Aerohive Deployment Guide
Aerohive Deployment Guide For HiveAP and HiveManager Devices Aerohive Technical Publications Copyright Notice Copyright © 2008 Aerohive Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Aerohive Networks, the Aerohive Networks logo, HiveOS, HiveAP, and HiveManager are trademarks of Aerohive Networks, Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
HiveAP Compliance Information HiveAP Compliance Information Federal Communication Commission Interference 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.
HIVEAP COMPLIANCE INFORMATION The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. • The 5 GHz Turbo Mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. You can find the current setting for this feature in two places.
HiveAP Compliance Information Avertissement: L'installation et la dépose de points d'accès HiveAP doivent être effectuées uniquement par un personnel qualifié. Warnung: Die Installation und der Ausbau des Geräts darf nur durch Fachpersonal erfolgen. • Les points d'accès HiveAP doivent être connectés sur le secteur par une prise électrique munie de terre (masse) afin de respecter les standards internationaux de sécurité.
Contents Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment ...............................................9 Assessing Your Requirements .............................................................................10 Planning ......................................................................................................10 Upgrading from Existing Wi-Fi ................................................................................... 10 New WLAN Deployment .....................................................
Contents Mounting the HiveAP 28 and Attaching Antennas ......................................................38 Pole Mount .......................................................................................................... 39 Strand Mount ....................................................................................................... 40 Surface Mount ...................................................................................................... 41 Attaching Antennas....................
Chapter 7 Using HiveManager ................................................................. 77 Installing and Connecting to the HiveManager GUI ....................................................79 Introduction to the HiveManager GUI ....................................................................82 Cloning Configurations ............................................................................................ 83 Multiselecting ......................................................................
Contents Example 9: Creating WLAN Policies .................................................................... 126 WLANpolicy-hq1.................................................................................................. WLANpolicy-hq1 (Page 1) .................................................................................. WLANpolicy-hq1 (Page 2) .................................................................................. WLANpolicy-hq1 (Page 3) ............................................
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment To ensure a smooth WLAN deployment, you need to begin with a bit of planning. A straightforward review of your deployment plan before you begin will result in optimal results more quickly. The goals of this chapter are to assist you in assessing your readiness for WLAN implementation and to provide tips and tricks to resolve any issues that might arise in your environment.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment ASSESSING YOUR REQUIREMENTS To get started with your Aerohive WLAN installation, examine the basic requirements of your implementation. First, consider who your stakeholders are and take the time to fully understand their access requirements. Talk to department managers within your organization and make sure everyone has documented the full complement of potential users of your network.
PLANNING Upgrading from a thin AP solution is also easy. However, because a thin AP makes use of an overlay tunneled network, you sometimes have to add a local VLAN for access or use tunnels to replicate the overlay network. However, because using VLANs rather than tunnels provides significant performance and scalability advantages, that is clearly the recommended path.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment Site Surveys One of the first questions IT managers ask when they are preparing for a WLAN deployment is whether or not a site survey should be performed. In a site survey, the administrator walks around the facility with a site survey tool to measure the RF (radio frequency) coverage of a test access point or the existing WLAN infrastructure.
PLANNING Budgeting Wi-Fi: The Chicken and Egg Problem The hardware cost of a Wi-Fi solution is generally driven by the number of access points needed, and an Aerohive network is no exception. Unfortunately, a traditional challenge of budgeting for Wi-Fi is that it is difficult to know how many access points to plan for until you have deployed and measured them. There are methods of doing site surveys before a deployment to answer these questions.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment Associated Access Point Costs After you determine how many access points you need, it becomes simpler to determine the other costs involved with deploying Wi-Fi because most are driven by the quantity of access points. These costs include the following: • • Installation and Wiring • CAT5 – CAT5 wiring is required for all HiveAPs acting as portals.1 One advantage of Aerohive Networks is that you can deploy HiveAPs in a mesh to avoid some of the wiring costs.
