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Installation Guide

The Aruba RAP-108 and RAP-109 are dual-radio, dual-band remote access points 

that supports the IEEE 802.11n standard for high-performance WLAN. These 

access point uses MIMO (Multiple-in, Multiple-out) technology and other high-

throughput mode techniques to deliver high-performance, 802.11n 2.4 GHz and 5 

GHz functionality while simultaneously supporting existing 802.11a/b/g wireless 

services. 

The RAP-108/RAP-109 ships with Aruba Instant software. Therefore, out of the 

box, the RAP-108/RAP-109 will operate as a Virtual Controller (VC) or an Instant 

AP. However, the RAP-108/RAP-109 can be converted to operate as a Remote AP 

(RAP). For information about the IAP to RAP conversion, see 

The Aruba RAP-108/RAP-109 remote access point provides the following 

capabilities:



Wireless transceiver



Protocol-independent networking functionality



IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless access point



IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n operation as a wireless air monitor



Compatibility with IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at 



RAP-108 or RAP-109 Remote Access Point



RAP-108/RAP-109 Mounting Stand

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Installation Guide

Figure 1  Ports 

The reset button can be used to return the AP to factory default settings. To reset 

the AP:

1. Power off the AP.

2. Press and hold the reset button using a small, narrow object, such as a 

paperclip.

3. Power-on the AP without releasing the reset button. The power LED will 

flash within 5 seconds.

4. Release the reset button.

The power LED will flash again within 15 seconds indicating that the reset is 

completed. The AP will now continue to boot with the factory default settings.

The RAP-108/RAP-109 is equipped with a USB interface for connectivity with 
cellular modems. 

Use the console port to connect to a terminal for direct local management.

For primary network connectivity, RAP-108/RAP-109 is equipped with a 10/100/

1000BASE-T (RJ-45) auto-sensing, MDI/MDX Gigabit Ethernet port. This port 

supports IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliance, accepting 48VDC 

as a standard defined Powered Device (PD) from a Power Sourcing Equipment 

(PSE) such as a PoE midspan injector, or network infrastructure that supports 

PoE.

For secondary network connectivity, RAP-108/RAP-109 is equipped with a 10/
100BASE-T (RJ-45) auto-sensing, MDI/MDX Fast Ethernet port.

If PoE is not available, an optional Aruba AP AC-DC adapter kit (sold separately) 

can be used to power the RAP-108/RAP-109. 

The RAP-108 is equipped with two RP-SMA external antenna connectors and 
requires the use of two dual-band antennas. These ports are marked ANT0 and 
ANT1, matching radio chains 0 and 1.

In order to ensure accurate RF power level setting and reporting in software, as 
well as compliance with any regulatory restrictions, the correct gain for 
antennas used (adjusted for any additional cabling loss, if applicable) needs to 
be entered in software when provisioning the RAP-108. Two antenna gain 
numbers are needed for this; one for each supported band (2.4GHz and 5GHz). 
These numbers can be obtained from the antenna datasheet or specifications. 
Antenna gain for RAP-109 is hardcoded to the correct values already, so there is 
no need for any additional action on that platform.

Figure 2  LEDs 



PWR: Indicates whether or not the RAP-108/RAP-109 is powered-on



ENET0 and ENET1: Indicates the status of the RAP-108/RAP-109’s Ethernet 

ports



5 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11a/n radio



2.4 GHz: Indicates the status of the 802.11b/g/n radio

The RAP-108/RAP-109 is shipped with a stand to use on flat (i.e. table top) 
surfaces. Place the RAP-108/RAP-109 in the stand (see 

) and place the 

stand on a flat, level surface. 

To attach the RAP to the stand:

1. Align the center peg of the stand with recessed hole on the unit.

2. Align the mounting posts on the back of the AP with corresponding openings 

on the stand.

3. Rotate the AP clockwise until it clicks into place.

Figure 3  Stand Installation 

The RAP-108/RAP-109 must be connected to a network device that has access to 
the Internet, such as a router or modem. To complete the installation of the RAP-
108/RAP-109:

1. Connect one end of the provided RJ-45 cable to port E0 on the RAP-108/RAP-

109.

2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a free RJ-45 port on your modem 

or router. 

3. Attach the provided power adapter to the DC IN port on the RAP-108/RAP-

109.

4. Connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.

The RAP-108/RAP-109 is now powered on. To verify this, ensure that the PWR 
LED is solid green. 

Once the RAP-108/RAP-109’s PWR LED has come up, the device will take 2 to 3 
minutes to complete the boot cycle. Once the boot cycle is complete, you can 
connect to your company or corporate network.

If your network administrator has instructed you to convert the RAP-108/RAP-
109 to work in RAP mode, follow the process below to complete the RAP 
conversion. 

1. Power up the RAP-108/RAP-109.

2. Connect to 

Instant SSID.

3. Login to the RAP-108/RAP-109 by navigating to 

http://

instant.arubanetworks.com 

and login to the Instant WebUI. The default 

username is 

admin and the default password is admin. See the included 

Aruba Instant Quick Start Guide for more information.

4. Navigate to the 

Maintenance tab in the top right.

5. Click on the 

Convert tab.

6. Select 

Remote APs managed by a Mobility Controller from the drop 

down menu.

7. Enter the IP address of the controller. This is provided by your network 

administrator.

8. Click 

Convert Now to complete the conversion (see 

9. The RAP-108/RAP-109 will reboot and begin operating in RAP mode.

Figure 4  IAP-RAP Conversion over the Internet

The RAP-108/RAP-109 requires Aruba Instant 3.2 or ArubaOS 6.2.

Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged 

parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing 

materials. Use these materials to repack and return the unit to the 

supplier if needed.

The USB interface is disabled when the RAP-108/RAP-109 is powered from 
802.3af PoE.

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Table 1  RAP-108/RAP-109 Series LED Meanings  

PWR

Off

No power to AP

Red steady

System initializing

Green flashing

Device booting, not ready

Green steady

Device ready

ENET0 Off

No 

link

Amber 

10/100 Mbps link

Green 

1000 Mbps link

Flashing

Ethernet link activity

ENET1

Off

No link

Green 

10/100 Mbps link

Flashing

Ethernet link activity

5 GHz

Off

5 GHz radio is disabled

Amber steady

5 GHz radio enabled in WLAN 
mode

Green steady

5 GHz radio enabled in 11n mode

Green flashing

5 GHz Air Monitor mode

2.4 GHz

Off

2.4 GHz radio disabled

Amber steady

2.4 GHz radio enabled in WLAN 
mode

Green steady

2.4 GHz radio enabled in 11n 
mode

Green flashing

2.4 GHz Air Monitor mode

Table 1  RAP-108/RAP-109 Series LED Meanings  (Continued)