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... using the Reset Button 19 Configuring the Access Point by using the Getting Started Page 20 Access Point Configuration 20 Access Point Management Page 21 Wireless Configuration Page 21 Wireless Client Requirements 21 Verifying the Installation 23 Configuring Security on the Wireless Access Point 24 Chapter 2: Status 26 Device Information 27 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide i
... using the Reset Button 19 Configuring the Access Point by using the Getting Started Page 20 Access Point Configuration 20 Access Point Management Page 21 Wireless Configuration Page 21 Wireless Client Requirements 21 Verifying the Installation 23 Configuring Security on the Wireless Access Point 24 Chapter 2: Status 26 Device Information 27 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide i
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...Authentication Enabling the Network Time Protocol Chapter 4: Wireless Modifying Wireless Radio Settings Modifying Virtual Access Point Settings Security (Mode) Client Connection Control Configuring a MAC Filter and Station List on the Access Point Configuring MAC Authentication on the RADIUS Server Modifying Advanced Settings Configuring the Wireless Distribution System...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 Point Quick Start Guide ii
...Authentication Enabling the Network Time Protocol Chapter 4: Wireless Modifying Wireless Radio Settings Modifying Virtual Access Point Settings Security (Mode) Client Connection Control Configuring a MAC Filter and Station List on the Access Point Configuring MAC Authentication on the RADIUS Server Modifying Advanced Settings Configuring the Wireless Distribution System...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 Point Quick Start Guide ii
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...File Restoring the Current Configuration by using TFTP Restoring the Current Configuration by Using HTTP Rebooting the Access Point Software Upgrade Upgrading the Software by using TFTP Upgrading the Software by Using HTTP Event Logs ...Access Points Managing Access Points in 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...
...File Restoring the Current Configuration by using TFTP Restoring the Current Configuration by Using HTTP Rebooting the Access Point Software Upgrade Upgrading the Software by using TFTP Upgrading the Software by Using HTTP Event Logs ...Access Points Managing Access Points in 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...
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Contents Navigating to an Access Point by Using its IP Address in a URL Managing Cluster Sessions Sorting Session Information Configuring and Viewing Channel Management Settings Stopping/Starting Automatic Channel Assignment Viewing ... Using the Web Interface Clustering Access Points by Using SNMP Appendix A:Default Settings Appendix B:Where to Go From Here 141 142 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 154 156 157 158 159 160 160 162 162 163 164 165 165 167 168 172 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide iv
Contents Navigating to an Access Point by Using its IP Address in a URL Managing Cluster Sessions Sorting Session Information Configuring and Viewing Channel Management Settings Stopping/Starting Automatic Channel Assignment Viewing ... Using the Web Interface Clustering Access Points by Using SNMP Appendix A:Default Settings Appendix B:Where to Go From Here 141 142 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 154 156 157 158 159 160 160 162 162 163 164 165 165 167 168 172 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide iv
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...of settings, events, or procedures that are responsible for the Cisco® AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point on a wireless network. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 3 NOTE A note provides more information about critical aspects of access point configuration, combinations of Ethernet and wireless networking concepts. Audience ...! 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.
...of settings, events, or procedures that are responsible for the Cisco® AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point on a wireless network. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 3 NOTE A note provides more information about critical aspects of access point configuration, combinations of Ethernet and wireless networking concepts. Audience ...! 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.
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... a variable or fixed value. Angle brackets Indicates a parameter is a variable. Separates the mutually exclusive choices. names Blue Text See Document Hyperlinked text. Conventions, page 3. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 4 You must select a parameter from the list of the brackets and text inside them. [ ] Square brackets [value] Indicates an optional fixed parameter...
... a variable or fixed value. Angle brackets Indicates a parameter is a variable. Separates the mutually exclusive choices. names Blue Text See Document Hyperlinked text. Conventions, page 3. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 4 You must select a parameter from the list of the brackets and text inside them. [ ] Square brackets [value] Indicates an optional fixed parameter...
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Online help information corresponds to each page on the right side of the information available in the AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 5 For information about all fields and features available from the Access Point Configuration Utility. The information in the online help is a subset of a page. Preface Online Help, Supported...
Online help information corresponds to each page on the right side of the information available in the AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide. AP541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Administration Guide 5 For information about all fields and features available from the Access Point Configuration Utility. The information in the online help is a subset of a page. Preface Online Help, Supported...
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... setup, management, and maintenance of your network, you power on a new access point, review the following topics: • Administrator Computer Requirements • Connecting the Access Point to the network. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 6 1 Getting Started The Cisco Access Point provides continuous, high-speed access between wireless devices and Ethernet devices. Make sure you have everything...
... setup, management, and maintenance of your network, you power on a new access point, review the following topics: • Administrator Computer Requirements • Connecting the Access Point to the network. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 6 1 Getting Started The Cisco Access Point provides continuous, high-speed access between wireless devices and Ethernet devices. Make sure you have everything...
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... for Configuration Required Software or Component Description Ethernet Connection to the Access Point Web Browser and Operating System The computer used to the access point by an Ethernet cable. Once the device has been configured, security can be enabled. 7 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 1 Getting Started Administrator Computer Requirements NOTE The WLAN...
... for Configuration Required Software or Component Description Ethernet Connection to the Access Point Web Browser and Operating System The computer used to the access point by an Ethernet cable. Once the device has been configured, security can be enabled. 7 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 1 Getting Started Administrator Computer Requirements NOTE The WLAN...
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... that you configure the device before you deploy it in the network by following the instructions in the same subnet as the access point IP address. (The default access point IP address is set the: PC IP address to 192.168.10.250 PC IP subnet mask to restart your PC, ... the Subnet Mask field, type 255.255.255.0. STEP 7 Click OK. Verify that is in the "Connect the Access Point to an administration PC or through a Network Connection" Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 8 STEP 5 In the IP Address field, enter an IP address that your PC Ethernet card, ...
