Getting Started Guide
Page 3
Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3 Dispose of used batteries according to all the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Statement 1024 Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to the manufacturer's instructions. As a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104°...
Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3 Dispose of used batteries according to all the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Statement 1024 Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to the manufacturer's instructions. As a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104°...
Getting Started Guide
Page 4
...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 Typical Controller Topology and Network Connections Console emulator for initial boot-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. To best use straight...
...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 Typical Controller Topology and Network Connections Console emulator for initial boot-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. To best use straight...
Getting Started Guide
Page 5
... not a defect. The boot-loader supports baud rates of the front panel. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is expected that the stored baud rate setting matches one of the allowed values before setting the baud rate. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the ports and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for the 2504 controller. If a nonstandard...
... not a defect. The boot-loader supports baud rates of the front panel. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is expected that the stored baud rate setting matches one of the allowed values before setting the baud rate. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the ports and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for the 2504 controller. If a nonstandard...
Getting Started Guide
Page 6
... -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; Callout Port and LEDs State and Description 1 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. If software needs to reset the POE controller, it can be used for infra-switch connection using multiple an AP-Manager or data interface. 6 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 3 & 4 POE GigE Power...
... -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; Callout Port and LEDs State and Description 1 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. If software needs to reset the POE controller, it can be used for infra-switch connection using multiple an AP-Manager or data interface. 6 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 3 & 4 POE GigE Power...
Getting Started Guide
Page 9
... emulator on the controller (software option configurable). • Optional licenses will need the following tools and information before you can install the controller: • Wireless controller hardware - Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative. Null modem serial cable to the shipping container and save it for mounting the controller on a desk, shelf...
... emulator on the controller (software option configurable). • Optional licenses will need the following tools and information before you can install the controller: • Wireless controller hardware - Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative. Null modem serial cable to the shipping container and save it for mounting the controller on a desk, shelf...
Getting Started Guide
Page 10
...-sensitive ASCII characters. • DHCP bridging • Whether or not to 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 Windows XP devices. 10 • Local TFTP server (required for downloading operating system software updates). Cisco uses an integral TFTP server. Initial System Configuration Information Obtain the following initial...
...-sensitive ASCII characters. • DHCP bridging • Whether or not to 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 Windows XP devices. 10 • Local TFTP server (required for downloading operating system software updates). Cisco uses an integral TFTP server. Initial System Configuration Information Obtain the following initial...
Getting Started Guide
Page 11
... mounting procedures: • Mounting the Controller on a Desktop or Shelf 11 Enter help to see a list or refer to it. • Make sure that water or excessive moisture cannot get into the controller. • Make sure that the power cord 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 install...
... mounting procedures: • Mounting the Controller on a Desktop or Shelf 11 Enter help to see a list or refer to it. • Make sure that water or excessive moisture cannot get into the controller. • Make sure that the power cord 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 install...
Getting Started Guide
Page 13
... to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the system. Step 3 Place the switch on page 23. Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with the controller. The kit part number is mounted on a wall using rack-mount brackets, follow these steps: Step 1 Attach the 19-inch brackets to each side of space around the controller ventilation openings to follow...
... to complete the installation: • Connecting the Controller Console Port • Securing the Power Adapter Cable • Connecting to the system. Step 3 Place the switch on page 23. Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with the controller. The kit part number is mounted on a wall using rack-mount brackets, follow these steps: Step 1 Attach the 19-inch brackets to each side of space around the controller ventilation openings to follow...
Getting Started Guide
Page 15
Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Mounting Screws) When mounting the 2504 controller on a wall using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section 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 mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down ) 2 #10-32 flat...
Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Mounting Screws) When mounting the 2504 controller on a wall using the CLI setup program, see the "Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test" section 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 mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down ) 2 #10-32 flat...
Getting Started Guide
Page 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
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
Getting Started Guide
Page 23
... Self Test When you should have connected your PC to the CLI console on the controller as the type that the power connections to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz electrical outlet. The Bootloader Options menu appears. Note When the controller receives power, the green front panel Power LED lights. Security 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...
... Self Test When you should have connected your PC to the CLI console on the controller as the type that the power connections to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz electrical outlet. The Bootloader Options menu appears. Note When the controller receives power, the green front panel Power LED lights. Security 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...
Getting Started Guide
Page 24
... data rate) CPU Cores: 4 DRAM: 1024 MB Flash: 32 MB Clearing DRAM........ Clear configuration 5. Loading primary image (7.0.114.76) 100% 31427987 bytes read Launching images... Manually update images Enter selection: If you did not press Esc, the boot process continues and takes two to access the Boot Menu... Step 3 Observe the bootup using the CLI screen. The bootup script displays operating system software initialization (code download...
... data rate) CPU Cores: 4 DRAM: 1024 MB Flash: 32 MB Clearing DRAM........ Clear configuration 5. Loading primary image (7.0.114.76) 100% 31427987 bytes read Launching images... Manually update images Enter selection: If you did not press Esc, the boot process continues and takes two to access the Boot Menu... Step 3 Observe the bootup using the CLI screen. The bootup script displays operating system software initialization (code download...
Getting Started Guide
Page 25
... 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 All rights reserved. Flags-[DUTY CYCLE] : ok Fastpath CPU00: Initializing last packet received queue. Software Copyright Cisco Systems, Inc. Installing ether-pow driver...
... 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 All rights reserved. Flags-[DUTY CYCLE] : ok Fastpath CPU00: Initializing last packet received queue. Software Copyright Cisco Systems, Inc. Installing ether-pow driver...
Getting Started Guide
Page 27
... library self-test....passed! XML config selected Validating XML configuration octeon_device_init: found 1 DPs /dev/fpga: No such device or address readCPUConfigData: cardid 0x6060001 Cisco is a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Run primary image (7.0.114.76) - Active 2. Change active boot image 4. Clear configuration 5. Do not reboot the controller until the user login prompt appears. Installing ether-pow driver - 0x6008 starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt...
... library self-test....passed! XML config selected Validating XML configuration octeon_device_init: found 1 DPs /dev/fpga: No such device or address readCPUConfigData: cardid 0x6060001 Cisco is a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Run primary image (7.0.114.76) - Active 2. Change active boot image 4. Clear configuration 5. Do not reboot the controller until the user login prompt appears. Installing ether-pow driver - 0x6008 starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt...
Getting Started Guide
Page 30
... command line. Enter the VLAN identifier of the access point manager interface. Management Interface IP Address Management Interface Netmask Management Interface Default Router Management Interface VLAN Identifier Management Interface Port Num [1 to 4] Note There is the name you must enter a password. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information Wizard Setting System Name Administrative user name Administrative password Action Enter the system name, which is no default administrative password, you want to assign to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The management interface...
... command line. Enter the VLAN identifier of the access point manager interface. Management Interface IP Address Management Interface Netmask Management Interface Default Router Management Interface VLAN Identifier Management Interface Port Num [1 to 4] Note There is the name you must enter a password. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information Wizard Setting System Name Administrative user name Administrative password Action Enter the system name, which is no default administrative password, you want to assign to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The management interface...
Getting Started Guide
Page 31
... access points use when they have different purposes. Network Name (SSID) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). The following message appears: Warning! You should enter a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as guest web authentication and VPN termination. All of the mobility group/RF group to which you enter here is the default SSID that you want the controller to configure DHCP Bridging Mode. Please see documentation...
... access points use when they have different purposes. Network Name (SSID) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). The following message appears: Warning! You should enter a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as guest web authentication and VPN termination. All of the mobility group/RF group to which you enter here is the default SSID that you want the controller to configure DHCP Bridging Mode. Please see documentation...
Getting Started Guide
Page 32
... Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Note This prompt only displays if YES was entered in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" The default value is YES. If you select YES, you select no . Enter YES to disable radio resource management. The default setting is YES. Enter the two letter country code. Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now...
... Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Note This prompt only displays if YES was entered in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" The default value is YES. If you select YES, you select no . Enter YES to disable radio resource management. The default setting is YES. Enter the two letter country code. Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now...
Getting Started Guide
Page 33
.... Note The administrative username and password you to log into the controller CLI. Values are case sensitive. 33 the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in . 5 Logging into the Controller To log into the 2504 controller, follow these steps: Step 1 Enter a valid username and password to log in the startup wizard are yes and no. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Enter a polling interval...
.... Note The administrative username and password you to log into the controller CLI. Values are case sensitive. 33 the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in . 5 Logging into the Controller To log into the 2504 controller, follow these steps: Step 1 Enter a valid username and password to log in the startup wizard are yes and no. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Enter a polling interval...
Getting Started Guide
Page 34
... 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. Note The CLI automatically logs out without saving any alphanumeric string up to change it by entering the config prompt command. For example, to 31 characters. The connection uses 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 physical port, UTP, Category-5 or higher cable). You can set the automatic logout from 0 (never log...
... 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. Note The CLI automatically logs out without saving any alphanumeric string up to change it by entering the config prompt command. For example, to 31 characters. The connection uses 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (RJ-45 physical port, UTP, Category-5 or higher cable). You can set the automatic logout from 0 (never log...
Getting Started Guide
Page 35
... a switch, 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 meet the specific needs of access points to connect access that are connecting to make the connections. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for basic operation. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to associate. Note If the link does not activate, check the cable.
... a switch, 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 meet the specific needs of access points to connect access that are connecting to make the connections. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for basic operation. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to associate. Note If the link does not activate, check the cable.