PLANNING In general, the way to increase capacity is to add more access points (within reason) and tune down the radio power to avoid interference. One reason for deploying a high capacity network is to create a WLAN for voice and data applications. In such a WLAN, everyone has a VoIP handset running wirelessly all the time. In general, the following table shows the standard densities for office deployments. Office Requirements Expected Data Rate Using 802.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment Figure 1 Omnidirectional Antenna Radiation Pattern The HiveAP can accommodate external antennas via coaxial jacks on its chassis (see "Antennas" on page 28). The jack is a standard male RP-SMA connector. Various patch, directional, and omnidirectional antennas can be used to change the coverage pattern. The most common external antennas are patch antennas. These are directional antennas that provide coverage in a single direction.
PLANNING • The quality and performance of a Wi-Fi network is a function of the signal-to-noise ratio. To avoid noise issues, check the area for common noise generators such as industrial microwave ovens, wireless video cameras, cordless phones and headsets, and Bluetooth devices. Such devices especially cause interference in the 2.4 GHz spectrum. • Plan appropriately for high ceilings. With an omnidirectional antenna, the downward coverage is not great.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS To make your WLAN deployment process as smooth as possible, you should consider more than just the distribution and installation of access points. You should also consider how you will manage, optimize, and troubleshoot your WLAN after deployment. Tuning Approach building an enterprise WLAN with the same life-cycle approach you would apply to a wired network.
BASIC WI-F I CONCEPTS BASIC WI-FI CONCEPTS The goal of this section is to provide some background on Wi-Fi propagation and how to lay out a wireless network. While RF (radio frequency) engineering is a rather complicated science, this section provides a simple overview on the basics of Wi-Fi propagation and channel layout that you need to be able to install an enterprise WLAN. The first thing to know is that Wi-Fi is forgiving.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment Figure 3 Path Loss in an Open Space λ½»·ª»¼ Í·¹²¿´ Í·¹²¿´ó¬±óÒ±·-» ο¬·± Ò±·-» Ü·-¬¿²½» When clients send a packet, the ratio of the signal-to-noise (SNR) level defines the quality of the link, which is directly related to the performance of the network. Based on the SNR, the client and AP negotiate a data rate in which to send the packet, so the higher the SNR the better.
BASIC WI-F I CONCEPTS Microwave ovens, wireless video cameras, Bluetooth headsets, and cordless phones can all interfere with Wi-Fi signals (see Figure 5). Excess noise in an environment is often difficult to diagnose and can have a major negative impact on network performance. To discover noise sources, a spectrum analysis system is needed. AirMagnet provides an affordable spectrum analysis tool that operates in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz spectra.
Chapter 1 Preparing for a WLAN Deployment Note: There are alternative 2.4 GHz channel layouts, such as one for four channels using 1, 4, 8 and 11 and another using channels 1, 5, 9 to counter interference from microwaves, which tend to cause interference in the high end of the spectrum. Aerohive recommends alternative channel layouts only for the most challenging radio environments. Designing a channel pattern is easier for the 5 GHz spectrum.
Chapter 2 The HiveAP 20 ag Platform The Aerohive HiveAP 20 ag is a new generation wireless access point. HiveAPs have the unique ability to self-organize and coordinate with each other, creating a distributed-control WLAN solution that offers greater mobility, security, quality of service, and radio control. This guide combines product information, installation instructions, and configuration examples for both the HiveAP and HiveManager platforms.
Chapter 2 The HiveAP 20 ag Platform HIVEAP 20 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The HiveAP 20 ag is a multi-channel wireless AP (access point). It is compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) and IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz) standards and supports a variety of Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) security protocols, including WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2. You can see the hardware components on the HiveAP in Figure 1. Each component is described in Table 1.
HIVEAP 20 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Component Description Power Connector The 48-volt DC power connector (0.38 amps) is one of two methods through which you can power the HiveAP 20. To connect it to a 100 – 240-volt AC power source, use the AC/DC power adaptor that is available as an extra option. Because the HiveAP does not have an on/off switch, connecting it to a power source automatically powers on the device.
Chapter 2 The HiveAP 20 ag Platform Ethernet and Console Ports There are two ports on the HiveAP 20: a 10/100Base-T/TX Ethernet port and a male DB-9 console port. Both ports use standard pin assignments. The pin assignments in the PoE (Power over Ethernet) Ethernet port follow the TIA/EIA-568-B standard (see Figure 2). The PoE port accepts standard types of Ethernet cable—cat3, cat5, cat5e, or cat6—and can receive power over this cable from power sourcing equipment (PSE) that is 802.3af-compatible.
HIVEAP 20 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The pin assignments in the male DB-9 console port follow the EIA (Electronic Industries Alliance) RS-232 standard. To make a serial connection between your management system and the console port on the HiveAP, you can use a null modem serial cable, use another serial cable that complies with the RS-232 standard, or refer to the pin-to-signal mapping shown in Figure 3 to make your own serial cable.
Chapter 2 The HiveAP 20 ag Platform Antennas The HiveAP 20 includes two fixed dual-band antennas with 3-dBi gains. These antennas are omnidirectional, providing fairly equal coverage in all directions in a toroidal (donut-shaped) pattern around each antenna. When the antennas are vertically positioned, coverage expands primarily on the horizontal plane, extending horizontally much more than vertically. See Figure 4, which shows the toroidal pattern emanating from a single vertically positioned antenna.
MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 20 The wifi0 interface links to radio 1 (frequency range = 2.4 GHz for IEEE 802.11b/g), and the wifi1 interface links to radio 2 (frequency range = 5 GHz for IEEE 802.11a). These interface-to-radio relationships are permanent. However, the interface-to-antenna relationships can be shifted. In other words, you can change which antenna—fixed or external—the wifi0 and wifi1 interfaces use. For example, to link the wifi0 interface to an external antenna connected to the 802.
Chapter 2 The HiveAP 20 ag Platform Nudge the ceiling tiles slightly away from the track to clear some space. Then attach the track clip to the ceiling track as shown in Figure 7. When done, adjust the ceiling tiles back into their former position.
DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Understanding the range of specifications for the HiveAP 20 is necessary for optimal deployment and device operation. The following specifications describe the physical features and hardware components, the power adapter and PoE (Power over Ethernet) electrical requirements, and the temperature and humidity ranges in which the device can operate.
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Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform The Aerohive HiveAP 28 is a new generation wireless access point that is customized for outdoor use. It is mountable in any direction and on any hard surface, post, or wire strand. It can receive power either through an Ethernet cable or power cord. Note: Do not open the HiveAP 28 chassis. There are no serviceable parts inside.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform HIVEAP 28 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The HiveAP 28 is a multi-channel wireless AP (access point) for outdoor use. It is compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) and IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz) standards and supports a variety of Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) security protocols, including WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2. You can see the hardware components on the HiveAP 28 in Figure 1. Each component is described in Table 1.
HIVEAP 28 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Component Description 10/100 Mbps PoE Port The 10/100-Mbps Ethernet port supports IEEE 802.3af PoE (Power over Ethernet) and receives RJ-45 connectors. The HiveAP can receive its power through an Ethernet connection to PSE (power sourcing equipment) that is 802.3af-compatible. (If you connect the HiveAP to a power source through the power connector and PoE port simultaneously, the device draws power through the power connector and automatically disables PoE.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform 4. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to PSE (power sourcing equipment), such as a power injector, if the HiveAP 28 receives power through PoE, or directly to a network device, such as a switch, if it receives power through a power cord.
HIVEAP 28 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Antennas The HiveAP 28 includes two detachable single-band antennas with 8dBi gains (802.11b/g) and two detachable single-band antennas with 10dBi gains (802.11a). These antennas are omnidirectional, providing fairly equal coverage in all directions in a toroidal (donut-shaped) pattern around each antenna. When the antennas are vertically positioned, coverage expands primarily on the horizontal plane, extending horizontally much more than vertically.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 28 AND ATTACHING ANTENNAS Using the mounting accessories (available separately) you can mount the HiveAP in various locations: • "Pole Mount" on page 39 – Mount the HiveAP 28 on a pole such as a street light. • "Strand Mount" on page 40 – Suspend the HiveAP 28 from a cable or phone line. • "Surface Mount" on page 41 – Mount the HiveAP 28 on a flat surface such as a wall or beam.
MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 28 AND ATTACHING ANTENNAS Pole Mount To mount the HiveAP 28 to a pole with a 1.5-inch diameter, you need two sets of the L-shaped brackets, two 2" U-bolts, saddle clamps, and the nuts, bolts, and washers shown in Figure 5. You also need a wrench to tighten the nuts and bolts securely.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform Strand Mount The HiveAP 28 outdoor platform can also be mounted on a cable or strand of wire as shown in Figure 6. When mounted on a wire strand, use 90-degree N type adapters (not included) to orient the antennas vertically. If you do not use the adapters and orient the antennas horizontally, the area covered will be far less.
MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 28 AND ATTACHING ANTENNAS Surface Mount You can use the mounting plate to attach the HiveAP 28 to any surface that supports its weight (9 lbs., 4.08 kg), and to which you can screw or nail the plate. First, mount the plate to the HiveAP 28, and then attach the plate to the surface, as shown in Figure 7. Note that the screw heads that you attach to the wall or surface must be small enough for the keyholes on the mounting plate to slip over them.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform Attaching Antennas You can connect the antennas directly to the HiveAP 28 or mount them separately. Although connecting the antennas directly to the device typically provides better performance, in some cases the location of the HiveAP might not be a good location for the antennas; for example, if the HiveAP 28 is mounted on a reinforced concrete wall that interferes with radio coverage.
MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 28 AND ATTACHING ANTENNAS You can mount antennas at the top of a pole as shown in Figure 8 and Figure 9, or to a flat surface. If you must mount the antenna lower on a pole, the pole must be nonmetallic—such as one made from a hard plastic like PVC (polyvinyl chloride)—so that it does not distort the signal. Aerohive recommends that antennas be installed away from power lines and obstructions that can interfere with radio coverage.
Chapter 3 The HiveAP 28 Outdoor Platform Note: Radio coverage might be limited if the surface acts as an obstruction. 5. Make sure that all the antenna and cable connectors are clean. If you are using PTFE tape, wrap the tape around the threads on the HiveAP 28 antenna connectors as explained in "Connecting Antennas Directly to the HiveAP 28" on page 42. 6. Assuming that you are using male-to-female cables, connect the female Type N connector on the cables to the male connectors on the antennas. 7.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform The Aerohive HiveAP 340 is a high-performance and highly reliable 802.11n wireless access point. The HiveAP 340 provides dual concurrent 802.11b/g/n and 802.11a/n radios for 3x3 MIMO (Multiple In, Multiple Out) and dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for link aggregation or link redundancy. Its power management system uses a concept called smart PoE (Power over Ethernet) to adjust its power consumption automatically in response the available power in different environments.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The HiveAP 340 is a multi-channel wireless access point. It is compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz) and IEEE 802.11a/n (5 GHz) standards and supports a variety of Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) security protocols, including WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2. You can see the hardware components on the HiveAP in Figure 1. Each component is described in Table 1.
HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Component Description 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE Ports The two 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet ports—ETH0 and ETH1—support IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at PoE (Power over Ethernet) and receive RJ-45 connectors. The HiveAP can receive power through one or both Ethernet connections from power sourcing equipment (PSE) that is compatible with the 802.3af standard and forthcoming 802.at standard.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform Ethernet and Console Ports There are three ports on the HiveAP 340: two RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T/TX Ethernet ports and an RJ-45 console port. The pin assignments in the PoE (Power over Ethernet) Ethernet ports follow the TIA/EIA-568-B standard (see Figure 2). The ports accept standard types of Ethernet cable—cat3, cat5, cat5e, or cat6—and can receive power over this cable from power sourcing equipment (PSE) that is 802.3af-compatible.
HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Smart PoE The HiveAP 340 applies the Aerohive concept of smart PoE to adjust power consumption as necessitated by varying levels of available power. If the HiveAP needs more power than is available, it first disables the ETH1 interface. If it still needs more power, it switches from 3x3 MIMO (Multiple In, Multiple Out) to 2x3 (see "MIMO" on page 53).
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform Switch(config)#int fastEthernet 0/2 Switch(config-if)#switchport mode access Switch(config-if)#channel-group 1 mode on Switch(config-if)#spanning-tree portfast Switch(config-if)#exit Switch(config)#exit Switch#wr mem Finally, you must cable the Cisco switch and the HiveAP together: Cisco 0/1 to HiveAP eth0, and Cisco 0/2 to HiveAP eth1.
HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Console Port The pin-to-signal mapping in the RJ-45 console port is shown shown in Figure 3.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform Status LEDs The five status LEDs on the top of the HiveAP 340 indicate various states of activity through their color (dark, green, amber, and red) and illumination patterns (steady glow or pulsing). The meanings of the various color + illumination patterns for each LED are explained below.
HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Figure 5 HiveAP 340 Antennas Generally, orient the antennas vertically for improved radio coverage, as shown here: When mounting the HiveAP 340 on a ceiling, orient its antennas downward.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform In previous 802.11 standards, access points and clients each employed a single set of components, or RF chain, for transmitting or receiving. Although two antennas are often used for diversity, only the one with the best signal-to-noise ratio is used at any given moment, and that antenna makes use of the single RF chain while the other antenna remains inactive.
HIVEAP 340 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Using MIMO with Legacy Clients In addition to supporting up to 300-Mbps throughput per radio for 802.11n clients, MIMO (Multiple In, Multiple Out) can improve the reliability and speed of legacy 802.11a/b/g client traffic. When an 802.11a/b/g access point does not receive acknowledgement that a frame it sent was received, it resends that frame, possibly at a somewhat lower transmission rate.
Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform MOUNTING THE HIVEAP 340 Using the mounting plate and track clips, you can mount the HiveAP 340 to the tracks of a dropped ceiling grid. Using just the mounting plate, you can mount the HiveAP to any surface that can support its weight (3.3 lb., 1.5 kg). Ceiling Mount To mount the HiveAP 340 to a track in a dropped ceiling, you need the mounting plate, two track clips, and two Keps nuts that ship as an option with the HiveAP 340.
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Chapter 4 The HiveAP 340 Platform Surface Mount You can use the mounting plate to attach the HiveAP 340 to any surface that supports its weight, and to which you can screw or nail the plate. First, mount the plate to the surface. Then, through one of the two large openings in the plate, make a hole in the wall so that you can pass the cables through to the HiveAP. Note: You can tie the cables to the tie points on the mounting plate to prevent them from being pulled out of their connections accidentally.
DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Understanding the range of specifications for the HiveAP 340 is necessary for optimal deployment and device operation. The following specifications describe the physical features and hardware components, the power adapter and PoE (Power over Ethernet) electrical requirements, and the temperature and humidity ranges in which the device can operate.
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Chapter 5 The HiveManager Platform The HiveManager Network Management System provides centralized configuration, monitoring, and reporting for multiple HiveAPs.
Chapter 5 The HiveManager Platform PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Aerohive HiveManager is a central management system for configuring and monitoring HiveAPs. You can see its hardware components in Figure 1 and read a description of each component in Table 1.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Component Description USB Port The USB port is reserved for internal use. Status LEDs The status LEDs convey operational states for the system power and hard disk drive. For details, see "Status LEDs" on page 64. MGT and LAN Ethernet Ports The MGT and LAN Ethernet ports are compatible with 10/100/1000-Mbps connections, automatically negotiate half- and full-duplex mode with the connecting devices, and support RJ-45 connectors.
Chapter 5 The HiveManager Platform The pin assignments in the male DB-9 console port follow the EIA (Electronic Industries Alliance) RS-232 standard. To make a serial connection between your management system and the console port on the HiveManager, you can use a null modem serial cable, use another serial cable that complies with the RS-232 standard, or refer to the pin-to-signal mapping shown in Figure 3 to make your own serial cable.
RACK MOUNTING THE HIVEMANAGER RACK MOUNTING THE HIVEMANAGER You can mount the HiveManager in a standard 19" (48 cm) equipment rack with two rack screws—typically 3/4", 1/2", or 3/8" long with 10-32 threads. The HiveManager ships with mounting brackets already attached to its left and right sides near the front panel (see Figure 1 on page 62). In this position, you can front mount the HiveManager as shown in Figure 5.
Chapter 5 The HiveManager Platform DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Understanding the range of specifications for the HiveManager is necessary for optimal deployment and operation of the device. The following specifications describe the physical features and hardware components, the electrical requirements for the power supply and cord, and the temperature and humidity ranges in which the device can operate.
