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Installation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine

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AAA servers

adding to WLSE

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monitoring

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setting up

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access point, configuring for management

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AC power

connecting to

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receptacle

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admin password, setting

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audience for this document

back panel features

Ethernet connectors

serial port

bridge, configuring for management

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browser

configuring

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supported browsers

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cabling

connecting a console

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connecting during installation

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considerations

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Ethernet connectors

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network cable requirements

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cautions, significance of

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CD-ROM drive, location of

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certificate, HTTPS

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certificate, SSL

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Cisco Access Registrar (CAR)

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Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP)

alternatives to

all devices as seeds

device import

enabling on devices

using for discovery

CiscoSecure ACS Server, configuring

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CiscoWorks server, importing devices

from

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community strings

adding to devices

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adding to WLSE

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Page 3: ...com xxii Documentation DVD xxii Ordering Documentation xxiii Documentation Feedback xxiii Cisco Product Security Overview xxiii Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products xxiv Obtaining Technical Assistance xxv Cisco Technical Support Website xxv Submitting a Service Request xxvi Definitions of Service Request Severity xxvi Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xxvii C H A P T E R 1...

Page 4: ...y with Electricity 2 5 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 2 6 Preventing EMI 2 7 Preparing Your Site for Installation 2 7 Environmental 2 7 Choosing a Site for Installation 2 8 Grounding the System 2 8 Creating a Safe Environment 2 9 AC Power 2 9 Cabling 2 9 Precautions for Rack Mounting 2 10 Precautions for Products with Modems Telecommunications or Local Area Network Options 2 11 Tools a...

Page 5: ...esolution 3 6 Using the WLSE Without a DNS Server 3 6 Verifying the Configuration 3 7 Configuring the Web Browser 3 8 Supported Browsers 3 8 Configuring Internet Explorer 3 9 Configuring Mozilla 3 11 Logging into the Web Interface and Verifying Connectivity 3 12 Adding Users 3 13 Next Steps Set Up Devices and Configure Device Management 3 14 C H A P T E R 4 Setting Up Devices Overview 4 1 Finding ...

Page 6: ...n IOS Access Points 5 4 Enter Telnet or SSH Credentials for IOS Access Points 5 5 Enter HTTP Port Settings for IOS Access Points 5 6 Enter WLCCP Credentials for Wireless Domain Services WDS 5 6 Configuring Discovery Options 5 7 Discovering Devices 5 8 Run CDP Discovery 5 8 Run CDP Discovery Now 5 9 Modify the CDP Discovery Schedule 5 10 Import Devices 5 11 Import Devices from a File 5 11 Import De...

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Page 13: ...re installation information and technical specifications apply only to the CiscoWorks 1130 19 Wireless LAN Solution Engine The software information applies to WLSE 2 9 software running on both the CiscoWorks 1130 19 WLSE and the CiscoWorks 1130 WLSE This guide contains the following sections Cisco 90 Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms Supplemental License Agreement Product Overview Installing WLS...

Page 14: ...r take note Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to material not covered in the publication Caution Means reader be careful In this situation you might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data Item Convention Commands and keywords boldface font Variables for which you supply values italic font Displayed session and system information screen font Information you...

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Page 19: ...xix Installation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 Preface Conventions ...

Page 20: ...uide from the online help by clicking View PDF and access the troubleshooting guide by clicking Troubleshooting The following product documentation is available Document Title Description and Locations Release Notes for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine New features documentation updates known and resolved problems Available as PDF on the WLSE recovery CD and on Cisco com at www cisco co...

Page 21: ...duct rtrmgmt cwparent cw_1105 wlse 2_11 index htm Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the CiscoWorks 1130 19 Wireless LAN Solution Engine Regulatory compliance and safety information for the WLSE Available as a printed document shipped with the WLSE as PDF on the WLSE Recovery CD and on Cisco com at www cisco com univercd cc td doc product rtrmgmt cwparent cw_1105 wlse 2_11 index htm ...

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Page 29: ... This chapter describes software features of WLSE 2 11 and hardware features of the WLSE 1130 19 This chapter contains the following sections Software Features page 1 2 Hardware Features WLSE 1130 19 page 1 3 Equipment Included in the Package page 1 7 Note For translated safety warnings and regulatory compliance information see the document titled Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for t...

Page 30: ...t highly available WLAN management solution Deployment Wizard Configures and discovers access points used in a Cisco Structured Wireless Aware Network SWAN framework The WLSE operates by gathering fault performance and configuration information about Cisco devices that it discovers in your network The devices must be properly configured for discovery After devices are discovered you decide which d...

Page 31: ...gine 78 16778 01 Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Features WLSE 1130 19 Hardware Features WLSE 1130 19 This section describes the WLSE 1130 19 front and back panels Front Panel Features Figure 1 1 shows front panel features Figure 1 1 Front Panel Features 99974 4 2 3 1 6 7 1 2 1 2 5 ...

Page 32: ...vity link indicator 3 CD ROM drive 7 Hard drive indicator 4 Video output or USB port Do not use for the console use the console serial port on the back panel Table 1 1 System Indicators Indicator Color Function Power Green The power indicator lights up when the WLSE is connected to an AC power source Hard Drive activity Blue The hard drive activity indicator blinks when hard drive activity occurs ...

Page 33: ...es WLSE 1130 19 Back Panel Features Figure 1 2 shows the WLSE back panel Figure 1 2 Back Panel Connections 1 AC power receptacle 5 Video output Do not use for the console use the console serial port 2 Mouse port 6 Ethernet 0 connector 3 USB port 7 Ethernet 1 connector 4 Console serial port 8 Console keyboard connector 99973 1 2 1 2 3 6 7 4 5 8 ...

Page 34: ...ctors Ethernet Connectors The WLSE has integrated 10 100 1000 megabit per second Mbps Ethernet connectors Each Ethernet connector provides all the functions of a network expansion card and supports 10BASE T 100BASE TX and 1000BASE T Ethernet standards The location of the Ethernet connectors is shown in Figure 1 2 on page 1 5 Pin Signal I O Definition 1 DCD I Data carrier detect 2 SIN I Serial inpu...

Page 35: ...ace Connect the other end of the cable to an RJ 45 jack wall plate or to an RJ 45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub depending on your network configuration Observe the following cabling restrictions for 10BASE T 100BASE TX and 1000BASE T networks For 10BASE T networks use Category 3 or greater wiring and connectors For 100BASE TX and 1000 BASE T networks use Category 5 or greater wiring and connec...

Page 36: ...Ethernet cable yellow Adapters DB 9 to RJ 45 Adapter DB 25 to RJ 45 WLSE 2 11 Recovery CD WLSE documentation Installation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks 1130 19 Wireless LAN Solution Engine Finding Documentation for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the CiscoWorks 1130 19 Wireless LAN Solution Engine ...

Page 37: ... Install WLSE 1130 19 Hardware page 2 1 Installing WLSE 1130 19 Hardware page 2 11 Preparing to Install WLSE 1130 19 Hardware This section describes the safety instructions and site requirements needed for installing the WLSE 1130 19 and guides you through installation preparation The section contains the following topics Safety page 2 2 Preparing Your Site for Installation page 2 7 Precautions fo...

Page 38: ...mber To see the translations of a warning into other languages look up its statement number in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the CiscoWorks 1130 19 Wireless LAN Solution Engine The following warnings and cautions are provided to help you prevent damage to the devices or injury to yourself Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install replace or se...

Page 39: ...r circuit breaker no larger than 120VAC 20A U S 240VAC 16 to 20A international is used on the phase conductors all current carrying conductors The fuse or circuit breaker must have adequate safety approvals recognized by the country of usage Statement 119 Warning This equipment is intended to be grounded to comply with emission and immunity requirements Ensure that the switch functional ground lug...

Page 40: ...rding to all national laws and regulations Statement 1040 Warning Before working on a system that has an on off switch turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord Statement 1 Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source Statement 1004 Warning The ports labeled Ethernet 10BaseT Token Ring Console and AUX are safety extra low voltage SELV circuits SELV...

Page 41: ...tric shock by shorting out interior components Position system cables and power cables carefully route system cables and the power cable and plug so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over Be sure that nothing rests on your system components cables or power cable Do not modify power cables or plugs Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications Always follow you...

Page 42: ...al outlets These cables are equipped with three prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable Observe power strip ratings Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into the power strip does not exceed 80 of the rating To help protect your system components from sudden transient increases and decreases in electri...

Page 43: ...istance in an electromagnetic field electromagnetic interference EMI can occur between the field and the signals on the wires Note that Bad plant wiring can result in radio frequency interference RFI Strong EMI especially when it is caused by lightning or radio transmitters can destroy the signal drivers and receivers in the system and can even create an electrical hazard by conducting power surge...

Page 44: ...g air from internal components Electrical equipment generates heat Ambient air temperature might not be adequate to cool equipment to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation Make sure that the room in which you operate has adequate air circulation Choosing a Site for Installation Warning This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas A restricted access ar...

Page 45: ...ent protection Make sure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC 15A U S and 240 VAC 10A international are used on the phase conductors all current carrying conductors Cabling Use the cables in the accessory kit to connect the WLSE s console port to a console or computer that is running a console program In addition to the console cable you must supply your own standard Ethernet cabl...

Page 46: ... 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Ensure that proper airflow is provided to components in the rack Do not step on or stand on any system component when servicing other system components in a rack This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heavies...

Page 47: ...touching or installing internal components or touching an uninsulate4d modem cable or jack Do not use a telephone line to report a gas leak while you are in the vicinity of the leak Tools and Equipment Required for Installation You need the following tools and equipment to install the WLSE Number 2 Phillips screwdriver Tape measure and level Antistatic mat or antistatic foam ESD grounding strap In...

Page 48: ...the proper site and environmental conditions Failure to read and follow these guidelines could lead to an unsuccessful installation and possible damage to the system and components Perform the steps below when installing and servicing the WLSE The rack must be properly secured to the floor to the ceiling or upper wall and where applicable to adjacent racks The rack should be secured using floor an...

Page 49: ...that has not been securely anchored in place Damage to the system and personal injury may result Due to the size and weight of the computer system never attempt to install the computer system by yourself See Precautions for Rack Mounting page 2 10 for additional safety information on rack installation The server can be installed in a system 1U rack The rack rail components are as follows numbers i...

Page 50: ...allation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 2 telescopic rails 1 2 1 cable management arm 3 Bag containing 9 Round head screws with washer 4 6 Round head screws 5 6 Cage nuts 6 Velcro 7 Figure 2 1 Rack Rail Components 99520 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 ...

Page 51: ...ardware To install the CiscoWorks 1130 19 WLSE in a rack perform the following steps Step 1 Attach the telescopic rails to the rack assembly a See Figure 2 2 Extend the server rail 1 as far as it will go b Press the green spring plate 2 and slide out that part of the server rail 1 Set it aside for attaching to the chassis Figure 2 2 Removing the Server Rail 1 2 3 99521 ...

Page 52: ...s Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 c See Figure 2 3 Using a screwdriver 1 push the middle rail to the end of the rail Figure 2 3 Telescoping the Rail Note To allow for adjustment later in the installation do not tighten any screws The outer rail bracket assembly with extended bracket 1 must be assembled to the left side 99522 1 ...

Page 53: ...Engine 78 16778 01 Chapter 2 Installing WLSE 1130 19 Hardware Installing WLSE 1130 19 Hardware d See Figure 2 4 Attach the front end of the telescopic outside rail 1 to the rack Figure 2 4 Attaching Front Rail to the Rack Note The left side of the rail is for the cable arm 99523 1 3 2 ...

Page 54: ...ware 2 18 Installation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 e See Figure 2 5 Attach the back end of the rail to the rack Figure 2 5 Attaching Back Rail to Rack f Repeat this process with the other rail and rack assembly 99540 ...

Page 55: ...middle rail about 30 cm and fasten with screws See Figure 2 6 Then push the middle rail back into its original position Figure 2 6 Attaching Screws to Telescopic Rail Note Leaving some play between the bracket and the rail until you install the rail into the rack will make affixing the rail to the rack easier After the rail is attached to the rack you can tighten the screws 99524 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 56: ...llation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 Step 2 Attach the chassis to the rack a See Figure 2 7 Secure chassis to the inner rail using three screws Repeat this process with the other server rail Figure 2 7 Attaching Chassis to Rail 95525 ...

Page 57: ...talling WLSE 1130 19 Hardware b See Figure 2 8 Insert the chassis in the rack Figure 2 8 Sliding Chassis onto Rack c Slide the chassis back and forward several times Fasten with all the screws described in Step 1d d See Figure 2 9 Slide six Velcro strips into the holes of the management arm Figure 2 9 Attaching Velcro to Management Arm 99526 99527 ...

Page 58: ...uide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 e See Figure 2 10 Install the rear side of the cable management arm into the back rail until it snaps in the clip Then install the front cable management arm into the inner rail until it snaps into the clip Figure 2 10 Attaching Management Arm 99528 ...

Page 59: ...LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 Chapter 2 Installing WLSE 1130 19 Hardware Installing WLSE 1130 19 Hardware f See Figure 2 11 Put cables into the cable management arm and use the Velcro to tighten the cable into the arm Figure 2 11 Installing Cable in Management Arm 99529 ...

Page 60: ... the closed position If the cable is too heavy to carry the server use a screwdriver to adjust the cam so that the cable management arm is horizontal Figure 2 12 Fastening the Server into the Rack Warning This product relies on the building s installation for short circuit overcurrent protection Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC 15A U S CAN 240 VAC 10A INTERNATIONAL Stat...

Page 61: ...onnect the AC power receptacle to the AC power source with the provided power cable Connecting Cables Use unshielded twisted pair UTP copper wire Ethernet cable with standard RJ 45 compatible plugs to connect the WLSE to the network To connect the cables follow these steps Step 1 Plug the network connection into the Ethernet 0 port See Figure 1 2 on page 1 5 for the location of the Ethernet 0 port...

Page 62: ...wer on press the power switch To turn its power off press and hold the power switch for at least four seconds See Figure 1 1 on page 1 3 for the location of the power switch The system begins booting and sending messages to the console window When the login prompt appears you can configure the system Next Step Configuration Run the setup program and perform basic configuration See Chapter 3 Settin...

Page 63: ...eference Table 3 1 provides a high level overview of the basic initial setup of the WLSE Table 3 1 Initial Setup Quick Reference Task References 1 Run the setup program Configuring the WLSE s Network Information page 3 2 2 Configure DNS if necessary Configuring Name Resolution page 3 6 3 Verify the configuration Verifying the Configuration page 3 7 4 Configure the web browser Configuring the Web B...

Page 64: ...r key You can use CLI commands to change some responses after running setup see Changing the Configuration After Running Setup page 3 5 You can exit the setup program in two ways Press Ctrl c The login prompt appears Log in as the user setup to rerun the setup program Enter no at the final prompt Would you like to save this configuration yes The setup program exits without saving the configuration...

Page 65: ...eed to the next prompt Table 3 2 General Configuration Prompt Response Description Sample Response host name System host name SolutionEngine domain name System domain name cisco com admin password Sets the password for the default user admin Characters you type do not appear on screen Note Default user admin is reserved and cannot be deleted or changed You can use the admin password to log into th...

Page 66: ...rver IP address IP address of DNS server for name address resolution The setup program does not validate the IP address you enter If you are not using DNS see Using the WLSE Without a DNS Server page 3 6 before proceeding 209 165 201 1 Would you like to save this configuration yes Enter yes to save the configuration The configuration is saved and system reboots Enter no to exit without saving conf...

Page 67: ...uide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Release 2 11 Changing the Configuration After Running Setup To change the information in the setup configuration use the following CLI commands at any time For more information about CLI commands see the User Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Release 2 11 You can use CLI commands by connecting to the WLSE through the console ...

Page 68: ...g problems will occur Host names will not resolve Discovery will be slow Connecting to the WLSE via Telnet will be slow You will be able to connect to the WLSE only after name resolution on the client times out Ping and traceroute commands will result in 100 packet losses in 4 out of 5 ICMP packets This occurs because the WLSE times out when attempting reverse DNS lookup By default IP addresses wi...

Page 69: ...ou created during setup You can also use Telnet or SSH to log in as the admin user Note For security reasons Telnet is disabled on the WLSE by default If you want to connect to the CLI interface using Telnet you can enable it by selecting Administration Appliance Security SSH and Telnet Then select enable and click Configure to save the change Step 2 If you are using a DNS server enter the followi...

Page 70: ... to set the clock Use the ntp server CLI command Step 6 Enter the exit command to log out You are now finished using the console The remaining steps take place at the client system Configuring the Web Browser Normally all WLSE tasks are performed in the Web interface Before you connect to the Web interface make sure you are using a supported browser and that the browser is properly configured Supp...

Page 71: ...ons Step 2 Enable JavaScript a Select Security b Make sure that the Internet icon is selected and click Custom Level c Scroll to Scripting and select the following Select Enable for Active scripting Select Enable for Allow paste operations via script Table 3 4 Supported Browsers Client Operating System Supported Browsers Windows 2000 Windows NT and Windows XP Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 with S...

Page 72: ...ts c Click OK then click OK again The text in the browser window is redrawn using the new fonts Not all of the fonts will change after this user defined font option is set Step 5 Disable caching a Select General Then select Settings b Under Check for newer versions of stored pages select Every visit to the page Step 6 Click OK Note Windows XP does not come with the Java Plug in installed on Intern...

Page 73: ...blocking software or add the WLSE to the allow list To configure Mozilla 1 6 perform the following steps Procedure Step 1 Select Edit Preferences Step 2 Configure the browser to accept cookies a Under Privacy Security Cookies go to Enable cookies based on privacy settings b Select Allow all cookies or Allow cookies for the originating web site only Step 3 Disable caching a Select Advanced Cache b ...

Page 74: ...he following steps Step 1 To verify HTTP connectivity enter the system IP address followed by 1741 the default port number For example if the system IP address is 209 165 202 128 enter http 209 165 202 128 1741 If a login dialog box appears you have connectivity Step 2 To verify HTTPS connectivity enter the system IP address prefixed by https Do not use a port number in the URL For example if the ...

Page 75: ...or the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Release 2 11 To create users Step 1 Select Administration User Admin Manage Users Step 2 Enter a user name password and email address in the appropriate fields Step 3 Select the user s CLI access level Step 4 Select the user s role A user s role determines which WLSE features that user is allowed to access The WLSE provides the following default user ...

Page 76: ... Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 Next Steps Set Up Devices and Configure Device Management The next steps are to Prepare devices for management see Chapter Chapter 4 Setting Up Devices Overview Configure device management on the WLSE see Chapter 5 Setting Up Discovery and Device Management ...

Page 77: ...ce setup and information on where to find detailed instructions and information on the devices are supported by the WLSE Finding Details on Supported Devices For information about device models and versions supported by the WLSE see the Supported Devices Table for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 2 11 on Cisco com at http www cisco com univercd cc td doc product rtrmgmt cwparent cw_1105...

Page 78: ...diately after you log in to the WLSE s web interface For information on using the Deployment Wizard see the WLSE online help or the User Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Release 2 11 on Cisco com at http www cisco com univercd cc td doc product rtrmgmt cwparent cw_1105 w lse 2_11 index htm Basic Device Setup Methods For details on setting up external devices see the document C...

Page 79: ... IOS Access Points and Bridges You can use the device Web interface the device CLI or WLSE configuration templates to configure IOS devices Device configuration consists of Basic network configuration Normally enabling Cisco Discovery Protocol CDP Configuring SNMP Configuring Telnet or SSH for pushing configuration to APs Radio management configuration Configuring Wireless Domain Services WDS devi...

Page 80: ...y CiscoSecure ACS Cisco Access Registrar CAR RADIUS and access points configured as AAA servers The services supported are LEAP RADIUS EAP MD5 PEAP EAP GTC only and EAP FAST AAA server configuration consists of Configuring the server to recognize the WLSE Configuring the WLSE to add information about the servers to be monitored Configuring a Wireless LAN Services Module You can use a Wireless LAN ...

Page 81: ...ng devices Detailed procedures are provided in this chapter Note For IOS access points used within a Cisco Structured Wireless Aware Network SWAN you can use Wireless Doman Services WDS and the WLSE s Deployment Wizard for device configuration and deployment instead of performing Tasks 1 through 4 in Table 5 1 The Deployment Wizard is the prefered method for such deployments The Deployment Wizard ...

Page 82: ...ring the following required device credentials on the WLSE For all managed devices enter SNMP credentials For access points the following additional credentials are required For IOS based access points enter Telnet or SSH credentials and IOS HTTP port settings For non IOS access points enter HTTP credentials For radio management enter WLCCP credentials Table 5 1 Quick Reference Tasks References 1 ...

Page 83: ...munities screen in which you can modify and delete strings as required For more information see Import Devices page 5 11 To configure community strings on the WLSE perform the following steps Step 1 Select Devices Discover Device Credentials SNMP Communities Note This screen contains a default entry which can cover all devices provided device community strings are set to the default public Step 2 ...

Page 84: ...tials are required for downloading configuration files to non IOS access points and for uploading configuration from such access points The same password must be set on each access point You can enter as many usernames and passwords as necessary To enter HTTP usernames and passwords Step 1 Select Devices Discover Device Credentials HTTP User Password Step 2 To add a username and password a Enter t...

Page 85: ...respond to the login sequence on the access point s For example if the access point does not prompt for a user name do not enter a user name To enter Telnet or SSH credentials perform the following steps Step 1 Select Devices Discover Device Credentials Telnet SSH User Password Step 2 To add a username and password a Enter the access point IP address or range of IP addresses that will use this use...

Page 86: ...ace To enter HTTP or HTTPS port settings perform the following steps Step 1 Select Devices Discover Device Credentials IOS HTTP HTTPS Port Settings Step 2 To add a port a Enter the IP address or range of IP addresses that use this port number b Enter the port number c Click Save Step 3 Repeat Step 2 to add more IP addresses and ports Enter WLCCP Credentials for Wireless Domain Services WDS To conf...

Page 87: ... displays instead of their IP addresses select Use Reverse DNS lookup b Configure the name format for devices in WLSE displays in the Name Format field c To enable automatic management for all discovered devices select Auto Manage Devices Otherwise you must manually move devices to the managed state after they have been discovered d To arrange temporary management of access points configure MAC ad...

Page 88: ...LCCP for the infrastructure access points The access points must be properly configured All access points will be used as seeds The WDS must also be configured and in the managed state For device configuration information see Chapter 4 Setting Up Devices Overview Run CDP Discovery Before CDP discovery can proceed you must specify at least one initiating IP address seed device from which other devi...

Page 89: ...s to be used for this one time discovery only Note If CDP is not enabled you still can discover devices by entering each of their IP addresses as seeds In that case however the connectivity between switches and access points will not be discovered a Enter the IP addresses or device names in the Add Seed Values text box and click b Set the CDP distance If the distance is set to 1 only the immediate...

Page 90: ...ck Next Step 4 To modify the schedule a Select the Start Date and Start Time from the pull down lists b To repeat discovery at a specified interval select Enable Then enter a number for the interval and select Minutes Hours Days Weeks or Months from the pull down list c Click Next Step 5 If you already added community strings click Next If you have not added community strings you must add them now...

Page 91: ...re submitting or click Cancel to cancel all changes For more information about scheduled discoveries see the WLSE online help Import Devices After you import devices a one time discovery job starts immediately All of the WLSE supported devices in the file or found on the CiscoWorks server are used as seed devices with a CDP distance of 1 After importing devices ensure that they are managed Note If...

Page 92: ...Next or click Cancel to cancel the import Click Check Last Status to see the results of the last discovery Step 5 Click Finish to import the devices listed in the file A one time discovery begins immediately Step 6 Click Check Last Status to see the results of the import See the online help for more detailed information on importing devices from a file Import Devices from a CiscoWorks Server You c...

Page 93: ...If you selected Run Now discovery begins immediately If you scheduled the discovery for a later time the list of scheduled and completed discoveries appears Managing Devices After discovering or importing devices and verifying the results make sure that all the devices you want to manage or monitor are in the Managed folder Note If you specified auto management when configuring advanced options th...

Page 94: ... one or more devices in the New Devices box and click Manage The selected devices move to the appropriate group in the Managed folder For example if you select a switch and click Manage it will move to the Switch folder Note Inventory will run automatically after you move devices to the managed state Step 3 To view information about a device select the device from the Discovered Devices tree The D...

Page 95: ...ee the User Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Release 2 11 or the WLSE online help Text Box Description Server Name Hostname or IP address of an AAA server to be added Note Depending on how your network is set up the AAA server can be a Cisco Secure Access Control Server a Cisco Access Registrar RADIUS server or an access point configured as an AAA server Server Port Port on th...

Page 96: ...Chapter 5 Setting Up Discovery and Device Management Next Step 5 16 Installation and Configuration Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 ...

Page 97: ...cifications Component Specifications Serial ports Two 9 pin connectors RJ 45 ports RJ 45 connectors for connection to integrated 10 100 Ethernet controllers AC power supply wattage 230 W AC power supply voltage 100 to 120 VAC 200 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz System battery CR2032 3 V lithium coin cell Height 4 3 cm 1 7 inches Width 42 5 cm 16 7 inches Depth 55 cm 22 inches Weight 10 kg 23 lb maximum Operat...

Page 98: ...5 minutes Storage maximum vibration 0 5 G at 3 to 200 Hz for 15 minutes Operating maximum shock Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x y and z axes one pulse on each side of the system of 41 G for up to 2 ms Storage non operational maximum shock Six consecutively executed shock pulses in the positive and negative x y and z axes one pulse on each side of the system o...

Page 99: ... management 4 3 browser configuring 3 8 supported browsers 3 8 C cabling connecting a console 2 25 connecting during installation 2 25 considerations 2 9 Ethernet connectors 1 6 network cable requirements 1 7 cautions significance of xiv CD ROM drive location of 1 4 certificate HTTPS 3 4 certificate SSL 3 4 Cisco Access Registrar CAR 4 4 Cisco Discovery Protocol CDP alternatives to all devices as ...

Page 100: ...tings for IOS access points 5 6 SNMP credentials for all managed devices 5 3 Telnet SSH credentials for IOS access points 5 5 WLCCP credentials for Wireless Domain Services 5 6 D Deployment Wizard 4 2 Developer Guide xxi devices configuring 4 1 credentials adding to WLSE 5 2 deploying using Deployment Wizard 4 2 importing 5 11 managing 5 13 supported xx discovery CDP configuring on WLSE 5 8 enteri...

Page 101: ...6 configuring the web browser 3 8 configuring the WLSE 3 2 5 2 verifying the configuration 3 7 installing WLSE in a rack 2 12 powering on WLSE 2 26 power source connecting to 2 25 precautions for rack mounting 2 10 preparing for creating a safe environment 2 9 LAN options precautions for 2 11 modems precautions for 2 11 rack mounting precautions for 2 10 safety 2 2 site preparation 2 7 telecommuni...

Page 102: ... 3 11 powering on the WLSE 2 26 power switch and indicator 1 4 R rack mounting precautions for 2 10 procedure for 2 12 radio management configuring WLSE for 5 6 RADIUS server adding to WLSE 5 14 recovery CD WLSE in package 1 8 Release Notes xx roles for users 3 13 router configuring for management 4 3 S safety 2 2 electrostatic discharge 2 6 environmental 2 7 general precautions 2 5 preventing EMI...

Page 103: ...lnet on WLSE 3 7 Troubleshooting Guide xxi turning on the WLSE 2 26 typographical conventions in this document xiv U USB port 1 5 User Guide xx users adding 3 13 roles 3 13 W warnings regarding 10BaseT 100BaseTX and 10 100 ports 2 4 batteries and explosion danger 2 4 chassis opening 2 3 chassis working on 2 3 disposal of unit 2 4 explosion 2 4 faceplates and cover panels removing 2 3 failure to gr...

Page 104: ... Guide for the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine 78 16778 01 warranty vii WDS Wireless Domain Services configuring WLSE for 5 6 using Deployment Wizard for 4 2 Web interface browsers configuring 3 8 browsers supported 3 8 logging in 3 12 ...

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