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... Access Point to the PC through a Network Connection 10 Launching the Access Point Configuration Utility 11 Display the Configuration Utility By Using the Default IP Address 11 Display the Configuration Utility by Using Cisco Configuration Assistant 2.1 or higher 14 Display the Configuration Utility by Using Another IP Address 16 Troubleshooting Your Connection 18 Using the Ping...
... Access Point to the PC through a Network Connection 10 Launching the Access Point Configuration Utility 11 Display the Configuration Utility By Using the Default IP Address 11 Display the Configuration Utility by Using Cisco Configuration Assistant 2.1 or higher 14 Display the Configuration Utility by Using Another IP Address 16 Troubleshooting Your Connection 18 Using the Ping...
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...Settings Traffic Statistics Associated Clients Link Integrity Monitoring Rogue AP Detection Save or Import a List of Known Access Points Chapter 3: Setup LAN Settings Configuring 802.1X Authentication Enabling the Network Time Protocol Chapter 4: Wireless Modifying Wireless Radio Settings Modifying Virtual Access Point Settings Security (Mode) Client Connection Control... of Service (QoS) Chapter 5: SNMP Configuring SNMP on the Access Point Configuring SNMP Views 28 29 29 29 32 34 34 39 40 40 43 46 52 52 55 63 76 76 79 79 91 94 95 96 97 104 104 108 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access ...
...Settings Traffic Statistics Associated Clients Link Integrity Monitoring Rogue AP Detection Save or Import a List of Known Access Points Chapter 3: Setup LAN Settings Configuring 802.1X Authentication Enabling the Network Time Protocol Chapter 4: Wireless Modifying Wireless Radio Settings Modifying Virtual Access Point Settings Security (Mode) Client Connection Control... of Service (QoS) Chapter 5: SNMP Configuring SNMP on the Access Point Configuring SNMP Views 28 29 29 29 32 34 34 39 40 40 43 46 52 52 55 63 76 76 79 79 91 94 95 96 97 104 104 108 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access ...
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... the Cluster Clustering Single and Dual Radio Access Points Viewing and Configuring Cluster Members Removing an Access Point from the Cluster Adding an Access Point to a Cluster Navigating to Configuration Information for a Specific Access Point 136 136 137 137 140 140 141 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start...
... the Cluster Clustering Single and Dual Radio Access Points Viewing and Configuring Cluster Members Removing an Access Point from the Cluster Adding an Access Point to a Cluster Navigating to Configuration Information for a Specific Access Point 136 136 137 137 140 140 141 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start...
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...Viewing Details for a Cluster Member Chapter 8: Configuration Examples Configuring a VAP VAP Configuration from the Web Interface VAP Configuration Using SNMP Configuring Wireless Radio Settings Wireless Radio Configuration from the Web Interface Wireless Radio Configuration Using SNMP Configuring the Wireless Distribution System WDS Configuration from the Web Interface WDS Configuration Using SNMP Clustering Access Points Clustering APs ... 146 147 148 149 150 154 156 157 158 159 160 160 162 162 163 164 165 165 167 168 172 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide iv
...Viewing Details for a Cluster Member Chapter 8: Configuration Examples Configuring a VAP VAP Configuration from the Web Interface VAP Configuration Using SNMP Configuring Wireless Radio Settings Wireless Radio Configuration from the Web Interface Wireless Radio Configuration Using SNMP Configuring the Wireless Distribution System WDS Configuration from the Web Interface WDS Configuration Using SNMP Clustering Access Points Clustering APs ... 146 147 148 149 150 154 156 157 158 159 160 160 162 162 163 164 165 165 167 168 172 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide iv
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CAUTION A caution provides information about a feature or technology and crossreferences to related topics. ! AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 3 Preface Preface This guide describes setup, configuration, administration and maintenance for configuring and operating a network by using Cisco software To obtain the greatest benefit from this document uses. NOTE A note provides more information...
CAUTION A caution provides information about a feature or technology and crossreferences to related topics. ! AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 3 Preface Preface This guide describes setup, configuration, administration and maintenance for configuring and operating a network by using Cisco software To obtain the greatest benefit from this document uses. NOTE A note provides more information...
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... Point Administration Guide 5 For information about all fields and features available from the Access Point Configuration Utility. The information in the AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide. Online help for the Access Point Configuration Utility pages provides information about the settings on the current page, click the Help link on...
... Point Administration Guide 5 For information about all fields and features available from the Access Point Configuration Utility. The information in the AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide. Online help for the Access Point Configuration Utility pages provides information about the settings on the current page, click the Help link on...
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...extended wireless network. Make sure you have everything you manage it can connect to check required hardware and software components, client configurations, and compatibility issues. The access point operates in Standalone Mode. If you use VLANs or IEEE 802.1X Authentication (port ... Requirements • Connecting the Access Point to perform the setup, management, and maintenance of any size. 1 Getting Started The Cisco Access Point provides continuous, high-speed access between wireless devices and Ethernet devices. This chapter contains the following sections to the network...
...extended wireless network. Make sure you have everything you manage it can connect to check required hardware and software components, client configurations, and compatibility issues. The access point operates in Standalone Mode. If you use VLANs or IEEE 802.1X Authentication (port ... Requirements • Connecting the Access Point to perform the setup, management, and maintenance of any size. 1 Getting Started The Cisco Access Point provides continuous, high-speed access between wireless devices and Ethernet devices. This chapter contains the following sections to the network...
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...Ethernet cable. Administrator Computer Requirements Table 1 describes the minimum requirements for the personal computer for the initial configuration and administration of the Configuration Utility interface. The Administration PC IP Address section describes the procedure for either major version) and Mozilla ... has been configured, security can be used to display the access point Configuration Utility Web pages: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® version 6.x or 7.x (with up-to configure the access point. The subnet mask must be enabled. 7 Cisco AP 541N Dual...
...Ethernet cable. Administrator Computer Requirements Table 1 describes the minimum requirements for the personal computer for the initial configuration and administration of the Configuration Utility interface. The Administration PC IP Address section describes the procedure for either major version) and Mozilla ... has been configured, security can be used to display the access point Configuration Utility Web pages: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® version 6.x or 7.x (with up-to configure the access point. The subnet mask must be enabled. 7 Cisco AP 541N Dual...
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... access point, we recommend that you configure the device before you deploy it in the "Connecting the Access Point to the PC through the network to an administration PC or through a Network Connection" Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 8 Getting Started... Connecting the Access Point to a PC 1 Administration PC IP Address We recommend that if you are starting from the default configuration or this is the first time the...
... access point, we recommend that you configure the device before you deploy it in the "Connecting the Access Point to the PC through the network to an administration PC or through a Network Connection" Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 8 Getting Started... Connecting the Access Point to a PC 1 Administration PC IP Address We recommend that if you are starting from the default configuration or this is the first time the...
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...directly or through or crossover cable to the network port on the access point, as shown in the "Display the Configuration Utility By Using the Default IP Address" section. 9 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide STEP 2 Connect the other end of an Ethernet ...straight-through the network. STEP 5 Configure the access point by using a Direct Cable Connection To connect the access point to the PC...
...directly or through or crossover cable to the network port on the access point, as shown in the "Display the Configuration Utility By Using the Default IP Address" section. 9 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide STEP 2 Connect the other end of an Ethernet ...straight-through the network. STEP 5 Configure the access point by using a Direct Cable Connection To connect the access point to the PC...
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... point into a Web browser, do the following: STEP 1 Enter the Cisco AP 541N default static IP address in the "Display the Configuration Utility by Using Cisco Configuration Assistant 2.1 or higher" section. • Using the an IP address assigned to a PC Launching the Access Point Configuration Utility This section contains information for the for launching the...
... point into a Web browser, do the following: STEP 1 Enter the Cisco AP 541N default static IP address in the "Display the Configuration Utility by Using Cisco Configuration Assistant 2.1 or higher" section. • Using the an IP address assigned to a PC Launching the Access Point Configuration Utility This section contains information for the for launching the...
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Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC Figure 3 Login Window 1 STEP 2 Enter the login information: Username = cisco Default password cisco. (Passwords are case sensitive.) When you log in, the Getting Started page for the access point Configuration Utility is displayed, as shown in Figure 4. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 12
Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC Figure 3 Login Window 1 STEP 2 Enter the login information: Username = cisco Default password cisco. (Passwords are case sensitive.) When you log in, the Getting Started page for the access point Configuration Utility is displayed, as shown in Figure 4. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 12
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...Getting Started Page Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to the access point if your network devices are configured with the latest version by clicking Set LAN IP Address. 13 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide Next, we recommend that you: ... Change Administrator Password. • Configure the SSID and enable wireless security, by clicking Configure Wireless Networks (SSIDs). • Enable the wireless radio, by clicking Enable Wireless Radio. • Assign a new static IP address to a PC STEP 3 Update the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP...
...Getting Started Page Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to the access point if your network devices are configured with the latest version by clicking Set LAN IP Address. 13 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide Next, we recommend that you: ... Change Administrator Password. • Configure the SSID and enable wireless security, by clicking Configure Wireless Networks (SSIDs). • Enable the wireless radio, by clicking Enable Wireless Radio. • Assign a new static IP address to a PC STEP 3 Update the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP...
