and then
start over with installation, using the default network settings.


This section describes the physical installation instructions for mounting the Zone-
Flex 7055 to an electrical outlet box.
CAUTION! The AP and all interconnected equipment must be installed indoors

within the same building, including the PoE powered network connection as
described by Environment A of the 802.3af standard.
CAUTION! Ensure that you use a Cat5e or better Ethernet cable to supply PoE
power and LAN connectivity running to the outlet box where the AP will be installed.
1 Prepare the electrical outlet box.

2 The ZoneFlex 7055 can be mounted to a variety of commonly used electrical
outlet box formats, including US style outlet boxes conforming to NEMA-WD6,
and EU style outlet boxes conforming to BS 4662.
NOTE The ZoneFlex 7055 comes with a bracket for a single 1-gang electrical
outlet box. For adjacent outlet boxes, use the optional Ruckus Wireless ZF7055
adjacent wall bracket kit (part number 902-0111-000).
• Remove the outlet box cover from the outlet box, retaining the original box
cover screws.
• Align the mounting bracket with the outlet box so that the screw holes line
up (the bracket provides multiple holes for different outlet box designs), and
• pull the Ethernet cable through the center of the mounting bracket.
• Affix the mounting bracket to the outlet box using the original outlet box cover
screws. If the original outlet box screw heads extend over 2mm from the
bracket, then use the enclosed low profile mounting screws instead.
• Run the required cables through the electrical outlet box allowing sufficient
slack for the cables to reach the not yet installed ZoneFlex 7055.
3 Connect the cables.
• Connect an Ethernet cable providing PoE power and network connectivity
to the PoE In LAN / Uplink port using either a standard RJ45 connector or
the 110 punch-down block (refer to “Using the 110 Punch down Block” on
page 102).
• If PoE power is not available, the AP can be powered using an optional DC
power adapter (Ruckus part #902-0170-XX10, sold separately)

• If required, connect the cable providing support for pass-through devices to

the Pass Through port.
NOTE The status LEDs are intentionally not visible once the 7055 is mounted.
Complete any verification or troubleshooting that requires visibility of the LEDs before
mounting.
Figure 45. Attach cables before mounting to the bracket
4 Mount the AP to the bracket.

• Snap the AP onto the mounting bracket by hooking the two locking tabs on
the bottom of the bracket into the slots on the bottom of the AP. Then push
the top of the AP in toward the wall until it snaps in place.
• Use the two Torx bracket screws provided to secure the AP to the mounting
bracket using a T10 Torx screwdriver.
Figure 46. Secure the AP to the bracket using Torx screws
Torx
bracket
screws


This section describes physical installation instructions for mounting the ZoneFlex
7025 to an electrical outlet box.
CAUTION! The AP and all interconnected equipment must be installed indoors

within the same building, including the PoE powered network connection as
described by Environment A of the 802.3af standard.
CAUTION! Ensure that you use a Cat5e or better Ethernet cable to supply PoE
power and LAN connectivity running to the outlet box where the AP will be installed.

• Mounting the ZoneFlex 7025 to an outlet box
• Using the 110 Punch down Block
Mounting the ZoneFlex 7025 to an outlet box

1 Prepare the electrical outlet box.
The ZoneFlex 7025 requires a single-gang electrical outlet box mounted in a wall
cavity. The US version requires a box conforming to NEMA-WD6, with a
minimum depth of 1.4 inches. The EU version requires a box conforming to BS
4662, with a minimum depth of 35mm.
• Remove the outlet box cover from the outlet box.
• Run the required cables through the electrical outlet box allowing sufficient
slack for the cables to reach the not yet installed ZoneFlex 7025.
2 Connect the cables
• Connect an Ethernet cable providing PoE power and network connectivity
to the PoE In LAN 5 / Uplink port using either a standard RJ-45 connector
or the 110 punch-down block. Do not connect both. (Refer to “Using the
110 Punch down Block” on page 102 for punch-down block wiring details).
• If required, connect the cable providing support for pass-through devices to
the Pass Through port.
3 Mount the ZoneFlex 7025.
• Align the mounting bracket with the outlet box so that the two screw holes
line up, and pull the Ethernet cable through the center of the mounting
bracket.

• Affix the mounting bracket to the outlet box using the two mounting screws
provided.
• Snap the AP onto the mounting bracket by hooking the two locking tabs on
one side of the mounting bracket into the two cutouts in the plastic housing
on one side of the AP, then push the other side of the AP in toward the wall
until it snaps in place.
Figure 47. Hook the locking tabs into the housing cutouts
Cutouts Locking
Tabs
You have completed the physical installation.
Using the 110 Punch down Block

CAUTION! Do not connect both the Punch-down block and the Uplink port to a
network. Only one connection can be used at a time.
If you prefer to use the 110 Punch-down block connector rather than the RJ-45
connector for power and network connectivity, refer to the following diagram for
wiring details.

Figure 48. Punch-down block wiring
White/Orange
Orange
White/Green
Blue
White/Blue
Green
White/Brown
Brown


The ZoneFlex 7441 DAS AP is intended for installation in an in-building distributed
antenna system (DAS) and can be co-located with other carrier or public safety
services. The ZoneFlex 7441 can be operated in standalone mode, or controlled by
a ZoneDirector controller or FlexMaster server. Continue with the following:
• Distributed Antenna System Deployment
• Antenna Gain and Cable Loss
• Mounting Instructions
Distributed Antenna System Deployment

The ZoneFlex 7441 is designed for indoor deployments where a distributed antenna
system provides benefits in coverage at the expense of client density and network
capacity. For example, in a multi-tenant building where tenants have their own
corporate wireless networks, a DAS can be used to provide access for building
management, visitors, building automation systems, etc.
There are several benefits of implementing Wi-Fi over DAS. For example, the
coverage area can be shaped more efficiently, resulting in fewer APs required to
adequately cover a given area.
Note however, that the DAS model contains some inherent limitations, including:
• No MIMO (lower capacity)
• Limited client capacity
• Weak interference mitigation
• Poor VoWLAN quality
• No BeamFlex adaptive antenna technology
• No mesh capability
• Other 802.11 features may not work as designed over DAS
NOTE Ruckus Wireless supports all Ruckus hardware and software per the
customer's support agreement, but the Wi-Fi RF coverage and performance over
the DAS are the responsibility of the DAS vendor.

The ZoneFlex 7441 DAS AP can be installed in a variety of configurations, as

designed by the DAS vendor. For one example scenario in a multi-floor building, see
Figure 49. DAS systems typically require RF design using sophisticated RF modeling
tools in order to design effective Wi-Fi coverage on the DAS system. Detailed RF
specs may be secured on the Ruckus Support Site.
Figure 49. ZoneFlex 7441 DAS AP installation example

Antenna Gain and Cable Loss

Figure 50 provides an example of how to calculate antenna gain and cable loss.
Figure 50. ZoneFlex 7441 Cable Loss and Antenna Gain
Mounting Instructions
The ZoneFlex 7441 mounting options include desktop, wall mounting (flat), wall
mounting (horizontal), and DIN rail mounting. Continue with one of the following:
• Wall Mounting (Flat)
• Wall Mounting (Horizontal)
• DIN Rail Mounting
• Grounding the Access Point
• DIN Rail Removal
Wall Mounting (Flat)

1 Attach the wall mounting brackets to the ZoneFlex 7441 as shown in Figure 51.

Figure 51. Flat wall mount
2 Place the AP on the wall and mark the locations for screw holes.
3 Drill screw holes, place the AP onto the wall and insert screws.
Wall Mounting (Horizontal)

The ZoneFlex 7441 can be mounted to a wall horizontally as shown in Figure 52.
Figure 52. Horizontal wall mount
1 Attach the brackets to the AP as shown in Figure 52.

2 Place the AP on the wall and mark the locations for screw holes.
3 Drill screw holes, place the AP onto the wall and insert screws.

DIN Rail Mounting

Use the DIN rail clip on the rear of the AP to connect mount to a DIN rail.
1 Remove the screw on the housing back wall and use to attach the DIN rail clip
to the rear of the AP as shown in Figure 53. The clip has a tab to prevent rotation
which fits into the corresponding slot in the housing.
Figure 53. DIN rail clip
2 Mount the AP to the DIN rail as shown in Figure 54.

Figure 54. DIN rail mounting
Grounding the Access Point

1 Attach ground wire to the AP using the included terminal ring and two hex nuts
as shown in Figure 55. The terminal ring can accommodate wire sizes ranging
from 16 to 25 gauge.
Figure 55. Grounding the AP
DIN Rail Removal

A large, flat screwdriver inserted from the bottom of the product can be used to pry
the clip off the rail.

3
In this chapter:
• Logging Into the ZoneFlex Web Interface
• Navigating the Web Interface
• If You Are Using a Dual Band ZoneFlex Access Point


If you need to manage your AP, you do it with the features of the ZoneFlex Web
interface (which you already used to set up the AP for use).
If your ZoneFlex network is managed by a Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector, you can
manage APs through ZoneDirector rather than logging into each AP’s Web interface
individually.
NOTE The following procedure assumes that you know the static IP address of
the AP (now in use), or you have some means of determining the dynamic IP address
in use by the AP. The PC you use for AP administration should be on the
management VLAN, if VLANs are used in your network.
To log into the Web interface

1 On the PC, open a Web browser window.
2 In the address or location bar, type the IP address of the AP. Default IP address
for standalone ZoneFlex APs:
192.168.0.1
3 Press <Enter> to connect to the Web interface.
4 If a Windows security alert dialog box appears, click OK/Yes/Proceed Anyway
to proceed. The Ruckus Wireless AP login page appears.
5 In Username, type super.
6 In Password, type sp-admin.
7 Click Login.
The ZoneFlex Access Point Web interface appears.


You manage the Access Point through a Web browser-based interface that you
can access from any networked computer. Table 45 lists the Web interface features
that are identified in Figure 56.
Figure 56. Elements of the ZoneFlex AP Web Interface
Logout
Button
Tabs
Help Button
Menu Workspace
Table 45. ZoneFlex AP Web interface elements

Element Description
Menu Under each category (Status, Configuration, etc.) are options that, when clicked,
open the related workspace in the area to the right.
Tabs Contains additional options for the configuration page. For example, the
Configuration > Wireless page includes one tab for common wireless
configuration and eight tabs for each of the available WLANs.
Workspace This large area displays features, options and indicators relevant to your menu
bar choices.
Logout Button Click this button to log out of the AP.
Help Button Click this button to open a help window with information related specifically to
the options currently displayed in the workspace.

If You Are Using a Dual Band ZoneFlex Access Point
If You Are Using a Dual Band ZoneFlex Access

Point
If your ZoneFlex AP model is a dual band AP (e.g., R300/7982/7372/7962/7363),
note that elements on the Web interface menu are slightly different from the other
(single band) ZoneFlex AP models.
Dual band ZoneFlex APs have one 2.4GHz radio (for 802.11b/g/n clients) and one
5GHz radio (for 802.11a/n clients). The wireless settings for these two radios need
to be configured separately, which is why the dual band AP Web interface has the
Radio 2.4G and Radio 5G menu items, instead of a single Wireless menu item in
other models.
Figure 57 highlights the differences between the ZoneFlex 7962 menus.
Figure 57. Menu items are slightly different in single band APs (left) and dual band ZoneFlex
AP models (right)

Configuring the Access Point
4
In this chapter:
• Configuring Device Settings
• Configuring Internet Settings
• Configuring Local Subnets
• Configuring Wireless Settings
• Configuring Ethernet Ports
• Configuring Hotspot Service
This chapter provides instructions for configuring ZoneFlex Access Points in a
standalone configuration. If you are managing your ZoneFlex network using Zone-
Director, FlexMaster or SmartCell Gateway, refer to the relevant User Guide, available
from the Ruckus website, at
https://support.ruckuswireless.com.


Device settings refer to the device name, location, service provider login and other
settings. (Some settings only available on certain ZoneFlex models.)
1 Go to Configuration > Device. The Configuration > Device page appears.
Figure 58. The Configuration > Device page
2 In Device Name, type a new name for the device or leave as is to accept the
default device name (RuckusAP). The device name identifies the Access Point
among other devices on the network.
3 Optionally, enter Device Location and GPS Coordinates to keep track of the
physical location of the AP.
4 In Temperature Update (specific models only), enter the interval (in seconds) to
record the internal temperature of the device.
5 Under LED Control (specific models only), check the Disable Status LED(s)
box to turn off the status LEDs. This can be useful when the AP is installed in a
public location, to avoid drawing attention to the AP.
6 Under Service Provider Login, change the login information as required:
• Username: Type the name that you want to use for logging into the Web
interface. The default user name is super.
• Current Password: When you are changing the password, enter the existing
password here.

• New Password: When you are changing the password, type the new
password that you want to use. The default password is sp-admin. The
password must consist of six to 32 alphanumeric characters only.
• Confirm New Password: Retype the new password to confirm.
7 Under Login remote authentication, click the TACACS+ State box to enable
TACACS+ authentication, if required. Terminal Access Controller Access-Control
System Plus (TACACS+) is an AAA protocol used to authenticate administrator
login to this device. Users can be authenticated/authorized to monitor, operate
or configure this device. Default is disabled. Administrators can be assigned any
of the following three administration privilege levels:
• Super Admin (Perform all configuration and management tasks)
• Operator Admin (Change settings affecting single AP's only)
• Monitoring Admin (Monitoring and viewing operation status only)
8 If TACACS+ server state is enabled, then configure the TACACS+ server:
• TACACS+ server: IPv4 or IPv6 server address.
• TACACS+ port: 49 is the default, but it can be set to any available TCP port.
• TACACS+ Service: Login name.
• Share Key: TACACS+ Password.
• Confirm Share Key: TACACS+ Password.
9 Click Update Settings to save and apply your changes.


Internet settings define how the Access Point connects to your local area network
and to the Internet. This section describes how to view and configure the Access
Point’s Internet settings. Topics discussed include:
• VLAN Settings Overview
• Configuring NTP Server and Management VLAN
• Default IP Addressing Behavior
• Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address
• Configuring L2TP Connection Settings
VLAN Settings Overview

A Ruckus Wireless access point is in many ways like a network switch with the
capability to service Wi-Fi connections. As such, like many advanced switches,
Ruckus APs conform to the IEEE 802.1Q standard -- the standard that defines
virtual LANs. In an 802.1Q switch, the concept of VLANs is always present. If a
packet arrives without an 802.1Q header, it is assigned to the “native VLAN” or
“untag VLAN.”
Each of the AP’s wireless interfaces can be assigned a single VLAN. When a packet
enters the AP through its wireless interface, the packet is assigned to the Access
VLAN configured on the Configuration > Wireless page (by default, 1).
AP Ethernet ports however, can be configured to pass all VLAN traffic (Trunk Ports)
or multiple specific VLANs (General ports).
The VLAN displayed in the Web interface shows the AP’s view of the VLAN
environment; when a packet arrives at an AP’s Ethernet port, the port’s VLAN
configuration helps determine if the packet is accepted or not (VLAN membership),
and assigns a default VLAN (untagged VLAN) if the packet contains no 802.1Q
header.
In general, if your network has VLANs deployed already, you should apply VLAN
configuration to Ruckus APs so that the configuration across the network is
consistent.

Configuring NTP Server and Management VLAN

NTP Server
A Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server should be configured to ensure that the
Access Point maintains the correct time. The default Ruckus Wireless NTP Server
(ntp.ruckuswireless.com) can be used if you do not have an NTP server on your
network.
If you want the AP to contact a different NTP server, you can do so by going to
Configuration > Internet and entering the host name in NTP Server at the top of
the page.
Management VLAN
CAUTION! Changing the Management VLAN causes you to be immediately
disconnected from the Web interface if the computer you are using is not on the
same VLAN. Do not change the Management VLAN unless your admin PC is on
the same VLAN, or you are disconnected and unable to connect again without
factory resetting the AP.
If you want to place this AP’s management traffic into a management VLAN, enter
the VLAN ID in the Management VLAN field and click Update Settings.
Default IP Addressing Behavior

By default, the Access Point is configured to automatically obtain an IPv4 address
from a DHCP server on the network. If the Access Point does not detect a DHCP
server, it automatically assigns itself the static IP address 192.168.0.1 to make
it easier for you to preconfigure and deploy it on your network.
For IPv6, the Auto Configuration setting serves the same purpose as DHCP. The
default static IPv6 address is fc00::1.
Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address

There are three methods of assigning IP addresses to the Access Point:
• DHCP / Auto Configuration
• Configuring Static IP
• PPPoE

DHCP / Auto Configuration

If you leave the Access Point at its default configuration, it attempts to obtain an
IPv4 address from a DHCP server on the network.
In an IPv6 network environment, the AP attempts to obtain an IPv6 address from
an IPv6 Auto Configuration server.
Renewing and Releasing DHCP

This task should be performed only if you have access to the DHCP server or have
some way to determine what IP address has been assigned to the AP. It serves as
a troubleshooting technique when IP addresses to one or more networked devices
are unusable or in conflict with others, or when the AP loses its DHCP-assigned IP
address for some reason.
1 Go to Status > Internet.
Figure 59. Renew or Release DHCP
2 Review the current settings.

3 If the current Connection Type is DHCP, you are able to see the currently-
assigned IP address and subnet mask listed below.
• To force the AP to release its DHCP-assigned IP address, click Release
DHCP. This disconnects the user from Web interface as the system reverts
to its default IP address. Log in to the device using the default IP address
(192.168.0.1) and click on Renew DHCP to request a new lease from the
DHCP server.

• Click Renew DHCP to request a new IP address lease from the DHCP server.
Note: The IP address may or may not change depending on the lease time
offered to this device.
4 Click Update Settings to save your settings.
Configuring Static IP
Unless you are able to determine the IP address assigned to the Access Point by
the DHCP/Auto Configuration server, it can be useful for anyone needing adminis-
trative access to configure a static IP address.
1 Go to Configuration > Internet. The Configuration > Internet page appears.
Figure 60. The Configuration > Internet page
2 You can configure static addresses for IPv4, IPv6 or both. The AP maintains both
sets of IP address settings when both are configured.
Static IPv4
3 In IPv4 Connection Type, select Static IP.
4 When the Internet Connection Settings options appear, you can make changes
to the following settings:
• IPv4 Address: Enter the static IP address that you want to assign to the AP
in IPv4 (dot-decimal) format.
• IPv4 Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask for the network.
• IPv4 Gateway: Enter the gateway IP address of the Internet interface.

5 To allow the DNS mode to be determined automatically, set IPV4 DNS Mode to
Auto.
To set the DNS mode manually, set IPV4 DNS Mode to Manual. Then enter the
following:
• IPv4 Primary DNS Server: The IP address of the primary Domain Name
System (DNS) server.
• IPv4 Secondary DNS Server: The IP address of the secondary DNS server.
6 Continue with Step 7 or Step 9.
Static IPv6
7 In IPv6 Connection Type, select Static IP.
8 When the Internet Connection Settings options appear, you can make changes
to the following settings:
• IPv6 Secondary DNS Server: The IP address of the secondary DNS server.
• IPv6 Address: Enter the static IP address that you want to assign to the AP
in IPv6 (colon-separated) format.
• IPv6 Prefix Length: Enter the prefix length for the network.
• IPv6 Gateway: Enter the gateway IP address of the Internet interface.
PPPoE
Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) is a Layer 2 protocol which uses the
PPP (Point to Point) protocol to connect a client system to a server system over a
one to one network link. All traffic for a PPPoE connected client must go through
the PPPoE server to reach the client. A PPPoE server can therefore be used to
route, NAT, firewall, and perform QoS traffic shaping.
If a PPPoE server is used to distribute Internet access to subscribers, the Access
Point can be configured with a PPPoE username and password to authenticate with
the PPPoE server.
PPPoE is available only for the IPv4 connection type; PPPoE is not supported in
IPv6 environments.
1 Go to Configuration > Internet.
2 Under IPv4 Connection Type select PPPoE.

