SK6-XI-AC1300Wireless Access Point

High Performance Wireless Networks Wireless Arrays and Access Points USER’S GUIDE XR Series March 10, 2014 Release 6.7 All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced or disclosed in whole or in part by any means without the written consent of Xirrus, Inc. Part Number: 800-0022-001 (Revision J) Wireless Arrays ™ and Access Points XR Series Trademarks is a registered trademark of Xirrus, Inc. All other trademarks and brand names are marks of their respective holders. Please see Legal Notices, Warnings, Compliance Statements, and Warranty and License Agreements in “Appendix C: Notices (Arrays except XR-500/600 and -H Models)” on page 511. Xirrus, Inc. 2101 Corporate Center Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 USA Tel:1.805.262.1600 1.800.947.7871 Toll Free in the US Fax:1.866.462.3980 www.xirrus.com Wireless Array i Table of Contents List of Figures.................................................................................... xiii Introduction ......................................................................................... 1 The Xirrus Family of Products ............................................................................... 1 Nomenclature .................................................................................................... 2 Why Choose the Xirrus Wireless Array? .............................................................. 3 Wireless Array Product Overview ........................................................................ 4 XR Wireless Array Product Family ................................................................ 5 XR-500 Series Access Points ..................................................................... 5 XR-600 Series Access Points ..................................................................... 6 XR-1000 ....................................................................................................... 7 XR-2000/2005 Series Arrays .................................................................... 8 XR-4000 Series Arrays ............................................................................... 9 XR-6000 Series Arrays ............................................................................. 10 Enterprise Class Security ............................................................................... 11 Deployment Flexibility .................................................................................. 11 Power over Gigabit Ethernet (PoGE) .................................................... 12 Enterprise Class Management ...................................................................... 13 Key Features and Benefits ..................................................................................... 14 High Capacity and High Performance ........................................................ 14 Extended Coverage ......................................................................................... 15 Flexible Coverage Schemes .................................................................... 15 Non-Overlapping Channels .......................................................................... 16 SDMA Optimization ...................................................................................... 17 Fast Roaming ................................................................................................... 17 Ease of Deployment ........................................................................................ 17 Powerful Management ................................................................................... 17 Secure Wireless Access .................................................................................. 17 Applications Enablement .............................................................................. 17 Advanced Feature Sets .......................................................................................... 18 Xirrus Advanced RF Performance Manager (RPM) .................................. 18 Xirrus Advanced RF Security Manager (RSM) .......................................... 19 Xirrus Advanced RF Analysis Manager (RAM) ......................................... 20 Wireless Array ii Xirrus Application Control ............................................................................ 21 About this User’s Guide ........................................................................................ 21 Organization .................................................................................................... 21 Notes and Cautions ........................................................................................ 23 Screen Images .................................................................................................. 23 Product Specifications ........................................................................................... 24 Installing the Wireless Array ........................................................... 25 Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................... 25 Optional Network Components ................................................................... 27 Client Requirements ....................................................................................... 27 Planning Your Installation .................................................................................... 28 General Deployment Considerations .......................................................... 28 Coverage and Capacity Planning ................................................................. 30 Placement .................................................................................................. 30 RF Patterns ................................................................................................ 31 Capacity and Cell Sizes ........................................................................... 32 Fine Tuning Cell Sizes .......................................…

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Wireless Array Configuring the Wireless Array157 Configuring the  Wireless Array The following topics include procedures for configuring the Array using the product’s embedded Web Management Interface (WMI). Procedures have been organized into functional areas that reflect the flow and content of the WMI. The following WMI windows allow you to establish configuration parameters for your Array, and include: “Express Setup” on page 159 “Network” on page 165 “Services” on page 179 “VLANs” on page 204 “Tunnels” on page 209 “Security” on page 213 “SSIDs” on page 254 “Groups” on page 280 “IAPs” on page 287 “WDS” on page 358 “Filters” on page 365 “Clusters” on page 374 “Mobile” on page 380 After making changes to the configuration settings of an Array you must click the Save button at the top of the configuration window, otherwise the changes you make will not be applied the next time the Array is rebooted.  Some settings are only available if the Array’s license includes appropriate features. If a setting is unavailable (grayed out), then your license does not support the feature. See “About Licensing and Upgrades” on page 387. Wireless Array 158Configuring the Wireless Array Note that the Configuration menu section may be collapsed down to hide the headings under it by clicking it. Click again to display the headings. (See Figure 39 on page 86.) This chapter only discusses using the configuration windows on the Array. To view status or use system tools on the Array, please see: “Viewing Status on the Wireless Array” on page 91 “Using Tools on the Wireless Array” on page 385 Wireless Array Configuring the Wireless Array159 Express Setup Initial Array configuration via XMS sets items such as SSIDs and security, as described in “Zero-Touch Provisioning and Ongoing Management” on page 69. This page allows you to see many of these values, or change them locally. Figure 95. WMI: Express Setup Wireless Array 160Configuring the Wireless Array When finished, click the Save button if you wish to make your changes permanent. Procedure for Performing an Express Setup 1.License Key: An unlicensed Array will automatically contact Xirrus to obtain its license, if it has Internet connectivity. If you need to enter a license manually, enter it here. See “Licensing” on page 74. 2.Configure the Contact Information settings. a.Location: Enter a brief but meaningful description that accurately defines the physical location of the Array. In an environment where multiple units are installed, clear definitions for their locations are important if you want to identify a specific unit. b.Contact Name: Enter the name and contact information of the person who is responsible for administering the Array at the designated location. c.Contact Email: Enter the email address of the admin contact you entered in Step 3. d.Contact Phone: Enter the telephone number of the admin contact you entered in Step 3. 3.Configure the Network settings. Please see “Network Interfaces” on page 166 for more information. a.Host Name: Specify a unique host name for this Array. The host name is used to identify the Array on the network. Use a name that will be meaningful within your network environment, up to 64 alphanumeric characters. The default is the Array’s serial number. b.Address Type: Choose DHCP to instruct the Array to use DHCP to assign IP addresses to the Array’s Ethernet interfaces, or choose Static if you intend to enter IP addresses manually. If you choose the Static IP option, you must enter the following IP Settings: c.IP Settings: If you choose the Static IP addressing option, enter the following: Wireless Array Configuring the Wireless Array161 •Address: Enter a valid IP address for this Array. To use a remote connection (Web, SNMP, or SSH), a valid IP address must be used. •Subnet Mask: Enter a valid IP address for the subnet mask (the default is 255.255.255.0). The subnet mask defines the number of IP addresses that are available on the routed subnet where the Array is located. •Default Gateway: Enter a valid IP address for the default gateway. This is the IP address of the router that the Array uses to forward data to other networks. •Click the Apply button for this interface when done making IP changes. 4.SSID Settings: This section specifies the wireless network name and security settings. a.SSID Name is a unique name that identifies a wireless network. The default SSID is xirrus. Entering a value in this field will replace the this default SSID with the new name. For additional information about SSIDs, go to the Multiple SSIDs section of “Frequently Asked Questions” on page 492. b.Wireless Security: Select the desired wireless security scheme (Open, WEP or WPA). Make your selection from the choices available in the pull-down list. •Open — This option offers no data encryption and is not recommended, though you might choose this option if clients are required to use a VPN connection through a secure SSH utility, like PuTTy. •WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) — An optional IEEE 802.11 function that offers frame transmission privacy similar to a wired network. WEP generates secret shared encryption keys that both  For improved security, you should also take the additional steps described in “Securing Low Level Access to the Array” on page 76. Wireless Array 162Configuring the Wireless Array source and destination stations can use to alter frame bits to avoid disclosure to eavesdroppers. •WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) — A Wi-Fi Alliance standard that contains a subset of the IEEE 802.11i standard, using TKIP or AES as an encryption method and 802.1x for authentication. WPA is the stronger of the two wireless security schemes. •WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) — WPA2 is the follow-on security method to WPA for wireless networks and provides stronger data protection and network access control. It offers Enterprise and consumer Wi-Fi users with a high level of assurance that only authorized users can access their w…

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5/21/2014 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Request for Confidentiality Company name: Xirrus, Inc. FCC ID: SK6-XI-AC1300 FCC Part 15 Certification Dear Sir or Madam, Pursuant to 47 CFR 0.457(d)(1)(ii) and 0.459 Xirrus, Inc. hereby requests permanent confidentiality of the following documents for the subject application: Exhibit Type File Name Description Block Diagram 130-0161-001rb Block Diagram.pfd Operational Description HDWR_functional_description.pdf... Schematics 130-0161-001rb schematics.pdf Bill of Materials 100-0161-001rb BOM.pdf Reason why the material should be withheld from public inspection: These documents contain detailed system, equipment description and related information about the product which Xirrus, Inc. considers proprietary, confidential, and a custom design not otherwise available to the general public. State why the information is a “trade secret;” Since the design is a basis from which future products will evolve, Xirrus, Inc. considers that this information would be of significant benefit to its competitors and that disclosure would give competitors an unfair advantage in the marketplace. Trade secret” information is information which is not generally known or reasonably ascertainable, by which a business can obtain an economic advantage over competitors. The information is not normally released to any party or person outside the company. Sincerely,

