Specifications

Access Point Setup 441
Chapter 21
Initial Configuration
The Alcatel AP requires some initial configuration before it will operate. All
direct configuration of the AP is done using the AP boot prompt (see
page 437). Once connected to the AP boot prompt, configure the AP as
follows:
From the AP boot prompt, set the intended location for the AP:
If you performed the recommended site survey using the built-in RF Plan tool,
the location data for all access points and air monitors can be found on the
tool’s deployment screen.
If you plan to manually generate the location data, record the following
information for each access point and air monitor. It will be required when
configuring the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch.
apboot> setenv location <building number> . <floor number> . <device number>
Building Number A unique number (1-254) is required for each building in
your campus.
Floor Number Within any building, a unique number (1-254) is required for
each floor.
Device Number Within any floor, a unique number (1-65534) is required for
each access point or air monitor.
Device
Description
Note the intended function of the device (access point or
dedicated air monitor) and a brief description of its service
location.
X, Y
Coordinates
For each access point and air monitor, measure its X and Y
position (in feet) relative to the bottom-left corner of the
building plan as seen from overhead. For example:
Use the same fixed point and orientation for all floors in a
building.
1
0,0 126
98
X
418 ft.
Y
262 ft.