... that you configure the device before you deploy it in the network by following the instructions in the same subnet as the access point IP address. (The default access point IP address is set the: PC IP address to 192.168.10.250 PC IP subnet mask to restart your PC, ... the Subnet Mask field, type 255.255.255.0. STEP 7 Click OK. Verify that is in the "Connect the Access Point to an administration PC or through a Network Connection" Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 8 STEP 5 In the IP Address field, enter an IP address that your PC Ethernet card, ...
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... a power outlet. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC Connect the Access Point to an Administration PC You can connect the access point 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 4 Plug the other...
... a power outlet. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC Connect the Access Point to an Administration PC You can connect the access point 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 4 Plug the other...
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... the network: STEP 1 Connect one end of the power cord into a power outlet. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 10 STEP 3 If you use must permit broadcast signals from the access point to the network port on the access point, as shown in Figure 2. STEP 2 Connect the other end to the power port...
... the network: STEP 1 Connect one end of the power cord into a power outlet. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 10 STEP 3 If you use must permit broadcast signals from the access point to the network port on the access point, as shown in Figure 2. STEP 2 Connect the other end to the power port...
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... Utility By Using the Default IP Address" section. • Using Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA). 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to the switch through DHCP. Follow the instructions in the "Display the Configuration ...Access Point Configuration Utility This section contains information for the for launching the Access Point Configuration Utility: • Using the default static IP address of the access point into a Web browser, do the following: STEP 1 Enter the Cisco AP 541N default static IP address in Figure 3. 11 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point...
... Utility By Using the Default IP Address" section. • Using Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA). 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to the switch through DHCP. Follow the instructions in the "Display the Configuration ...Access Point Configuration Utility This section contains information for the for launching the Access Point Configuration Utility: • Using the default static IP address of the access point into a Web browser, do the following: STEP 1 Enter the Cisco AP 541N default static IP address in Figure 3. 11 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point...
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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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... the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP addresses, by clicking the Software Upgrade link, as shown in Figure 4. 1 Figure 4 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...
... the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP addresses, by clicking the Software Upgrade link, as shown in Figure 4. 1 Figure 4 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...
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.... STEP 6 Click Window > Topology View. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 14 STEP 2 Power on the UC520 or SR520. STEP 4 Create a new CCA site by using CCA: STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet port on the access point to a switch port on a SBCS device.... the access point when it is deployed in a Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS) network with a UC520 or SR520. 195058 DHCP client Internet This procedure assumes you are familiar with CCA installed to any access switch port on the Cisco AP541N. Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to ...
.... STEP 6 Click Window > Topology View. Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide 14 STEP 2 Power on the UC520 or SR520. STEP 4 Create a new CCA site by using CCA: STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet port on the access point to a switch port on a SBCS device.... the access point when it is deployed in a Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS) network with a UC520 or SR520. 195058 DHCP client Internet This procedure assumes you are familiar with CCA installed to any access switch port on the Cisco AP541N. Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to ...
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... Topology Map includes the Cisco AP541N. NOTE Non-Cisco devices connected to the CCA site and the devices have connected to the switch are configured with static IP addresses, by clicking Set LAN IP Address. 15 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide STEP ...8 Click Configuration Utility. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you : • Change the password by clicking Change ...
... Topology Map includes the Cisco AP541N. NOTE Non-Cisco devices connected to the CCA site and the devices have connected to the switch are configured with static IP addresses, by clicking Set LAN IP Address. 15 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide STEP ...8 Click Configuration Utility. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you : • Change the password by clicking Change ...
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When you power on the Cisco AP541N. To configure the access point by using the procedure in DHCP client searches for the access point, enter the IP address assigned to the access point by the DHCP server into the Web browser The Login window displays, as shown in ... section. 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 disconnect the access point from a DHCP server. ! STEP 3 Enter the login information: Username is cisco Default password is changed, either...
When you power on the Cisco AP541N. To configure the access point by using the procedure in DHCP client searches for the access point, enter the IP address assigned to the access point by the DHCP server into the Web browser The Login window displays, as shown in ... section. 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 disconnect the access point from a DHCP server. ! STEP 3 Enter the login information: Username is cisco Default password is changed, either...
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...bring up another WLAN Cisco AP541N on the same network, the IP address for the access point Configuration Utility is displayed, as shown in Figure 4. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you log in, the Getting Started page for each access point is unique. If... the IP address is not unique, a conflict results causing unpredictable results. STEP 4 Update the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP addresses, by using the Access Point Configuration Utility, see LAN Settings, page 40. 17 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point ...
...bring up another WLAN Cisco AP541N on the same network, the IP address for the access point Configuration Utility is displayed, as shown in Figure 4. 1 Getting Started Connecting the Access Point to a PC When you log in, the Getting Started page for each access point is unique. If... the IP address is not unique, a conflict results causing unpredictable results. STEP 4 Update the Cisco AP 541N software with static IP addresses, by using the Access Point Configuration Utility, see LAN Settings, page 40. 17 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point ...
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... individual member, click the Access Points tab. 137 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide From the Access Points page, you to start or stop clustering on the dual-radio access point is configured with a single radio. If a cluster contains only single-radio access points and a dual radio access point joins the cluster, then only radio 1 on an access point, view the cluster members...
... individual member, click the Access Points tab. 137 Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide From the Access Points page, you to start or stop clustering on the dual-radio access point is configured with a single radio. If a cluster contains only single-radio access points and a dual radio access point joins the cluster, then only radio 1 on an access point, view the cluster members...