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... mounted in an equipment rack, be sure that the ambient temperature remains between wireless access points and other devices to deliver centralized security policies, guest access, Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), context-aware (location), award-winning RF management, quality of a suitably installed ground conductor. Introduction to the Controller The 2504 controller works in the absence of services for mobility services such as voice and video, and OEAP support...
... mounted in an equipment rack, be sure that the ambient temperature remains between wireless access points and other devices to deliver centralized security policies, guest access, Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), context-aware (location), award-winning RF management, quality of a suitably installed ground conductor. Introduction to the Controller The 2504 controller works in the absence of services for mobility services such as voice and video, and OEAP support...
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...-up Null modem serial cable (DB-9 -> RJ-45) to console connection Cisco WCS software, web user interface 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Network Distribution system connection LAN link for management software connections WAN or LAN connection to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you should have already designed the wireless topology of your network and have a working knowledge of access points to main office 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cables Access point connections 282297 Cisco Access Points 4 Figure 1 shows...
...-up Null modem serial cable (DB-9 -> RJ-45) to console connection Cisco WCS software, web user interface 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Network Distribution system connection LAN link for management software connections WAN or LAN connection to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you should have already designed the wireless topology of your network and have a working knowledge of access points to main office 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cables Access point connections 282297 Cisco Access Points 4 Figure 1 shows...
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... the baud rate will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to 9600. 5 Figure 2 shows the front panel and location of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is not a defect. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the front panel. Figure 2 Front Panel and LEDs 282249 CONSOLE CONSOLE CISCO 2500 Series WIRELESS CONTROLLER RESET Model 2504 1 2 3 4 PWR SYS ALM RESET 1 2 3-4 POE PWR ALM...
... the baud rate will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to 9600. 5 Figure 2 shows the front panel and location of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is not a defect. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the front panel. Figure 2 Front Panel and LEDs 282249 CONSOLE CONSOLE CISCO 2500 Series WIRELESS CONTROLLER RESET Model 2504 1 2 3 4 PWR SYS ALM RESET 1 2 3-4 POE PWR ALM...
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.... They provide a I2C communications channel between the PSE controller and host CPU TWSI bus #1. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 2 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is configured to reset the POE controller, it can be used for infra-switch connection using multiple an AP-Manager or data interface. 6 LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 3 & 4 POE GigE Power-over I2C.
.... They provide a I2C communications channel between the PSE controller and host CPU TWSI bus #1. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 2 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is configured to reset the POE controller, it can be used for infra-switch connection using multiple an AP-Manager or data interface. 6 LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 3 & 4 POE GigE Power-over I2C.
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... clip and screw. • Optional hardware will be included, if selected. VT-100 terminal emulator on controller at factory, if selected. • Two Number 6 Phillips pan-head screws for operation: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Null modem serial cable to connect CLI console and controller 9 Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - If any item is damaged...
... clip and screw. • Optional hardware will be included, if selected. VT-100 terminal emulator on controller at factory, if selected. • Two Number 6 Phillips pan-head screws for operation: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Null modem serial cable to connect CLI console and controller 9 Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - If any item is damaged...
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...clients and the management interface. • A virtual gateway IP address (a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as 1.1.1.1, used by all Cisco wireless controller Layer 3 security and mobility managers). • A Cisco wireless controller mobility or RF group name, such as 40 or 0 for downloading operating system software updates). • Local TFTP server (required for an untagged VLAN. • A management interface port, such as 1. • A management interface DHCP server IP address, such as 10.40.0.6 (the IP address of the default DHCP server that third-party TFTP servers...
...clients and the management interface. • A virtual gateway IP address (a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as 1.1.1.1, used by all Cisco wireless controller Layer 3 security and mobility managers). • A Cisco wireless controller mobility or RF group name, such as 40 or 0 for downloading operating system software updates). • Local TFTP server (required for an untagged VLAN. • A management interface port, such as 1. • A management interface DHCP server IP address, such as 10.40.0.6 (the IP address of the default DHCP server that third-party TFTP servers...
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... server IP address, communications port, and secret if you install it . • Make sure that water or excessive moisture cannot get into the controller. • Make sure that the power cord can reach a 100 to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. This guide is not obstructed. Leave at cisco.com. • Status of the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n networks...
