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...; C), taking into account the elevated temperatures when installed in an equipment rack, be sure that the power source is sufficiently rated to deliver centralized security policies, guest access, Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), context-aware (location), award-winning RF management, quality of the electrical ground before installing the controller. Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3 Statement 1040 Safety Considerations • Verify...
...; C), taking into account the elevated temperatures when installed in an equipment rack, be sure that the power source is sufficiently rated to deliver centralized security policies, guest access, Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), context-aware (location), award-winning RF management, quality of the electrical ground before installing the controller. Replace the battery only with four 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. 3 Statement 1040 Safety Considerations • Verify...
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... knowledge of access points to main office 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cables Access point connections 282297 Cisco Access Points 4 To best use this guide, you can use straight-through or crossover cables. 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...
... knowledge of access points to main office 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cables Access point connections 282297 Cisco Access Points 4 To best use this guide, you can use straight-through or crossover cables. 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...
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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 expected that there will default to unit. Note It is an RS-232 port that the stored baud rate setting matches one of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is detected the baud...
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 expected that there will default to unit. Note It is an RS-232 port that the stored baud rate setting matches one of the LED manufacturer's specifications and is detected the baud...
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... isolation (per the 802.3 specification) is configured to these ports. The POE controller is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; The ports can do not connect access point devices to I2C address 0x40/41 (0100 000r/w). 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 This port is designed so that...
... isolation (per the 802.3 specification) is configured to these ports. The POE controller is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal. do so over -Ethernet (POE) ports The Gigabit POE ports are PoE only ports; The ports can do not connect access point devices to I2C address 0x40/41 (0100 000r/w). 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 This port is designed so that...
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... system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - Null modem serial cable to the shipping container and save it for operation: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Check each item for mounting the controller on CLI console (PC, laptop, or palmtop) - Package Contents Each 2504 controller package contains the following tools and information before you can install the controller: • Wireless controller hardware...
... system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - Null modem serial cable to the shipping container and save it for operation: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Check each item for mounting the controller on CLI console (PC, laptop, or palmtop) - Package Contents Each 2504 controller package contains the following tools and information before you can install the controller: • Wireless controller hardware...
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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 the Cisco WCS because Cisco WCS and third-party TFTP servers use the same communication port. Note You must enter a username and password and the configured username and password cannot be hijacked). - Cisco uses an integral TFTP server. This means that will supply IP addresses to a VLAN...
... 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 the Cisco WCS because Cisco WCS and third-party TFTP servers use the same communication port. Note You must enter a username and password and the configured username and password cannot be hijacked). - Cisco uses an integral TFTP server. This means that will supply IP addresses to a VLAN...
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... following installation procedures: • Mounting the Controller, page 11 • Connecting the Controller Console Port, page 21 • Securing the Power Adapter Cable, page 21 • Installing a Security Lock, page 23 Mounting the Controller This section includes the following these guidelines: • Make sure 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...
... following installation procedures: • Mounting the Controller, page 11 • Connecting the Controller Console Port, page 21 • Securing the Power Adapter Cable, page 21 • Installing a Security Lock, page 23 Mounting the Controller This section includes the following these guidelines: • Make sure 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...
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... mounted on page 23. The kit part number is mounted on a wall using an optional rack-mount bracket kit that is not included with the controller. Statement 378 To mount the controller 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 each side of space around the controller ventilation openings to the system. Mounting the Controller on the table...
... mounted on page 23. The kit part number is mounted on a wall using an optional rack-mount bracket kit that is not included with the controller. Statement 378 To mount the controller 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 each side of space around the controller ventilation openings to the system. Mounting the Controller on the table...
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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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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. To run a previous release of the controller code, press Esc when the boot loader prompt appears. Note When the controller receives power, the green front panel Power LED lights. Refer to run the bootup script and conduct the power-on self test (POST), follow these steps: Step 1 Step...
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. To run a previous release of the controller code, press Esc when the boot loader prompt appears. Note When the controller receives power, the green front panel Power LED lights. Refer to run the bootup script and conduct the power-on self test (POST), follow these steps: Step 1 Step...
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... EDT) multi-call binary starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt level = header 24 Format FLASH Drive 6. Do not reboot the controller until the user login prompt appears. Clear configuration 5. The bootup script displays operating system software initialization (code download and POST verification) and basic configuration as shown in the following menu Boot Loader Menu 1. Model: 1GB CompactFlash Card Firm: CF B612J...
... EDT) multi-call binary starting pid 672, tty '': '/etc/init.d/rcS' type = block dump-device = 254:4 disrupt level = header 24 Format FLASH Drive 6. Do not reboot the controller until the user login prompt appears. Clear configuration 5. The bootup script displays operating system software initialization (code download and POST verification) and basic configuration as shown in the following menu Boot Loader Menu 1. Model: 1GB CompactFlash Card Firm: CF B612J...
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...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 compress = none ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... Software Copyright Cisco Systems, Inc. SDK-1.8.0, build 269. Installing ether-pow driver...
...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 compress = none ifconfig: SIOCGIFFLAGS: No such device Detecting Hardware ... Software Copyright Cisco Systems, Inc. SDK-1.8.0, build 269. Installing ether-pow driver...
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... such device Detecting Hardware ... Loading primary image (7.0.114.76) 100% 31427987 bytes read Launching images... 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 System Services: ok Starting Fastpath Hardware Acceleration: ok Starting Fastpath Console redirect : ok 27 Run primary image (7.0.114.76) - Format FLASH Drive 6. Run backup...
... such device Detecting Hardware ... Loading primary image (7.0.114.76) 100% 31427987 bytes read Launching images... 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 System Services: ok Starting Fastpath Hardware Acceleration: ok Starting Fastpath Console redirect : ok 27 Run primary image (7.0.114.76) - Format FLASH Drive 6. Run backup...
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... to match the switch interface configuration. Enter the IP address of the management interface. Note Press the hyphen key if you must enter a password. Enter the IP address of the default router. Enter the IP address of the access point manager interface. You can access the controller GUI interface using the management interface IP address. Enter the administrative user name to be set to the controller. Ports values are 1 to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The VLAN identifier should...
... to match the switch interface configuration. Enter the IP address of the management interface. Note Press the hyphen key if you must enter a password. Enter the IP address of the default router. Enter the IP address of the access point manager interface. You can access the controller GUI interface using the management interface IP address. Enter the administrative user name to be set to the controller. Ports values are 1 to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The VLAN identifier should...
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... access points use when they have different purposes. The default WLAN security policy requires a RADIUS server. Network Name (SSID) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). Values are usually also in the same mobility group and vice versa. You should enter a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as guest web authentication and VPN termination. The virtual interface is assigned to configure DHCP Bridging Mode. Both groups define clusters of the controller virtual interface. Configure DHCP Bridging Mode...
... access points use when they have different purposes. The default WLAN security policy requires a RADIUS server. Network Name (SSID) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). Values are usually also in the same mobility group and vice versa. You should enter a fictitious, unassigned IP address, such as guest web authentication and VPN termination. The virtual interface is assigned to configure DHCP Bridging Mode. Both groups define clusters of the controller virtual interface. Configure DHCP Bridging Mode...
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... following : • RADIUS server IP address • RADIUS server port (default port is YES. Enter YES to disable radio resource management. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Values are YES or no to enable or no . If you select YES, you select no . Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? Note This prompt...
... following : • RADIUS server IP address • RADIUS server port (default port is YES. Enter YES to disable radio resource management. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Values are YES or no to enable or no . If you select YES, you select no . Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? Note This prompt...
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... 1 Enter a valid username and password to log in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Enter yes if the configuration entered is entered. If yes is correct. 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. the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in the startup...
... 1 Enter a valid username and password to log in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Enter yes if the configuration entered is entered. If yes is correct. 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. the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in the startup...
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...-7 Ethernet cables to connect the office network equipment to main office Network 34 Firewall Office network 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable 282298 Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. You can set the automatic logout from the network (802.11 distribution system) to 160 minutes using double quotation marks. For example, to change it by entering the config prompt command...
...-7 Ethernet cables to connect the office network equipment to main office Network 34 Firewall Office network 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable 282298 Figure 13 External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection to the controller. You can set the automatic logout from the network (802.11 distribution system) to 160 minutes using double quotation marks. For example, to change it by entering the config prompt command...
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... start transmitting and allowing clients to a hub or a switch, use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported. You have configured the controller, use an MDI-X or MDI cable (crossover or straight-through cable. Connecting Access Points After you have prepared the controller for basic operation. Note Direct connection of your wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for a controller. The controller has an auto...
... start transmitting and allowing clients to a hub or a switch, use a straight-through ) to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported. You have configured the controller, use an MDI-X or MDI cable (crossover or straight-through cable. Connecting Access Points After you have prepared the controller for basic operation. Note Direct connection of your wireless network. 35 Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for a controller. The controller has an auto...