Cabletron Systems 900GV User's Guide

9032848-02RoamAbout Access PointUser’s Guide

Table of Contentsviii 3 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointInstalling the PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ixTable of Contents5 Problem SolvingUsing the LEDs to Determine the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

xiPrefaceThe RoamAbout™ Access Point is a 2-port bridge that connects a wired Ethernet (ThinWire™ or 10BaseT) local area network (LAN) and a wireless

TerminologyxiiTerminologyThe following terms are used throughout this manual. You should be familiar with these terms before you continue.Term Defini

xiiiAssociated DocumentsAssociated DocumentsThe following table lists each component, with its associated document, that can be used with your RoamAbo

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-1Chapter 1Introducing RoamAbout Access PointThis chapter provides an overview of the RoamAbout Access Point (AP

Summary of Features1-2 Introducing RoamAbout Access PointSummary of FeaturesThe AP includes the following features:• Supports any 802.11 Direct Seque

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-3Summary of FeaturesFigure 1-1: Front, Side, and Rear View of the APThe AP contains the following LEDs, connecto

Summary of Features1-4 Introducing RoamAbout Access Point4 Wired LAN Activity LEDIndicates the status of the wired Ethernet segment. The LED lights (

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-5Summary of Features9 PC Card Present LEDLights (green) when the PC Card is correctly installed at power-up.10 Lo

AP to Wireless Clients Configuration1-6 Introducing RoamAbout Access PointAP to Wireless Clients ConfigurationThe AP enables wireless clients to move

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-7AP to AP ConfigurationAP to AP ConfigurationYou can connect two separate LANs over a wireless link by configurin

Bridging Services1-8 Introducing RoamAbout Access PointBridging ServicesThe AP provides the following bridging services:• Store-and-forward capabilit

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-9Configuration ToolsConfiguration ToolsYou can configure the AP using these tools:• RoamAbout Access Point Consol

Configuration Tools1-10 Introducing RoamAbout Access PointOther Management ToolsThe AP supports the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) through

Introducing RoamAbout Access Point 1-11Optional AntennasOptional AntennasWhen the AP is configured to support wireless clients, you may need the Range

Optional Antennas1-12 Introducing RoamAbout Access PointFigure 1-4: Range Extender AntennaOutdoor Antenna KitThe RoamAbout outdoor antenna kit allow

Preparing for Installation 2-1Chapter 2Preparing for InstallationBefore installing the AP, you must complete the following tasks:• Unpack the AP and

iNoticeNoticeCabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior not

Selecting the Location2-2 Preparing for InstallationSelecting the LocationIf the AP is not installed in a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90, you can mount

Preparing for Installation 2-3Selecting the LocationFigure 2-1: Mounting the AP in a Central Location12RoamAboutLKG-8805-931-01

Reviewing the Site Requirements2-4 Preparing for InstallationReviewing the Site RequirementsReview the following to ensure that all site preparation

Preparing for Installation 2-5Reviewing the Site RequirementsElectrical and Environmental RequirementsEnsure that the environmental and electrical req

Reviewing the Site Requirements2-6 Preparing for InstallationTable 2-3: Electrical SpecificationsTable 2-4: AP Power Supply SpecificationsTable

Preparing for Installation 2-7Reviewing the Site RequirementsCabling RequirementsFor a standalone configuration only: Ensure that you have the appropr

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-1Chapter 3Installing the RoamAbout Access PointThis chapter provides a step-by-step procedure to install the

Installing the PC Card3-2 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointInstalling the PC CardTo install the PC Card, do the following:Step Action1 With the l

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-3Installing the AP into a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90Installing the AP into a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90Thi

NoticeiiFCC NoticeThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not ca

Installing the AP into a MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 903-4 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointSeating the AP in the MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90You c

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-5Installing the APInstalling the APPerform the following procedure to install the AP as a standalone module. A

Installing the AP3-6 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointTo connect to a 10BaseT Network –– Connect the 10BaseT cable to the 10BaseT Ethernet connec

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-7Installing the AP4 To configure the AP, you need the RoamAbout Access Point Manager (see “Installing the Roam

Installing the AP3-8 Installing the RoamAbout Access Point5 If using an antenna (outdoor or range extender antenna), install the antenna cable to the

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-9Installing the AP6 Connect the AP’s power supply cable to the power connector on the back panel of the AP.If

Verifying the Operation of the RoamAbout Access Point3-10 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointVerifying the Operation of the RoamAbout Access PointT

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-11Verifying the Operation of the RoamAbout Access PointFigure 3-1: Normal LED PatternItem LED Name Operation

Connecting a Device to the Console Port3-12 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointConnecting a Device to the Console PortThe console port on the AP al

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-13Connecting a Device to the Console PortTable 3-1: Console Port CablingConnecting to a...If the console port

iiiNoticeTaiwanese Notice — Class A Computing Device:CE Notice — Class A Computing Device:Warning!This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment

Connecting a Device to the Console Port3-14 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointFigure 3-2: Console Port CablingItem Description1 MultiSwitch 900

Installing the RoamAbout Access Point 3-15Installing the RoamAbout Access Point ManagerInstalling the RoamAbout Access Point ManagerBefore installing

Setting the AP Parameters3-16 Installing the RoamAbout Access PointSetting the AP ParametersThe AP is shipped with the following default values:• IP

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-1Chapter 4Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointThis chapter describes how to configure the AP parameters.