... server IP address, communications port, and secret if you install it . • Make sure that water or excessive moisture cannot get into the controller. • Make sure that the power cord can reach a 100 to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. This guide is not obstructed. Leave at cisco.com. • Status of the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n networks...
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Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with 19-inch rack mounting brackets and hardware from Cisco. Step 3 Place the switch on page 23. Step 4 Step 5 After the controller is mounted on a shelf or desk, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup...
Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with 19-inch rack mounting brackets and hardware from Cisco. Step 3 Place the switch on page 23. Step 4 Step 5 After the controller is mounted on a shelf or desk, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup...
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... controller is mounted on the wall, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section on a wall using mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down. 15 Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Mounting Screws) When mounting the 2504 controller...
... controller is mounted on the wall, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section on a wall using mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down. 15 Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Mounting Screws) When mounting the 2504 controller...
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Figure 10 Mounting the Controller in a 19-Inch Rack 1 282086 1 #10-32 pan-head screws or #12-24 slotted head screws Step 3 Step 4 After the controller is mounted in the rack, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section on page 23. 20
Figure 10 Mounting the Controller in a 19-Inch Rack 1 282086 1 #10-32 pan-head screws or #12-24 slotted head screws Step 3 Step 4 After the controller is mounted in the rack, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section on page 23. 20
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... used to secure a laptop computer, to Figure 3 for the location of the controller. The Bootloader Options menu appears. Refer to secure the controller. If the Power LED does not light, make sure that the power connections to the CLI console on the controller as described in the "Connecting the Controller Console Port" section on page 21. Security clip secured with its operating system software load, and initializes itself with screw 1 2 AC/DC power adapter cable Power...
... used to secure a laptop computer, to Figure 3 for the location of the controller. The Bootloader Options menu appears. Refer to secure the controller. If the Power LED does not light, make sure that the power connections to the CLI console on the controller as described in the "Connecting the Controller Console Port" section on page 21. Security clip secured with its operating system software load, and initializes itself with screw 1 2 AC/DC power adapter cable Power...
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... Flash: 32 MB Clearing DRAM........ done Network: octeth0', octeth1, octeth2, octeth3 ' - Environment MAC address override CF Bus 0 (IDE): OK IDE device 0: - Continue booting the controller or press Esc to access the following bootup display example: CISCO SYSTEMS WLCNG Boot Loader Version 1.0.15 (Built on Nov 23 2010 at 07:51:36 by cisco) Board Revision 0.0 (SN: PSJ143302MT, Type: AIR-CT2504-K9) (P) Verifying boot loader integrity... Run backup...
... Flash: 32 MB Clearing DRAM........ done Network: octeth0', octeth1, octeth2, octeth3 ' - Environment MAC address override CF Bus 0 (IDE): OK IDE device 0: - Continue booting the controller or press Esc to access the following bootup display example: CISCO SYSTEMS WLCNG Boot Loader Version 1.0.15 (Built on Nov 23 2010 at 07:51:36 by cisco) Board Revision 0.0 (SN: PSJ143302MT, Type: AIR-CT2504-K9) (P) Verifying boot loader integrity... Run backup...
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... ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... All rights reserved. SDK-1.8.0, build 269. Starting Switching Services: ok Starting QoS Services: ok Starting Policy Manager: ok Starting Data Transport Link Layer: ok Starting Access Control List Services: ok Starting System Interfaces: ok Starting Client Troubleshooting Service: ok Starting Management Frame Protection: ok Starting Certificate Database: ok Starting VPN Services: ok Starting Licensing Services: ok Starting LWAPP: ok Starting CAPWAP: ok Starting LOCP: ok Starting Security Services: ok 25 Fastpath CPU01...
... ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... All rights reserved. SDK-1.8.0, build 269. Starting Switching Services: ok Starting QoS Services: ok Starting Policy Manager: ok Starting Data Transport Link Layer: ok Starting Access Control List Services: ok Starting System Interfaces: ok Starting Client Troubleshooting Service: ok Starting Management Frame Protection: ok Starting Certificate Database: ok Starting VPN Services: ok Starting Licensing Services: ok Starting LWAPP: ok Starting CAPWAP: ok Starting LOCP: ok Starting Security Services: ok 25 Fastpath CPU01...