Chapter 6 The High Capacity HiveManager Platform The High Capacity HiveManager is a management system that provides centralized configuration, monitoring, and reporting for multiple HiveAPs.
Chapter 6 The High Capacity HiveManager Platform PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Aerohive High Capacity HiveManager is a central management system for configuring and monitoring HiveAPs. You can see its hardware components in Figure 1 and read a description of each component in Table 1.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Component Description Console Port A male DB-9 serial port to which you can make a console connection using an RS-232 (or "null modem") cable. The pin assignments are the same as those on the HiveManager and on the HiveAP (see "Ethernet and Console Ports" on page 26).
Chapter 6 The High Capacity HiveManager Platform RACK MOUNTING THE HIGH CAPACITY HIVEMANAGER Use the rack mounting kit to mount the High Capacity HiveManager in a standard 19" (48 cm) equipment rack.
RACK MOUNTING THE HIGH CAPACITY HIVEMANAGER Figure 3 Attaching the Chassis Rail to the HiveManager д¿½» ¬¸» -´·¼» -¬±° ¿¹¿·²-¬ ¬¸» º®±²¬ ³±«²¬·²¹ ¾®¿½µ»¬ò ݸ¿--·- ο·´ ½®±--󸻿¼ ³¿½¸·²» -½®»©- ©·¬¸ ïðóíî ¬¸®»¿¼- 3. Secure the other chassis rail to the other side of the HiveManager. 4. Use three slot-head screws to attach the rear mounting bracket to the outer slide.
Chapter 6 The High Capacity HiveManager Platform 7. From the front of the equipment rack, guide the chassis rails on the sides of the HiveManager into the inner slides. Then push the HiveManager into the rack until the front mounting brackets are flush against the front rack rails. 8. Using four screws—two for each of the front brackets—fasten the HiveManager to the equipment rack as shown in Figure 6.
REPLACING POWER SUPPLIES REPLACING POWER SUPPLIES The high capacity HiveManager has a pair of redundant, hot-swappable power supplies. If one of the power supplies fails, the other will continue to power the device. When a a power supply fails, a continuous beeping alarm sounds and the power LED glows amber. To replace the failed power supply, do the following: 1. Disconnect the failed power supply from the power source. 2. Lower the handle to a horizontal position. 3.
Chapter 6 The High Capacity HiveManager Platform REPLACING HARD DISK DRIVES To provide fault tolerance from disk errors and single disk failure, the high capacity HiveManager uses level 1 RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Drives) HDDs (hard disk drives). Each HDD holds identical data, the data that is written to one disk being mirrored to the other. The lower LEDs on the front of each HDD flash in unison to indicate that they are writing data to memory. The upper LEDs indicate that they have power.
DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS DEVICE, POWER, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Understanding the range of specifications for the high capacity HiveManager is necessary for the optimal deployment and operation of the device. The following specifications describe the physical features and hardware components, the electrical requirements for the power supply and cord, and the temperature and humidity ranges in which the device can operate.
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Chapter 7 Using HiveManager You can conceptualize the Aerohive cooperative control architecture as consisting of three broad planes of communication. On the data plane, wireless clients gain network access by forming associations with HiveAPs. On the control plane, HiveAPs communicate with each other to coordinate functions such as best-path forwarding, fast roaming, and automatic RF (radio frequency) management.
Chapter 7 Using HiveManager This chapter explains how to do the following basic tasks: • Use the console port to change the network settings for the MGT and LAN interfaces • Power on HiveManager and connect it to a network • Make an HTTPS connection from your management system to HiveManager and log in to the GUI It then introduces the HiveManager GUI and includes a summary of the configuration workflow.
INSTALLING AND CONNECTING TO THE HIVEMANAGER GUI INSTALLING AND CONNECTING TO THE HIVEMANAGER GUI To begin using the HiveManager GUI, you must first configure the MGT interface to be accessible on the network, cable HiveManager and your management system (that is, your computer) to the network, and then make an HTTP connection from your system to the MGT interface and download the GUI application. Note: HiveManager has two Ethernet interfaces—MGT and LAN.
