Aruba 7205 Controller

Installation Guide
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 Contents

Contents 3

Preface 7

Guide Overview 7

Related Documentation 7

Contacting Support 7

7205 Controller 9

Packaging Checklist 9

7205 Components 10

Dual-Media Ports 11

10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Ports 11

1000BASE-X (SFP) Ports 12

Dual-Media Port LEDs 12

10GBASE-X Ports 13

SFP/SFP+ Modules and DAC Cables 14

USB Interface 15

Serial Console Port 15

Serial Console Port Adapter 16

Micro-USB Console Port 16

Micro-USB Driver 16

Management Port 16

Power, Status, and Peered LEDs 17

LCD Panel 17

LCD Menu 17

Disabling the LCD Screen 18

CPU Module 19

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 Power Supply 19

Grounding Point 19

Installation 21

Precautions 21

Selecting a Location 21

Rack Mounting - Standard/Front 22

Required Tools and Equipment 22

Installation Steps 22

Rack Mount Installation- Mid 23

Required Tools and Equipment 24

Installation Steps 24

Table or Shelf Installation 25

Required Tools and Equipment 25

Installation Steps 25

Wall Mounting 26

Required Tools and Equipment 26

Installation Steps 26

Connecting and Disconnecting the AC Power Cord 27

Connecting the AC Power Cord 27

Disconnecting the AC Power Cord 28

Installing an SFP/SFP+ Module 28

Connecting an LC Fiber Optic Cable 28

Disconnecting an LC Fiber Optic Cable 29

Removing an SFP/SFP+ Module 29

Specifications, Safety, and Compliance 31

7205 Specifications 31

Physical 31

Power Supply Specifications 31

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 Operating Specifications 31

Storage Specifications 31

Safety and Regulatory Compliance 31

Regulatory Model Name 32

Electromagnetic Interference 32

United States 32

Canada 32

Europe 33

Japan VCCI 33

Taiwan (BSMI) 33

South Korea 33

EU Regulatory Conformance 33

Battery Statements 33

Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment 34

Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment 34

China RoHS 34

European Union RoHS 34

India RoHS 35

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 Preface

This document describes the hardware features of the Aruba 7205 Controller. It provides a detailed overview
of the physical and performance characteristics of the controller and explains how to install the controller and
its accessories.

Guide Overview
l 7205 Controller on page 9 provides a detailed hardware overview of the 7205 controller and its
components.
l Installation on page 21 describes how to install the 7205 controller and its components.
l Specifications, Safety, and Compliance on page 31 provides the 7205 controller’s technical specifications
and safety and regulatory compliance information.

Related Documentation
Refer to the latest ArubaOS User Guide and ArubaOS CLI Reference Guide for complete management of the
controller.
The latest documentation and the translation of this document into other languages can be found at
www.arubanetworks.com/documentation.

Contacting Support
Table 1: Contact Information

Main Site arubanetworks.com

Support Site support.arubanetworks.com

Airheads Social Forums and Knowledge community.arubanetworks.com

Base

North American Telephone 1-800-943-4526 (Toll Free)

1-408-754-1200

International Telephone http://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/support-pro-

gram/contact-support/

Software Licensing Site https://licensing.arubanetworks.com/

End of Support Information http://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/end-of-life-

products/end-of-life-policy/

Wireless Security Incident Response http://www.arubanetworks.com/support-services/security-bul-

Team (WSIRT) letins/

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 Support Email Addresses

Americas, EMEA, and APAC [email protected]

Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) [email protected]

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 Chapter 1
7205 Controller

The 7205 Controller is a wireless LAN controller that connects, controls, and intelligently integrates wireless
Access Points (APs) and Air Monitors (AMs) into a wired LAN system.
There are two models of the 7205 controller that do not differ physically or functionally from each other.
l 7205-US: For the United States of America
l 7205-RW: For the rest of the world
The 7205 controller has the following port specification:

Table 2: 7205 Controller Port Specification

Number of Number of Users
Model Ports
APs Supported Supported

7205 l 4 x dual-media (10/100/1000BASE-T and 1000BASE-X) 256 8192

l 2 x 10GBASE-X

The 7205 controller requires ArubaOS 6.4.3.1 or later version.

Packaging Checklist
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.

Table 3: Package Contents

Item Quantity

7205 Controller 1

Standard Mounting Brackets 2

M6 x 15 mm Phillips Pan Head Screws 4

M4 x 8 mm Phillips Flat Head Screws 8

M6 x 7 mm Grounding Screws 2

AC Power Cord Retaining Clip 1

Power Cable 1

Micro-USB Cable 1

Rubber Feet 4

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 Table 3: Package Contents
Item Quantity

Installation Guide (this document, printed) 1

Quick Start Guide (Printed) 1

End User License Agreement (printed) 1

Optional accessories are available for use with the Aruba 7205 controller and are sold separately. Contact your Aruba
sales representative for details and assistance.

7205 Components
This section introduces the different components of the 7205 controller, and specifies their locations in the
controller. Figure 1 shows the front panel of the 7205 controller and Figure 2 shows the back panel of the
7205 controller.

Figure 1 Front Panel of the 7205 Controller

Figure 2 Back Panel of the 7205 Controller

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 The following table lists the different components of the 7205 controller:

Table 4: 7205 Controller Components

Component Description Page

Dual-Media ports 4 x dual-media (10/100/1000BASE-T and 1000BASE-X) ports 11

10GBASE-X ports 2 x 10GBASE-X ports 13

USB interface Allows uploading configuration and image from a USB 2.0 storage 15
device.

Serial console port RJ-45 serial console access port for direct local management 15

Micro-USB console port Micro-USB console access port for direct local management 16

Management port Allows connection to a separate management network 16

Power, Status, and Peered LED Provides basic monitoring of the controller 17

LCD Allows configuration of LCD behavior and other basic operations 17

Enter button Allows execution of actions on the LCD Screen

Menu button Allows selection of the LCD screen menu

CPU Module CPU module 19

Power and Status LEDs on the Provides basic monitoring of the CPU module
CPU module

USB Interface on the CPU Serves the same purpose as the USB interface on the front panel
module

AC in AC power connector 19

Grounding points Provided for attaching the grounding 19

Dual-Media Ports
The 7205 controller is equipped with four sets of dual-media ports (ports 0 through 3). These ports can utilize
either a 1000BASE-X or 10/100/1000BASE-T connection provided. However, the 1000BASE-X fiber connection
has priority over the 10/100/1000BASE-T copper connection. If a link is detected on the 1000BASE-X interface,
the 10/100/1000BASE-T connection will be disabled.

10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Ports

The 7205 controller is equipped with four 10/100/1000BASE-T copper ports, as a part of dual-media ports.
Gigabit Ethernet uses all eight wires and each pair is used in a bi-directional fashion, meaning the same pairs are
used for both data transmission and reception. Figure 3 illustrates the CAT-5 pin-out on an RJ-45 connector.
The CAT-5 pin-out pairs the following pins on a 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet port: 1/2, 3/ 6, 4/5, and
7/8.

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 Figure 3 10/100/1000BASE-T Port Pin Out

1000BASE-X (SFP) Ports

The 7205 controller is equipped with four 1000BASE-X dual-media ports for fiber connectivity only and are
intended for use with SFPs (mini-GBICs).

Aruba tests and supports Aruba optics within their controller systems. Third party optics are not tested or supported;
therefore, Aruba does not guarantee proper functionality of third party optics when used in an Aruba system.

Dual-Media Port LEDs

Each port is equipped with two LEDs that allow basic monitoring of status, activity, and configuration of the
port.
l LINK/ACT— Placed above the port to the left, this LED displays the link status and activity of the port.
l STATUS— Placed above the port to the right, this LED displays the status of the port. The information
displayed by this LED changes based on the LCD mode. The LED behavior corresponding to each LCD mode
is listed in Table 5 and Table 6.

Table 5: 10/100/1000BASE-T Port LEDs

LED Function LCD Mode Indicator Status

LINK/ACT Link status Link status Green (Solid) Link established

Green (Blinking) Port is transmitting or receiving data

Off No link

STATUS Port status Administrative Green (Solid) Port enabled

Off Port administratively disabled

Duplex Green (Solid) Full-duplex

Off Half-duplex

Speed Green (Solid) 1000 Mbps

Off 10/100 Mbps

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 Table 6: 1000BASE-X Port LEDs
LED Function LCD Mode Indicator Status

LINK/ACT Link status Link status Green (Solid) Link established

Green (Blinking) Port is transmitting or receiving data

Off No link

STATUS Port status Administrative Green (Solid) Port enabled

Off Port administratively disabled

Duplex Green (Solid) Full-duplex

Off NA

Speed Green (Solid) 1 Gbps

Off NA

10GBASE-X Ports
The 7205 controller is equipped with two 10GBASE-X (SFP+) ports (4 and 5). These ports are intended for use
with SFP/SFP+ and support dual-speed (1GbE or 10GbE) operation.

Figure 4 10GBASE-X Ports and LEDs

Aruba tests and supports Aruba optics within their controller systems. Third party optics are not tested or supported;
therefore, Aruba does not guarantee proper functionality of third party optics when used in an Aruba system.

