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OmniAccess

OAW-AP70

Wireless Access Point

Installation Guide

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Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Front View Back View

The Alcatel AP Setup Process

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Chapter 3

Provisioning Access Points . . 7

Alcatel Discovery Protocol

AP Reprovisioning AP Provisioning Manual Provisioning

Requirements

Connecting the Console

Terminal

Setting OmniAccess

OAW-AP70 Parameters

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Mounting the OmniAccess

OAW-AP70

Alcatel AP70 Detachable

Antennas Free-Standing Placement Using the Built-In Mounting

Slots Using the Optional

Mounting Kits

Connecting Required Cables

Selecting an FE Cable Connecting Cables and

Power

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Appendix A Port Specifications . . . . . . . . 31

FE Port Serial Breakout Adapter

DB-9 Specification “To AP” Specifications

“To Network” Specifications USB Port External Antenna Jack

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Appendix B

Appendix C

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Accessing the AP Support

Prompt

Direct SPOE Connection to

Wireless LAN Switch Direct Terminal Connection Remote Telnet Connection

AP Support

Access Levels User Commands Privileged Commands

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Product Specifications. . . . . . 39

Compliance Certifications Product Features

Ethernet Compatibility Radio Characteristics Power Over Ethernet

Physical Description

Package Contents Optional Items

Alcatel AP70 Access Point Related Documents Text Conventions Contacting Alcatel

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Introduction

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The device works in conjunction with the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch and can act as a wireless access point or air monitor.

As a wireless Access Point (AP), the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 (also referred to as the AP AP70) provides transparent, secure, high-speed data communications between wireless network devices (fixed, portable, or mobile computers with IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g wireless adapters) and the wired LAN.

As a wireless Air Monitor (AM), a feature unique to Alcatel products, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 enhances wireless networks by collecting statistics, monitoring traffic, detecting intrusions, enforcing security policies, balancing wireless traffic load, self-healing coverage gaps, and more.

OTE—Installing the Alcatel AP70 requires setting the antenna

power, which requires professional training. The Alcatel AP70 installer must be trained to perform this configuration.

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Front View

FIGURE 1-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Front View

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Antenna fixtures for Wireless Communications

The AP will have:

Four Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connectors for attaching separate antennas (not included). For details, see “Alcatel AP70 Detachable Antennas” on page 22.

NOTE—When facing the AP70 as shown in Figure 1-1, the antenna connectors on

the right are for antenna 1 and the connectors on the left are for antenna 2 in a diversity configuration.

Built-in swivel array with dual, 802.11 .a/.b/.g band, omnidirectional antenna. The internal antenna is the default.

Indicator LEDs

During operation, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 LEDs provide the following information:

TABLE 1-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 LEDs

LED State Description

PWR

ENET0/1

B/G

Off The device is off - no power. Green-Solid The device is powered and operating. Green-FlashingThe device is powered but is not ready for

operation (typically, the AP is booting).

Off No link on the FE port. No connection to the

network. Green-Solid Ethernet link detected on the FE port. Green-FlashingTransmitting or receiving data across the FE

port. Flashing rate is proportional to network

activity. Off The wireless interface is disabled or down. Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and

functioning as an Access Point. Green-FlashingThe wireless interface is enabled and

functioning as an Air Monitor. Off The wireless interface is disabled or down. Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and

functioning as an Access Point. Green-FlashingThe wireless interface is enabled and

functioning as an Air Monitor.

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NOTE—LEDs on the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch provide additional status and

security information about connected APs.See the Alcatel AOS-W User Guide for more information.

Air Vents

These vents promote proper air circulation for cooling the device. Do not allow these vents to be obstructed by mounting equipment, network cables, or any other material.

FE Ports

The ENET0 and ENET1 ports attach the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment. Both ports support Power over Ethernet (POE). ENET0 also supports Serial Over Ethernet (SOE).

USB Ports

This port is used to connect the AP to a host computer to support application specific functionality and for future applications in the RF environment such as RFID tracking or spectrum analysis.

DC Power Socket

This socket is used to connect the optional AC power adapter (not included). If POE is being used to supply power to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, the power adapter is not necessary.

B/G Antenna Jack

This jack allows users to connect an external 802.11b or g antenna.

A Antenna Jack

This jack allows users to connect an external 802.11a antenna.

Kensington Security Slot

This slot is compatible with a Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not included) which can be used to prevent the unauthorized removal of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 from its installed location. To secure the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, wrap a security cable around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security Slot, and turn the key.

To use Kensington Security Slot while the Alcatel AP70 is mounted by the mounting slots, the fold-out internal antenna must be in an open position.

See Appendix A for port and cable specifications.

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Back View

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FIGURE 1-2 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Back View

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Mounting Slots

The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the chassis are used for mounting the OmniAccess OAW-AP70.

Air Vents

These vents promote proper air circulation for cooling the device. Do not allow these vents to be obstructed by mounting equipment, network cables, or any other material.

Fold-Out Internal Antenna

This fold-out antenna allows the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to be used upright on a table, shelf, ceiling, or wall. If you are configuring external antennas, the internal antenna can be left closed.

NOTE—The serial number and the model number are on the bottom of the fold

out antenna panel.

The Alcatel AP Setup Process

Setting up an Alcatel AP typically consists of four stages:

1 Wireless LAN Planning—The administrator determines how many Alcatel

APs will be needed for their wireless network strategy and where they will be deployed. This can be easily accomplished using Alcatel’s automated RF Plan site-survey software (available separately).

2 AP Provisioning—Provisioning provides each Alcatel AP with initial settings

that allow it to locate the host Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. Depending on the network topology and services, AP provisioning can be performed manually for each AP or plug-and-play for batches of APs.

AP provisioning is discussed in Chapter 2.

3 AP Deployment—Once provisioned, each AP can be physically installed at

its intended place of operation.

AP deployment is covered in Chapter 3.

4 AP Configuration—The administrator defines the operational behavior for

each Alcatel AP, such as RF characteristics and security features.

For AP configuration information, refer to the Alcatel AOS-W User Guide.

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Provisioning Access Points

Access Points are radio broadcast devices and as such are subject to governmental regulation. Network administrators responsible for the configuration and operation of Access Points must comply with local broadcast regulations. Specifically, Access Points must use channel assignment and antenna gain settings (for detachable antennas) appropriate to the location in which the Access Point will be used. Alcatel Networks, in compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the Alcatel AP70 such that only authorized network administrators can change these settings. Once an administrator changes the antenna gain configuration, the Alcatel software automatically adjusts the power level to the appropriate setting. For more information on Access Point configuration, refer to the AOS-W User Guide. For information on setting the antenna gain, see

Figure 2-2.

Provisioning provides the AP with initial network settings that allow it to locate the host Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. The following provisioning methods (listed in the order of preference recommended by Alcatel Networks) are available:

z Plug and Play—Also known as the Alcatel Discovery Protocol.

This is the easiest method for AP provisioning. With plug and play, Alcatel APs can be connected to the network and brought into operation automatically. Although plug and play requires no manual intervention for the APs, this method does require specific services to be configured on your network in advance.

z AP Provisioning—Using this AP programming mode, AP con-

figuration parameters are defined on the Wireless LAN switch (using the CLI or Web interface) and then uploaded to the APs.

This method can be used for adding Alcatel APs to a highly customized network, or greatly simplified for the most common provisioning.

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z Manual Provisioning—APs can be individually provisioned using a serial

console terminal connected to the AP. Although this method is complex and requires considerable care, manual provisioning can be used in almost any scenario, with or without access to the Wireless LAN switch.

NOTE—Manual provisioning is intended for use when no Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch

is available, and is not generally recommended as the primary method of AP provisioning. Plug and play or AP programming mode are the preferred provisioning methods.

Each of these three methods is explained in the following sections. Use these procedures for initial provisioning of APs. To change the configuration for APs that have already been provisioned, go to Maintenance > Program AP >

Re-Provision

reprovisioning existing APs.

. See the AOS-W User Guide for more information on

CAUTION—When an Alcatel AP70 powers up for the first time, it is provisioned as having an internal antenna. If the network administrator wants to configure the Alcatel AP70 with an external (detachable) antenna, The network administrator must select the External Antenna option and set the antenna gain manually (in Maintenance > Wireless LAN > Program AP > Provision) before the Alcatel AP70 can function as an Access Point. Until the antenna gain is set, the Alcatel AP70 with detachable antennas will function as an Air Monitor but will not process wireless packets as an Access Point. Refer to the User Guide for instructions on manually setting antenna gain.

Alcatel Discovery Protocol

Alcatel Discovery Protocol (ADP) is a plug-and-play provisioning tool for Alcatel AP70 Access Points. ADP performs two tasks:

z Obtains the IP address of the TFTP server from which it downloads the AP

boot image

z It discovers the IP address of the master Alcatel Wireless LAN switch in the

network from which the AP can download its configuration.

The address of the TFTP server that ADP discovers is the equivalent of the BOOTROM environment variable serverip. The IP address of the Alcatel master switch is the equivalent of the environment variable master.

ADP can discover these values using DHCP or by discovery. In the case of DHCP, ADP relies on a DHCP server which is configured to return the IP address of the Master switch using the Vendor Specific Options in DHCP. To facilitate ADP, Alcatel APs include this Vendor Specific Option in the requested Option list, and if the DHCP server is configured to return the IP address of the Master switch, the IP address will be a part of the DHCP response. This is used by the AP to get its image as well as its configuration.

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Discovery of the serverip and master variables is necessary when the DHCP response does not include the Vendor Specific option. The AP attempts to discover an Alcatel Master switch by sending multicast packets and broadcast packets on its subnet. To use the ADP discovery method, the ADP discovery mechanism needs to be enabled on the Alcatel Master Switch (using the adp discovery enable command).

If multicast routing is enabled in the IP network between the AP and the Master switch (which can be any one or more Alcatel Wireless LAN switches in the network), the IGMP-Join option should be enabled on the Alcatel Wireless LAN switch (using the adp igmp-join enable command). If multicast routing is not enabled on the network, the Alcatel Wireless LAN switches need to be on the same broadcast domain as the AP or an “IP Helper” must be configured to direct the broadcast ADP packets to the Alcatel Wireless LAN switch.

Once these discovery prerequisites are met, the switch will respond to APs with the IP address of the Master Alcatel switch. The APs can then obtain their image and configuration.

To enable ADP on an Alcatel Wireless LAN switch, enter:

(A6000) (config) #adp discovery enable

To enable IGMP-Join on an ADP multicast group on an Alcatel Wireless LAN switch, enter:

(A6000) (config) #adp igmp-join enable

OTE—If you have location-specific configurations for your Access Points, you will need to apply this

configuration information using AP Reprovisioning. Refer to the User Guide for details on AP Reprovisioning and see the feature description below.

AP Reprovisioning

AP Reprovisioning is the process by which APs are assigned, for example, location codes. Location codes are important for recalibration and triangulation. For details on AP Reprovisioning, see the User Guide.

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AP Provisioning

AP Provisioning is useful for brand new APs with default configurations. To perform AP Provisioning from the GUI:

1. Go to

On this window, there are two tabs: Provision and Reprovision. The Provisioning tab is selected by default.

Maintenance > Program AP.

FIGURE 2-1 Provisioning Tab

2 Configure the APs Subnet and Netmask.

This is the subnet from which the AP gets an IP during provisioning. (This is not the IP address the AP will use when deployed.)

3 Select the Port or Port range for provisioning.

To set the Port Range, select the first and the last ports of your range. All the ports in between are automatically selected. (Ports have to be sequentially assigned.)

4 Enter the required information and click Enable.The Port Range screen

displays.

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FIGURE 2-2 Port Range Screen

5 Specify the Alcatel AP70-specific parameters.

Internal Antenna is the default. If you select External Antenna, configure the

gain value appropriate for the location in which this AP will be deployed. (See

Tab le 3- 1 for appropriate antenna gain values.) You can connect from one to

four external antennas on the Alcatel AP70. Connecting both .a or .b/g antenna jacks enables antenna diversity.

NOTE—If you are provisioning detachable antennas, enter the antenna gain in dBi, for example 4.0.

This is mandatory for all detachable antennas as the AP will not will bring up its radio interface or function as an AP without it.

If you select External Antenna and do not configure the gain, the AP will function as an Air Monitor.

Complete the IPSec (optional), Master Discovery, and IP Settings and click

Apply.

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NOTE—The IPSec settings are designed to protect all traffic (control and data)

between a remote AP and a Wireless LAN switch. AP data is always encrypted, but without an IPSec tunnel, AP control traffic is sent in the clear. To set up an IPSec tunnel, configure the preshared key, user name (the AP PAP username that is configured on the switch), and the user name password. Also configure the VPN on the switch so that the switch end of the IPSec tunnel is also defined.

6 Plug the AP into one of the ports configured for provisioning.

If your AP is already plugged into the port, unplug it and plug it in again.

If AP is connected through POE, enter (in interface mode) no poe followed by poe.

The AP will come up with an IP from the provisioning subnet

After the AP comes up it should be in the provisioning list. Provisioning list shows the list of APs which are plugged into the provisioning ports.

7 When the AP entry redisplays, the Clear Table button appears after an

entry in the list appears.

To erase all the table entries, click Clear Table. (You cannot clear selected entries.) If a number of APs are provisioned and you click Clear Table, only the entries which come up afterwards can be provisioned.

If the entry does not show up in the AP list, check network connectivity. Go to the AP console and verify if the AP has come up with the IP from the provisioning subnet.

8 After the entry shows up on the page, configure the location, Host

IP/Name, Master IP address.

If AP is going to be assigned a static IP, click Use the following IP Address and enter the IP address, Netmask, Gateway IP.

If the AP is going to obtain an IP address using DHCP, click Use IP Address Using DHCP.

9 After configuring the required parameters, select the entry from the list (AP

to which the configuration has to be applied) and click Apply.

The State field changes from U (Unprovisioned) to In Progress.

10 When the AP is provisioned, the State will have changed to P

(Provisioned).

OTE—Check that the configured parameters are reflected in the AP list entry.

NOTE—Alcatel Networks recommends that you provision each AP for a unique location as suggested

by site-survey planning. Label each AP with this location information and place the AP in its proper location. Failure to place APs in the location for which they were provisioned will reduce the effectiveness of such RF features as triangulation.

11 Click Back to go into the previous page

We can see that the Subnet is still configured and Port/s are selected.

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12 When finished provisioning APs, click Disable to disable AP Provisioning.

OTE—Disable AP Provisioning after all the required APs are provisioned. Ports that are enabled for

provisioning do not handle traffic. Therefore plugging an already provisioned AP into a port still set to provisioning mode will prevent that AP from functioning.

Now the AP is configured with the Parameters given

13 Reboot the AP so the AP will come up with the new configured

parameters.

Use the Reprovisioning tab for APs which are already deployed but need to be reconfigured. See the AOS-W User Guide for information on reprovisioning.

Manual Provisioning

Requirements

z A console terminal (or workstation with terminal emulation software) with

an available serial communications port using a DB-9 male connector.

z An Alcatel serial breakout adapter kit, Part Number OAW-AP-SPOE, (not

included). (See “Connecting the Console Terminal” on page 14.)

z Access to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE port through one of the follow-

ing:

z Direct contact with the AP, or z If the AP is already deployed, you must have access to the end of the FE

cable that leads directly to the AP with no intervening hubs, routers, or other networking equipment.

The cable must be an 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with RJ-45 connectors.

z A power source for the OmniAccess OAW-AP70. Use one of the following:

z An optional AC power adapter (not included) and an AC power outlet

rated at 100~240 V, 50~60 Hz, or

z The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE port connected to an Alcatel 800,

2400, or 6000 Wireless LAN switch that supports IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (POE) via a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable.

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NOTE—Only IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet is supported for manual provisioning.

“Inline” or “midspan” POE devices require Alcatel serial breakout adapter, Part Number OAW-AP-SPOE-M.

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Connecting the Console Terminal

Manual provisioning requires this procedure. You must use the serial console breakout adapter cable to be able to access the serial console interface to the Alcatel AP70 while allowing the device to be powered by the AC adapter or POE (from an Alcatel Wireless LAN switch).

Console Connection

via direct access to AP

AP70

Console

Terminal

Console Connection

via networking closet

LAN

Console Terminal

Deployed

Location

AP70

Serial

Breakout

Serial

Breaout

FIGURE 2-3 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Console Topologies

NOTE—The LAN connections are optional unless POE is used to power the AP.

Console Access to the AP

DB-9 Connector

to Console Terminal

"To AP" Connector

to AP FE Port

"To Network" Connector to FE Coupler

to LAN FE Cable

FIGURE 2-4 Connecting Directly to the AP

To LAN

1.IEEE 802.3af-complaint devices like the Alcatel AP70 use the same wire pairs for data versus for power. Within the 802.3af standard, there are two sub-specifications on how wire pairs are assigned. Alcatel conforms to 802.3af, subparagraph a. If your POE installation uses all-Alcatel equipment, you are assured proper operation. However, if you use non-Alcatel POE equipment, make sure it conforms to the same standard that Alcatel uses. Using POE equipment using IEEE 802.3af subparagraph b wiring assignments, or POE equipment not conforming to the 803.2af standard may result in damaged equipment.

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1 Connect the adapter’s “To AP” RJ-45 connector to the Omni-

Access OAW-AP70 FE Port.

2 Connect the adapter’s DB-9 connector to the serial port on

the console terminal.

3 Connect the adapter’s “To Network” RJ-45 connector to the

LAN.

The LAN connection is optional unless POE is being used to power the AP. For convenience, the adapter kit includes an FE coupler to connect RJ-45 cable ends together.

4 Connect power to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70.

CAUTION—Be sure to comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the AP. Do not allow the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 or optional power adapter (if used) to be connected to or make contact with metal or power outlets on a different electrical ground than the device to which it is connected. Also, never connect the AP to external storm grounding sources.

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can receive electrical power using the following options:

z POE–If connecting the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to a device that supplies

IEEE 802.3af compliant POE, no additional power connection is necessary.

z Power Outlet

NOTE—When the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is installed in an air-handling space, as

described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22(C), POE must be used instead of a power outlet.

If local regulations and practices permit, connect the optional AC power adapter (not included) to the DC power socket on the rear panel of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and plug it into an appropriate power outlet.

CAUTION—To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, use only the AC power adapter certified for this device in the country where it is used.

NOTE—The indicator LEDs on the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 will remain dark during this procedure.

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5 Set your local terminal to use the following communications:

TABLE 2-1 Console Terminal Settings

Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control

9600 8 None 1 None

6 Establish console communication.

Press <Enter> a few times to establish communication between the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and terminal.

7 From the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 console, access the apboot

prompt.

Depending on the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 status, you will see one of the following on your terminal:

z Autoboot countdown—The countdown prompt allows you to interrupt the

normal startup process and access the apboot prompt where provisioning is performed.

APBoot 1.3.7 (build ....)

Built: 2004-10-08 09:59:57 (with gcc 3.3.1)

CPU: RC32434 MIPS-32 at 266 MHz: 8 kB I-Cache 8 kB D-Cache Board: Muscat Local Bus at 133 MHz DRAM: 32 MB POST: passed FLASH: 4 MB PCI: scanning bus0 ... dev fn venID devID class rev MBAR0 MBAR1 MBAR2 MBAR3 0a 00 100b 0020 000002 00 000fff01 07fff000 00000000 00000000 0b 00 1106 3038 00000c 61 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 000ffee1 0b 01 1106 3038 00000c 61 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 000ffec1 0b 02 1106 3104 00000c 63 07ffef00 00000000 00000000 00000000 0c 00 168c 0013 000002 01 07fe0000 00000000 00000000 00000000 0d 00 168c 0013 000002 01 07fd0000 00000000 00000000 00000000 Net: en0 en1 br0 lo0 Bridg: en0 en1

Hit <Enter> to stop autoboot: 0 apboot>

To access the apboot prompt, press any key (such as <Enter>) before the timer expires. If the countdown expires before you can interrupt it, turn the device off and then back on.

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z TFTP time out—If the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 cannot locate an Alcatel

Wireless LAN Switch on its network port, the following type of output is repeatedly displayed:

Loading FLASH image... Verifying checksum... passed BOOTP broadcast 1 DHCP IP address: 10.1.2.250 DHCP subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 DHCP def gateway: 10.1.2.1 DHCP DNS server: 10.1.1.2 DHCP DNS domain: Alcatelnetworks.com DHCP Alcatel server: 10.1.2.11 Loading elf file: 10.1.2.11:mips.ari Loading: T T T T T T T T T Retry count exceeded; starting again

Press <Control-C> to interrupt this process and access the apboot prompt.

Once the apboot prompt is displayed, perform provisioning as described in the next section.

Setting OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Parameters

1From the apboot prompt, configure the host information, if

necessary.

In order to provide centralized management of the APs, each Alcatel AP downloads its software image and configuration files from a master Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch.

Setting the correct host information depends on the following:

z Does your network use direct IP addresses or DNS with host names? z If using host names, is Alcatel-master acceptable for the master Wireless

LAN switch, or do you need to define a different name?

Depending on your answers, select one of the following steps:

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z My network uses DNS and the Alcatel-master host name is accept-

able.

This is the default. It requires your DNS to be configured to resolve “Alcatel-master” to the IP address of the master Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. Unless your

system has been previously configured for different settings, you can skip to Step 2.

Otherwise, if your system was previously configured for a different setup, manually set the servername environment variable to the default host name:

apboot> setenv servername Alcatel-master

OTE—The master and serverip environment variables also affect how AP source files

are selected and should be cleared when using this approach. To clear a variable, enter the setenv variable command with no host name or address value:

apboot> setenv master apboot> setenv serverip

When finished, proceed to Step 2.

z My network uses DNS, but I will use a different host name for the

Wireless LAN switch.

This requires that the servername variable be configured with your chosen host name for the master Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. It also requires that your DNS be configured to resolve the specified host name to the IP address of the master Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch.

To manually set the host name, use the following command:

apboot> setenv servername

OTE—The master and serverip environment variables also affect how source files are

selected and should be cleared when using this approach. To clear a variable, enter the setenv variable command with no host or address value.

When finished, proceed to Step 2.

z My network uses direct IP addresses instead of DNS.

If using direct IP addresses in your network, use the following commands:

apboot> setenv serverip

apboot> setenv master

OTE—If the servername variable is configured in this scenario, it will be ignored.

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2 Specify an IP address for a specific AP, if necessary.

If using DHCP, the AP will obtain its IP address automatically and you can skip this step. Otherwise, configure the AP with a static IP address using the following commands:

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apboot> setenv ipaddr

apboot> setenv netmask apboot> setenv gatewayip

3 Set the location for the specific AP, if necessary.

Location settings depend on how much control you want over configuring logical groups of APs in the future.

z Default Locations

If you wish all APs treated as a single entity for configuration and accounting purposes, you can use the default location profile (255.255.65535) and skip to Step 5.

OTE—If using default locations during initial provisioning, you can later reconfigure

the APs to use specific location IDs using the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch management tools.

z Specific Locations

By setting specific location IDs for each AP, you can later apply configuration changes or collect statistics and information for specific groups of APs (for example, all APs on a particular floor in a particular building).

To set a specific location for an individual AP, the following command is used:

setenv location <building number>.<floor number>.<device number>

where the following fields are required:

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.

If you performed the recommended site survey using the Alcatel RF Plan tool, the location data for all access points and air monitors can be found on the tool’s deployment page (see the Alcatel RF Plan User’s Guide).

If you prefer to enter the location data manually, record the location ID you set for each access point and air monitor along with the following:

Device Description

Note the intended function of the device (access point or dedicated air monitor) and a brief description of its service location.

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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:

262 ft.

0,0 126

Use the same fixed point and orientation for all floors in a building.

418 ft.

4 Save the configuration and reboot the OmniAccess

OAW-AP70.

apboot> save

apboot> boot

Once the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 boots, disconnect it and mount it in its intended service location (see Provisioning Access Points on page 21).

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CHAPTER 3

AP Deployment

This chapter explains how to mount and connect the Alcatel AP70.

Mounting the OmniAccess OAW-AP70

When provisioning is complete, mount the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 at its intended service location.

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Access Points with or without external antennas are intended only for installation in Environment A as defined in IEEE 802.3.af. All interconnected equipment must be contained within the same building, including the interconnected equipment's associated LAN connections. (When using an external antenna, 5.150 to 5.250 MHz are blocked.)

Select a location as close as possible to the center of the intended coverage area. If necessary, use the Alcatel RF Plan site survey tool to determine the optimum locations for your access points and air monitors.

The service location should be free from obstructions or obvious sources of interference. Normally, the higher you place an access point or air monitor, the better its performance.

If external antennas are used, make sure that they and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. TheOmniAccess OAW-AP70 and any optional external antennas are not suitable for outside use.

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The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be mounted on a wall or suspended from above (not shown) using one of the optional mounting kits (dimensions vary) in the following ways:

FIGURE 3-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Mounting Options

NOTE—For dimensions, see “Product Specifications”. Allow 5 cm (2") additional

space on the right-hand side for cables. Measurements for the Alcatel AP70 depend on attached antennas, which vary.

Alcatel AP70 Detachable Antennas

Before deploying the Alcatel AP70, attach the appropriate antennas (not included, see “FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas”). The antenna connections should be tightened by hand to avoid overtightening.

The Alcatel AP70 has dual Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) female antenna connectors that accept a variety of high-gain detachable antennas. See

Tab le 3 -1 for the list of FCC approved antennas tested for use with the Alcatel

AP70.

Make sure that all external antennas and their associated wiring are located entirely indoors. The Alcatel AP70 Access Points and their optional external antennas are not suitable for outside use.

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FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas

The following table lists the antennas which are approved for use with the Alcatel AP70.

