QUICK START GUIDE Cisco 526 Wireless Express Mobility Controller INCLUDING LICENSE AND WARRANTY 1 About this Guide 2 Overview 3 Unpacking and Preparing the Controller for Operation 4 Connecting to an SBCS Compatible Switch 5 Connecting Access Points 6 Mounting the WLC526 Controller 7 In Case of Difficulty 8 Cisco One Year Limited Hardware Warranty Terms 9 Translated Warnings
1 About this Guide This guide will help you install the Cisco 526 Series Wireless Express Mobility Controller (hereafter referred to as the WLC526 or the controller) in your Smart Business Communication System network. 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.
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.
• Standards-based enterprise-class security • Simplified network deployment and management with automated radio resource features • Centralized management with the CCA • Advanced mobility services readiness to support secure Internet guest access and optimized voice over Wi-Fi The Cisco Smart Business Communications System is shown in Figure 1.
• Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series for Small Business Getting Started Guide—Provides basic installation and setup instructions for the Cisco Unified 500 Series Platform (hereafter referred to as the UC500). • Getting Started Guide for the Catalyst Express 520 Switches—Provides basic installation and setup instructions for the Cisco Catalyst Express 520 switch (hereafter referred to as the CE520).
Package Contents Each WLC526 controller package contains the following items: • One Cisco 526 wireless LAN controller • One power cord • One Ethernet cable (RJ45 to RJ45) • One Console cable (RJ45 to DB9) • This guide • Cisco product registration card Figure 2 shows the front panel of the WLC526 and identifies its components.
Choosing a Physical Location You can install the controller on a horizontal or vertical surface. The controller’s bottom plate has two keyhole slots that permit you to mount it on a vertical surface, such as a wall. For maximum reliability, mount the controller while following these guidelines: • Make sure you can reach the controller and all cables attached to it. • Make sure that water or excessive moisture cannot get into the controller. • Make sure that airflow through the controller is not obstructed.
Table 1 Startup Wizard Information Wizard Setting Action System Name The name you want to assign to the controller. You can enter up to 32 ASCII characters. Administrative user name and password The administrative username and password to be assigned to this controller. You can enter up to 24 ASCII characters for each. The default administrative username and password are both admin and admin.
Table 1 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action Configured Country Code The country for which the controller is configured. This setting is not changeable in the startup wizard. Regulatory Domain The domain in which the controller is to be operated. Selection is made using the appropriate domain checkbox. AP Manager Interface Name The name assigned to the access point manager interface. This setting is not changeable in the startup wizard.
Table 1 Startup Wizard Information (continued) Wizard Setting Action WLAN SSID The network name, or service set identifier (SSID). This is the default SSID that the access points use when they join a controller. RADIUS Server IP Address The IP address of the RADIUS server if one is available and you intend to use it.
To use the controller’s startup wizard, you will need an Ethernet-capable PC running Windows XP and an Ethernet cable. The controller’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1. Make sure your PC is configured to receive an IP address automatically. When the controller boots for the first time, it becomes a DHCP server and automatically assigns an IP address to your PC. Note The default IP address and DHCP server are only available when the controller is configured with factory default values.
Step 9 Confirm your password in the Confirm Password field. Step 10 Click Next. The Management Interface Configuration screen appears (See Figure 4). Figure 4 Management Interface Configuration Screen Step 11 Enter the management interface IP address, network mask, and gateway IP address information. Step 12 Enter the port number (1 or 2) for your management interface. Step 13 Optional: enter DHCP server IP address information (default 192.168.1.1 for primary DHCP server).
Figure 5 Miscellaneous Configuration Screen 13
Step 15 Optional, choose the LWAPP Transport Mode (Layer 3 default). Step 16 Enter the RF mobility domain name. Step 17 Check your country code. Step 18 Click Next and the AP Manager Interface Configuration screen appears (see Figure 6). Figure 6 AP Manager Interface Configuration Screen Step 19 Enter the AP manager interface IP address information. Step 20 Enter the gateway IP address. Step 21 Enter the port number (1 or 2) for the AP Manager Interface.
Figure 7 Virtual Interface Configuration Screen Step 24 Enter the virtual interface IP address. Default is 1.1.1.1 (a non-valid IP address). Step 25 Enter the DNS host name. Step 26 Click Next and the WLAN Configuration screen appears (see Figure 8). Figure 8 WLAN Configuration Screen Step 27 Enter the profile name for your wireless network. Step 28 Enter the service service identifier (SSID) for your wireless network.
Figure 9 RADIUS Server Configuration Screen Step 31 Optional, enter the RADIUS server configuration information. Step 32 If you have configured RADIUS information, click Apply, otherwise click Skip and the 802.11 Configuration screen appears (see Figure 10). Figure 10 802.11 Configuration Screen Step 33 To enable wireless network status, check the appropriate network types that you want to support. Step 34 Optional: check Auto RF to turn on radio resource management.
Figure 11 Configuration Wizard Completed Screen Step 36 Click the Save And Reboot button to save your configuration. Note Click the Back button to return to previous screens if you need to change any part of your configuration. Your WLC526 is ready to connect to an SBCS compatible switch. 4 Connecting to an SBCS Compatible Switch Follow the instructions given in the Cisco Smart Business Communications System Setup document to connect your controller to an SBCS compatible switch, such as the switch.
6 Mounting the WLC526 Controller The WLC526 controller can be mounted as follows: • On a horizontal or vertical surface such as a desktop or shelf. • Face up or down on a vertical surface such as a wall. Mounting on a Desktop or Shelf The WLC526 has four rubber pads on the bottom to help prevent it from sliding on or scratching the surface of your desktop or shelf.
Figure 12 WLC526 Bottom Plate 7.0 (INCHES) 1 230872 1 2 1 Rubber pads 2 AC power receptacle Note 3 3 Keyhole slots You must provide the hardware necessary to mount the controller securely and safely.
Caution When vertically mounting your controller, you must mount the controller with its front panel facing down (towards the floor) unless you are using a security lock cable. If you are using a security lock cable, you can mount the front panel facing up (towards the ceiling) or facing down. You must not mount the controller with the side facing down. These restrictions are due to UL safety regulations. The following steps describe how to mount the controller on a drywall vertical surface.
7 In Case of Difficulty Checking the Controller LEDs If your controller is not working properly, check the LEDs on the front panel of the unit. You can use the LED indications to quickly assess the unit’s status. Table 2 Controller LED Signals Message Type AP LED Alarm LED Status LED Meaning Start BIOS Off Off Amber BIOS starting—2 to 3 seconds. Boot ROMMON Off Off Slowly blinking green Boot ROMMON starting—3 to 4 seconds.
Message Type Controller image upgrade Controller crash AP LED Alarm LED Status LED Off Off Blinking amber Controller image is being upgraded. Off Off Green Controller image upgrade is complete. Off Amber Green The controller software has crashed. Off Amber The controller has experienced a boot error. Controller boot error Off Meaning Using the Reset Button The Reset button on the controller’s front panel becomes active after the controller boots.
Step 3 When the Alarm LED turns green, release the Reset button by removing the paper clip. Step 4 The controller power cycles and reboots. The controller configuration settings are reset to factory defaults and the startup wizard GUI appears. Invalid or Unknown Controller IP Address If your controller contains an invalid or unknown IP address, you will be unable to access the controller GUI and your management software also will be unable to communicate with the controller.
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9 Translated Warnings Statement 1071—Warning Definition Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.
Attention IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation pouvant entraîner des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement, soyez conscient des dangers liés aux circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents.
Advarsel VIKTIGE SIKKERHETSINSTRUKSJONER Dette advarselssymbolet betyr fare. Du er i en situasjon som kan føre til skade på person. Før du begynner å arbeide med noe av utstyret, må du være oppmerksom på farene forbundet med elektriske kretser, og kjenne til standardprosedyrer for å forhindre ulykker. Bruk nummeret i slutten av hver advarsel for å finne oversettelsen i de oversatte sikkerhetsadvarslene som fulgte med denne enheten.
Varning! VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSANVISNINGAR Denna varningssignal signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med elkretsar och känna till vanliga förfaranden för att förebygga olyckor. Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna anordning.
Statement 1015—Battery Handling 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 Waarschuwing Er is ontploffingsgevaar als de batterij verkeerd vervangen wordt. Vervang de batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type dat door de fabrikant aanbevolen is.
¡Advertencia! Varning! 34 Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera incorrecta. Reemplazar la batería exclusivamente con el mismo tipo o el equivalente recomendado por el fabricante. Desechar las baterías gastadas según las instrucciones del fabricante. Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Ersätt endast batteriet med samma batterityp som rekommenderas av tillverkaren eller motsvarande. Följ tillverkarens anvisningar vid kassering av använda batterier.
Statement 1024—Ground Conductor Warning Waarschuwing 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 are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024 Deze apparatuur dient geaard te zijn.
Advarsel Aviso 36 Dette utstyret må jordes. Omgå aldri jordingslederen og bruk aldri utstyret uten riktig montert jordingsleder. Ta kontakt med fagfolk innen elektrisk inspeksjon eller med en elektriker hvis du er usikker på om det finnes velegnet jordning. Este equipamento deve ser aterrado. Nunca anule o fio terra nem opere o equipamento sem um aterramento adequadamente instalado.
Statement 1040—Product Disposal Warning Waarschuwing Varoitus 38 Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement 1040 Het uiteindelijke wegruimen van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming met alle nationale wetten en reglementen. Tämä tuote on hävitettävä kansallisten lakien ja määräysten mukaisesti.
Avvertenza Lo smaltimento di questo prodotto deve essere eseguito secondo le leggi e regolazioni locali. Advarsel Endelig kassering av dette produktet skal være i henhold til alle relevante nasjonale lover og bestemmelser. Aviso ¡Advertencia! Varning! Deitar fora este produto em conformidade com todas as leis e regulamentos nacionais. Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales.
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