2101 Corporate Center Drive 805.262.1600 www.xirrus.com Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 805.262.1601 Fax 5/22/2014 Federal Communications Commission Equipment Authorization Branch 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Request for Certification Company name: Xirrus, Inc. FCC ID: SK6-XI-AC1300 FCC Part 15 Certification Dear Sir or Madam, Pursuant to 47 CFR 2.907 and 15.212(b) Xirrus, Inc. hereby requests certification of model: XI-AC867 as a limited modular device. The device complies with the Section 15.212(a)(1) modular rules only when installation is limited to the following hosts: Xirrus XR series arrays. The modular device and the host are manufactured by Xirrus. This gives Xirrus complete control of the end product. Therefore full compliance of the end product is always ensured. An itemized list documenting compliance with the modular approval requirements in the Section 15.212 rules is presented in the following pages. Sincerely, 2101 Corporate Center Drive 805.262.1600 www.xirrus.com Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 805.262.1601 Fax 15.212 Modular transmitters. (a)(1) Single modular transmitters must meet the following requirements to obtain a modular transmitter approval. (i) The radio elements of the modular transmitter must have their own shielding. The physical crystal and tuning capacitors may be located external to the shielded radio elements. Xirrus: Shields are installed on the top and bottom side of the modules PCB. The shields cover all of the circuitry. This requirement is met by the module. (ii) The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs (if such inputs are provided) to ensure that the module will comply with part 15 requirements under conditions of excessive data rates or over-modulation. Xirrus: The module uses a PCIE bus for data input. The input data-rate is fixed, and cannot be over-modulated. This requirement is met by the module. (iii) The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation. Xirrus:The module uses onboard switching regulators for power control. This requirement is met by the module. (iv) The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna and transmission system requirements of §§ 15.203, 15.204(b) and 15.204(c). The antenna must either be permanently attached or employ a “unique” antenna coupler (at all connections between the module and the antenna, including the cable). The “professional installation” provision of § 15.203 is not applicable to modules but can apply to limited modular approvals under paragraph (b) of this section. Xirrus The antennas are permanently soldered to the module. This requirement is met by the module. (v) The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration, i.e. , the module must not be inside another device during testing for compliance with part 15 requirements. Unless the transmitter module will be battery powered, it must comply with the AC line conducted requirements found in § 15.207. AC or DC power lines and data input/output lines connected to the module must not contain ferrites, unless they will be marketed with the module (see § 15.27(a)). The length of these lines shall be the length typical of actual use or, if that length is unknown, at least 10 centimeters to insure that there is no coupling between the case of the module and supporting equipment. Any accessories, peripherals, or support equipment connected to the module during testing shall be unmodified and commercially available (see § 15.31(i)). Xirrus: The module was connected to a bare motherboard via a PCIE connector during testing. This requirement is met by the module. (vi) The modular transmitter must be equipped with either a permanently affixed label or must be capable of electronically displaying its FCC identification number. 2101 Corporate Center Drive 805.262.1600 www.xirrus.com Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 805.262.1601 Fax Xirrus: The FCC ID is displayed on a permanently affixed label. This requirement is met by the module. (A) If using a permanently affixed label, the modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC identification number, and, if the FCC identification number is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: XYZMODEL1” or “Contains FCC ID: XYZMODEL1.” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The Grantee may either provide such a label, an example of which must be included in the application for equipment authorization, or, must provide adequate instructions along with the module which explain this requirement. In the latter case, a copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. Xirrus: The module will be installed in Xirrus host arrays. The labelling on the outside of the arrays will display “Contains FCC ID: SK6-XI-ACXXX”. This requirement is met by the module only when installation is limited to the following hosts: Xirrus XR series arrays. (B) If the modular transmitter uses an electronic display of the FCC identification number, the information must be readily accessible and visible on the modular transmitter or on the device in which it is installed. If the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains FCC certified transmitter module(s).” Any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The user manual must include instructions on how to access the electronic display. A copy of these instructions must be included in the application for equipment authorization. (vii) The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rules or operating requirements that ordinarily apply t…

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Letter of Authorization Company: Xirrus, Inc. Address: 2101 Corporate Center Drive Product Name: Model Number: XI-AC1300 and XI-AC867 We authorize MiCOM Labs Inc, 575 Boulder Court, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA, to act on our behalf on all matters concerning the above named equipment. Any individual within MiCOM Labs is authorized to act on our behalf and take action on the application. This shall include the following: • Testing • Approval applications (includes complete product documentation package, including Confidential information) and procedures • Payment of approval fees We declare that MiCOM Labs Inc, 575 Boulder Court, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA, is allowed to forward all information related to the approval project to the applied notified body and to the notification entities and to discuss any issues concerning the approval application. Any and all acts carried out by MiCOM Labs on our behalf shall have the same effect as acts of our own.

MiCOM Labs, 440 Boulder Court, Suite 200, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Tel: +1 (925) 462-0304, Fax: +1 (925) 462-0306, Web: www.micomlabs.com the wireless lab 7 May 2014 XIRRUS Inc XI-AC1300 External photos EUT Top with shield Page 2 of 3 the wireless lab EUT Front with shield Page 3 of 3 the wireless lab EUT Bottom

Xirrus Host Array (XR-4XXX) Pictures 1. Host Array Top View 2. Host Array Bottom View Xirrus Host Array (XR-4XXX) Pictures 3. Host Array Internal View 4. Host Array Sample Label (note: FCC IDs and model #s shown are for example purpose)

Xirrus XI-AC1300 External Pictures 1. Top view 2. Bottom view

2101 Corporate Center Driv e, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 USA REVScale: Drawing No. Name: Drawn: Checked: Mater ial: Date:Title: Par t No. Sheet: Finish: Size: LABEL, COMPLIANCE, RADIO, SINGLE 802.11AC, 3X3 PCIE 830-0289-004 07/13/11 A Marvin Mackey Al Franco 835-0289-004 1:1 A 1of 1 See BOM for Blank Label information N/A 830-0289-004_A XIRRUS MODEL NO: XI-AC1300 FCC ID: SK6-XI-AC1300 IC: 5428A-XI-AC1300 2.0 1.0 1. R ef er ence contr ol drawing for Post Prin t design. 2. Deviation from these drawing requirements or AML manufacturer is not permitted without Xirrus writt en consent. Submission of alternate supply sources or alternate materials requires Xirrus approved qualification process. REVISION: REV A INITIAL RELEASE

MiCOM Labs, 440 Boulder Court, Suite 200, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Tel: +1 (925) 462-0304, Fax: +1 (925) 462-0306, Web: www.micomlabs.com the wireless lab 7 May 2014 XIRRUS Inc XI-AC1300 Internal photos EUT Top without shield Page 2 of 3 the wireless lab EUT front without shield Page 3 of 3 the wireless lab EUT bottom

XIRR04 Maximum Permissible Exposure FCC, Part 15 §1.1310 Industry Canada RSS-Gen §5.6 Calculations for Maximum Permissible Exposure Levels Power Density = Pd (mW/cm 2 ) = EIRP/(4πd 2 ) EIRP = P * G P = Peak output power (mW) G = Antenna numeric gain (numeric) d = Separation distance (cm) Numeric Gain = 10 ^ (G (dBi)/10) Because the EUT belongs to the General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure the limit of power density is 1.0 mW/cm 2 The calculations in the table below use highest gain antennas for the client EUT. Where the antenna gain exceeds 6dBi the transmitter power is reduced where necessary to meet the EIRP requirements. These calculations represent worst case in terms of the exposure levels. Freq. Band (MHz) Antenna Gain (dBi) Numeric Gain (numeric) Peak Output Power (dBm) Peak Output Power (mW) Calculated Safe Distance @ 1mW/cm 2 Limit(cm) Minimum Separation Distance (cm) 2400 – 2483.5 3.0 2.0 24.39 275 6.7 20 5725 - 5850 3.0 2.0 22.56 181 5.4 20 5150 - 5250 5.0 3.16 16.90 49 3.5 20 Note: for mobile or fixed location transmitters the minimum separation distance is 20cm, even if calculations indicate the MPE distance to be less. Specification Maximum Permissible Exposure Limits FCC §1.1310 Limit = 1mW / cm 2 from 1.310 Table 1 RSS-Gen §5.6 Category I and Category II equipment shall comply with the applicable requirements of RSS-102. Laboratory Measurement Uncertainty for Power Measurements Measurement uncertainty ±1.33 dB

COVER PAGE Test of Xirrus Inc. XI-AC1300, XI-AC867 (non-DFS Bands) To: FCC 47 CFR Part 15.407 & IC RSS-210 Test Report Serial No.: XIRR04-U6 Rev A This report has measurement results for two separate RF modules XI-AC1300 and XI-AC867. The results have been compiled into a single report for referencing purposes, see Section 2.2 Scope of Test Program; 3x3 FCC ID: SK6-XI-AC1300 2x2 FCC ID: SK6-XI-AC867 TITLE PAGE TEST REPORT FROM Test of Xirrus Inc. XI-AC1300, XI-AC867 (non-DFS Bands) to To FCC 47 CFR Part 15.407 & IC RSS-210 Test Report Serial No.: XIRR04-U6 Rev A Note: this report contains data with regard to the 5,150 to 5,250 MHz band for Xirrus Inc., XI-AC1300 and XI-AC867 Wireless modules. 2.4 and 5.8 GHz test data are reported in MiCOM Labs test report XIRR04-U3 This report supersedes None Applicant: Xirrus Inc. 2101 Corporate Center Drive Thousand Oaks California 91320, USA Product F unction:Wireless Access Point Copy No: pdf Issue Date: 29th April 2014 This Test Report is Issued Under the Authority of; MiCOM Labs, Inc. 575 Boulder Cour t Pleasanton, CA 94566 USA Phone: +1 (925) 462-0304 Fax: +1 (925) 462-0306 www.micomlabs.com TESTING CERT #2381.01 MiCOM Labs is an ISO 17025 Accredited Testing Laboratory This test report may be reproduced in full only. The document may only be updated by MiCOM Labs personnel. Any changes will be noted in the Document History section of the report. Title: Xirrus Inc. XI-AC1300, XI-AC867 (non-DFS Bands) To: Serial #: Issue Date: Page: 3 of 199 This test report may be reproduced in full only. The document may only be updated by MiCOM Labs personnel. Any changes will be noted in the Document History section of the report. MiCOM Labs, 575 Boulder Court, Pleasanton, California 94566 USA, Phone: 925.462.0304, Fax: 925.462.0306, www.micomlabs.com FCC 47 CF R Part 15.407 & IC RSS-210 XIRR04-U6 Rev A 29th April 2014 This page has been left intentionally blank Title: To: Serial #: Issue Date: Page: 4 of 199 This test report may be reproduced in full only. The document may only be updated by MiCOM Labs personnel. Any changes will be noted in the Document History section of the report. MiCOM Labs, 575 Boulder Court, Pleasanton, California 94566 USA, Phone: 925.462.0304, Fax: 925.462.0306, www.micomlabs.com X irrus Inc. XI-AC1300, XI-AC867 (non-DFS Bands) FCC 47 CFR Part 15.407 & IC RSS-210 XIRR04-U6 Rev A 29th April 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS ACCREDITATION, LISTINGS & RECOGNITION ............................................................. 6 TESTING ACCREDITATION ..............................................................................................6 RECOGNITION ...................................................................................................................7 PRODUCT CERTIFICATION ..............................................................................................8 1. TEST RESULT CERTIFICATE.................................................................................. 10 2. REFERENCES AND MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY ........................................ 11 2.1. Normative References..............................................................................................11 2.2. Test and Uncertainty Procedures.............................................................................12 3. PRODUCT DETAILS AND TEST CONFIGURATIONS ........................................... 13 3.1. Technical Details ......................................................................................................13 3.2. Scope of Test Program ............................................................................................14 3.3. Equipment Model(s) and Serial Number(s) ..............................................................20 3.4. Antenna Details ........................................................................................................20 3.5. Cabling and I/O Ports ...............................................................................................20 3.6. Test Configurations ..................................................................................................21 3.7. Equipment Modifications ..........................................................................................22 3.8. Deviations from the Test Standard...........................................................................22 3.9. Subcontracted Testing or Third Party Data ..............................................................22 4. TESTING EQUIPMENT CONFIGURATION(S) ........................................................ 23 4.1. Conducted RF Emission Test Set-up .......................................................................23 4.2. Radiated Spurious Emission Test Set-up > 1 GHz ..................................................24 4.3. Digital Emissions Test Set-up (0.03 – 1 GHz)..........................................................25 4.4. ac Wireline Emission Test Set-up ............................................................................26 5. TEST SUMMARY....................................................................................................... 27 6. TEST RESULTS ........................................................................................................ 29 6.1. Device Characteristics..............................................................................................29 6.1.1. Conducted Testing ..................................................................................... 29 6.1.2. Radiated Emission Testing ........................................................................ 60 6.1.3. AC Wireline Conducted Emissions (150 kHz – 30 MHz) ........................... 76 7. PHOTOGRAPHS ....................................................................................................... 79 7.1. Conducted Test Setup .............................................................................................79 7.2. Test Setup - Digital Emissions below…

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MiCOM Labs, 440 Boulder Court, Suite 200, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Tel: +1 (925) 462-0304, Fax: +1 (925) 462-0306, Web: www.micomlabs.com the wireless lab 30 April 2014 XIRRIS Inc XI-AC1300 Test Photos Page 2 of 3 the wireless lab Page 3 of 3 the wireless lab