Starting a Configuration Tool4-2 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointStarting a Configuration ToolTo modify AP parameters after installing the AP,

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-3Starting a Configuration ToolYou can add all your APs within a wireless domain (defined by the same Wireless

Showing Current Settings4-4 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointShowing Current SettingsYou can display the settings that the AP is currently using

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-5Showing Current SettingsTo display the current wireless settings, choose Module-Specific Options then select

Wireless Parameters4-6 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointWireless ParametersThe wireless parameters affect how the AP communicates with wireless

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-7Wireless ParametersStation NameThe Station Name is displayed when clients run the Client Utility. Select a n

NoticeivDeclaration of ConformityAddendumApplication of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC73/23/EECManufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc.Manufactu

Wireless Parameters4-8 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointRTS ThresholdRTS Threshold, also known as medium reservation, specifies the packet size,

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-9Wireless ParametersIEEE Power Management (DTIM Period)Power Management can extend battery life of clients by

Setting Bridge Mode4-10 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointSetting Bridge ModeThe options are: • Workgroup Mode configures the AP to communicate w

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-11Setting EncryptionSetting EncryptionThe Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) feature uses a specific key to encry

Setting RMON Values4-12 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointSetting RMON ValuesThe AP supports four of the nine Remote Network Monitoring MIB (RMON

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-13Checking the Configuration on Multiple APsChecking the Configuration on Multiple APs You can use the AP Man

Resetting the RoamAbout Access Point4-14 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointResetting the RoamAbout Access PointThere are two ways to reset the AP

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-15Configuring the AP for LAN-to-LANConfiguring the AP for LAN-to-LANTo configure two APs to communicate with

Configuring the AP for SNMP Management4-16 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointConfiguring the AP for SNMP ManagementTo enable SNMP management for

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-17Configuring the AP for SNMP ManagementTo change or delete the Access Point’s current IP address using the A

vNoticeGetting HelpFor additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods:Before call

Configuring the AP for SNMP Management4-18 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointSet SNMP Read/Write CommunityTo perform SNMP management on the AP, y

Configuring the RoamAbout Access Point 4-19Configuring the AP for SNMP ManagementSet SNMP Trap AddressesTo have the AP send SNMP traps, you need to en

Upgrading the RoamAbout Access Point4-20 Configuring the RoamAbout Access PointUpgrading the RoamAbout Access PointThe AP internal firmware, also cal

Problem Solving 5-1Chapter 5Problem SolvingThis chapter contains problem solving information for the AP. Refer to the appropriate section for informat

Using the LEDs to Determine the Problem5-2 Problem SolvingUsing the LEDs to Determine the ProblemThe LEDs on the AP show status and help you diagnose

Problem Solving 5-3Using the LEDs to Determine the ProblemTable 5-2 describes possible AP problems and recommended corrective actions.Table 5-2: LED

Using the LEDs to Determine the Problem5-4 Problem SolvingWireless LAN Activity LED (6) is blinking a short on once per second.There is no activity o

Problem Solving 5-5Using the LEDs to Determine the ProblemTable 5-3, Table 5-4, and Table 5-5 list common conditions and the corresponding states of t

Using the LEDs to Determine the Problem5-6 Problem SolvingTable 5-5: Network Loading/Upline Dumping LED PatternsLEDs11. =on, =off, =steady

Problem Solving 5-7Reset ButtonReset ButtonYou can force a downline load of the AP’s firmware from a load host and reset to factory parameters by pres

Showing Counters5-8 Problem SolvingShowing CountersYou can display the values of all the counters maintained by the AP. This information can help you

Problem Solving 5-9Showing CountersThe following example shows the dialogs associated with Show Counters.Device uptime: 0 00:30:08 ETHERNET P

Displaying Error Logs5-10 Problem SolvingDisplaying Error LogsThe AP can display error logs used by support personnel when analyzing system faults. U

Problem Solving 5-11Removing the AP from the MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90Removing the AP from the MultiSwitch 900 or DEChub 90Follow this procedure if

Connector, Cable, and Adapter Pin Assignments A-1Appendix AConnector, Cable, and AdapterPin AssignmentsThe following figures illustrate the connecto

A-2 Connector, Cable, and Adapter Pin AssignmentsFigure A-2: Console Port (DB-9) Connector Pin AssignmentsFigure A-3: BN24H Cable Pin Assignments (

Connector, Cable, and Adapter Pin Assignments A-3Figure A-5: H8571-J Adapter Pin Assignments (Used with Console Port)Figure A-6: H8575-A Adapter Pin

viiContentsPrefaceIntended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .