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... mounted in increments of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104° F (0 to the manufacturer's instructions. Warning There is the danger of a suitably installed ground conductor. Statement 1024 Warning Ultimate disposal of 5 access points, making it a cost-effective solution for the Teleworker solution. As a component of 5 access points with Cisco lightweight access points and the Cisco Wireless Control...
... mounted in increments of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN), the 2504 controller provides real-time communication between 32 to 104° F (0 to the manufacturer's instructions. Warning There is the danger of a suitably installed ground conductor. Statement 1024 Warning Ultimate disposal of 5 access points, making it a cost-effective solution for the Teleworker solution. As a component of 5 access points with Cisco lightweight access points and the Cisco Wireless Control...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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... 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. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the front panel. Note It is an RS-232 port that the stored baud rate setting...
... 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. At boot-up the controller configures the RS-232 port as a console port with default settings of the front panel. Note It is an RS-232 port that the stored baud rate setting...
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.... LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link Note Ports 3 and 4 are RJ-45 connector form-factor. The ports can do not connect access point devices 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 1500 VAC rms isolation (per the 802.3 specification) is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal...
.... LED description: • Green or Blinking Green-Link activity • Off-No link Note Ports 3 and 4 are RJ-45 connector form-factor. The ports can do not connect access point devices 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 1500 VAC rms isolation (per the 802.3 specification) is met between chassis ground and any 48V/Ethernet signal...
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... items: • One Cisco 2504 Wireless Controller. • One Power supply and power cord (power cord option configurable). • Cisco 2504 Wireless Controller software pre-loaded on the controller (software option configurable). • Optional licenses will be pre-installed on controller at factory, if selected. • Two Number 6 Phillips pan-head screws for mounting the controller on CLI console (PC, laptop, or palmtop) - Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - VT-100 terminal emulator...
... items: • One Cisco 2504 Wireless Controller. • One Power supply and power cord (power cord option configurable). • Cisco 2504 Wireless Controller software pre-loaded on the controller (software option configurable). • Optional licenses will be pre-installed on controller at factory, if selected. • Two Number 6 Phillips pan-head screws for mounting the controller on CLI console (PC, laptop, or palmtop) - Network, operating system service network, and access point cables as required • Command-line interface (CLI) console - VT-100 terminal emulator...
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... 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. This means that will supply IP addresses to allow static IP addresses from your wireless LAN or network administrator: • A system (controller name), such as 40 or 0 for Windows XP devices...
... 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. This means that will supply IP addresses to allow static IP addresses from your wireless LAN or network administrator: • A system (controller name), such as 40 or 0 for Windows XP devices...
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... electrical outlet. 3 Installing the Controller This section includes the 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 can reach a 100 to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. • RADIUS server IP address, communications port, and secret...
... electrical outlet. 3 Installing the Controller This section includes the 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 can reach a 100 to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for this installation. • RADIUS server IP address, communications port, and secret...
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.... The kit part number 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 rack-mount brackets, follow the correct procedures could result in the kit. 13 Warning Read the wall-mounting carefully before beginning installation. Statement 378 To mount the controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with...
.... The kit part number 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 rack-mount brackets, follow the correct procedures could result in the kit. 13 Warning Read the wall-mounting carefully before beginning installation. Statement 378 To mount the controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) The controller can order a kit with...
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... using mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down ) 2 #10-32 flat head screws 3 Wall 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 Script and Power-On Self Test...
... using mounting screws, always mount the controller with the front panel facing down ) 2 #10-32 flat head screws 3 Wall 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 Script and Power-On Self Test...
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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. Refer to the controller are correct. 23 Before performing this test, you should have connected your PC to the CLI console on the controller as the type that the power connections to Figure 3 for the location of the controller code, press Esc when the boot loader prompt appears...
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. Refer to the controller are correct. 23 Before performing this test, you should have connected your PC to the CLI console on the controller as the type that the power connections to Figure 3 for the location of the controller code, press Esc when the boot loader prompt appears...
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... press Esc, the boot process continues and takes two to access the Boot Menu... OK. Environment MAC address override CF Bus 0 (IDE): OK IDE device 0: - Step 3 Observe the bootup using the CLI screen. 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. Active interface E - Type: Hard Disk - Loading primary image (7.0.114...
... press Esc, the boot process continues and takes two to access the Boot Menu... OK. Environment MAC address override CF Bus 0 (IDE): OK IDE device 0: - Step 3 Observe the bootup using the CLI screen. 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. Active interface E - Type: Hard Disk - Loading primary image (7.0.114...
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... 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 ... All rights reserved. Cisco AireOS Version 7.0.114.76 Firmware Version PIC 14.0 Initializing OS Services: ok Initializing Serial Services: ok Initializing Network...
... 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 ... All rights reserved. Cisco AireOS Version 7.0.114.76 Firmware Version PIC 14.0 Initializing OS Services: ok Initializing Serial Services: ok Initializing Network...
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... 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 System Services: ok Starting Fastpath Hardware Acceleration: ok Starting Fastpath Console redirect : ok 27 Change active boot image 4. Step 5 Continue booting the controller or press Esc to three minutes. Do not reboot the controller until the user login...
... 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 System Services: ok Starting Fastpath Hardware Acceleration: ok Starting Fastpath Console redirect : ok 27 Change active boot image 4. Step 5 Continue booting the controller or press Esc to three minutes. Do not reboot the controller until the user login...
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... username is the name you want to assign to this controller. The VLAN identifier should be assigned to the controller. 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 default interface for each . Enter the administrative user name to be set to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The management interface is no default administrative password, you must enter a password. You can access the controller GUI interface using...
... username is the name you want to assign to this controller. The VLAN identifier should be assigned to the controller. 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 default interface for each . Enter the administrative user name to be set to enterprise services such as AAA servers. The management interface is no default administrative password, you must enter a password. You can access the controller GUI interface using...
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...) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). Both groups define clusters of the controller virtual interface. Values are usually also in the same mobility group and vice versa. Virtual Gateway IP Address Enter the IP address of controllers, but they join a controller. Please see documentation for more details. 31 Configure DHCP Bridging Mode Enter yes to belong. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action Management Interface DHCP Server IP Address Enter the management interface DHCP server IP address.
...) Enter the network name, or service set identifier (SSID). Both groups define clusters of the controller virtual interface. Values are usually also in the same mobility group and vice versa. Virtual Gateway IP Address Enter the IP address of controllers, but they join a controller. Please see documentation for more details. 31 Configure DHCP Bridging Mode Enter yes to belong. Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action Management Interface DHCP Server IP Address Enter the management interface DHCP server IP address.
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... letter country code. The default is YES. The default country code is YES. Choose YES to enter the following message appears: Warning! Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? Enter YES to disable the 802.11a radio network. Enter the NTP server IP address. The default value is...
... letter country code. The default is YES. The default country code is YES. Choose YES to enter the following message appears: Warning! Table 3 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Allow Static IP Addresses Configure a RADIUS Server Now? Enter Country Code List Enable 802.11b Network Enable 802.11a Network Enable 802.11g Network Enable Auto-RF Configure a NTP server now? Enter YES to disable the 802.11a radio network. Enter the NTP server IP address. The default value is...
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...: Step 1 Enter a valid username and password to log into the controller CLI. 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. Enter yes if the configuration entered is entered. prompt. the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Configuration correct? Values are...
...: Step 1 Enter a valid username and password to log into the controller CLI. 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. Enter yes if the configuration entered is entered. prompt. the controller saves your configuration, reboots, and prompts you created in the "Configure a NTP Server Now?" Configuration correct? Values are...
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... External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection 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 160 minutes using double quotation marks. Step 2 The CLI displays the root level system prompt: #(system prompt)> The system prompt can be any changes...
... External Network Equipment Connection to the Controller 10/100/1000BASE-T MDI cable Cisco Access Points CLI console Connection 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 160 minutes using double quotation marks. Step 2 The CLI displays the root level system prompt: #(system prompt)> The system prompt can be any changes...
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... database. When it detects an access point, it records the access point MAC address in Figure 14. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to meet the specific needs of access points to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are connecting to the network (distribution system) as the controller is operational, the controller is available to make the connections. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for basic operation. When...
... database. When it detects an access point, it records the access point MAC address in Figure 14. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to meet the specific needs of access points to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are connecting to the network (distribution system) as the controller is operational, the controller is available to make the connections. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for basic operation. When...