TABLE 3-1 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas

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Alcatel Part #

MULTI-BAND ANTENNA

AP-ANT-1 Tri-Band,

2.4 GHz (802.11B/G)

AP-ANT-2 High-Gain,

AP-ANT-3 High-Gain,

AP-ANT-4 High-Gain,

AP-ANT-5 Down-Tilt,

Description

High-Gain, Omni-Direction al Antenna (Indoor) (Swivel Connector)

Omni-Direction al Cylindrical (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector

Bi-Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector

Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector

Omni-Direction al Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector

Gain dbi

5 Nearson T614AH-2.45/5.X-S

6Centurio

5Centurio

9Centurio

3.5 CushcraftSQ2403PG36RSM

Man. Man. Part #

IG2450-RPSMA

IB2450-RPSMA

ID240-RPSMA/CAF9437

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TABLE 3-1 FCC-Approved Detachable Antennas

AP-ANT-7 High-Gain

Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector

AP-ANT-8 High-Gain,

Omni-Direction al Cylindrical (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector

5 Ghz (802.11A)

AP-ANT-10 High-Gain,

Omni-Direction al Cylindrical (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector

AP-ANT-11 Down-Tilt,

Omni-Direction al Patch Antenna (Indoor) with RP-SMA Connector

AP-ANT-12 High-Gain,

Directional Patch Antenna (Indoor / Outdoor) with RP-SMA Connector

11.5 HD Comms. Corp

5 CushcraftS2403BPX36RSM

5.5 CushcraftS5153WBPX36RSM

3.5 CushcraftSQ5153WP36RSM

14 CushcraftS52514WP36RSM

PCW24-08012-AFL/H D19656

Free-Standing Placement

To place the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 indoors on a flat table or shelf:

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1 Flip open the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 internal antenna. 2 Place the device on a sturdy table or shelf.

CAUTION—Do not place the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 in any place where it could fall on people or equipment. For more secure installation, use one of the optional mounting kits.

3 Orient the antennas.

For best performance, swivel the individual antennas or antenna array so that they are oriented vertically. Once mounting is complete, connect the required cables (see instructions on page 27).

Using the Built-In Mounting Slots

The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be used to attach the device upright to an indoor wall or shelf.

CAUTION—Do not use the mounting slots to hang the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 from the ceiling, sideways, or in any place where it could fall on people or equipment. For more secure installation, use one of the optional mounting kits.

To hang the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 upright using the mounting slots, perform the following steps.

1 Install two screws in the wall or shelf as shown in Figure 3-2:

Screw/Nail Positions

(fastened to wall or shelf)

10 cm

(3 15/16")

FIGURE 3-2 Mounting Screw Specifications

If attaching the device to drywall, we recommend using appropriate wall anchors (not included) as shown in Figure 3-3 on page 26.

Screw/Nail Dimensions

Maximum Minimum

5.6 mm

2.4 mm 7/32"

3/32"

1.6 mm

4.0 mm

clearance from surface

1/16" 5/32"

clearance from surface

4.8 mm

3/16"

2.4 mm

clearnace from surface

3/32"

clearance from surface

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2 Align the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 mounting slots to capture

the surface screws.

FIGURE 3-3 Hanging the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 on Screws

3 Secure the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, if desired.

To prevent the unauthorized removal of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 from its installed location, use a Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable (not included). Wrap the security cable around an immovable object, insert the cable’s lock into the Kensington Security Slot on the back of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70, and turn the key.

4 Orient the antennas.

For best performance, swivel the individual antennas or antenna array so that they are oriented vertically (see Figure 3-1 on page 22). Once mounting is complete, connect the required cables (see instructions on page 27).

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Using the Optional Mounting Kits

Use the optional mounting kit to attach the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to a wall, shelf, or ceiling. For installation, see the Alcatel AP70 Mounting Kit Installation Notes (P/N 031642-00) provided with each kit.

Connecting Required Cables

Selecting an FE Cable

The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) port is used to connect the AP to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment. The appropriate FE cable depends on the features required of the FE port:

z SPOE

When connecting the AP to a device that supports Serial and Power Over Ethernet (SPOE), use an 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable.

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The Alcatel 6000 (with Line Card OAW-LC-2G24FP), the Alcatel 2400, and the Alcatel 800 support SPOE.

z POE

If the connecting device supports only Power Over Ethernet (POE), use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable.

z Network Only

If the connecting device does not support POE, use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, FE cable. The port detects MDI/MDX and automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables.

The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet).

When the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is installed in an air-handling space, such as above suspended ceilings, as described in National Electrical Code (2002) Article 300.22(C), and Canadian Electrical Code, Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12-100, Part 1, CSA C22.1, POE is required. Also, any FE cable installed in such spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP, or CMP.

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Use the built-in antenna or use Alcatel AP-ANT-1. For all other antennas, make sure the antenna cable is UL listed and suitable for use in plenums and air-handling spaces, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP, or CMP, and mount the antenna outside of the air-handling space.

Install cables in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations and practices.

For more port and cable details, see Appendix A.

Connecting Cables and Power

CAUTION—To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, be sure to comply with

electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the AP. Do not allow the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 or its attachments to be connected to or make contact with metal or power outlets on a different electrical ground than the device to which it is connected. Also, never connect the AP or Wireless LAN Switch to external storm grounding sources.

1 Connect one end of the FE cable directly to the OmniAccess

OAW-AP70 FE port.

2 Connect the other end of the FE cable to one of the following:

To a network port on the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch, or

To a network hub, router, or switch that has a routable path to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch.

NOTE—If the connecting device supplies POE, a straight-through cable must connect the OmniAccess

OAW-AP70 directly to the powering device without any intervening hubs, routers, or other networking equipment.

3 Connect power, if necessary.

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can receive electrical power using the following options:

z POE

If connecting the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 to a device that supplies IEEE

802.3af compliant POE no additional power connection is necessary.

z Power Outlet

NOTE—When the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is installed in an air-handling space, as

described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22(C), POE must be used instead of a power outlet.

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If local regulations and practices permit, connect the optional AC power adapter (not included) to the DC power socket on the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and plug it into an appropriate power outlet.

CAUTION—To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, use only the AC power adapter certified for this device in the country where it is used.

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APPENDIX A

Port Specifications

FE Port

The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) port is located on the right-hand side of the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and has an RJ-45 female connector. The port pin-outs are shown in Figure A-1 :

10/100 Mbps Ethernet

AP70

The appropriate cable depends on the level of connectivity required of the FE port:

z If the connecting device supports Serial and Power Over

Ethernet (SPOE), use an 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with a male RJ-45 connector.

The Alcatel 6000 (with Line Card OAW-LC-2G24FP), the Alcatel 2400, and the Alcatel 800 support SPOE.

z If the connecting device supports only Power Over Ethernet

(POE, including IEEE 802.3af POE as well as “inline” or “midspan” POE devices), use an 8- or 4-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with male RJ-45 connectors.

z If the connecting device does not support Serial or POE, use a

4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, FE cable with male RJ-45 connectors. The port detects MDI/MDX and automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables.

RJ-45 Female Pin-Out

Direction

Input

Output

ETH Tx+ (POE negative*)

ETH Tx– (POE negative*)

ETH Rx+ (POE positive*) Serial RxD**

Serial RGND** (POE positive*)

5 6

ETH Rx– (POE positive*) Serial TxD**

Serial TGND** (POE negative*)

*POE optional

**Serial optional

FIGURE A-1 OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE Port

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The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet).

When the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article 300.22 (C), POE is required. Also, any FE cable installed in such spaces should be suitable under NEC Article 800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP.

Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices.

Serial Breakout Adapter

The optional serial breakout adapter is used to separate the serial communications lines from the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE+SPOE port. This allows the administrator to connect a local serial console directly to the AP and access the apboot prompt for manual provisioning.

The serial breakout adapter pin-outs are shown in Figure A-2 :

DB-9 Female Pin-Out

9 8 7 6

5 4

TxD

RxD

2 1

Direction

Input

Output

Internal Adapter Wiring

To Console

123456789

RJ-45 Male "To AP" Pin-Out

ETH Rx+ (POE negative)

ETH Rx– (POE negative) ETH Tx+ (POE positive)

Serial TxD

Serial TGND

5 6

ETH Tx– (POE positive) Serial RxD

Serial RGND

RJ-45 Male "To Network" Pin-Out

ETH Tx+ (POE negative)

ETH Tx– (POE negative)

ETH Rx+ (POE positive) 4 5 6

ETH Rx– (POE positive) 7 8

12345678

"To AP"

12345678

"To Network"

FIGURE A-2 Alcatel Serial Breakout Adapter

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DB-9 Specification

The DB-9 connector attaches to the serial port of a console terminal. Communication settings for the port are specified in Tab le A- 1 :

TABLE A-1 Console Terminal Settings

Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control

9600 8 None 1 None

“To AP” Specifications

The RJ-45 connector labeled “To AP” attaches to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 FE port either directly (if the AP is physically available) or indirectly (if the AP is already deployed).

When connecting indirectly, use a straight-through FE coupler to attach the “To AP” connector to the FE cable leading directly to the AP’s FE port with no intervening hubs, routers, or other network equipment. The cable must be 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with a maximum length of 100 meters (325 feet).

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and serial breakout adapter are plenum rated. When is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article

300.22(C), any connecting FE cable should be suitable under NEC Article

800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP.

Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices.

“To Network” Specifications

The RJ-45 connector labeled “To Network” attaches to an FE LAN segment. This connection is optional unless IEEE 802.11af Power Over Ethernet (POE) is used to power the AP during manual provisioning.

A straight-through FE coupler may be used to attach the “To Network” connector to a LAN FE cable. The appropriate cable depends on the level of connectivity required of the FE port:

z If the connecting device supports IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (POE),

use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable with male RJ-45 connectors.

The Alcatel 6000 (with Line Card OAW-LC-2G24FP), the Alcatel 2400, and the Alcatel 800 support SPOE.

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z Otherwise, use a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, FE cable with male

RJ-45 connectors. The port detects MDI/MDX and automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables.

OTE—Only IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet is supported for manual provisioning. “Inline” or “mid-

span” POE devices will not work with the Alcatel serial breakout adapter.

The maximum length for FE cables is 100 meters (325 feet).

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and serial breakout adapter are plenum rated. When is installed in an air-handling space, as described in NEC (2002) Article

300.22(C), the connecting FE cable should be suitable under NEC Article

800.50 and marked accordingly for use in plenums and air-handling spaces with regard to smoke propagation, such as CL2-P, CL3-P, MPP or CMP.

Install cables in accordance with all applicable local regulations and practices.

USB Port

This Universal Serial Bus port is compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification rev. 2.0. The USB port pin outs are:

Pin Description

1 (counting from the outside edge)

2 Signal (negative)

3 Signal (positive)

4 Ground

Power

External Antenna Jack

Dual band, 50ohm coaxial cable.

z 802.11a Jack

Requires a reverse polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connector. Connecting both jacks enables antenna diversity.

z 802.11b or 802.11g Jack

Requires a reverse polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connector. Connecting both jacks enables antenna diversity.

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APPENDIX B

Troubleshooting

After provisioning and deployment, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be configured and managed through the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. However, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 includes built-in troubleshooting features for situations where the switch commands are unable to diagnose AP problems.

This appendix describes using the built-in AP support prompt for troubleshooting.

Accessing the AP Support Prompt

Depending on your network topology, the built-in AP Support prompt can be accessed using the AP serial console port or through the Wireless LAN switch using the Serial Over Ethernet (SOE) interface or using Telnet from a remote management station.

Direct SPOE Connection to Wireless LAN Switch

telnet

This method requires that the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is connected directly to an SPOE-compatible network port on the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch (see “Connecting Required Cables” on page 27).

1. Telnet to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Serial-Over-Ethernet (SOE) interface.

Use a Telnet client on your management workstation to connect to theAlcatel Wireless LAN Switch IP address using logical port

2300. The connection command may vary depending on the specific software used, but commonly appears as follows:

2300

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2 When prompted, log in to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch as the

administrator:

user: admin password:

This will present you with the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch SOE console prompt:

Available commands: baud [9600|19200|38400|57600|115200] connect <slot/port> exit (no args) soe>

3 Connect to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch port to which the OmniAccess

OAW-AP70 is physically attached:

soe>

connect <slot number>/<port number>

where slot number is the physical slot of the line card in the Wireless LAN switch, and port number is the physical port.

If the AP has not finished booting, allow the Autoboot timer to expire. When the device has booted, the AP support prompt (#) will appear.

Direct Terminal Connection

This method requires that the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 is connected to a compatible serial console using the Alcatel serial breakout adapter (see

“Connecting the Console Terminal” on page 14).

1. Set up your local terminal.

This procedure requires a terminal or computer running terminal emulation software with the following settings:

TABLE 3-2 Console Terminal Settings

Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control

9600 8 None 1 None

2 Establish console communication.

Press <Enter> a few times to establish communication between the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 and terminal.

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If the AP has not finished booting, allow the Autoboot timer to expire. When the device has booted, the AP Support prompt (#) will appear.

Remote Telnet Connection

If properly set up, the AP support prompt can be accessed remotely using Telnet. By default, this feature is turned off for security purposes and cannot be turned on using the AP interface.

Setting Telnet Access

Telnet access can only be changed from the Wireless LAN switch management interface. Log in to the Wireless LAN switch CLI using the admin account, access the configuration (config) prompt, and issue the following commands:

(Alcatel 6000) (config) # ap location

(Alcatel 6000) (sap-config location b.f.d) # telnet {enable|disable}

Using Telnet to Connect

Use a Telnet client on your management workstation to connect to the OmniAccess OAW-AP70’s individual IP address. The connection command may vary depending on the specific software used, but commonly appears as follows:

> telnet <OmniAccess OAW-AP70 IP address>

When the connection is established, the AP support prompt (#) will be displayed.

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AP Support

Access Levels

z User Access

User access is a low security level, featuring only the most basic commands. It is available without any additional login after the AP has booted.

z Privileged Access

Privileged-level access requires the privileged password (the same privileged password used on the switch) to be entered using the user level enable command. The privileged access level is available only after the AP has successfully booted and synchronized with Wireless LAN switch.

User Commands

z ping <host|IP address>

Verify IP connectivity between the AP and the host address.

z route

Display the contents of the AP route table.

z ifconfig

Display the AP’s IP address settings.

z enable <privileged password>

Access the AP Support privileged mode.

Privileged Commands

In addition to the user commands, the following commands are available upon successfully entering the privileged mode:

z ps z show [config|stats|version]

NOTE—These commands should be used only as directed by Alcatel Customer Sup-

port.

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APPENDIX C

Product Specifications

Compliance

FCC - Class B

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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Any changes or modifications 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 to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION STATEMENT: FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for fixed indoor use only. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 15.2 inches (38.5 centimeters) between the radiator and

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your body for 2.4 GHz and 5 Ghz operations. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to

5.25 GHz frequency range. The FCC requires this product to be used indoors to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

Industry Canada - Class A

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications.

VCCI - Class A

CE - Class A

Warning—This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

EU - Class A

This product complies with EN5022 Class A and EN5024 standards.

Underwriter Labs

These products have been Listed and tested for fire resistant and low-smoke-producing characteristics, and are suitable for use in environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings, in accordance with Section 300-22(C) of the National Electrical Code, and Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12-100 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.

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Peut être utilisé dans des gaines transportant de l’air traité, conformément à la section 300-22(c) du National Electrical Code et aux articles 2-128, 12-010(3) et 12-100 du Code Canadien de l’électricité, Première partie, CSA C22.1.

Certifications

Item Measurement

Electromagnetic Compatibility

FCC Part 15 subpart C (15.247/15.407

RSS 210 (CAN)

TELEC ARIB STD-T66

EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-11 73/23/ECC

The CE approval mark on back of the product indicates that it meets European Directives 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC

R&TTE Directive: ETS EN 300 328, ETS EN 301 489, ETS EN 301 893

RFS 29 (NZ)

Safety UL Listed (UL60950)

UL Listed (Canadian Electrical Code/CSA 22.2 No.

60950) EN60950 / IEC60950 National Electrical Code Section 300-22(C) Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1 Sections 2-128, 12-010(3), and 12-100

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Product Features

z Wireless dual-band transceiver

z Varied antenna options:

z The Alcatel AP70 has dual Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) antenna

connectors that accept a variety of high-gain detachable antennas (not included).

z The Alcatel AP70 also has a built-in array with dual, tri-band, omnidirec-

tional antennas for reception diversity.

z Protocol-independent networking functionality

z Supports IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g operation as an AP

z Supports IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11b/g operation as an AM

z Compatible with IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (POE)

z Seamless connectivity to wired LANs augment existing networks quickly

and easily

z Can be centrally managed, configured, and upgraded through the Alcatel

Wireless LAN Switch to take advantage of network changes and security improvements

Ethernet Compatibility

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 attaches to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (FE) LAN segments that utilize 10Base-T/100Base-TX (twisted-pair) wiring. The device appears as an Ethernet node and performs a routing function by moving packets between the wired LAN and remote workstations on the wireless infrastructure.

Radio Characteristics

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can be configured to support IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g operation as an AP, and supports both IEEE 802.11a and IEEE

802.11b/g operation as an AM:

z 802.11a provides a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity

802.11a operation uses a radio modulation technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates in the 5 Ghz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) band. Data is transmitted over a half-duplex radio channel operating at up to 54 Megabits per second (Mbps).

z 802.11b provides an alternative to wired LANs that can dramatically cut

costs

802.11b operation uses the IEEE 802.11 High-Rate Direct Sequence (HRDS) specification, and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates in the 2.4 Ghz Industrial/Scientific/Medical (ISM) band. The ISM band is available worldwide for unlicensed use. Data is transmitted at speeds of up to 11 Mbps.

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z 802.11g provides a high data rate and is backwards compatible with

802.11b.

802.11g operation uses ODFM and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates in the 2.4 Ghz Industrial/Scientific/Medical (ISM) band. The ISM band is available worldwide for unlicensed use. Data is transmitted at speeds of up to 54 Mbps.

Power Over Ethernet

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 supports the IEEE 802.3af standard for Power Over Ethernet (POE). With this feature, the OmniAccess OAW-AP70 can accept electrical power from a compatible POE-capable device (such as the Alcatel 6000 (with Line Card OAW-LC-2G24FP), Alcatel 2400, or Alcatel 800) directly over the FE cable. POE eliminates the need to provide separate power outlets in environments that are difficult or undesirable to wire for electricity.

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 also supports “inline” and “midspan” POE devices for normal operation. Inline power is POE that is integrated into FE ports and provides POE directly to devices. Non-POE ports can have POE added by means of a mid-span device that provides POE. The non-POE port is connected to a mid-span POE port, and this mid-span port is connected to the device that requires POE.

Physical Description

Package Contents

The OmniAccess OAW-AP70 package includes:

z One OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Wireless LAN Switch

z Assorted documentation

Inform your supplier if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to repack the product in case there is a need to return it.

Optional Items

The following optional items can also be ordered for the OmniAccess OAW-AP70:

z Detachable antennas (Alcatel AP70 only)

z AC power adapter (5 VDC, 3 A) and power cord

z Serial breakout adapter for direct access to the AP console

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z Mounting kit (modular cradle for walls and suspended ceilings)

Check with your Alcatel sales representative for the availability of optional items.

The following specifications apply to the Alcatel AP70 Wireless LAN Switchs.

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FIGURE C-1 Part Number: AP70

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TABLE C-1 Alcatel AP70 802.11 Specifications

Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g

Integral Antenna

Detachable Antennas

Frequency Band

Dual, diversity supporting omni-directional, high gain as follows:

2.4-2.5 Ghz 4.46 dBi

5.150 Ghz 7.21 dBi

5.350 Ghz 6.49 dBi

5.850 Ghz 5.23 dBi

Dual, diversity supporting reverse polarity-SMA (RP-SMA) detachable antenna interfaces suitable for acceptance of single-band or tri-band 802.11a/b/g detachable antennas of various pattern types and gain. For information on third-party antennas, go to the Interoperability section of the Products page at:

http://www.Alcate.com/enterprise

z 5.150 ~ 5.250

Ghz (low band) 4 channels

z 5.250 ~

5.AP700 Ghz (ETSI) 11 channels

z 5.500~ 5.825

Ghz (high band) 4 channels

z 5.725 ~ 5.825

Ghz (high band) 4 channels

z 2.4 ~ 2.483

Ghz (US, Canada & ETSI)

z 2.4 ~ 2.497

Ghz (Japan)

Complete country list available at http:// www.Alcatel. com/enterprise

z 2.412 ~ 2.462

Ghz (US, Canada)

z 2.412 ~ 2.472

Ghz (ETSI)

z 2.412 ~ 2.484

Ghz (Japan)

Complete country list available at http:// www.Alcatel. com/enterprise

Radio Technology

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Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)

Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)

Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)

TABLE C-1 Alcatel AP70 802.11 Specifications

Description 802.11a 802.11b 802.11g

Appendix C

Modulation Typ e

Tran smi t Power

Media Access Control

Operating Channels

BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM

Configurable by system administrator/ professional installer

CSMA/CA with ACK

z US & Canada:

8 external antenna 12 internal antenna

z ETSI: 19

z Japan: 4

Complete country list available at http:// www.Alcatel. com/enterprise

CCK, BPSK, QPSK

Configurable by system administrator/ professional installer

CSMA/CA with ACK

z US & Canada:

z ETSI: 13

z Japan: 14

Complete country list available at http:// www.Alcatel. com/enterprise

CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM

Configurable by system administrator

CSMA/CA with ACK

z US & Canada:

z ETSI: 13

z Japan: 14

Complete country list available at http:// www.Alcatel. com/enterprise

Data Rates 6, 9, 12, 18, 24,

36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel

1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps per channel

6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel

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TABLE 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics

Description

Maximum Clients 64

Multi-mode Radio Band

Manageability:

Encryption Support (AP and Switch)

Physical (HxWxD):

Selectable via software

z Management of all 802.11 parameters

z Network Wide AP Management via:

CLI

WEB GUI

SNMPv3

z Access Point Profiles, Management by:

Geographical Location

BSSID

Radio Type

40bit / 64bit / 128bit / 152bit WEP, TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA2.0

z Antenna Retracted: 167 x190 x 30 mm (6.57 x

7.48 x 1.18 in)

z Antenna Deployed: 293 x 190 x 30 mm (11.54 x

7.48 x 1.18 in)

Weight 510 grams (18 oz)

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TABLE 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics (Continued)

Interfaces (Electrical):

Interfaces (Mechanical):

z 2 x 10/100 Base-TX RJ-45 auto-sensing Ethernet

interfaces:

Port 0

z Auto-sensing MDI/MDX z Power Over Ethernet 48V DC / 250mA

(802.3af compliant)

z Serial Over Ethernet

Port 1

z Auto-sensing MDX z Power Over Ethernet 48V DC / 250mA

(802.3af compliant)

z Redundant Ethernet Data Link and Power Over

Ethernet

z Secure-Jack wired port security (when

deployed with a Wireless LAN Switch)

z Serial Over Ethernet z 1 x 5V DC Power Interface z USB ver 2.0 Interface

z Standard Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable

Interface (cable not supplied)

z Wall, wall gang box, ceiling mount kit interface

(optional - part number AP70-MNT)

Visual Indicators (LEDs)

z Ready -- Power on/off

z Ethernet (0/1) Link status / Activity

z (Radio Mode) 802.11a +b/g access point/air mon-

itor mode

Power Requirements

z External AC power or POE

z 5V DC / 3A supplied externally via optional, coun-

try-specific AC adapter kits

z 48V DC / 250mA Power Over Ethernet (802.3af

compliant)

Output Power 100 mW maximum (or lower as configured on the

Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch to comply with local regulatory requirements)

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Description

Environmental: z Temperature:

Operating: 0 to 50 oC (32 to 122 oF) Storage: 0 to 70

z Humidity:

Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

C (32 to 158 oF)

Standards Compliance

Electromagnetic Compliance

z Ethernet IEEE 802.3 / IEEE 802.3u

z Power Over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af

z Wireless IEEE 802.11a/b/g

z USB 2.0

z FCC Part 15 Class B, FCC Part 15 Class C

15.207/15.247

z FCC Part 15 Class E 15.407

z ICES-003 Class A

z RSS 210 (CAN)

z VCCI Class A

z EN 61000-3, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3,

EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11, EN 55022, EN55024 (89/336/EEC)

z 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC

z ETS 300 328 (89/336/EEC), ETS 301 489

(89/336/EEC)

z ETS 301 893

z AS/NZS 3548 Class A

z RFS 29 (NZ)

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TABLE 3-2 Alcatel AP70 Characteristics (Continued)

Safety Compliance

z UL Listed (UL60950)

z UL Listed (Canadian Electrical Code/CSA 22.2 No.

60950)

z EN60950 (TÜV/GS), IEC60950 (CB)

z National Electrical Code Section 300-22(C)

z Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1 Sec-

tions 2-128, 12-010(3), and 12-100

z UL2043 Plenum Rating

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Text Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this manual to emphasize important concepts:

TABLE 3-3 Text Conventions

Type Style Description

Italics This style is used to emphasize important terms and to

mark the titles of books.

System items This fixed-width font depicts the following:

z Sample screen output

z System prompts

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 command examples, italicized text within angle

brackets represents items that the user should replace with information appropriate to their specific situation. For example:

# send <text message>

Appendix C

In this example, the user would type “send” at the system prompt exactly as shown, followed by the text of the message they wish to send. Do not type the angle brackets.

[ Optional ] In the command examples, items enclosed in brackets

are optional. Do not type the brackets.

{ Item A | Item B } In the command examples, items within curled braces

and separated by a vertical bar represent the available choices. Enter only one choice. Do not type the braces or bars.

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Contacting Alcatel

Web Site

z Main Site http://www.alcatel.com

z Support http://www.alcatel.com/enterprise

Telephone Numbers

z Main US/Canada (800) 995-2612

z Main Outside US (818) 880-3500

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Alcatel-Lucent AP70 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

Front View

Back View

The Alcatel AP Setup Process

Provisioning Access Points

Alcatel Discovery Protocol

AP Reprovisioning

AP Provisioning

Manual Provisioning

Requirements

Connecting the Console Terminal

Setting OmniAccess OAW-AP70 Parameters

AP Deployment

Mounting the OmniAccess OAW-AP70

Alcatel AP70 Detachable Antennas

Free-Standing Placement

Using the Built-In Mounting Slots

Using the Optional Mounting Kits

Connecting Required Cables

Selecting an FE Cable

Connecting Cables and Power

Port Specifications

FE Port

Serial Breakout Adapter

DB-9 Specification

“To AP” Specifications

“To Network” Specifications

USB Port

External Antenna Jack

Troubleshooting

Accessing the AP Support Prompt

Direct SPOE Connection to Wireless LAN Switch

Direct Terminal Connection

Remote Telnet Connection

AP Support

Access Levels

User Commands

Privileged Commands

Product Specifications

Compliance

Certifications

Product Features

Ethernet Compatibility

Radio Characteristics

Power Over Ethernet

Physical Description

Package Contents

Optional Items

Alcatel AP70 Access Point

Related Documents

Text Conventions

Contacting Alcatel

Notes