Delta Electronics WAP561 User Manual
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Quick Start Guide
Cisco Small Business
WAP551 Single-Radio 450Mbps 802.11n
Access Point with PoE
and
WAP561 Dual-Radio 450Mbps 802.11n Access
Point with PoE
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Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Cisco Small Business WAP551 or WAP561
Wireless Access Point. The Cisco WAP551 is a single-radio, selectableband, 450Mbps data rate 802.11n access point, and the Cisco WAP561 is
a dual-radio variant of the Cisco WAP551.
This guide is designed to familiarize you with the general layout of the
access point, describe how to deploy the device in your network, and
describe how to configure the device. Your access point has more features
and functionality than what is described in this guide. For additional
information, see the Administration Guide. A link to the Administration
Guide is found in “Where to Go From Here” on page 11.
Package Contents
• Wireless Access Point
• Mounting kit
• This Quick Start Guide
• Product CD
• Ethernet Cable
Before You Begin
Before you begin the installation, make sure that you have the following
equipment and services:
• A computer with Browser support for:
– Internet Explorer v7.0 or later
– Chrome v5.0 or later
– Firefox v3.0 or later
–Safari v3.0 or later
• Tools for installing the hardware
• One or more Ethernet network switches
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to provide backup power to
essential devices
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Cisco WAP551 and WAP561 Wireless-N Access Point Features
Front Panel
The front panel of the devices consists of three lights: Power, WLAN, and
LAN. For full descriptions of the colors of the lights and their indications,
see “Verifying the Hardware Installation”. A Kensington lock slot is found
under the lights.
Back Panel
The back panel of the devices consists of:
• Power Button—Use this button to turn the power on and off. It is not
applicable when using PoE.
• Power Jack—Use this jack if you are not using PoE.
• Kensington Lock Slot—Use to attach a cable and lock to the device.
• Reset—See “Rebooting the Devices or Returning them to their
Factory Default Settings” for information on the Reset button.
• RJ-45 Ethernet Port—Use this auto-sensing, Gigabit Ethernet (802.3)
port to connect to network devices, such as computers, routers, or
switches. Cisco strongly recommends using Cat5 or better cable for
Gigabit connectivity. You may use the Ethernet port to power your
device using PoE.
Default Settings
Parameter Default Value
Username cisco
Password cisco
LAN IP Address DHCP address assigned
by server
Fallback LAN IP 192.168.1.245
Subnetwork Mask 255.255.255.0
If you are using a Cisco Small Business RV Series router, the default range
for the DHCP assigned address is from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.254. Any
device connecting to the same LAN will be assigned an IP address in this
range.
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Mounting the Cisco WAP551 and WAP561 Wireless-N Access Points
You can place your access point on a desktop, or mount it on a wall or
ceiling.
Placement Tips
• Ambient Temperature—To prevent the access point from overheating,
do not operate it in an area that exceeds an ambient temperature of
104°F (40°C).
•Air Flow—Both side panels have vents which must be unobstructed to
prevent overheating.
• Mechanical Loading—The device should be level, stable, and secure
to prevent it from sliding or shifting out of position.
Wall and Ceiling Mounting
The Cisco WAP551 and WAP561 can be wall or ceiling-mounted.
There is a mounting kit packed with your device. The kit is designed to
install your device to the wall or the ceiling. The dimensions for the mount
kit screws are as follows:
1 7.8 to 8.3 mm/
.31 to .33 in
WARNING Insecure mounting might damage the device or cause injury.
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall
or ceiling mounting.
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2 21.8 to 22.3 mm/
.86 to .88 in
3 5.5 to 6.0 mm/
.22 to .24 in
4 17.5 to 18.2mm/
.69 to .72 in
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To mount the WAP device to a wall or ceiling:
STEP 1 Determine where you want to mount the device. Verify that the
surface is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy.
STEP 2 Drill two pilot holes into the surface x.xx inches (xx mm) apart for
your Cisco WAP device.
STEP 3 Insert a screw into each hole, leaving a gap between the surface
and the base of the screw head.
STEP 4 Place the upper slots of the bracket over the screws, adjust the
screws accordingly, and slide the bracket down until the screws fit
snugly into the slots.
STEP 5 Using the bracket as a template, drill two more holes for the lower
screws.
STEP 6 Insert a screw into each lower hole.
STEP 7 Slide the WAP device into the bracket, placing the cables or cords
through the break-out tab found in the back of the bracket.
Connecting the Cisco WAP551 and WAP561 Wireless-N Access Points
These instructions assume that your will be using PoE to power your WAP
device. If PoE is not provided, power adaptors are sold separately; see
Where to Go From Here, page 11. To connect the device to the network:
STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of a switch or a
router.
STEP 2 Connect the other end of the network Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port of the wireless access point.
After installation, all lights should be active. Refer to Verifying the
Hardware Installation, page 6 for details about the different lights on each
switch.
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Verifying the Hardware Installation
To verify the hardware installation, complete the following tasks:
• Check the cable connections.
• Check the state of the indicator lights.
Label Activity Description
Power
WLAN
LAN
Off Power is off.
Solid Green Power is on. Normal operation.
Flashing Green Booting or firmware ppgrade.
Solid Red Booting or firmware upgrade failed.
Off Wireless is disabled, for both 2.4 GHz and
5GHz wireless networks
Solid Green Wireless 2.4 GHz band is enabled.
Solid Amber Wireless 5 GHz band is enabled.
Solid Blue Concurrent wireless modes are enabled.
WAP561 only.
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data.
Flashing Fast (2x
Flashing rate)
Off No Ethernet link.
Solid Green GE Ethernet link is active.
Solid Amber FE Ethernet link is active.
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is synchronizing.
NOTE If you need help resolving a problem, visit the Cisco Small Business
Support Community at www.cisco.com/go/smallbizsupport.
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