3 Enter a PPPoE Username.

4 Enter a PPPoE Password.
5 Retype the password in PPPoE Password Confirmation.
6 To allow the DNS mode to be determined automatically, set IPV4 DNS Mode to
Auto.
To set the DNS mode manually, set IPV4 DNS Mode to Manual. Then enter the
following:
• IPv4 Secondary DNS Server (optional): The IP address of the secondary DNS
server.
Configuring L2TP Connection Settings

You can implement transparent bridging with ZoneFlex through the use of L2TP
(Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) tunneling. By tunneling traffic from a ZoneFlex AP to a
centralized data center, access controllers with policy enforcement software can
apply rules and services. In a typical WLAN implementation, these rules include a
captive portal to authenticate users’ credentials.
In the case of L2TP, the ZoneFlex AP functions as a remote bridge. As such, it
forwards traffic into PPP sessions over the L2TP tunnel. This implementation
ensures that you have complete visibility into MAC addresses of users, as individual
Wi-Fi clients are essentially placed (bridged) onto the ISP’s core network.
1 Go to Configuration > Internet.

Figure 61. L2TP Connection
2 Under L2TP Connection, click Enable.

3 In L2TP Network Server IP Address, type the IP address of the L2TP network
server (LNS) to which the device connects.
4 In L2TP Network Server Password, type the L2TP server password.
5 If your network requires PPP authentication, configure the following fields under
L2TP/PPP Authentication:
• Username: Type your PPP user name.
• Password: Type the password for the account.
• L2TP Tunnel Untag VLAN ID: Enter the Untag VLAN ID for the L2TP tunnel.
6 In Close WLAN When Tunnel Fail, select Enable if you want to disable the WLAN
when the tunnel connection is lost. This prevents clients from remaining
connected to the WLAN but without Internet connectivity.


ZoneFlex Access Points can be configured to provide routing/network address
translation (NAT) functionality by using the Local Subnets feature. When a Local
Subnet is enabled, the standalone AP serves as a gateway router with the ability to
manage its own subnets, providing DHCP server and DNS cache functions for both
wired and wireless clients. These clients can be assigned private IP addresses from
a user-defined address pool. Traffic from the client station in private address space
appears on the outside as if generated by the AP itself. In this way, the AP performs
Layer 3 packet forwarding not only for Hotspot/WISPr usage, but for standard usage
as well.
Up to four IP subnets can be configured per AP, each with its own address range
which cannot conflict with one another.
1 Go to Configuration > Local Subnets. The four tabs at the top (Local Subnet
1 - 4) allow you to configure each of the four subnets independently.
Figure 62. Configuring local subnets and enabling router mode
2 Click Enabled next to Subnet. The local subnet configuration options appear.
3 In Local IP Address, enter an IP address for the gateway. The default address
for Subnet 1 is 192.168.40.1. This address can be used to access the AP’s
Web interface for configuration and monitoring from devices connected to this
subnet.

4 In Subnet Mask, typically you would want to leave the setting at its default value
(255.255.255.0) for a Class C subnet with an address pool of up to 254
addresses. An error appears if you enter an invalid IP/netmask combination.
5 In DHCP Server, click Enabled if you want to enable DHCP for this subnet.
Starting Address and Maximum DHCP Users fields appear.
6 In Starting Address, enter an address in the same subnet as the Local IP Address
(e.g., 192.168.40.2).
7 In Maximum DHCP Users, enter the maximum number of clients that can be
assigned addresses by DHCP in this subnet (valid values are 1-253 if the default
subnet mask is used).
8 In Access VLAN, enter a VLAN ID to segment client traffic arriving from this subnet
from other network traffic. (Example: if you use the default 192.168.40.1 address
range, you may want to use “40” as the VLAN for this subnet.)
9 Click Update Settings to save your changes. The local subnet is created
immediately and can now be applied to WLANs or Ethernet ports from their
respective configuration pages.


This section describes how to configure the wireless settings of the Access Point.
There are two types of wireless settings that you need to configure:
• Configuring Common Wireless Settings: Includes the wireless mode, country
code, and advanced wireless settings, such as the wireless transmit power and
wireless protection mode. These settings are applied to all WLANs.
• Configuring Wireless # Settings: The Wireless # tabs (“Wireless 1” through
“Wireless 8” on the 2.4GHz radio and “Wireless 9” through “Wireless 16” on the
5GHz radio) provide settings for customizing each WLAN individually.
Refer to the sections below for instructions on how to configure each set of wireless
settings:
• Configuring Common Wireless Settings
• Configuring Common Advanced Settings
• Configuring Wireless # Settings

Configuring Common Wireless Settings

Common wireless settings are settings that are applied to all WLANs. On single
radio APs, go to Configuration > Wireless. On dual radio APs, you configure these
settings for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios independently by going to Configuration
> Radio 2.4G or Configuration > Radio 5G.
1 Go to Configuration > Wireless. The Configuration > Wireless > Common page
appears.
NOTE If you are using a dual band ZoneFlex AP, go to Configuration > Radio
2.4G or Configuration > Radio 5G.
Figure 63. The Configuration > Wireless > Common page
2 Make changes to the common wireless settings listed in Table 46.
Table 46. Common Wireless settings

Setting Description
Radio Network (Dual radio APs only) Allows you to change the name of the
2.4GHz and 5GHz radios (default: “Radio 2.4G” and “Radio
5G”).

Table 46. Common Wireless settings (Continued)

Wireless Mode On 802.11b/g APs:
The wireless mode options include the following:
• Auto-Select: Allows both 802.11g- and 802.11b-compliant
devices to connect to the network. This is the default setting.
• 2.4GHz 54 Mbps (For faster 802.11g devices only): Allows
only 802.11g-compliant devices to join the network.
• 2.4GHz 11Mbps (For slower 802.11b devices only): Allows
only 802.11b-compliant devices to join the network.
On dual radio 802.11n APs:
On dual radio 802.11n APs, the wireless mode is determined
by radio: For the 2.4GHz radio, the mode is set to 2.4GHz
(802.11b/g/n), while for the 5GHz radio, the mode is set to 5GHz
(802.11a/n).
On ZoneFlex 7321:
ZoneFlex 7321 is a single radio 802.11n AP capable of
operating in either 2.4 or 5GHz mode. Use this setting to select
2.4GHz or 5GHz mode. Refer to “Band Selection on ZoneFlex
7321”.
Channel This option lets you select the channel used by the network. You
can choose SmartSelect, or choose one of a specific number
of channels. If you choose SmartSelect, the AP automatically
selects the best channel (encountering the least interference) to
transmit the signal.
Channel Width (11n On 802.11n Access Points, the option to choose 40MHz
APs only) channel width provides (theoretically) double the data capacity
of a 20MHz channel. However, wider channel width means
fewer channels available, and more interference with other
wireless signals.
Country Code This option (if enabled) lets you select your country or region
code.
CAUTION! Selecting the incorrect country or region may result in violation of
applicable laws. If you purchased the Access Point in the United States, you do
not need to set the country code manually. Ruckus Wireless devices that are sold
in the US are preconfigured with the correct country code and this setting is non-
configurable.


Advanced Settings Refer to “Configuring Common Advanced Settings” on
page 130.
AeroScout RFID Select Enabled to support AeroScout RFID tag detection.
To check the status of the AeroScout communication agent
(which relays location data from AeroScout Tags to the
AeroScout Engine), go to the Status > Wireless page. Refer
to Viewing Common Wireless Settings for more information.
NOTE: For other AeroScout-related configuration, refer to
the AeroScout documentation that was shipped with your
AeroScout Tag and AeroScout Engine.
NOTE: If ZoneDirector exists on the network, then you can
enable AeroScout RFID tag detection on all its managed APs
at once. Refer to the ZoneDirector online help for more
information.
Ekahau RFID Select Enabled to support Ekahau RFID tag detection, and
then enter the IP address and port number of the Ekahau Real
Time Location System Controller (ERC).
External Antenna NOTE: This option only appears if you are using the ZoneFlex
7372-E AP.
The ZoneFlex 7372-E AP provides an external antenna port
which allows you to attach an external antenna to extend the
range of your wireless network. To enable the AP to use the
external antenna, select the Enabled option in this section. This
option is disabled by default.
Band Selection on ZoneFlex 7321

The ZoneFlex 7321 is a dual band selectable (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) single radio Access
Point. This means it can operate on the 2.4 GHz band or the 5 GHz band at any
time, but not both at the same time. You can select the radio band from the
Configuration > Wireless page, as shown in Figure 64.

Figure 64. The ZoneFlex 7321 can be configured to operate in either 2.4GHz or 5GHz mode
Configuring Common Advanced Settings

Advanced wireless settings should only be changed by an experienced adminis-
trator. Incorrect settings can severely impact wireless performance. It is recom-
mended that the default settings are retained for best performance.
NOTE To fully benefit from the Access Point’s capabilities, it is advisable not to
change these values unless absolutely necessary.
1 On the Configuration > Wireless page, click Advanced Settings: Edit Common
Settings. The Configuration > Wireless > Advanced > Common page appears.
NOTE If you are using a dual band ZoneFlex AP, go to Configuration > Radio
2.4G or Configuration > Radio 5G > Edit Common Settings.

Figure 65. The Configuration > Wireless > Advanced > Common page
2 Configure the advanced settings listed in Table 47 as required.
Table 47. Advanced common wireless settings

Option Description
Transmit The default setting is Full. Select the level of transmit power from the drop-
Power down menu. This option sets the maximum transmit power level relative
to the predefined power (this value differs according to the current country
code).
Protection (Disabled by default.) If you activate protection, you control how 802.11
Mode devices know when they should communicate with another device. This
is important in a mixed environment of both 802.11b and 802.11g/11n
clients.
CAUTION! Activating this option (and configuring the settings) boosts
the interoperability of 802.11b and 802.11g/11n devices but severely
decreases performance.
• CTS-only: Choose this option to force all destination devices to
acknowledge their ability to receive data when a transmission is initiated.
Use this option for compliance with the Wi-Fi Alliance certification.
• RTS/CTS: Choose this option to force both sending and receiving
devices to confirm a data exchange on both ends before proceeding.
3 Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes.

Configuring Wireless # Settings

The Access Point provides up to eight wireless LANs per radio that can be
individually configured to provide different kinds of services for different kinds of
wireless clients, traffic types or different user groups. Each WLAN can be configured
with separate security settings, VLANs, access controls and rate limiting policies,
among other settings.
1 Go to Configuration > Wireless (or Configuration > Radio 2.4G/Radio 5G).
The Configuration > Wireless > Common page appears.
2 Click one of the eight Wireless (#) tabs. The Configuration > Wireless > Wireless
[#] page appears.
Figure 66. Wireless # settings
3 Review the WLAN options listed in Table 48, and then make changes as required.
Table 48. WLAN options

Option Description
Wireless Network This wireless network name is for management purposes only,
and is not visible to the user.
Wireless Availability This option controls whether or not the wireless network is
available to users (Enabled or Disabled).

Table 48. WLAN options (Continued)

Broadcast SSID This option controls whether or not the WLAN SSID is visible to
anyone looking for wireless networks. Disabling (hiding) the
SSID requires the user to be told the correct SSID before they
can connect to your network.
SSID This is the publicly-broadcast “name” of your wireless network.
SSIDs can contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters and are
case-sensitive. The maximum SSID length can only contain
between 2 and 32 characters, including characters from ! (char
33) to ~ (char 126).
Threshold Settings This button opens a page where you can configure the
Protection Mode you activated on the Configuration > Wireless
> Advanced > Wireless [#] page. If Protection Mode is not active,
ignore this option.
For more information, refer to “Setting Threshold Options” on
page 142.
Rate Limiting This button opens a page where you can configure upload and
download limits per station. For more information, refer to “Rate
Limiting” on page 144.
Access Control This button opens a page where you can configure access
controls for the WLAN. For more information, refer to
“Controlling Access to the Wireless Network” on page 145.
Packet Forward Isolated: Selecting Isolated causes the traffic from this WLAN
to terminate at the Access Point.
Bridge to WAN: The default setting, Bridge to WAN forwards
packets arriving on this WLAN to the WAN (uplink) port and
eventually to their external destinations using Layer 2
forwarding.
Local Subnet NAT and Route to WAN: This setting allows
routing of wireless packets to their destinations using Layer 3
network address translation (NAT).
Bridge to L2TP Tunnel: Uses Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol to
deliver packets encapsulated with an L2TP header in UDP
datagrams.

Table 48. WLAN options (Continued)

Hotspot Service Select a Hotspot configuration from the list to enable Hotspot
service on this WLAN, if you have configured it from the
Configuration > Hotspot page. See “Configuring Hotspot
Service” on page 153.
Local Subnet This option appears if you have selected Local Subnet NAT and
Route to WAN under Packet Forwarding, and allows you to
choose which subnet this WLAN’s traffic is part of. You must
have previously configured a subnet from the Configuration >
Local Subnets page before it becomes available here.
Access VLAN Enter a VLAN ID to segment all traffic arriving from this WLAN
to a specified VLAN. Default is 1.
Dynamic VLAN This setting is available only with WPA encryption and 802.1X
authentication. Dynamic VLAN allows the dynamic assignment
of VLANs to clients based on RADIUS attributes. Enable this
option only if your RADIUS server is configured to segment
clients using dynamic VLAN.
Insert DHCP Option When this option is enabled on an SSID, additional information
82 is encapsulated in DHCP option 82 and inserted into DHCP
request packets. Current format of option 82 is:
Circuit ID sub-option:
WLAN:<IFNAME>:<VLAN>:<SSID>:<MODEL>:
<HOSTNAME>:<DEVMAC>
This option supports the ability for a service provider to allocate
IP addresses intelligently by considering information on the
origin of the IP allocation request.
Client Fingerprinting When this option is enabled, the AP attempts to identify client
devices by their operating system, device type and host name,
if available.
Encryption Method By default, all data exchanges on your wireless network are not
encrypted, but you can select an encryption method in this
option, and use the extra workspace features that appear to
fine-tune the encryption settings.
Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends using WPA as the
encryption method as WEP is easily circumvented.
For more information, refer to either “Using WEP” on page 135
or “Using WPA” on page 137.

4 When you are finished, click Update Settings to save and apply the changes.
A confirmation message appears at the top of this page.
5 Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous page.
If required, continue with the following:
• Using WEP
• Using WPA
• Customizing 802.1X Settings
• Setting Threshold Options
• Rate Limiting
• Controlling Access to the Wireless Network
Using WEP
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a security algorithm for 802.11 wireless networks
designed to provide data confidentiality comparable to that of a wired network. WEP
uses a pre-shared key for encrypting data frames that is shared among all users of
the wireless network. For this reason and others, WEP has been discredited as a
security mechanism and should be avoided in favor of WPA if at all possible.
CAUTION! WEP encryption is easily circumvented. Therefore, Ruckus Wireless

recommends using WPA whenever possible, and only use WEP if your client devices
do not support WPA.
CAUTION! Using WEP encryption limits the performance of the WLAN to 802.11g
rates. If you select WEP encryption for a WLAN, wireless devices that are capable
of faster 802.11n transfer rates are limited to 802.11g rates. Other WLANs are
unaffected.
1 Go to Configuration > Wireless or Configuration > Radio 2.4G or

Configuration > Radio 5G. The Configuration > Wireless > Common page
appears.
2 Click the Wireless # tab that you want to configure. The Configuration > Wireless
> Wireless[#] page appears.
3 Select WEP from the Encryption Method menu. An additional set of WEP-
specific encryption options appear on this page.

Figure 67. WEP settings

4 Review the encryption settings listed in Table 49, and then make changes as
required.
Table 49. WEP Options

Encryption Setting Description
Authentication Mode Open is the only authentication mode available with WEP
encryption.
Encryption Strength • 64 bit: Specify the key with 10 hexadecimal digits or 5 ASCII
characters.
• 128 bit: Specify the key with 26 hexadecimal digits or 13
ASCII characters. The 128-bit cryptography is stronger
privacy protection for your network and is recommended if
you use WEP.
Key Entry Method • Hexadecimal: The encryption key only accepts
hexadecimal characters (0-9, A-F).
• ASCII Text: The encryption key accepts ASCII characters.
WEP Key Enter the key manually according to the Key Entry Method
and Encryption Strength settings.
Key Index Choose the index, from “1” to “4”, that the WEP key is to be
stored in.
5 Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message
appears at the top of the page.
Using WPA
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) are two
security protocols developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance in response to the weaknesses
of WEP.
Selecting WPA as the Encryption Method allows you to choose WPA version, WPA
Authentication and WPA Algorithm. This section discusses WPA-PSK (pre-shared
key). For information on WPA-Enterprise (WPA-802.1X), refer to “Customizing
802.1X Settings” on page 140.

Use of WPA-PSK (also known as WPA-Personal) allows automatic key generation

based on a single passphrase. WPA-PSK provides strong security for small and
medium organizations and does not require a RADIUS server, but may not be
supported on older wireless devices. In some cases, the older devices can be
upgraded with adapters to take advantage of WPA-PSK.
If you configure the WLAN with WPA-PSK, wireless users are not able to connect
to your WLAN unless their devices support WPA-PSK and are configured with the
same passphrase.
appears.
2 Click the Wireless # tab that you want to configure. The Configuration > Wireless
> Wireless[#] page appears.
3 Select WPA from the Encryption Method menu. An additional set of WPA-
specific options appear on this page.
Figure 68. WPA settings

4 Review the encryption settings listed in Table 50, and then make changes as
preferred.
Table 50. Encryption settings

Encryption Setting Description
WPA Version Your options are WPA, WPA2 or WPA Auto.
• WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is the replacement security
standard adopted by the Wi-Fi Alliance in response to the
security weaknesses of WEP. WPA was developed as an
interim measure before ratification of the 802.11i standard,
which introduced WPA2.
• WPA2 provides stronger wireless security than WPA and is
the recommended option. However, older wireless clients
may not be compatible with WPA2. For example, WPA2
support on Windows XP requires a Microsoft patch and is
only available on Windows XP with Service pack 2 or later.
• WPA-Auto allows both WPA and WPA2 devices to operate
on the same WLAN.
WPA Authentication PSK (Pre-Shared Key) mode is suitable for home or office use.
802.1X mode uses a RADIUS server to verify user identity.
The WPA-Auto mode offers both options for the wireless
client to choose from.
For more information on how to configure 802.1X
authentication, refer to “Customizing 802.1X Settings” on
page 140.
WPA Algorithm • TKIP: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is an older encryption
algorithm that provides stronger security than a shared
WEP key, but not as strong as the newer AES algorithm.
• AES: AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) replaces TKIP
as the default (and recommended) encryption algorithm for
modern wireless LANs.
• Auto: Auto allows both encryption algorithms to be used
on the same WLAN. When Auto is selected, the wireless
client decides whether TKIP or AES is used. Note however
that allowing TKIP reduces the performance of the WLAN
(as broadcast packets are limited to slower transfer rates),
and is therefore not recommended.

Table 50. Encryption settings (Continued)

Passphrase Enter a new passphrase between 8 and 32 characters, using
any combination of printable characters (letters, numbers,
hyphens and underscores).
Customizing 802.1X Settings

CAUTION! Do not customize these options unless you are an experienced network
administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional.
If you choose WPA as the encryption method, you have the option to set up the
Access Point to act as an 802.1X proxy, utilizing external authentication sources
such as a RADIUS server.
In 802.1X authentication, the supplicant sends access request messages along with
credentials, such as user name / password or digital certificate, to an authenticator,
which forwards the credentials to the authentication server for verification. The
supplicant (client device) remains in an unauthorized state until verification has been
received. In unauthorized state, only 802.1X traffic is allowed; all other traffic, such
as DHCP and HTTP traffic, is dropped. For its wireless interfaces, the Access Point
can serve as the authenticator communicating between the supplicant and the
authentication server.
appears.
2 Click a Wireless # tab to configure. The Configuration > Wireless > Wireless[#]
page appears.
3 Click the Encryption Method menu, then click WPA. The basic set of WPA-
specific encryption options appears on the page.
4 Select 802.1X as the WPA Authentication mode. Additional options appear.