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... boot process continues and takes two to access the following menu: 1. Installing ether-pow driver - 0x6008 starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt level = header compress = none ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... Cisco AireOS Version 7.0.114.76 Firmware Version PIC 14.0 Initializing OS Services: ok Initializing Serial Services: ok Initializing Network Services: ok Initializing Licensing Services: ok Starting ARP Services: ok Starting Trap Manager: ok Starting Network Interface Management Services: ok Starting...
... boot process continues and takes two to access the following menu: 1. Installing ether-pow driver - 0x6008 starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt level = header compress = none ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... Cisco AireOS Version 7.0.114.76 Firmware Version PIC 14.0 Initializing OS Services: ok Initializing Serial Services: ok Initializing Network Services: ok Initializing Licensing Services: ok Starting ARP Services: ok Starting Trap Manager: ok Starting Network Interface Management Services: ok Starting...
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... controller. Management Interface IP Address Management Interface Netmask Management Interface Default Router Management Interface VLAN Identifier Management Interface Port Num [1 to match the switch interface configuration. Enter the IP address of the management interface. Ports values are 1 to the previous command line. Enter the IP address of the access point manager interface. Enter the port number of the management interface netmask. Enter the administrative user name to be set to 4] Note There is admin. You can enter from 3 to 24 ASCII characters for each . Table...
... controller. Management Interface IP Address Management Interface Netmask Management Interface Default Router Management Interface VLAN Identifier Management Interface Port Num [1 to match the switch interface configuration. Enter the IP address of the management interface. Ports values are 1 to the previous command line. Enter the IP address of the access point manager interface. Enter the port number of the management interface netmask. Enter the administrative user name to be set to 4] Note There is admin. You can enter from 3 to 24 ASCII characters for each . Table...
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... the default SSID that the access points use when they have different purposes. All of the controller virtual interface. Please see documentation for more details. 31 Configure DHCP Bridging Mode Enter yes to belong. The following message appears: Warning! Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action Management Interface DHCP Server IP Address Enter the management interface DHCP server IP address. Mobility/RF Group Name If desired, enter the name of controllers, but they join a controller. Virtual Gateway IP Address...
... the default SSID that the access points use when they have different purposes. All of the controller virtual interface. Please see documentation for more details. 31 Configure DHCP Bridging Mode Enter yes to belong. The following message appears: Warning! Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action Management Interface DHCP Server IP Address Enter the management interface DHCP server IP address. Mobility/RF Group Name If desired, enter the name of controllers, but they join a controller. Virtual Gateway IP Address...
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... the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Please see a list of countries. The default is the United States (US). Enter YES to make clients request an IP address from a DHCP server. prompt. 32 The default setting is YES. The default is YES. Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? The default is 1812...
... the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Please see a list of countries. The default is the United States (US). Enter YES to make clients request an IP address from a DHCP server. prompt. 32 The default setting is YES. The default is YES. Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? The default is 1812...
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.... 33 Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Enter a polling interval between 3600 and 604800 secs Action Enter the polling interval between 3600 and 604800 seconds. Note The administrative username and password you to log in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Note This prompt only displays if YES was entered in . 5 Logging into the Controller To log into the 2504 controller, follow...
.... 33 Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Enter a polling interval between 3600 and 604800 secs Action Enter the polling interval between 3600 and 604800 seconds. Note The administrative username and password you to log in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Note This prompt only displays if YES was entered in . 5 Logging into the Controller To log into the 2504 controller, follow...
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... to change it by entering the config prompt command. Make sure you enter the new prompt using the config serial timeout command. 6 Connecting to the Network Figure 13 shows the connection from 0 (never log out) to the controller. Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. For example, to CISCO2504, enter config prompt "CISCO2504" and press Enter. You can set the...
... to change it by entering the config prompt command. Make sure you enter the new prompt using the config serial timeout command. 6 Connecting to the Network Figure 13 shows the connection from 0 (never log out) to the controller. Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. For example, to CISCO2504, enter config prompt "CISCO2504" and press Enter. You can set the...
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... Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to connect access that are not currently supported. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for information on configuring the controller to meet the specific needs of access points to make the connections. Note Direct connection of your wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. Connecting Access Points After you are connecting to a hub or a switch, use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless...
... Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to connect access that are not currently supported. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for information on configuring the controller to meet the specific needs of access points to make the connections. Note Direct connection of your wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. Connecting Access Points After you are connecting to a hub or a switch, use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless...