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System Overview

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Chapter 1

2 GE uplink ports

The GE ports can provide high-bandwidth uplinks between the Alcatel 
Wireless LAN Switch and the wired LAN. The GE port sockets accept a variety 
of Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs) for versatility in selecting optical and 
electrical interfaces. See 

“GE Uplink Ports”

 on 

page 22

 for port, LED, and cable 

specifications.

Serial Console port

This port is for connecting a local management console. It is required to 
access the text-based Command-Line Interface (CLI) for initial configuration of 
the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. It can also be used for switch management 
and troubleshooting.

The port accepts an RS-232 serial cable an RJ-45 male connector. See 

“Serial 

Console Port”

 on 

page 25

 for more port and cable specifications.

See the 

Alcatel AOS-W User’s Guide

 for details on using the features available 

through this port.

Fans/heat exhaust (on side)

Four independent fans promote proper air circulation for cooling the Alcatel 
Wireless LAN Switch.

During operation, the air vents on the left and right sides of the chassis must 
remain unobstructed by cables or mounting equipment. For proper air 
circulation, leave at least 10 cm (4 inches) of clearance on the left and right of 
the chassis.

Holes for attaching rack mounting brackets (on side)

Power Input Socket (on back)

The power input socket on the back of the switch accepts a power cord with 
a standard IEC320 connector. For proper safety and performance, the power 
cord must be rated to 10 A and conform to grounded electrical standards in 
the country where the product is operated.

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Summary of Contents for Alcatel OmniAccess 4324

Page 1: ...i OmniAccess 4324 Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guide TM...

Page 2: ...All rights reserved Specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice Originated in the USA Trademarks AOS W and Alcatel OmniAccess 4324 are trademarks of Alcatel in the United States...

Page 3: ...tions not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject...

Page 4: ...1 Subchapter J Part 1040 10 and IEC 60825 1 1993 A1 1997 A2 2001 IEC 60825 2 2000 For continued compliance with the above laser safety standards only approved Class 1 modules from our approved vendors...

Page 5: ...s LAN Solution xi Deployment Summary xii Chapter 1 System Overview 1 Features 1 Physical Description 2 Chapter 2 Installing the Chassis 5 Pre Installation Checklist 5 Precautions 6 Requirements 7 Rack...

Page 6: ...ay 2005 FE Network Ports 18 Serial Power Over Ethernet 18 Physical Description LEDs 18 Pin Outs 20 Cables 21 GE Uplink Ports 22 Physical Description and LEDs 22 Serial Console Port 25 Port Adapter Pin...

Page 7: ...l is organized as follows Chapter 1 System Overview Describes the main features of this product including physical diagrams Chapter 2 Installing the Chassis Instructions for mounting the chassis and a...

Page 8: ...z Filenames software devices and certain commands when mentioned in the text Commands In the command examples this bold font depicts text that the user must type exactly as shown Arguments In the comm...

Page 9: ...Preface ix Contacting Alcatel Web Site Telephone Numbers z Main Site http www alcatel com z Support http www alcatel com enterprise z Main US Canada 800 995 2612 z Main Outside US 818 880 3500...

Page 10: ...OmniAccess 4324 Installation Guide x Part 031640 00 May 2005...

Page 11: ...major components z Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch This is an enterprise class switch into which multiple Access Points APs and Air Moni tors AMs are connected and controlled z Alcatel Wireless Access Poi...

Page 12: ...ole messages to ensure proper operation The Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guides provide the necessary instructions Initial configuration of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Configuration re...

Page 13: ...nts The following tasks are involved z Configure the planned network features via command line or Web inter face z Test and debug the deployment Refer to the Alcatel AOS W User Guide and the Alcatel A...

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Page 15: ...chapters Features This section outlines the general features of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch z 24 10 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet FE ports with Serial and Power Over Ethernet SPOE capability z 2 10 100 1...

Page 16: ...ing wireless APs such as the Alcatel Wireless Access Point as well as wired LAN segments The ports provide 10 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity and in some cases power and serial connectivity as wel...

Page 17: ...r See Serial Console Port on page 25 for more port and cable specifications See the Alcatel AOS W User s Guide for details on using the features available through this port Fans heat exhaust on side F...

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Page 19: ...screws included Four 12 24 screws included or screws appropriate for your rack Alcatel power cord rated to at least 10 A with IEC320 connec tor included Phillips or cross head screwdriver 19 inch equi...

Page 20: ...lated This includes any network cables To minimize electrical hazard keep water and other fluids away from the product Comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and...

Page 21: ...he rack mounting kit contains the following parts FIGURE 2 1 Rack Mounting Kit NOTE The four 12 24 screws are intended for securing the switch to the rack Some racks require different screws which are...

Page 22: ...tch power supply z Cool non condensing ventilation For proper operation the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch requires an environment with an ambient air temperature between 0 and 40 C 32 to 104 F Humidity...

Page 23: ...witch chassis as shown in Figure 2 2 FIGURE 2 2 Attaching the Rack Mounting Brackets Orient both brackets so that the narrow flange faces the front When placed properly the brackets screw holes will m...

Page 24: ...and align the brackets mounting holes with the corresponding holes in your rack frame FIGURE 2 3 Mounting the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Use a Phillips or cross head screwdriver to secure the switch...

Page 25: ...learance requirements FIGURE 2 4 Keep Clear Zones For proper air circulation leave at least 10 cm 4 inches clearance for the vents on the left and right of the chassis Leave additional space in front...

Page 26: ...he POE devices The total power drawn by all connected Power Over Ethernet POE devices must not exceed 200 W total For details see POE Power Requirements on page 15 Attach the power cord to the power i...

Page 27: ...Check the fans to verify they are working You should be able to feel significant airflow blowing from the chassis vents at each of the three fan positions Check for the appropriate operation indicato...

Page 28: ...ystem has passed the initial power up test z Connect appropriate network cables see Appendix B on page 13 for port and cable information You are now ready to perform the initial setup as described in...

Page 29: ...er Over Ethernet POE Make sure that the total POE power required does not exceed 200 W NOTE Recalculate the worksheet numbers whenever devices using POE are connected to or disconnected from the netwo...

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Page 31: ...d serial connectivity to compatible devices z 2 Gigabit Ethernet GE ports Used for high bandwidth 10 100 1000 Mbps GE uplink between the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch and the wired LAN Each port socket...

Page 32: ...is connected to a network port the port can provide operating power to that device through the connected Ethernet cable This allows APs to be installed in areas where electrical outlets are unavailab...

Page 33: ...ts own POE LED located at the right side of the port This LED provides the following POE status information TABLE B 1 FE LNK ACT LED Status Description Off No Ethernet link on the port Green An Ethern...

Page 34: ...ut is not listed in the switch security policies If security policies are enabled clients are not granted access to your network through the unsecured AP Green flashing An air monitor on this port has...

Page 35: ...tel SPOE adapters are compatible with the following APs z Direct connection to a POE compatible device This requires a 4 or 8 conductor Category 5 UTP Ethernet cable with an RJ 45 male connector A str...

Page 36: ...the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch and the wired LAN The port automatically senses and negotiates speed duplex and MDI MDX settings Physical Description and LEDs FIGURE B 3 GE Uplink Ports Each GE port...

Page 37: ...current information on modules of other types and from other vendors visit our Web site or contact customer support see page xiii Replacing a GBIC FIGURE 3 1 GBIC Removal and Insertion TABLE 3 1 Appr...

Page 38: ...000BASE SX optical Shortwave 850 nm Cable Connect or Range 62 5 m multimode fiber SC type fiber optic Up to 260 m 850 feet Cable Connect or Range 50 m multimode fiber SC type fiber optic Up to 550 m 1...

Page 39: ...e shown in Figure B 4 FIGURE B 4 Serial Port To connect the required RS 232 serial cable to a terminal with a DB 9 male port use the included adapter Pin outs are shown in Figure B 5 FIGURE B 5 Serial...

Page 40: ...OmniAccess 4324 Installation Guide 26 Part 031640 00 May 2005 Communications Settings TABLE B 6 Console Terminal Settings Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control 9600 8 None 1 None...

Page 41: ...2 Environmental Specifications Item Specification Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing TABLE C 3 Operational Specifications Item Sp...

Page 42: ...A VCCI Class A Japan The CE approval mark on back of the product indicates that it meets European Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 Class A CISPR 22 Class A EN55024 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 3 AS NZS 3548...

Page 43: ...Notes 29 Notes...

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