Figure 69. 802.1X settings
5 Configure the following settings to customize your 802.1X authentication:

• RADIUS NAS-ID: Enter the Network ID assigned to your Access Point in the
RADIUS server Client list.
• Authentication Server: Enter the information needed to establish a connec-
tion between the Access Point and the RADIUS server.
• Accounting Server: Optionally, enter the information needed to establish
this connection.
appears at the top of this page.
NOTE Ruckus Wireless APs do not support arbitrary rate values for 802.1X clients
(if client rate limiting attributes are configured on the RADIUS server). ZoneFlex APs
support only those WLAN rate limiting values that can be set using the AP web
interface. If the rate returned by the RADIUS server does not match one of these
values exactly, it is approximated.

Setting Threshold Options

The following options allow you to fine-tune the “Protection Mode” behavior, set
previously on the Configuration > Wireless > Advanced > Common page. After
activating a Protection Mode, you can open each Wireless tab and customize the
threshold settings, which determine what is put into effect and when.
CAUTION! Do not customize these options unless you are an experienced network
administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional.

appears.
2 Click the tab for the Wireless # (WLAN) that you want to configure. The
Configuration > Wireless > Wireless [#] page appears.
3 Look for Threshold Settings, and then click Edit Settings. The Configuration
> Wireless > Advanced > Wireless [#] page appears.
Figure 70. Threshold settings

4 Review the options listed in Table 51, and then make any needed changes.
Table 51. Threshold options

Option Description
Beacon Interval (The default value is 100.) The value indicates the frequency
interval of the beacon in milliseconds. A beacon is a broadcast
packet sent by the AP to synchronize the wireless network.
Data Beacon Rate (The default value is 1.) The value indicates the interval of the
(DTIM) Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM). This is a
countdown field that the device uses to inform its clients of
the next window for listening to broadcast or multicast
messages.
RTS/CTS Threshold (The default value is 65535.) This option determines at what
packet length the RTS/CTS function is triggered. A lower
threshold may be necessary in an environment with excessive
signal noise or hidden nodes, but may result in some
performance degradation.
You have completed configuring the threshold options. To reopen the previous page,
click the Go back to Wireless Configuration link.

Rate Limiting
Rate Limiting allows you to cap the per client data transfer rates for a specific WLAN.
Configuration > Radio 5G.
2 Select the WLAN that you want to configure from the tabs at the top of the page.
3 Click the Edit Settings button next to Rate Limiting. The Rate Limiting page
appears.
Figure 71. Limit per station traffic rates on a specific WLAN
4 Set the maximum Downlink and Uplink rate per station.

5 The table under the Downlink and Uplink selections updates to show the
maximum transfer rate per station for each traffic type.

Controlling Access to the Wireless Network

Access Control enables you to specify the stations are allowed to join (associate
with) your wireless networks. Access controls can be configured for each WLAN
from its respective Wireless # tab.
Access Control Options

This section describes the options that you can use to control access to the wireless
network.
• Disabling WLAN Access Restrictions: If you select Disable WLAN access
restrictions, then MAC-address-based restrictions on which stations can join
the WLAN are disabled; thus, any station can join. If the WLAN uses encryption,
then the station must still supply the correct encryption passphrase. The Access
Controls table is hidden if the current mode is Disable WLAN access restric-
tions.
• Allowing Only Stations Listed in the Access Controls Table: If you select Allow
only stations listed in the Access Controls Table, then stations entered into
the access-controls table are allowed but all others are disallowed. To add MAC
addresses, refer to “Changing the Access Controls for a WLAN” on page 145.
• Denying Only Stations Listed in the Access Controls Table: If you select Deny
only stations listed in the Access Controls Table, then stations entered into
the access-controls table are disallowed but all others are allowed. To add MAC
addresses, refer to “Changing the Access Controls for a WLAN” on page 145.
Changing the Access Controls for a WLAN

By default, the Disable WLAN access restrictions option is selected, which allows
any wireless station to gain access to the wireless network. If you want to change
this setting, follow the instructions below.
Configuration > Radio 5G.
2 Click the Wireless # tab for which you want to configure the access control
settings.
3 Click Allow only stations listed in the Access Controls Table or Deny only
stations listed in the Access Controls Table. (For a description of the options,
refer to “Access Control Options” in the previous section.)
The Access Control Table appears.

Figure 72. Access control settings
4 To add a MAC address to the Access Control table, click Add new entry.
5 Fill out the following text boxes:
• Address: Six text boxes appear in which you enter the desired MAC address,
in hexadecimal digit form, two characters in each box. Allowable hex-digit
characters are 0-9, a-f, and A-F.
6 Click Update to save your changes. Assuming all parameters you entered are
acceptable, that row is added to the table.
You have completed adding an entry to the MAC address table. If you have additional
MAC addresses you want included, click Add new entry, and then repeat these
steps until you have entered all the stations you want. There is a limit of 128 rows.
Removing a MAC Address

To remove a MAC address from the ACL table, click the Cancel button under the
Remove column, and then click Update. The ACL table refreshes, and the MAC
address that you deleted disappears from the table.


The Ethernet Ports configuration page allows you to define how the Access Point’s
Ethernet ports behave. You can disable ports entirely, define trunking and packet
forwarding behavior, configure 802.1X authentication settings, and configure VLAN
settings for each port individually from this page.
1 Go to Configuration > Ethernet Ports.
Figure 73. The Configuration > Ethernet Ports page
2 Review Table 52 and make changes as needed for each of the ports labeled
PORT 1 through PORT 4 (depending on AP model), which correspond to the
AP’s Ethernet ports.
Table 52. Configuring Ethernet ports

Setting Description
Enable All Ethernet ports are enabled by default. Unchecking this
box next to a port disables that port entirely. If you do not
want to provide wired access through the AP, uncheck
(clear) the Enable box next to each LAN port.

Table 52. Configuring Ethernet ports (Continued)

Port Type See “Setting Ethernet Port Type” on page 150 for more
detailed information.
• Trunk port: This port passes all VLAN traffic.
• Access Port: This port provides network access.
• General Port: User-defined VLAN membership.
Packet Forward Isolated: Selecting Isolated causes the traffic from this port
to terminate at the Access Point.
Bridge to WAN: The default setting, Bridge to WAN
forwards packets arriving on this port to the WAN (uplink)
port and eventually to their external destinations using Layer
2 forwarding.
Local Subnet NAT and Route to WAN: This setting
allows routing of packets to their destinations using Layer 3
network address translation (NAT).
Bridge to L2TP Tunnel: Uses Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol
to deliver packets encapsulated with an L2TP header in UDP
datagrams.
Local Subnet This option appears if you have selected Local Subnet and
Route to WAN under Packet Forwarding, and you have
selected Access Port as the port type. This option allows
you to select which subnet this port’s traffic is part of. You
must have previously configured a subnet from the
Configuration > Local Subnets page before it becomes
available here.

Table 52. Configuring Ethernet ports (Continued)

802.1X Configure the port as an 802.1X authenticator or supplicant.
The following options are available:
• Disabled: No 802.1X controls are applied to this port.
• Authenticator (Port-based): Only one of the attached
MAC hosts must be authorized for all hosts to be granted
access to the network.
• Authenticator (MAC-based): Each MAC host is
individually authenticated.
• Supplicant: The port acts as a supplicant to an
upstream authenticator. Configure a port as Supplicant if
the port is a Trunk Port used to connect the AP to a LAN
switch.
See “Working with 802.1X on Wired Ethernet Ports” on
page 151 for more information.
VLAN Untag ID: Enter a valid VLAN ID in this field to segment
traffic arriving on this port to a specific VLAN. Default is 1.
Valid VLAN entries are 1-4094.
Members: Displays the VLAN membership of the port.
(Membership is configurable only for the General port type.)
Refer to “Working with Port-Based VLANs” on page 151
for more information.
Insert DHCP Option 82 When this option is enabled for an Ethernet port, additional
information is encapsulated in DHCP option 82 and inserted
into DHCP request packets.
Current format of option 82 is:
Circuit ID sub-option:
ETH:<IFNAME>:<VLAN>:N/A:
<MODEL>:<HOSTNAME>:<DEVMAC>
This option supports the ability for a service provider to
allocate IP addresses intelligently by considering information
on the origin of the IP allocation request.
Client Fingerprinting When this option is Enabled, the AP attempts to identify
client devices by their operating system, device type and
host name, if available.

Refer to the following, as required:

• Setting Ethernet Port Type
• Working with Port-Based VLANs
• Working with 802.1X on Wired Ethernet Ports
Setting Ethernet Port Type

ZoneFlex AP Ethernet ports can be configured as one of the following port types:
• Trunk Port
• Access Port
• General Port
Trunk Port
Trunk Ports forward and receive tagged and untagged frames and are used for
bridging switch ports together. The Trunk port is a member of all VLANs that exist
on the switch, and all VLAN-tagged traffic arriving on the port is seen. If an untagged
frame is received on a Trunk port, the frame is associated with the Untag VLAN (also
known as “native VLAN”, by default, 1).
If a port is configured as a Trunk port, the Untag ID field can be used to define the
Untag VLAN--the VLAN that the switch uses for forwarding/filtering purposes when
a frame arrives without an 802.1Q header.
Access Port
Access Ports are used to provide network access. Traffic arriving on different Access
Ports can be segmented into different logical networks (VLANs) using the Untag
VLAN ID field. Access Ports are members of only one VLAN--the VLAN that is
configured in the Untag VLAN field.
General Port
The General Port can be configured to support multiple tagged VLANs and one
untagged VLAN. As Trunk Ports by definition are members of all VLANs, the General
Port is the only port type for which membership is user configurable for multiple
VLANs.

