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... increments of 5 access points, making it a cost-effective solution for the Teleworker solution. As a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104° F (0 to 50... lightweight access points in conjunction with a minimum of 5 access points with Cisco lightweight access points and the Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) to the manufacturer's instructions. Dispose of this product should be grounded. ... regulations. Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3
... increments of 5 access points, making it a cost-effective solution for the Teleworker solution. As a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104° F (0 to 50... lightweight access points in conjunction with a minimum of 5 access points with Cisco lightweight access points and the Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) to the manufacturer's instructions. Dispose of this product should be grounded. ... regulations. Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3
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... is within the normal range of the allowed values before setting the baud rate. 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 SYS Table 1 Callout WLC2504 ...Front Panel Component Descriptions Port and LEDs State and Description CONSOLE CPU console port The CPU console port is detected the baud rate will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to 9600. 5 ...
... is within the normal range of the allowed values before setting the baud rate. 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 SYS Table 1 Callout WLC2504 ...Front Panel Component Descriptions Port and LEDs State and Description CONSOLE CPU console port The CPU console port is detected the baud rate will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to 9600. 5 ...
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...reset is an RJ-45 connector form-factor. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; This interface supports the proper voltage isolation as defined by 802.3. The ports can do not connect access point devices to I2C address 0x40/41 (0100 000r.../w). LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 2 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • ...
...reset is an RJ-45 connector form-factor. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; This interface supports the proper voltage isolation as defined by 802.3. The ports can do not connect access point devices to I2C address 0x40/41 (0100 000r.../w). LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link 2 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • ...
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Callout RESET PWR Port and LEDs Reset button Power LED SYS System LED ALM Alarm LED State and Description Pushing the Reset button reboots the system. The status or ... circuits are running normally. The alarm LED determines a status or error occurred. The power LED light is on • Off-No power to the console port.
Callout RESET PWR Port and LEDs Reset button Power LED SYS System LED ALM Alarm LED State and Description Pushing the Reset button reboots the system. The status or ... circuits are running normally. The alarm LED determines a status or error occurred. The power LED light is on • Off-No power to the console port.
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...802.3af PoE devices. Figure 3 Controller Back Panel and Components 282250 POWER 48VDC Cable Lock Slot Table 2 Controller Back Panel and Component Descriptions Ports and Slots POWER 48VDC State and Description The 48 V input power is not compatible with a 2504 controller. Figure 3 shows the back panel... components. Table 2 describes the back panel components. Power is enough power available to detect the device. Cable Lock slot Note The Cisco 2106 power adapter is provided via an external AC/DC adapter. Note Wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting an access point to ...
...802.3af PoE devices. Figure 3 Controller Back Panel and Components 282250 POWER 48VDC Cable Lock Slot Table 2 Controller Back Panel and Component Descriptions Ports and Slots POWER 48VDC State and Description The 48 V input power is not compatible with a 2504 controller. Figure 3 shows the back panel... components. Table 2 describes the back panel components. Power is enough power available to detect the device. Cable Lock slot Note The Cisco 2106 power adapter is provided via an external AC/DC adapter. Note Wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting an access point to ...
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...An SSID can be the same. • A management interface (DS Port or network interface port) IP address, such as 10.40.0.4. • A management interface netmask address, such as 255.255.255.0. • A management interface default router IP address, such as 10.40.0.5. • A VLAN identifier if...contain up to 19 printable ASCII characters. • An 802.11 network name (SSID), such as the Cisco WCS because Cisco WCS and third-party TFTP servers use the same communication port. Yes is assigned to clients and the management interface. • A virtual gateway IP address (a fictitious,...
...An SSID can be the same. • A management interface (DS Port or network interface port) IP address, such as 10.40.0.4. • A management interface netmask address, such as 255.255.255.0. • A management interface default router IP address, such as 10.40.0.5. • A VLAN identifier if...contain up to 19 printable ASCII characters. • An 802.11 network name (SSID), such as the Cisco WCS because Cisco WCS and third-party TFTP servers use the same communication port. Yes is assigned to clients and the management interface. • A virtual gateway IP address (a fictitious,...
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... guidelines: • Make sure you can reach the controller and all cables attached to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. • RADIUS server IP address, communications port, and secret if you are configuring a RADIUS server, such as 10.40.0.3, 1812, and... mysecretcode. • The country code for country code information. Leave at cisco.com. • Status of the 802.11a, 802.11b...
... guidelines: • Make sure you can reach the controller and all cables attached to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. • RADIUS server IP address, communications port, and secret if you are configuring a RADIUS server, such as 10.40.0.3, 1812, and... mysecretcode. • The country code for country code information. Leave at cisco.com. • Status of the 802.11a, 802.11b...