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... can find additional information about CCA at http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps7287/ tsd_products_support_series_home.html To configure the access point by using CCA: STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet port on the access point to a switch port on the Cisco AP541N. STEP 2 Power on a SBCS device. STEP ...6 Click Window > Topology View. Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC 1 Display the Configuration Utility by entering a name and the IP address of the UC520 or...
... can find additional information about CCA at http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps7287/ tsd_products_support_series_home.html To configure the access point by using CCA: STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet port on the access point to a switch port on the Cisco AP541N. STEP 2 Power on a SBCS device. STEP ...6 Click Window > Topology View. Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC 1 Display the Configuration Utility by entering a name and the IP address of the UC520 or...
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... if your network devices are not shown in Figure 4. The Access Point Configuration Utility displays in a new window, as shown in the Topology map. Next, we recommend that you have been discovered, the Topology Map includes the Cisco AP541N. STEP 8 Click Configuration Utility. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you : •...
... if your network devices are not shown in Figure 4. The Access Point Configuration Utility displays in a new window, as shown in the Topology map. Next, we recommend that you have been discovered, the Topology Map includes the Cisco AP541N. STEP 8 Click Configuration Utility. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you : •...
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CAUTION If the access point IP address is cisco (passwords are case sensitive) Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 16 STEP 2 If you used a DHCP server on your network to automatically configure network information for a DHCP server on the network to obtain an IP ...address and other than the default static IP address: STEP 1 Power on the Cisco AP541N. If you have access to the DHCP server on the access point...
CAUTION If the access point IP address is cisco (passwords are case sensitive) Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 16 STEP 2 If you used a DHCP server on your network to automatically configure network information for a DHCP server on the network to obtain an IP ...address and other than the default static IP address: STEP 1 Power on the Cisco AP541N. If you have access to the DHCP server on the access point...
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... by clicking Change Administrator Password. • Configure the SSID and enable wireless security, by clicking Configure Wireless Networks (SSIDs). • Enable the wireless radio, by clicking Enable Wireless Radio. • Assign a new static IP address to use one, we recommend that you bring up another WLAN Cisco AP541N on the same network, the IP...
... by clicking Change Administrator Password. • Configure the SSID and enable wireless security, by clicking Configure Wireless Networks (SSIDs). • Enable the wireless radio, by clicking Enable Wireless Radio. • Assign a new static IP address to use one, we recommend that you bring up another WLAN Cisco AP541N on the same network, the IP...
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...address of data: Reply from 192.168.10.10: bytes=32 time Using the Ping Command to Test the Connection If you cannot display the configuration utility, you should get a reply similar to the following: Pinging 192.168.10.10 with the access point by using ping. If successful,...At the Command window prompt enter ping and the access point IP address. To use ping on a PC running Windows: STEP 1 Verify that the Cisco AP 541N is powered on and the LEDs indicate the appropriate links. Getting Started Troubleshooting Your Connection 1 Troubleshooting Your Connection If you cannot display the...
...address of data: Reply from 192.168.10.10: bytes=32 time Using the Ping Command to Test the Connection If you cannot display the configuration utility, you should get a reply similar to the following: Pinging 192.168.10.10 with the access point by using ping. If successful,...At the Command window prompt enter ping and the access point IP address. To use ping on a PC running Windows: STEP 1 Verify that the Cisco AP 541N is powered on and the LEDs indicate the appropriate links. Getting Started Troubleshooting Your Connection 1 Troubleshooting Your Connection If you cannot display the...
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... If this happens before you display the Access Point Configuration Utility window, you must use the assigned IP address to the Factory Default Configuration, page 121 procedure. Do not hold the Reset button for more than 10 seconds. 19 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start... Guide Resetting the Device by default. With the power on the Cisco AP 541N by using the...
... If this happens before you display the Access Point Configuration Utility window, you must use the assigned IP address to the Factory Default Configuration, page 121 procedure. Do not hold the Reset button for more than 10 seconds. 19 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start... Guide Resetting the Device by default. With the power on the Cisco AP 541N by using the...
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... IP and set a static IP address and subnet mask. The default password is cisco and it cannot be unique; Also, if you change the access point IP address, password, and VLAN configuration, do the following: STEP 1 Click Change Administrator Password to provide a new administration.... (The username is cisco.) STEP 2 If you do not plan to use the following links to quickly configure your Web browser and log into your access point: • Access Point Configuration • Access Point Management Page • Wireless Configuration Page Access Point Configuration To change the static ...
... IP and set a static IP address and subnet mask. The default password is cisco and it cannot be unique; Also, if you change the access point IP address, password, and VLAN configuration, do the following: STEP 1 Click Change Administrator Password to provide a new administration.... (The username is cisco.) STEP 2 If you do not plan to use the following links to quickly configure your Web browser and log into your access point: • Access Point Configuration • Access Point Management Page • Wireless Configuration Page Access Point Configuration To change the static ...