Working with Port-Based VLANs

The Access Point provides options for segmenting all incoming traffic (both wireless
and wired Ethernet traffic) into specific VLANs. There are two ways to segment
incoming traffic into VLANs:
• Each of the wireless interfaces (SSIDs) can be configured with a specific Access
VLAN ID: (Configuration > Wireless > Wireless [#] > Access VLAN).
• Each of the LAN ports can be configured with an Untag VLAN ID (Configuration
> Ethernet Ports > VLAN > Untag ID).
For Ethernet ports, the behavior of the Untag VLAN ID depends on the Port Type
selected. If the port is configured as a Trunk port, it includes all VLANs (1-4094) in
its membership. The VLAN Untag ID field (default = 1) can be used to redefine the
“Native VLAN” for the port.
If the Ethernet port is configured as an Access Port, it can be configured with only
one Untag VLAN ID and its membership includes only that one VLAN.
If the Ethernet port is configured as a General Port, it can be configured to include
multiple VLANs in its membership and one Untag VLAN.
Working with 802.1X on Wired Ethernet Ports

802.1X authentication consists of the following three components:
• Supplicant: The supplicant sends access request messages along with creden-
tials, such as user name / password or digital certificate, to an authenticator,
which forwards the credentials to the authentication server for verification.
• Authenticator: The authenticator challenges the identity of the supplicant, then
passes its credentials to the AAA server. If the credentials are accepted the
supplicant is allowed access.
• Authentication Server (AAA Server): The AAA server verifies the supplicant’s
credentials and permits or rejects its request for access.
For wired 802.1X, a Ruckus AP’s Ethernet port can be configured as either an
Authenticator or as a Supplicant, depending on which port type is selected. Table
53 and Table 54 describe the 802.1X roles available by port type.
Table 53. Authenticator support by port type

Trunk Port Access Port General Port
Port-based mode X X X
MAC-based mode X

Table 54. Supplicant support by port type

Trunk Port Access Port General Port
Supplicant X
The following considerations apply:

• A single port cannot be configured as both an Authenticator and Supplicant at
the same time.
• Only one port per AP can be configured as a Supplicant.
• If the AP is connecting to a switch port with 802.1X authentication enabled, the
AP’s port type should be configured as a Trunk Port and its role should be
configured as Supplicant. The switch port should be configured as a Trunk port
in Port-based Authenticator mode.
• If there are multiple devices connected to an AP port (through a downstream
switch), the port can be configured as either Port-based or MAC-based Authen-
ticator. In Port-based mode, only one of the attached MAC hosts must be
authorized for all hosts to be granted access to the network. In MAC-based
mode, each MAC host is individually authenticated.
• If a Trunk Port is configured as a Supplicant, a user name and password must
be entered to authenticate the port to the 802.1X aware LAN switch.
• If an Access Port is configured as an Authenticator, the administrator must define
the RADIUS server that the Authenticator communicates with. All Ethernet ports
of a single AP are configured with the same RADIUS server.
Enable MAC authentication bypass: If MAC authentication bypass is enabled, the
port first attempts to authenticate the attached device by MAC address, and if that
fails, it attempts to authenticate the device using 802.1X.


Hotspot service can be deployed on standalone ZoneFlex APs through the Web
interface. At a minimum, you must configure a login redirect URL and a RADIUS
server to which users are authenticated. Additional options and controls are
provided on subsequent pages.
1 Go to Configuration > Hotspot.
Figure 74. Minimum configuration settings for providing Hotspot service

2 Click Enabled next to Hotspot Service.

3 Review the settings in table Table 55, and make changes as needed.
Table 55. Hotspot configuration settings

Setting Description
Redirect unauth. user to Redirect unauthenticated users to the specified URL (login
page).
After user is authenticated Select where you want to redirect the user after successful
authentication.
• Redirect to the above URL: return to the login URL
configured above.
• Redirect to the URL the user intended to visit: upon
successful authentication, go directly to the URL that
the user originally entered (typically the browser’s home
page).
• Redirect to: specify a URL to which users are redirected
after authentication. This can be used to redirect users
to a “Login Successful” page, or a page that offers
connection time information or a Logout button.
Primary RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the primary RADIUS server against
which users are authenticated (required).
Secondary RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the secondary RADIUS server, if
one is available (optional).
RADIUS Server Secret Enter the shared secret for communication with the
RADIUS server (required).

You have completed the minimum settings for providing Hotspot service on this AP.
Additional configuration options are available using the Edit Settings buttons at the
bottom of the page:
• Customizing Hotspot Optional Settings
• Creating a Hotspot Walled Garden
• Allowing Unrestricted Access by MAC Address

Customizing Hotspot Optional Settings

Optional Hotspot settings include a number of options for fine-tuning your Hotspot
service, such as maximum session time, grace period, accounting update interval,
etc.
Figure 75. Configuring optional Hotspot options
The Table 56 Hotspot options can be configured from the Configuration > Hotspot
> More Options page:
Table 56. Optional Hotspot settings

Setting Description
Temporarily block user after Specify the maximum number of repeated
__ unsuccessful login authentication failures allowed.
attempts
Redirect temp. blocked user Enter a redirect URL to which blocked users are
to redirected.
MAC Authentication If enabled, the Hotspot service attempts to authenticate
users based on their MAC addresses if the local Hotspot
authentication has failed. If enabled, an optional MAC
authentication password can be entered. If no password
is specified, the system uses the client’s MAC address
as the password.

Table 56. Optional Hotspot settings (Continued)

Acct Delay Time This attribute indicates how many seconds the client has
been trying to send this record for, and can be subtracted
from the time of arrival on the server to find the
approximate time of the event generating this
Accounting-Request. When enabled, this attribute
appears in accounting request packets with a starting
value of “0”, incremented each retry packet. When
disabled, this attribute is not included in any accounting
request packet.
NAS ID Specify the Network Access Server identifier of this
device. The NAS-ID attribute is sent in RADIUS access
and accounting request messages. It can also be used
as location identification when NAS-IP-Address cannot
be used for this purpose.
WISPr Location ID Specify the Hotspot location identifier. This value is
provided in the RADIUS access and accounting
requests. It is recommended that the value is in the form
of "isocc=<ISO_Country_Code>,
cc=<E.164_Country_Code>,ac=<E.164_Are
a_Code>,network=<SSID/ZONE>".
WISPr Location Name Specify the hotspot location and operator's name. This
value is provided in the RADIUS access and accounting
requests. It is recommended that the value is in the form
of "<HOTSPOT_OPERATOR_NAME>,<Location>”.
Location Description Specify the description of location. This value is provided
in the HTTP redirection.
Accounting Update Interval Specify the interval for RADIUS accounting requests.
Interim Redirect Interval Specify the interval after which users are redirected to
the login URL.
Maximum Session Time Enter the maximum session time in minutes.
Grace Period Specify the maximum time that a user may disconnect
from the Hotspot service and return without the need to
login again.
RADIUS Disconnect Port UDP port to listen to for accepting RADIUS disconnect
requests.

Table 56. Optional Hotspot settings (Continued)

Swap Input and Output Swap the value of input counters (packets, octets and
Counters giga words) and output counters in RADIUS accounting
requests. This option is mainly for backward
compatibility with existing ChilliSpot deployments.
Encode User Password Encode user password with challenge string, if UAM
secret is not specified; otherwise, encode user
password with both challenge string and UAM secret.
UAM Shared Secret The UAM Shared Secret is the shared secret between
this Access Point and the HTTP server for the
Redirection URL. This setting is optional.

Creating a Hotspot Walled Garden

You can use the Hotspot Walled Garden rules to designate network destinations
(host address or subnet) that users can access without going through authentica-
tion. A Walled Garden is a limited environment to which an unauthenticated user is
given access for the purpose of setting up an account. After the account is
established, the user is allowed out of the Walled Garden. URLs are resolved to an
IP address (up to four). Users will not be able to click through to other URLs that
may be presented on a page if that page is hosted on a server with a different IP
address. Avoid using common URLs that are translated into many IP addresses
(such as www.yahoo.com), as users may be redirected to reauthenticate when they
navigate through the page.
• Creating Walled Garden Rules
• Removing entries from the Walled Garden hosts table
Creating Walled Garden Rules

1 Go to Configuration > Hotspot > Walled Garden.
Figure 76. The Walled Garden hosts table
2 Click Add new entry. A field entitled Walled Garden Host appears.
3 In Walled Garden Host, enter a host name, IP address, network segment (e.g.,
192.168.1.0/24) or a domain name. If a domain name is entered, it is resolved
every 5 minutes.

4 Click Update to save your entry.

You can create up to 64 entries in the Walled Garden Hosts table.
Removing entries from the Walled Garden hosts table

1 Click the check box next to the entry you want to remove, under the Remove?
column.
2 Click Update. The entry is removed from the list.
Allowing Unrestricted Access by MAC Address

1 Go to Configuration > Hotspot > Unrestricted Clients.
Figure 77. Configuring Hotspot unrestricted clients table
2 Click Add new entry, and enter the MAC address of each client in the fields
provided.
3 Click Update to save your changes.

Managing the Access Point
5
In this chapter:
• Viewing Current Device Settings
• Viewing Current Internet Connection Settings
• Viewing Current Local Subnet Settings
• Viewing Common Wireless Settings
• Changing the Administrative Login Settings
• Enabling Other Management Access Options
• Working with Event Logs and Syslog Servers
• Upgrading the Firmware
• Rebooting the Access Point
• Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults
• Running Diagnostics
• Where to Find More Information
This chapter provides instructions for managing standalone ZoneFlex Access Points
using the Web interface. For information on managing your ZoneFlex network using
ZoneDirector, FlexMaster or SmartCell Gateway, refer to the relevant User Guide,
available from the Ruckus Wireless Support website.


The Status > Device page displays a general overview of the AP’s current status,
including device name, serial number, MAC address, current software version, etc.
Figure 78. The Status > Device page


The Status > Internet page displays information on the AP’s network settings; i.e.,
the settings that allow the AP to communicate with your local network and the
Internet. Information includes IP address, gateway, DNS server, NTP server and
connection type (method of obtaining an IP address -- DHCP or static IP).
Figure 79. The Status > Internet page


The Status > Local Subnets page can be used to view the router (local subnet)
configurations and list of any clients connected to those subnets.
If you want to make changes to any of these settings, go to Configuration > Local
Subnets. Refer to Configuring Local Subnets for more information.
Figure 80. The Status > Local Subnet page


If you want to view the current common wireless settings that the AP is using, go
to the Status > Wireless page (on dual band APs, go to Status > 2.4G or Status
> 5G). Table 57 lists the descriptions of each common wireless setting.
Figure 81. The Status > Wireless (Radio 2.4G/5G) page
Table 57. Common Wireless settings

Setting Description
Wireless Mode Shows the wireless mode that the AP is currently using.
Possible values include:
• Auto Select: (For 802.11b/g APs only) Allows both
802.11g- and 802.11b-compliant devices to connect
to the network. This is the default setting.
• 2.4GHz 54 Mbps: Allows 11g devices only.
• 2.4GHz 11 Mbps: Allows 11b devices only.
• 11ng: Operates with 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b
devices in the 2.4Ghz spectrum only.
• 11na: Operates with 802.11n and 802.11a devices in
the 5GHz spectrum only.


Channel Shows the wireless channel that the AP is currently using.
If you set the wireless channel to SmartSelect, this field
shows the value Channel # [SmartSelect].
Channel Width 11n devices only. Displays whether the channel width is
set to 20MHz or 40MHz.
Country Code Shows the country code that the AP has been set to use.
CAUTION! Verify that the AP is using the correct
country code to make sure it uses only the allowed
radio channels in your region. Selecting the incorrect
country code may result in violation of applicable laws.
AeroScout RFID tag Shows Enabled if you enabled AeroScout RFID tag
detection detection. The default setting is Disabled.
AeroScout Engine Shows Up if the communication agent on the AP is able
communication daemon to relay location data from AeroScout Tags to the
AeroScout Engine.
If the communication agent is unable to relay data or
AeroScout tag detection is disabled, this field shows
Down.
Ekahau Engine Shows Enabled if you have enabled Ekahau RFID tag
communication daemon detection. Default is disabled.
ERC IP Ekahau Real Time Location System RTLS Controller IP
address.
ERC Port TCP port used by the Ekahau Real Time Location
System RTLS Controller.
If you want to make changes to any of these settings, go to the Configuration >
Wireless page. Refer to Configuring Common Wireless Settings for more informa-
tion.


A usage-monitoring capability has been built into the Access Point to help you
monitor wireless clients that are associated with your wireless network.
1 Go to Status > Wireless. The Status > Wireless page appears.
NOTE If you are using a dual band ZoneFlex AP, go to Status > Radio 2.4G or
Status > Radio 5G.
2 Click any of the Wireless # tabs. Wireless clients that are associated with this
particular wireless network appear under Connected Devices.
Figure 82. Viewing connected devices


The default user name is super and the default password is sp-admin. To prevent
unauthorized users from logging in to the Web interface using these default
administrator login settings, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you change the
default Web interface password immediately after your first login.
1 Log into the Web interface.
2 Go to Configuration > Device.
Figure 83. The Configuration > Device page
3 Under Service Provider Login, change the default administrator login settings.
• In Username, type a new user name to log in to the Web interface. The
default user name is super.
• In Current Password, enter the existing password.
• In New Password, type a new password to replace the default password
sp-admin. The password must consist of six to 32 alphanumeric characters
only.
• In Confirm New Password, retype the new password.
4 Click Update Settings. The message Your parameters were saved appears.
You have completed changing the default login settings. The next time you log in to
the Web interface, make sure you use these updated login settings.


In addition to managing the AP via a Web browser through HTTPS, several other
management access options are available on the AP. These options include
management access via HTTP, Telnet, and SSH.
You can also view and set up the connection to a Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster server
under the TR-069/SNMP Management Choice options. If your ZoneFlex device
is to be managed by FlexMaster, then the FlexMaster information (server URL and
contact interval) is preconfigured before you receive your ZoneFlex device.
NOTE If you are configuring the AP to be managed by FlexMaster, remember to

point it to the FlexMaster server after you configure the management access options.
For more information, refer to “Viewing FlexMaster Management Status” on
page 171.
1 Go to Administration > Management. The Management page appears.

Figure 84. The Administration > Management page
2 Review the access options listed in Table 58, and then make changes as needed.
Table 58. Management Access Options

Option Description
Telnet Access By default, this option is disabled (inactive).

Table 58. Management Access Options (Continued)

Option Description
Telnet Port This field lists the default Telnet port of 23 — only if Telnet is active.
You can manually change this port number, if required.
SSH Access By default, this option is enabled (active).
SSH Port This field lists the default SSH port of 22—only if SSH is active. You
can manually change this port number if required.
HTTP Access This option is disabled by default.
HTTP Port This field lists the default HTTP port of 80, if HTTP has been
activated. You can manually change this port number if required.
HTTPS Access By default this option is enabled. This connection mode requires a
security certificate, a copy of which has been pre-installed in the
device.
HTTPS Port This field lists the default HTTPS port of 443—only if HTTPS has
been activated. You can manually change this port number if
required.
Certification This notes whether the security certificate linked to the HTTPS
Verification settings has been passed or not.
Auto-provisioning This setting is disabled by default, and should only be enabled if
using FlexMaster server for AP management.
3 If you want to use TR-069 or SNMP to manage the AP, configure the settings
listed in Table 59.
Table 59. TR-069 and SNMP Management Options

Option Description
Auto Enables the ZoneFlex device to be managed by either
SNMP server, Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector, or Ruckus
Wireless FlexMaster.
SNMP only Only allow SNMP management.
FlexMaster only Only allow FlexMaster management.
DHCP Discovery URL of server providing DHCP.
FlexMaster Server URL URL of the FlexMaster server.

Table 59. TR-069 and SNMP Management Options (Continued)

Option Description
Digest-authentication This information is automatically generated by the AP and
Username/Digest- used for authentication with FlexMaster. Change this value
authentication password only if you want the AP to connect to another access
control server (ACS).
Periodic FlexMaster Inform Interval at which the device should attempt to contact
Interval FlexMaster.
4 Click Update Settings to save your changes. A confirmation message appears

at the top of the page.
You have completed configuring the management access options.
NOTE Remember to open any relevant firewall ports between the AP and the
firmware upgrade/management server. For example, if HTTPS is used for firmware
upgrades, open TCP port 443 on the firewall to allow connections through port 443.
If FlexMaster server is used, open TCP ports 80 and 443 for HTTP/HTTPS
communications, and TCP port 8082 for AP wake-up commands.
Continue with the following, as required:

• Viewing FlexMaster Management Status
• Pointing the AP to FlexMaster

Viewing FlexMaster Management Status

If you configure the AP to be managed by FlexMaster, you can view the TR-069
Status section on the Administration > Management page.
Figure 85. TR-069 status information
Table 60 lists the TR-069 status information that the AP provides.
Table 60. TR-069 status information

Status Information Description
Currently using URL Shows the FlexMaster server IP address or URL with
which the AP is currently registered.
Last Attempted Contact Shows the date and time of the AP’s last attempt to
contact FlexMaster. Date and time are specified in GMT
(or UTC), which are accurate if a Network Time Protocol
(NTP) server is configured.
Last Successful Contact Shows the date and time of the AP’s last successful
contact with FlexMaster.
Last Contact Result Shows the result of the last attempt to contact FlexMaster
(success or failure, and failure error code if applicable).

Table 60. TR-069 status information (Continued)

Status Information Description
Current Time Shows the current date and time as known to the AP. This
timestamp is accurate if an NTP server is configured on
the AP. If there is no NTP server configured, this timestamp
is useful as a reference for comparison of the timestamps
for Last attempted contact and Last successful
contact.
Pointing the AP to FlexMaster

Your ZoneFlex device is required to “call home” to register with your FlexMaster;
FlexMaster does not initiate initial contact. To register successfully with FlexMaster,
your ZoneFlex device must know the FlexMaster server’s URL, thus entered on the
device. You need TCP ports 80 and 443 between APs and FlexMaster when
traversing Layer 3/firewall boundaries.
1 Go to Administration > Management.
2 Under TR-069/SNMP Management Choice, click Auto.
3 In FlexMaster Server URL, type the URL of the FlexMaster server.
4 Toggle the Periodic FlexMaster Inform Interval drop-down list to select how
frequently the device checks the FlexMaster server for any pending configuration
changes available for that ZoneFlex unit. On the FlexMaster side, this field is
referred to as the Periodic Inform Interval.
After the AP registers with FlexMaster, this Administration > Management page will
show the communication status between the AP and FlexMaster.


Both the Maintenance > Support Info and Administration > Log pages can be used
to view the AP’s current log file text. You can use the former to send the log to
Ruckus Wireless support directly or save it to a local file, and use the latter to
configure automatic delivery of log files to a syslog server:
• Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server
• Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support
• Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support
Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog

Server
If you have a syslog server on the network, you can configure the Access Point to
send the device logs to the server. You need to enable logging (if disabled) and
configure the Access Point to send logs to the syslog server.
1 Go to Administration > Log. The Administration > Log page appears.
Figure 86. The Administration > Log page
2 Look for Log Status, and then click Enabled.

3 After enabling logging, configure the following options:
• Syslog Server Address: To enable the AP to send messages to a syslog
server as they appear, enter the IP address of the syslog server.

• Syslog Server Port: By default, the syslog port number is 514. If the syslog
server is using a different port, enter that port number in this field.
4 Click Update Settings to save and apply your changes.
Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless

Support
The Support Info log consists of the configuration and run-time status of the AP and
can be useful for troubleshooting. You have three options for sending a copy of the
current log file to Ruckus Wireless Support:
• Save a copy to your local PC, then attach it to an e-mail message and send it
to support
• Set up a connection to an FTP site
• Set up a connection to a TFTP site
1 Go to Maintenance > Support Info. The Maintenance > Support Info page
appears.
2 Review the Transfer Method options.
3 To upload a copy of the support info file to an FTP or TFTP server, click the TFTP
or FTP option. Clicking the FTP option prompts you to enter a Username and
Password.
4 In Server Address, enter the FTP or TFTP server IP address.
5 In Filename, enter a name for this file that you are saving.
NOTE Remember to add a .TXT file extension to the file name, especially if you are
using Internet Explorer as your Web Admin “host.”
6 Click Upload Now.
Saving a Copy of the Current Log to Your Computer

You can also save a copy of the current log to your own computer, if needed.
1 Go to Maintenance > Support Info. The Maintenance > Support Info page
appears.
2 Review the Transfer Method options.
3 Click the Save to Local Computer option. Two links appear next to Download
(supportinfo.txt and tr069info.txt).

4 Click the supportinfo.txt link. A new window (or tab) opens with the content of
the log file displayed.
5 Choose Save As or Save Page As from your browser’s File menu.
6 When the “Save as...” dialog box appears, find a convenient location on your
local computer to save the file, and change the file extension from html to txt.
7 Click Save to save the file to your computer.


You can use the Web interface to check for software updates/upgrades for the
firmware built into the AP. You can then apply these updates to the device in one
of two ways: manual updating on an as-needed basis, or automating a regularly
scheduled update.
Before starting, decide which option you want to take:
• Automate a regularly scheduled update
• Run a one-time manual update right now
By default, the automatic upgrade option is disabled.
To get started with upgrading the firmware, go to Maintenance > Upgrade. When
the Upgrade Method options appear, decide which upgrade method to use. Each
of the upgrade options listed on the Upgrade page are discussed in the succeeding
sections.
Figure 87. The Maintenance > Upgrade page

• Upgrading Manually via FTP or TFTP
• Upgrading Manually via the Web
• Upgrading Manually via Local File
• Scheduling Automatic Upgrades

Upgrading Manually via FTP or TFTP

1 In the Upgrade Method options, click FTP or TFTP.
2 Click the host name field, and then type the URL of the server. Or click the IP
address field, and then type the IP address of the server. Remember to start the
URL with ftp://.
CAUTION! Do not change any of the Image Control File, Username, or Password
entries.
3 Click Perform Upgrade. A status bar appears during the upgrade process.
4 After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the AP.
Upgrading Manually via the Web

1 In the Upgrade Method options, click Web.
2 If instructed to choose a different URL than the default value, click the Web
Options URL field, and then type the URL of the download Web site. Remember
to start the URL with “http://”.
4 After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the AP.
Upgrading Manually via Local File

If you have already saved a firmware file on your local computer, then you can
upgrade directly using the Web interface.
1 In the Upgrade Method options, choose Local.
2 Click the Choose File button and locate the file on your local computer.
3 Select the file and click OK.
5 After the upgrade is completed, the AP must be rebooted.

Scheduling Automatic Upgrades

1 In the Upgrade Method options, click the button for your preferred choice.
2 Enter the required information in the related fields.
CAUTION! Do not change any of the Image Control File, Username or Password
entries.
3 Verify that the Auto Upgrade option is set to Enabled.

4 Toggle the Interval to Check for Software Upgrade drop-down list to select your
preferred interval.
5 Choose whether to reboot immediately after upgrading, or schedule the reboot
for a specific time of day using the Schedule Reboot Time After Upgrade list.
Choosing Any Time (the default value) results in the AP performing a reboot
immediately after the automatic upgrade is successful.
6 You have two options at this point:
• Click Perform Upgrade, which starts the process and the clock. The next
upgrade occurs at the selected interval.
• Click Save parameters only. The clock starts right away, and the actual
upgrade occurs at the first selected interval.
After you click one of these two options, a status bar appears during the upgrade
process.
When the upgrade is complete, the AP automatically reboots at the time you
specified in Step 5.


You can use the Web interface to prompt the AP to reboot, which simply restarts
the AP without changing any of the current settings. Please note that rebooting the
AP disrupts network communications in any currently active WLANs.
1 Go to Maintenance > Reboot/Reset. The Maintenance > Reboot/Reset page
appears.
2 Click Reboot Now. After a brief pause, you are automatically logged out of the
AP.
Figure 88. The Maintenance > Reboot/Reset page
After approximately one minute, you should be able to log back into the AP, which
verifies that the reboot was successful. You can also check the LEDs on the AP to
verify the status of the device.

Resetting the Access Point to Factory Defaults
Resetting the Access Point to Factory

Defaults
WARNING! DO NOT reset the Access Point to factory defaults unless you are
directed to do so by Ruckus Wireless support staff or by a network administrator.
Do this only if you are able to immediately reconnect the restored AP to your
computer, to reconfigure it for Wi-Fi network use — as detailed in Installing the
Access Point.
You can use the Web User interface to restore an inoperative AP to its factory default
settings, which completely erases the configuration currently active in the device.
Note, too, that this disrupts all wireless network communications through this
device.
1 Go to Maintenance > Reboot/Reset. The Maintenance > Reboot/Reset page
appears.
2 Click Reset now next to Reset to factory settings.
3 When the confirmation warning appears, read the message and click OK if you
are certain that you want to restore the AP to factory defaults.
After a brief pause, you are automatically logged out of the AP. You must now
disconnect the AP from the switch (and the network) and reconnect it to your
computer, as described in Step 1: Preconfigure the Access Point. At this time, you
can restore the network settings, then replace it in your site for full network use.

Running Diagnostics
Running Diagnostics
Two network connection diagnostic tools – PING and traceroute – have been built
into the AP to help you check network connections from the Web interface.
1 Go to Administration > Diagnostics. The Administration > Diagnostics page
appears. Two options are available:
• Ping
• Traceroute
2 Click the text field by the option you want to activate, and type the network
address of a site you wish to connect to.
3 Click Run Test.
The results appear in the text field below each option.
Figure 89. Pinging a client

Running Diagnostics
Figure 90. Running traceroute on ruckuswireless.com


If you have questions that this User Guide does not address, visit the Ruckus
Wireless Support Portal at https://support.ruckuswireless.com. The Support Portal
hosts the latest versions of user documentation as well as Knowledge Base articles,
software updates and a forum for community discussion of Ruckus Wireless
products.

Index
Numerics release 119

renew 119
802.11ac AP
DHCP / Auto Configuration 119
R500 62
DHCP Option 82 134, 149
R600 67
diagnostics 181
R700 72
disable Ethernet ports 147
802.1Q 117
DTIM 143
802.1X 140, 149, 151
dual band ZoneFlex Access Points 113
802.1X settings 140
Dynamic VLAN 134
A
E
access control 133, 145
Ekahau 129
Access Port 148, 150
encryption 134
Access VLAN 134
Ethernet ports 15, 21
administrative login 167
configuration 147
Advanced Settings
External Antenna 129
Wireless 129
AeroScout 129, 165
associated clients 166 F
factory default 180
B factory defaults
resetting 20, 24
band selection 128, 129, 164
firmware upgrade 176
Beacon Interval 143
FlexMaster 11, 84
BeamFlex 11
FlexMaster management status 171
Bridge to L2TP Tunnel 133, 148
FlexMaster server address 90
Bridge to WAN 133, 148
broadcast SSID 133
G
C General Port 148, 150
changing the login settings 115
Channel Width 128, 165 H
Client Fingerprinting 134, 149
Help 112
country code 128, 165
Hotspot
basic settings 153
D configuration 153
optional settings 155
Data Beacon Rate 143
unrestricted access 159
default IP address 118
walled garden 158
default user name and password 111
Hotspot Service 134
device location 115
device name 115
device settings 115
DHCP

I ping 181
Port Type 148
installation
port-based VLAN 147, 151
required tools 77
PPPoE 121
Internet settings 117
protection mode 131
IP address 118
punch down block 16, 18, 22, 102
Isolated 133, 148
R
K
R300 59
Kensington lock 52
R500 62
Key Index 137
R600 67
R700 72
L Radio Network 127
L2TP 122 Rate Limiting 133, 144
rebooting 20, 24, 179
LAN4 17
releasing DHCP 119
LAN5/Uplink 16, 18, 22
LEDs 19, 23 renewing DHCP 119
reset buttons 20, 24
Local Bridging 148
resetting to factory default 180
local subnet 124, 134, 148
router mode 124
Local Subnet NAT and Route to WAN
133, 148 RTS/CTS Threshold 143
running diagnostics 181
location 78
lock hasp 53
logging in 111 S
logout 112
site survey 77
SSID 133
M standalone operation 84
Static IP 120
MAC authentication bypass 152
syslog 173
management access options 168
Management VLAN 118
menu 112 T
mounting recommendations 78
tabs 112
temperature update 115
N threshold 133
traceroute 181
NTP Server 118
transmit power 131
Trunk Port 148, 150
O Tunnel via L2TP 133, 148
optimal mounting 78
orientation 78 U
upgrading firmware 176
P user name 115
package contents 12
packet forwarding 133, 148 V
pass through port 15, 16, 18, 21, 22
Passphrase 140 verifying operation 93
viewing associated clients 166

viewing device settings 161 ZoneFlex 7352 39
viewing Internet settings 162 ZoneFlex 7363 42
viewing Local Subnet settings 163 ZoneFlex 7372 45
viewing wireless clients 166 ZoneFlex 7441 48
viewing Wireless settings 164 ZoneFlex 7962 50
VLAN 147, 149 LEDs 51
overview 117 rear panel 53
wired 151 side panel 50
wireless 134 ZoneFlex 7982 55
VLAN Settings 117 ZoneFlex R300 59
ZoneFlex smart WLAN system 11
W
Web interface 111, 112
WEP 135
WEP Key 137
wireless availability 132
wireless channel 128, 165
wireless mode 128, 129, 164
wireless security
802.11X 140
WEP 135
WPA 137
wireless settings 126
WLAN
configuration 132
workspace 112
WPA 137
WPA Algorithm 139
WPA Authentication 139
WPA Version 139
WPA-Auto 139
Z
ZoneDirector 11, 84
ZoneFlex 7025 14
EU model 17
US model 14
ZoneFlex 7055 21
ZoneFlex 7321 26
band selection 128, 129, 164
ZoneFlex 7341 30
ZoneFlex 7341/7343/7363
Front Panel 26, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42,
45, 48, 55
Rear Panel 28, 32, 35, 38, 41, 44,
47, 57
ZoneFlex 7343 33
ZoneFlex 7351 36

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