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Alcatel OmniAccess 6000
OAW-LC-2G24F
Installation Instructions
These instructions explain how to install an Alcatel 6000 Wireless
LAN switch line card (OAW-LC-2G24FE). The Alcatel 6000 Line
Card has 24 Fast Ethernet (FE) ports and two Gigabit Ethernet
(GE) ports.
The FE ports provide 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connections to APs
and wired LAN segments. No power or serial connectivity is
provided by the ports on this line card.
Physical Description
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OmniAccess 6000 LC-2G24F Installation Notes: Installation Guide This handle is used for removing or inserting the module into the switch chassis. CAUTION—Do not use the line card handle to lift or move the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. Serious damage could result. 3 24 FE Ports These ports are used to connect APs and wired LAN segments to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. These ports provide 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity, and in some cases, power and serial connectivity as well. See “Port
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Access Point Status LEDs 5 Each LED represents the status of APs connected to a specific port on the switch. During operation, the LEDs provide the following information: TABLE 3 Line Card AP Status LED Status Description Red (solid) An AP on this port has failed (highest precedence). Red (flashing) An air monitor on this port has detected an unsecured AP. The AP is attached to your network but is not listed in the switch security policies. If security policies are enabled, clients are not
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OmniAccess 6000 LC-2G24F Installation Notes: Installation Guide Inserting a Line Card CAUTION—This procedure should be performed only by a trained technician. CAUTION—Be sure to exercise proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) pre- cautions when handling components. The line card is hot-swappable and can be inserted into the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch chassis while system power is on or off. However, removing a line card on a live switch is service affecting and all traffic processing will stop
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Engage the line card. 4 There may be moderate resistance when the line card meets the connectors in the backplane. Press firmly so that the connectors at the back of the module engage with the backplane, but do not use excessive force. If the system is powered up, the module’s Power LED will light up green if the line card is inserted properly. 5 Secure the line card. Use a #2 Phillips or cross-head screwdriver to push in the captive fastening screws and turn them clockwise until moderate re
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OmniAccess 6000 LC-2G24F Installation Notes: Installation Guide Grasp the module handle firmly and draw the line card forward from its slot. There may be moderate resistance as the module comes free from its connections with the chassis backplane, but do not use excessive force. Once disengaged from the backplane, the line card should easily slide out the rest of the way. 5 Cover blank slots. For safety considerations, as well as to promote proper airflow for cooling and to prevent dust fro
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Contacting Alcatel Web Site Main Site http://www.alcatel.com Support http://www.alcatel.com/enterprise Telephone Numbers Main US/Canada (800) 995-2612 Main Outside US (818) 880-3500 Alcatel OmniAccess 6000 OAW-LC-2G24F Installation Instructions 7
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OmniAccess 6000 LC-2G24F Installation Notes: Installation Guide 8 Part 031658-00 May 2005
