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7. (Optional) Connect a Console to the RSVLC-0501  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-13

Terminal Configuration  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-13
Direct Console Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-14

Sample Network Topologies

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Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no access point)   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-16

Infrastructure Wireless LAN   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-17

Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs  . . . . . . . . . .  2-18

3 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration

Recommended Minimal Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-1

Using the Command Line Interface   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-2

To Set the Manager User Name and Password   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-2
To Set the Access Point’s IP Address   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-3
To Set the Access Point’s Country Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-4
To Configure Radio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-4

Where to Go From Here  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-7

Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management

  . . . . .  3-8

Starting a Telnet Session   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-8

Starting an SSH Session  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-9

Starting a Web Browser Session  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-9

4 Using an External Antenna with the RSVLC-0501

External Antenna Options

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Installation Procedures

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1. Plan the Installation   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-3

2. Mount the Antenna  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-4

3. Connect Pigtail Cables to the Access Point  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-4

4. Configure the Antenna Mode and Type  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-6

Setting the Antenna Mode and Type Using the CLI  . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-6
Setting the Antenna Mode and Type Using the Web Interface . . .  4-6

Summary of Contents for J8986A

Page 1: ...HP ProCurve RSVLC 0501 Installation and Getting Started Guide ...

Page 2: ...damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additionalwarranty HP shallnotbe liablefortechnicaloreditorial errors or omissions contained herein Hewlett Packard assumes no res...

Page 3: ...ng the RSVLC 0501 Included Parts 2 1 Installation Procedures 2 2 Summary 2 2 Installation Precautions 2 3 1 Prepare the Installation Site 2 4 2 Verify the Access Point Passes the Self Test 2 5 LED Behavior 2 6 3 Mount the Access Point 2 7 Wall Mounting 2 7 Suspended Ceiling Mounting 2 9 Horizontal Surface Mounting 2 11 4 Connect the Access Point to a Power Source 2 11 5 Connect the Network Cable 2...

Page 4: ...t the Access Point s IP Address 3 3 To Set the Access Point s Country Code 3 4 To Configure Radio Settings 3 4 Where to Go From Here 3 7 Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management 3 8 Starting a Telnet Session 3 8 Starting an SSH Session 3 9 Starting a Web Browser Session 3 9 4 Using an External Antenna with the RSVLC 0501 External Antenna Options 4 2 Installation Procedures 4 3 1 Pla...

Page 5: ...twork Communications 5 7 Testing End to End Network Communications 5 7 Restoring Custom and Factory Default Configurations 5 8 Downloading New Access Point Software 5 10 HP Customer Support Services 5 10 Before Calling Support 5 10 A Specifications Physical A 1 Electrical A 1 Environmental A 1 Connectors A 2 Safety A 2 EMC Compliance Class B A 2 Radio Signal Certification A 2 Immunity A 2 Wireless...

Page 6: ...able Diagram B 3 Pin Assignments B 3 Crossover Twisted Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connection B 4 Cable Diagram B 4 Pin Assignments B 4 C Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information C 1 EMC Regulatory Statements C 9 D Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Statements D 1 Index ...

Page 7: ...a The unit includes internal diversity antennas for both radios and also connectors for attaching a variety of external antenna options Mounting options for the unit include horizontal surface wall suspended ceiling T rail and plenum space Throughout this manual this access point will be abbreviated as the RSVLC 0501 The RSVLC 0501 has one 10 100Base TX RJ 45 port This port also supports Power ove...

Page 8: ...arily for connecting wireless clients to an enterprise network This access point allows wireless clients to connect directly to each other or to connect to other computers or network resources located on the wired network This chapter describes your HP RSVLC 0501 including Top and back of the access point Access point features ...

Page 9: ...Access Point Power Radio 1 11b g Link Activity Radio 2 11a b g LAN ProCurve Access Point 530 NA J8986A Power Radio 1 11b g Link Activity Radio 2 11a b g LAN ProCurve Access Point 530 NA J8986A Power LAN Link and Wireless Link LEDs HP ProCurve RSVLC 0501 Indicator Panel Power LED Ethernet LED Wireless LED Wireless LEDs ...

Page 10: ... or the Web browser interface Blinking or On The RJ 45 port has a link indication from a 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps device and is transmitting or receiving traffic The LED blinking rate is proportional to the traffic rate If there is no traffic the blinking rate will be once every five seconds As the trafficrateincreases theblinkingratealsoincreasesuntiltheLEDissolidon which indicates there no available ...

Page 11: ...as for wireless communi cations A diversity antenna system uses two identical antennas to receive and transmit signals helping to avoid multipath fading effects When receiving the access point checks both antennas and selects the one with the strongest signal When transmitting it will continue to use the antenna previously selected for receiving The access point never transmits from both antennas ...

Page 12: ...e can be a PC or worksta tion running a VT 100 terminal emulator or a VT 100 terminal Network Port Theaccess pointincludesone10 100Base TX port Thisportuses the HPAuto MDIX feature which means that you can use either straight through or crossover twisted pair cables to connect the access point to a switch or workstation Refer to the following section for information on supplying power to the acces...

Page 13: ...ssed with the Clearbuttonina specific pattern anyconfigurationchanges youmayhave made through the access point console or the Web browser interface are removed and the customer specified default configuration is restored to the access point For the specific method to restore the customer default configuration see Restoring Custom and Factory Default Configura tions in chapter 5 Troubleshooting of ...

Page 14: ...erface are removed and the customer specified default configuration is restored to the access point For the specific method to restore the customer default configuration see Restoring Custom and Factory Default Config urations in chapter 5 Troubleshooting of this guide Restoring Factory Default Configuration When pressed with the Reset button in a specific pattern any configuration changes you may...

Page 15: ...ireless bridging between access points neighbor access point detection Quality of Service QoS support through Wi Fi Multimedia WMM and Spectralink Voice Priority auto channel selection simplifies deployment by testing all available channels and selecting the best channel based on signal to noise ratio international country configuration select the appropriate country and the access point automatic...

Page 16: ...r IEEE 802 1Q compliant VLANs as specified for each client in the RADIUS server so that wireless clients can join the appropriate logical grouping for the network user s needs RADIUS Accounting for logging user activity on the network support for many advanced features to enhance network performance for a description see the Management and Configuration Guide which is on the Documentation CD ROM t...

Page 17: ...ted Guide J8986A 90001 this manual HP ProCurve Product Documentation CD ROM contains PDF file copies of the documentation for the RSVLC 0501 including the Management and Configuration Guide Customer Support Warranty booklet Accessory kit 5069 5700 four 5 8 inch number 12 wood screws to attach the access point to a wall four plastic wall plugs for mounting on a brick or concrete wall four rubber fe...

Page 18: ...eration 3 Mount the access point page 2 7 The RSVLC 0501 can be mounted on a wall on a suspended ceiling T rail or on a horizontal surface 4 Connect power to the access point page 2 11 Once the access point is mounted plug it into a nearby main power source or connect it to a switch that provides Power over Ethernet 5 Connect to the network page 2 12 Using the appropriate network cable connect the...

Page 19: ...her adapters including adapters that came with other HP network products may result in damage to the equipment When using the acess point s AC power adapter note that the AC outlet should be near the access point and should be easily accessible in case the access point must be powered off Ensure that the access point does not overload the power circuits wiring and over current protection To determ...

Page 20: ...ensure that the access point s location provides optimal reception throughout the service area At the back of the access point leave at least 7 6 cm 3 inches of space for the twisted pair cabling and the power cord On the sides of the access point leave at least 7 6 cm 3 inches for cooling Port Type Cable Type Length Limits Twisted Pair Cables 10 100Base TX 10 Mbps operation Category 3 4 or 5 100 ...

Page 21: ...roperly grounded electrical outlet N ot e The RSVLC 0501 does not have a power switch It is powered on when the power adapterisconnected to the access pointandto a powersource or when a network cable is connected to the access point and to a network device that provides Power over Ethernet For safety when connecting to an electrical outlet the power outlet should be located near the access point U...

Page 22: ...sfully The Power LED remains on green The LAN and Radio LEDs on the top of the access point go into their normal operational mode If the ports are connected to active network devices the LEDs should be blinking Iftheportsare not connectedto active network devices the LEDs stay off If the LED display is different than what is described above especially if the Power LED does not stop blinking or tur...

Page 23: ...ports and connectors pointing down 2 To mount the access point on a plastered brick or concrete wall first drill fourholes22 mmdeepand3 5mmindiameter andpressthefourincluded wall plugs firmly into the drilled holes until they are flush with the surface of the wall 3 Position the mounting bracket over the drilled holes then insert the four 5 8 inch number 12 wood screws in the holes and tighten dow...

Page 24: ...2 8 Installing the RSVLC 0501 Installation Procedures Installing the RSVLC 0501 5 8 inch wood screws Mounting the Bracket on a Wall ...

Page 25: ...bracket so that the four protrusions on the bracket enter the four recessslotsonthebottomoftheaccesspoint Pushtheaccesspointfirmly down onto the bracket until clicks into a locked position 2 Position the access point with its mounting bracket at a slight angle to the suspended ceiling T rail 3 Push the access point firmly onto the T rail then turn anticlockwise until the rail snaps into the clips ...

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