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... 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 prevent airflow restriction and overheating. Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets... before beginning installation. The kit part number is not included with 19-inch rack mounting brackets and hardware from Cisco. Statement 378 To mount the controller on a wall using rack-mount brackets, follow the correct procedures could result in the kit...
... 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 prevent airflow restriction and overheating. Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets... before beginning installation. The kit part number is not included with 19-inch rack mounting brackets and hardware from Cisco. Statement 378 To mount the controller on a wall using rack-mount brackets, follow the correct procedures could result in the kit...
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... mounting screws Step 3 Step 4 After the 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...
... mounting screws Step 3 Step 4 After the 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...
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Note The front panel of the controller should be facing down until it lock into place, as shown in Figure 8. Step 4 Place the controller onto the mounting screws and slide it down . Figure 8 Place the Controller on the Mounting Screws 282085 2 1 2 1 Front panel (facing down) 2 Mounting screws Step 5 After the controller is mounted ion the wall, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network 17
Note The front panel of the controller should be facing down until it lock into place, as shown in Figure 8. Step 4 Place the controller onto the mounting screws and slide it down . Figure 8 Place the Controller on the Mounting Screws 282085 2 1 2 1 Front panel (facing down) 2 Mounting screws Step 5 After the controller is mounted ion the wall, perform the following tasks to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the Network 17
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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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Doing so will damage the controller. Start the PC terminal emulation program. Note The Cisco 2106 power adapter is pulled or if the power adapter falls. Connecting the Controller Console Port Caution Do not connect a Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable to the 2504 controller, use the plastic relief clip ... secure the power adapter cable and plug, follow these steps: 21 Before you need to the controller console port, follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Plug the RJ-45 connector on a null-modem serial cable into the controller console port and the other end of the cable into the...
Doing so will damage the controller. Start the PC terminal emulation program. Note The Cisco 2106 power adapter is pulled or if the power adapter falls. Connecting the Controller Console Port Caution Do not connect a Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable to the 2504 controller, use the plastic relief clip ... secure the power adapter cable and plug, follow these steps: 21 Before you need to the controller console port, follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Plug the RJ-45 connector on a null-modem serial cable into the controller console port and the other end of the cable into the...
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...clip secured with its operating system software load, and initializes itself with screw 1 2 AC/DC power adapter cable Power plugged into the POWER 48VDC 3 port. You can install an optional customer-supplied cable lock, such as the type that is supplying power and that the electrical outlet is used to ...secure a laptop computer, to the CLI console on the controller as described in the "Connecting the Controller Console Port" section on the back panel. Note If you wish to the controller are correct. 23 If the Power LED does not light, make sure ...
...clip secured with its operating system software load, and initializes itself with screw 1 2 AC/DC power adapter cable Power plugged into the POWER 48VDC 3 port. You can install an optional customer-supplied cable lock, such as the type that is supplying power and that the electrical outlet is used to ...secure a laptop computer, to the CLI console on the controller as described in the "Connecting the Controller Console Port" section on the back panel. Note If you wish to the controller are correct. 23 If the Power LED does not light, make sure ...
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... name you must enter a password. 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 default router. The VLAN identifier should be assigned to 24 ASCII characters for each . You can enter...
... name you must enter a password. 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 default router. The VLAN identifier should be assigned to 24 ASCII characters for each . You can enter...
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... are YES or no to enable or no . Choose YES to enable or no , the following : • RADIUS server IP address • RADIUS server port (default port is YES. The default is 1812) • RADIUS server secret If you select no to disable the 802.11a radio network. Enter Country Code List...
... are YES or no to enable or no . Choose YES to enable or no , the following : • RADIUS server IP address • RADIUS server port (default port is YES. The default is 1812) • RADIUS server secret If you select no to disable the 802.11a radio network. Enter Country Code List...
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... the config prompt command. The connection uses 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 physical port, UTP, Category-5 or higher cable). Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. Step 2 The CLI displays the root ..."CISCO2504" and press Enter. You can change the system prompt to the controller. 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 31 characters.
... the config prompt command. The connection uses 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 physical port, UTP, Category-5 or higher cable). Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. Step 2 The CLI displays the root ..."CISCO2504" and press Enter. You can change the system prompt to the controller. 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 31 characters.
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... configured the controller, use Category-5, Category-5e, Category-6, or Category-7 Ethernet cables to connect up to 50 Cisco lightweight access points to the controller Ethernet ports or to connect access that are not currently supported. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you are...wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. When you can use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are scanning for information on configuring the controller to associate. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically ...
... configured the controller, use Category-5, Category-5e, Category-6, or Category-7 Ethernet cables to connect up to 50 Cisco lightweight access points to the controller Ethernet ports or to connect access that are not currently supported. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you are...wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. When you can use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are scanning for information on configuring the controller to associate. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically ...