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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controller
May 2011
Revised June 2, 2011
1 About This Guide
2 Unpacking and Preparing the Controller for Operation
3 Installing the Controller
4 Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test
5 Logging into the Controller
6 Connecting to the Network
7 What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation
8 Translated Safety Warnings
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1 About This Guide This guide is designed to help you install and minimally configure your Cisco 2504 Wireless Controller (2504 controller), which is part of the Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers. FCC Safety Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equ
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Warning There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Statement 1015 Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you
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Note Direct connection of access points to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported. The 2504 controller offers robust coverage with 802.11 a/b/g and delivers unprecedented reliability using 802.11n with Cisco Next-Generation Wireless Solutions and Cisco Enterprise Wireless Mesh. To best use this guide, you should have already designed the wireless topology of your network and have a working knowledge of how controllers function in a wireless LAN network. Figure 1 sh
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Figure 2 shows the front panel and location of the ports and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for the 2504 controller. Table 1 describes the components of the front panel. Note It is expected that there will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to unit. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer’s specifications and is not a defect. Figure 2 Front Panel and LEDs CISCO 2500 Series WIRELESS CONTROLLER Model 2504 RESET CONSOLE 12 34 PWR SYS ALM RESET CONSOLE 1 2
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Callout Port and LEDs State and Description 1 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is an RJ-45 connector form-factor. 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 GigE port and LED The Gigabit Ethernet port is an RJ-45 connector 2 form-factor. This port is designed so that 1500 VAC rms isolation (per the 802.3 specif
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Callout Port and LEDs State and Description RESET Reset button Pushing the Reset button reboots the system. PWR Power LED The power LED light is on when all the power conversion circuits are running normally. LED description: � Green—Power is on � Off—No power to the system System LED The system LED determines if the system is powered up. SYS LED description: � Blinking Amber—Boot-loader is active and waiting for user input from the system console. � Blinking Green—Boot-loader or booting
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Note Wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting an access point to the controller. Otherwise, the controller may fail to detect the device. Figure 3 shows the back panel and identifies its components. Table 2 describes the back panel components. Figure 3 Controller Back Panel and Components Cable Lock POWER 48VDC Slot Table 2 Controller Back Panel and Component Descriptions Ports and Slots State and Description POWER 48VDC The 48 V input power is provided via an external AC/DC adapter. Powe
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2 Unpacking and Preparing the Controller for Operation Follow these steps to unpack the 2504 controller and prepare it for operation: Step 1 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Step 2 Return all packing materials to the shipping container and save it. Step 3 Ensure that all items listed in the “Package Contents” section are included in the shipment. Check each item for damage. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative. Pa
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� Local TFTP server (required for downloading operating system software updates). Cisco uses an integral TFTP server. This means that third-party TFTP servers cannot run on the same workstation as the Cisco WCS because Cisco WCS and third-party TFTP servers use the same communication port. Initial System Configuration Information Obtain the following initial configuration parameters from your wireless LAN or network administrator: � A system (controller name), such as controller. The syste
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� 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 this installation. Enter help to see a list or refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for country code information. This guide is available at cisco.com. � Status of the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n networks, either enabled or disabled. � Status of Radio Resource Management (RRM), either enab
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� Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Rack-Mount Brackets) � Mounting the Controller on a Wall (Mounting Screws) � Mounting the Controller in a Rack Mounting the Controller on a Desktop or Shelf Before mounting the controller on a desktop or shelf, install the rubber feet located in accessory kit shipped with the controller. To install the rubber feet to the controller, follow these steps: Step 1 Locate the adhesive strip with the rubber feet in the mounting-kit envelope. Step 2 Remove the
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Step 3 Place the switch on the table or shelf near an AC power source. Note Allow 3 inches of space around the controller ventilation openings to prevent airflow restriction and overheating. Step 4 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 the Network Step 5 For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the “
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Figure 5 Installing the Rack-Mount Brackets to the Sides of the Controller 1 BASE MOUNT 1 #10-32 flat head screws (mounting screws for each side of the controller) 1 Step 2 Mount the 2504 controller on the wall with the front panel facing down, as shown Figure 6. For the best support of the controller and cables, make sure the controller is attached securely to wall studs or to a firmly attached plywood mounting backboard. 14 282083
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Figure 6 Mounting the Controller on the Wall 1 2 3 1 Front panel (facing down) 3 Wall mounting screws #10-32 flat head screws 2 Step 3 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 Step 4 For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the “Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test” section on page 23. M
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Warning Read the wall-mounting carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system. Statement 378 To mount the controller on a wall using mounting screws, follow these steps: Step 1 Mark the location of the mounting screws on the wall. Use the mount hole locations on the back of the controller for placement of the mounting screws (Figure 7). (The mount holes ar
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Step 4 Place the controller onto the mounting screws and slide it down until it lock into place, as shown in Figure 8. Note The front panel of the controller should be facing down. Figure 8 Place the Controller on the Mounting Screws 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 N
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Step 6 For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, see the “Running the Bootup Script and Power-On Self Test” section on page 23. Mounting the Controller in a Rack To mount the 2504 controller in a 19-inch equipment rack, you can order an optional Optional Rack Mount kit (AIR-CT2504-RMNT). Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines
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Figure 9 Attaching the 19-Inch Brackets to the Side of the Controller. 1 RACK MOUNT 1 1 #10-32 flat head screws (mounting screws for each side of the controller) Step 2 After the brackets are attached to the sides of the controller, insert the controller into the 19-inch rack. Use either the 10-32 pan-head screws or the 12-24 slotted head screws to secure the controller in the rack, as shown in Figure 10. 19 282082
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Figure 10 Mounting the Controller in a 19-Inch Rack 1 #10-32 pan-head screws or #12-24 slotted head screws 1 Step 3 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 Step 4 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 282086