Each port is equipped two LEDs that allow basic monitoring of status, activity, and configuration of the port.
l LINK/ACT— Placed to the top left of the port, this LED displays the link status and activity of the port.
l STATUS— Placed to the top right of the port, this LED displays the status of the port. The information
displayed by this LED changes based on the LCD mode. The LED behavior corresponding to each LCD mode
is listed in Table 7.

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 Table 7: 10GBASE-X Port LEDs
LED Function LCD Mode Indicator Status

LINK/ACT Link status NA Green (Solid) Link established

Green (Blinking) Port is transmitting or receiving data

Off No link

STATUS Port status Administrative Green (Solid) Port enabled

Off Port administratively disabled

Duplex Green (Solid) Full-duplex

Off NA

Speed Green (Solid) 10 Gbps

Off 1 Gbps

SFP/SFP+ Modules and DAC Cables

SFP/SFP+ modules (purchased separately), also known as mini-GBICs are hot-swappable, provide optical or
copper connections to other devices.
Direct attach cables (DACs) are installed in a 10GBASE-X port in the same manner as an SFP/SFP+ module.
For the list of Aruba approved SFP/SFP+ modules and DAC cables for controllers, see Table 8 and Table 9.

Other non-approved third-party optics or DAC cables are not tested or supported by Aruba on controllers; therefore,
Aruba does not guarantee their proper functionality when used with Aruba controllers.

SFP/SFP+ Modules and DAC cables are sold separately. Contact your Aruba sales representative for details and
assistance.

For information on how to install an SFP/SFP+ module or a DAC cable, see Installing an SFP/SFP+ Module on
page 28.

Table 8: Supported SFP/SFP+ Modules

SFP/SFP+ Description

SFP-SX SFP, 1000BASE-SX, LC Connector; 850nm pluggable GbE optic; up to 300 meters over multi-mode
fiber (Type OM2).

SFP-LX SFP, 1000BASE-LX, LC Connector; 310nm pluggable GbE optic; up to 10,000 meters over single-
mode fiber.

SFP-TX SFP, 1000BASE-T SFP; copper GbE pluggable; RJ45 connector; up to 100 meters over Category-5,
5e, 6 and 6a unshielded twisted pair cable.
NOTE: Supported only in ports 4 and 5.

SFP-EX 1000BASE-ZX SFP; 1310nm pluggable GbE optic; LC connector; up to 40,000 meters over single-
mode fiber

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 Table 8: Supported SFP/SFP+ Modules
SFP/SFP+ Description

SFP-ZX 1000BASE-ZX SFP; 1310nm pluggable GbE optic; LC connector; up to 70,000 meters over single-
mode fiber

SFP-10G-SR SFP+, 10GBASE-SR, 850nm serial pluggable SFP+ optic, target range 300m over MMF, LC
Connector.

SFP-10G-LR SFP+, 10GBASE-LR, 1310nm serial pluggable SFP+ optic for up to 10km over SMF, LC Connector

SFP-10G-LRM SFP+, 10GBASE-LRM, 1310nm serial pluggable SFP+ optic, long-reach multimode, LC Connector

SFP-10G-ER SFP+, 10GBASE-ER, 1310nm pluggable 10GE optic; up to 40,000 meters over single-mode fiber, LC
connector

SFP-10G-ZR SFP+, 10GBASE-ZR, 1310nm pluggable 10GE optic; up to 70,000 meters over single-mode fiber, LC
connector

Table 9: Supported DAC Cables

DAC Description

DAC-SFP-10GE-50CM 50cm Direct Attach Cable; 10G SFP+

DAC-SFP-10GE-1M 1m Direct Attach Cable; 10G SFP+

DAC-SFP-10GE-3M 3m Direct Attach Cable; 10G SFP+

DAC-SFP-10GE-5M 5m Direct Attach Cable; 10G SFP+

DAC-SFP-10GE-7M 7m Direct Attach Cable; 10G SFP+

USB Interface
The 7205 controller is equipped with two USB 2.0 interfaces; one on the front panel of the controller and the
other on the CPU module in the back panel of the controller. A USB storage device can be used to save
configurations, upload configurations, and upgrade image to the controller. USB functions are controlled
through the LCD panel on the front of the controller. For more information on the LCD panel and its functions,
see LCD Panel on page 17.

Serial Console Port

For direct local management of the controller, use the serial console port located on the front (see Figure 5).
This port is an RJ-45 female connector that accepts an RS-232 serial cable with a male connector.

Figure 5 Serial Console Port Pin-Out

Serial RJ-45 Female
Console Port Pin-Out
1
2
3 TxD
4 GND
5 GND
6 RxD
7
8
Direction
Input
Output

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 The communication settings for the console port are shown in the following table:

Table 10: Console Terminal Settings

Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control

9600 8 None 1 None

The Console port is compatible only with RS-232 devices. Non-RS-232 devices, such as APs, are not supported.
!
CAUTION
Do not connect the Console port to an Ethernet switch or a PoE power source. This may damage the controller.

Le port CONSOLE est compatible uniquement avec les périphériques RS-232. Les périphériques qui ne sont pas de
type RS-232, notamment les points d’accès, ne sont pas pris en charge.
!
ATTENTION Ne connectez pas le port Console sur un commutateur Ethernet ou une source d’alimentation PoE. Sinon, vous
risquez d’endommager le contrôleur.

Serial Console Port Adapter

A modular adapter can be used to convert the female RJ-45 connector on the front (see Figure 5) to a male
DB9 connector. See Figure 6 for details.

Figure 6 RJ-45 (Female) to DB9 (Male) Modular Adapter Conversion

RJ-45 Female Internal DB-9 Male
Pin-Out Connections Pin-Out
1
2 RJ-45 DB-9
3 TxD 3 TxD 2 5 Ground
9
4 4 4
8 RxD
5 GND 5 GND 5 3
7 TxD
6 RxD 6 RxD 3 2
6
7 1
8

Micro-USB Console Port

The 7205 controller is equipped with one Micro-USB (type B) connector on the front (see Figure 4) that
provides console access for direct local management. If both Micro-USB and RJ-45 Console ports are
connected, the Micro-USB connection takes precedence over the RJ-45 Console connection.

Micro-USB Driver
To use the Micro-USB console port, install the Micro-USB driver on the system that will manage the controller.
To download the driver, perform the following steps:
1. Go to https://support.arubanetworks.com.
2. Click on the Tools & Resources tab.
3. Open the USB Console Driver folder.
4. Open the Mobility Controller and Mobility Access Switch folder.
5. Select the appropriate file for your application. The corresponding operating system is in the file name.

Management Port
The 7205 controller is equipped with a 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Management (RJ-45) port on the front (see
Figure 4). The management port provides 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet access to the controller CLI, SNMP, and
Web interface for complete system management and troubleshooting. It can also be used to connect to a

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 separate management network. The management port has a LINK/ACT LED on its top left and SPEED LED on
its top right. During operation, these LEDs provide the status information as shown in the following table:

Table 11: 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Management Port

LED Function Indicator Status

LINK/ACT Link Status Green (Solid) Link established

Green (Blinking) Link activity

Off No link on port

SPEED Interface Speed Green (Solid) 1000 Mbps

Off 10/100 Mbps

Power, Status, and Peered LEDs

The front panel of the controller also includes Power, Status, and Peered LEDs (see Figure 4) that provide basic
monitoring of the overall status of the controller. The following table describes the different behavior of these
LEDs:

Table 12: Power, Status, and Peered LEDs

LED Function Indicator Status

Power System Power Green (Solid) Power On

Off Power Off

Status System Status Green (Solid) Operational

Green (Blinking) Device is loading software

Amber (Blinking) Major alarm

Amber (Solid) Critical alarm

Off No power

Peered Reserved for future use NA NA

LCD Panel
The 7205 controller is equipped with an LCD panel that displays information about the controller’s status, and
provides a menu that allows basic operations, such as initial setup and reboot. The LCD panel displays two lines
of text with a maximum of 16 characters per line. When using the LCD panel, the active line is indicated by an
arrow next to the first letter. The LCD panel is operated using the two navigation buttons to the right of the
screen. See Figure 4.
l Menu— Allows navigation through the menus of the LCD panel
l Enter— Confirms and executes the action currently displayed on the LCD panel

LCD Menu
The LCD menu includes four modes as shown in the following table:

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 Table 13: LCD Panel Mode
Displayed Status/
LCD Mode Function Description
Command

Boot Displays boot status of the Booting ArubaOS... Boot status of the controller.
controller

LED Displays the mode of the LED mode: ADM Administrative– Displays
STATUS LED of ports. whether the port is
The LED mode menu allows to administratively enabled or
choose what information is disabled
communicated by the STATUS
LEDs on each port. See Table 5 LED mode: DPX Duplex– Displays the duplex
for descriptions of the LED mode of the port
behavior of each mode.
LED mode: SPD Speed– Displays the speed of
the port.

Exit Exit LED menu

Status Displays the ArubaOS version. OS Version ArubaOS version

Exit Exit Status menu

Maintenance Allows execution of some basic Upgrade Image [Partition 0 Upgrade the controller image
operations such as uploading [Y|N] | Partition 1 [Y|N]] on the selected partition from
an image or rebooting the a predefined location on an
controller attached USB flash device

Upload config [Y|N] Upload the controller’s

current configuration to a
predefined location on the
attached USB flash device

Factory Default [Y|N] Reset the controller to factory

default settings

Media Eject [Y|N] Complete reading or writing

to the attached USB device

Reload system [Y|N] Reload controller

Halt system [Y|N] Halt controller

Exit Exit Maintenance menu

Disabling the LCD Screen

By default, the LCD screen is enabled. However, if the 7205 controller is deployed in a location without physical
security, the LCD screen can be disabled through the CLI. When disabled, pushing one of the navigation
buttons will only illuminate the LCD screen and display the slot, role, device name, and any alarms.
Additionally, it is possible to disable only the maintenance menu. This allows to change the LED behavior and
view the device status but prevent upgrades and configuration changes.
To disable the LCD screen, enter the Enable mode and use the following CLI commands:
(host) #configure terminal
(host) (config) #lcd-menu
(host) (lcd-menu) #disable menu

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 To disable only the Maintenance menu or one of its sub-menus, enter the Enable mode and use the following
CLI commands:
(host) #configure terminal
(host) (config) #lcd
(host) (lcd-menu) #disable menu maintenance ?
factory-default
halt-system
media-eject
reload-system
upgrade-image
upload-config
(host) (lcd-menu) #disable menu maintenance upgrade-image ?
partition0
partition1

CPU Module
The 7205 controller is equipped with a pre-installed CPU module on the back panel of the controller.

Do not remove the CPU module unless directed by an authorized Aruba technician. The CPU module is not hot-
swappable.

For LED behavior on the CPU module, see Table 14.

Table 14: Power and Status LEDs on the CPU Module

LED Function Indicator Status

Power CPU Power Green (Solid) Module power On

Off Power Off

Status CPU Status Green (Solid) Module operational

Green (Blinking) Device is loading software

Off No power

Power Supply
The 7205 controller is equipped with an integrated AC power supply of 180W.

Grounding Point
To meet safety and electromagnetic interference (EMI) requirements and to ensure proper operation, the
controller must be adequately grounded before power is connected. Connect a grounding cable to earth
ground and then attach it to the chassis grounding point using two screws.
Comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the product. Do
not allow the controller’s chassis, network ports, power supply, or mounting brackets to contact any device,
cable, object, or person attached to a different electrical ground. Also, never connect the device to external
storm grounding sources.

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 Chapter 2
Installation

This chapter describes how to install a 7205 controller using the different mounting options available. The
7205 controller ships with an accessory kit that includes the equipment needed to mount the controller in a
standard two-post 19-inch Telco rack.

Only use the included or Aruba specified cables, power cords, AC power supplies, and batteries. The power cord
!
CAUTION
should not be used with other electric equipment than what is specified by Aruba.

Utilisez uniquement les câbles, cordons d’alimentation, alimentations c.a. et batteries inclus ou les câbles, cordons
!
ATTENTION
d’alimentation, alimentations c.a. et batteries spécifiés par Aruba. Le cordon d’alimentation ne doit pas être utilisé
avec des équipements électriques autres que ceux spécifiés par Aruba.

接続ケーブル、電源コード 、AC アダプタ、バッテリーなどの部品は、必ず添付品または指定品をご使用 ください。また、電源ケー

!
CAUTION
ブルは弊社が指定する製品以外の電気機器には使用できないためご注意ください。

Precautions
l Ensure that the rack is correctly and securely installed to prevent it from falling or becoming unstable.
l Dangerous voltage above 240VAC is always present while the Aruba Power Supply Module is plugged into
an electrical outlet. Remove all rings, jewelry, and other potentially conductive material before working with
this device.
l Never insert foreign objects into the chassis, power supply, or any other component, even when the power
supply is turned Off, unplugged, or removed.
l Ensure that the main power is fully disconnected from the controller by unplugging all power cords from
their outlets. For safety, verify that the power outlets and plugs are easily reachable by the operator.
l Do not handle electrical cables which are not insulated. This also includes network cables.
l Keep water and other fluids away from the controller to minimize electrical hazards.
l Comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the product.
Do not allow the controller’s chassis, network ports, power supply, or mounting brackets to contact any
device, cable, object, or person attached to a different electrical ground. Also, never connect the device to
external storm grounding sources.
l Perform installation or removal of the chassis or any module in a static-free environment. Proper use of
antistatic body straps and mats is strongly recommended.
l Modules must be kept in anti-static packaging when not installed in the chassis.
l Do not ship or store this product near strong electromagnetic, electrostatic, magnetic, or radioactive fields.
l Do not disassemble the chassis.

Selecting a Location
The 7205 controller, like other networking and computing devices, requires the following “electronic-friendly”
environment:
l Reliable power
n Verify that the electrical outlet is compatible with the 7205 controller power supply.

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 l Cool, non-condensing ventilation
n For proper operation, the 7205 controller requires an environment with an ambient air temperature
between 0º C and 40º C (32º F and 104º F). Humidity must be kept at non-condensing levels, between
10% and 90%.
n Where a large number of electrical devices are working in the same area, additional air conditioning or air
circulation equipment may be required.
l Ample space
n For proper air circulation, leave at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance all around the chassis.
n Leave additional space in front and rear side of the chassis to access power cords, network cables, and
indicator LEDs.
l Limited electromagnetic interference
n For best operation, keep the 7205 controller and all cords and cables at least 0.7 meters (2 feet) from
fluorescent lighting fixtures, and 2 meters (6 feet) from photocopiers, radio transmitters, electric
generators, and other sources of strong electromagnetic interference.

Rack Mounting - Standard/Front

This mounting option allows mounting the 7205 controller from the front in a standard two-post 19-inch Telco
rack.

Each 7205 controller must have its own mounting equipment. Do not place other networking equipment directly on
!
CAUTION
top of a mounted 7205 controller. Failure to do so can damage the controller.

Chaque contrôleur 7205 doit disposer de son propre équipement de montage. Veillez à ne placer aucun autre
!
ATTENTION
équipement réseau directement sur un contrôleur 7205 installé. Dans le cas contraire, vous risqueriez
d’endommager le périphérique.

Required Tools and Equipment

The following tools and equipment are required for installing a 7205 controller:
l Mounting brackets (x2); Do not use for table or shelf installation
l Screws for the mounting brackets (x8): M4 x 8 mm Phillips Flat Head Screws
l Screws for system rack mount (x4): M6 x 15 mm Phillips Pan Head Screws
l Suitable screwdrivers (not included in the package)

Some racks require screws that differ from those included with the 7205 controller. Ensure to have the correct
screws before installing the controller.

Installation Steps
To install a 7205 controller from the front in a standard two-post 19-inch Telco rack:
1. Place the mounting brackets over the mounting holes near the front on either sides of the controller (see
Figure 7).

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 Figure 7 Attaching the Mounting Brackets

2. Secure the brackets to the controller using the eight screws for the mounting bracket (four per bracket) and
a suitable screwdriver.
3. Mount the controller in the rack using the four screws for system rack mount (two per bracket) and a
suitable screwdriver (see Figure 8).

Figure 8 Front-Rack Mount Installation

Leave a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) of space on the left and right side of the controller for proper air flow and
ventilation. Leave additional space in the front and the back of the controller to access network cables, LED status
indicators, and power cord.

Rack Mount Installation- Mid

An optional accessory kit (SPR-WL2-MNT, must be purchased separately) is available that allows mounting the
7205 controller from the middle in standard two-post 19-inch Telco rack. For more information about this
accessory kit, contact your Aruba sales representative.

Each 7205 controller must have its own mounting equipment. Do not place other networking equipment directly on
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top of a mounted 7205 controller. Failure to do so can damage the controller.

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 Chaque contrôleur 7205 doit disposer de son propre équipement de montage. Veillez à ne placer aucun autre
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équipement réseau directement sur un contrôleur 7205 installé. Dans le cas contraire, vous risqueriez
d’endommager le périphérique.

Required Tools and Equipment

The following tools and equipment are required for installing a 7205 controller from the middle of the device:
l Mid-mount brackets (x2) (included in the mounting accessory kit)
l Screws for the mounting brackets (x8): M4 x 8 mm Phillips Flat Head Screws
l Screws for system rack mount (x4): M6 x 15 mm Phillips Pan Head Screws
l Suitable screwdrivers (not included in the package)

Some racks require screws that differ from those included with the 7205 controller. Ensure to have the correct
screws before installing the 7205 controller.

Installation Steps
To install a 7205 controller from the middle in a standard two-point 19-inch rack system:
1. Place the mid-mount brackets over the mounting holes on either side of the controller in the middle (see
Figure 9).

Figure 9 Attaching the Mid-Mount Brackets

2. Secure the brackets to the controller using the eight screws for mounting bracket (four per bracket) and a
suitable screwdriver.
3. If the rack requires cage nuts or clip nuts, insert them on the front rails (two per rail, aligned horizontally)
4. Mount the controller in the rack using the four screws for system rack mount (two per bracket) and suitable
screwdriver (see Figure 10).

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 Figure 10 Mid-Mount Rack Installation

Leave a minimum of 10 cm (4 inches) of space on the left and right side of the controller for proper air flow and
ventilation. Leave additional space in the front and the back of the controller to access network cables, LED status
indicators, and power cord.

Table or Shelf Installation

Required Tools and Equipment
l Rubber feet (included in the package)

Installation Steps
1. Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the controller (see Figure 11).
2. Place the controller on the desired flat table or shelf.

Figure 11 Attaching Rubber Feet

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 Wall Mounting
An optional accessory kit (SPR-WL2-MNT, must be purchased separately) is available that allows you to mount
the 7205 controller to a wall. For more information about this accessory kit, contact your Aruba sales
representative.

Required Tools and Equipment

The following tools and equipment are required for installing the 7205 controller on a wall:
l Wall-mount brackets (x2) (included in the mounting accessory kit)
l Screws for the mounting bracket (x8): M4 x 8 mm Phillips Flat Head Screws
l Wall anchors: Optional (not included in the package)
l Wall-mount screws (not included in this package, the type of screw depends on the installation surface)
l Suitable screwdrivers (not included in the package)

Installation Steps
To install a 7205 controller on a wall:

Ensure that the Ethernet ports are facing down when installing the 7205 controller on a wall.

1. Fasten the wall-mount brackets over the mounting holes on the sides of the controller using the eight
screws for the mounting brackets (four per bracket) and a suitable screwdriver (see Figure 12).

Figure 12 Attaching the Wall-Mount Brackets

2. After choosing a mounting location, mark the points on the wall for the mounting holes.
3. Drill the holes and insert wall anchors if the installation requires them.
4. Align the holes of the mounting bracket with the holes drilled in the wall (see Figure 13).
5. Use appropriate screws to secure the controller.

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 Figure 13 Wall-Mount Installation

Connecting and Disconnecting the AC Power Cord

Once the controller is installed, it is ready to be powered on. The 7205 controller is not equipped with an
On/Off switch. The controller will power On when the AC power cord is connected to the AC power connector
and an AC power outlet.

Connecting the AC Power Cord

To connect the AC power cord to the 7205 controller:
1. Lift the power cord retaining clip so that it is not blocking the AC power connector.
2. Insert the coupler end of the AC power cord into the AC power connector.
3. Lower the power cord retaining clip over the AC power cord.
The 7205 controller should now be receiving power.

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 Disconnecting the AC Power Cord
To disconnect the AC power cord from the 7205 controller:
1. Lift the power cord retaining clip off the AC power cord.
2. Pull the AC power cord from the AC connector.
3. The 7205 controller is now turned Off.

Installing an SFP/SFP+ Module

Use standard ESD precautions when installing or removing an SFP/SFP+ module.

To install an SFP/SFP+ module into the 7205 controller:

1. Slide the SFP/SFP+ module, top side facing upward, into a 10GBASE-X or 1000BASE-X ports on the
controller until a connection is made and an audible click is heard (see Figure 14).

Figure 14 Installing an SFP Module

Connecting an LC Fiber Optic Cable

To connect an LC fiber optic cable into an SFP-SX or SFP-LX module:
1. Clean the fiber optic cable connector before inserting it into the SFP/SFP+ module.
2. Insert the fiber optic cable into the SFP/SFP+ module. Ensure that the latch on the cable faces the top of the
SFP/SFP+ module (see Figure 15).
3. Slide the cable into place until a connection is made and an audible click is heard.

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 Figure 15 Connecting an LC Fiber Optic Cable

Disconnecting an LC Fiber Optic Cable

To disconnect an LC fiber optic cable from an SFP-SX or SFP-LX module:
1. Depress the transceiver handle to release the latch on the cable and simultaneously pull the cable out of the
port.

Removing an SFP/SFP+ Module

To remove an SFP/SFP+ module:
1. Open and release the latch on the SFP/SFP+ module.
2. Pull and remove the module from the port.

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 Chapter 3
Specifications, Safety, and Compliance

7205 Specifications
Physical
l Device Dimensions (without mounting brackets) (HxWxD): 1.72” x 17.40” x 13.15” (4.37 cm x 44.2 cm x
33.40 cm)
l Device Weight: 10.912 lbs (4.95 kgs)

Power Supply Specifications

l 180 W AC Power Supply
n AC Input Voltage: 100 VAC to 240 VAC
n AC Input Current: 2.2 A
n AC Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz

Operating Specifications
l Operating Temperature Range: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
l Operating Humidity Range: 10% to 90% (RH), non-condensing

Storage Specifications
l Storage Temperature Range: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
l Storage Humidity Range: 10% to 95% (RH), non-condensing

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Aruba Networks, Inc. provides a multi-language document that contains country-specific restrictions and
additional safety and regulatory information for all Aruba products. This document can be viewed or
downloaded from the following location: www.arubanetworks.com/safety_addendum

The Aruba controllers must be installed by a professional installer. The professional installer is responsible for
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ensuring that grounding is available and it meets applicable local and national electrical codes.

Les contrôleurs Aruba doivent être installés par un installateur professionnel. Cet installateur doit s’assurer que ces
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appareils sont correctement mis à la terre et que le circuit de mise à la terre est conforme aux codes électriques
locaux et nationaux en vigueur.

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

Use of controls or adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result
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in hazardous radiation exposure.

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L’utilisation de commandes ou de réglages de performances ou de procédures qui ne sont pas spécifiées dans ce
manuel risque d’entraîner une exposition à des rayonnements dangereux.

This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J, Part 1040.10, and IEC 60825-1: 1993, A1: 1997,
A2: 2001, IEC 60825-2: 2004+A1.
For continued compliance with the above laser safety standards, only approved Class 1 modules from our
approved vendors should be installed in the product.

Although this controller has been tested up to 1 kV per CE immunity requirements, this product requires surge
protection to be provided as part of the building installation to protect against unidirectional surges resulting from
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electrical switching and lightning strikes. For protection against these surges in an outdoor installation, any exposed
wiring must be shielded, and the shield for the wiring must be grounded at both ends.

Le contrôleur a été testé jusqu’à 1 000 V conformément aux exigences en matière d’immunité de la Communauté
européenne. Cependant, il est essentiel de prévoir une protection contre les surtensions dans l’installation
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électrique du bâtiment afin de protéger l’appareil contre les surtensions unidirectionnelles provenant du circuit
électrique ou de la foudre. Pour se protéger contre ces surtensions dans une installation extérieure, tous les câbles
exposés doivent être blindés et le blindage doit être mis à la terre aux deux extrémités.

Regulatory Model Name

The regulatory model name for the 7205 controller is ARCN7205.

Electromagnetic Interference
United States
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
their own expense.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department
of Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de
Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le
ministère des Communications.

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 Europe
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the
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user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Produit de classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit peut provoquer des interférences radio, auquel
cas l’utilisateur doit prendre un certain nombre de mesures.

This product complies with EN55022 Class A and EN55024 standards.

Japan VCCI

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take corrective actions.

Taiwan (BSMI)

South Korea

EU Regulatory Conformance
This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) - CE.
Aruba, hereby declares that 7205controller device models are in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive (2004/108/EC) – CE. The Declaration of Conformity
made under Directive 1999/5/EC is available for viewing in the EU community.

Battery Statements
The battery supplied with this product may contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply in California
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and other certain states. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for more information.

La batterie fournie avec ce produit peut contenir du perchlorate. Des précautions de manipulation peuvent
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s’appliquer dans l’État de Californie et dans d’autres états/pays. Consultez la page
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate pour plus d’informations.

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 Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée par une batterie de type incorrect. Mettez les batteries au rebut
conformément aux instructions.

Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment

Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Aruba products at end of life are subject to separate collection and treatment in the EU Member
States, Norway, and Switzerland and therefore are marked with the symbol shown at the left
(crossed-out wheelie bin). The treatment applied at end of life of these products in these
countries shall comply with the applicable national laws of countries implementing Directive
2012/19/EU on Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

China RoHS
Aruba products also comply with China environmental declaration requirements and are labeled with
the “EFUP 50” label shown at the left.

European Union RoHS

Aruba products also comply with the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive
2011/65/EU (RoHS). EU RoHS restricts the use of specific hazardous materials in the manufacture of electrical
and electronic equipment. Specifically, restricted materials under the RoHS Directive are Lead (including Solder
used in printed circuit assemblies), Cadmium, Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, and Bromine. Some Aruba
products are subject to the exemptions listed in RoHS Directive Annex 7 (Lead in solder used in printed circuit
assemblies). Products and packaging will be marked with the “RoHS” label shown at the left indicating
conformance to this Directive.

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 India RoHS
This product complies with RoHS requirements as prescribed by E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules,
governed by the Ministry of Environment & Forests, Government of India.

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