Aruba AP 70 User manual

Aruba AP 70
Access Point
Installation Guide

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Aruba AP Setup Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Provisioning Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Aruba Discovery Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AP Reprovisioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AP Provisioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Manual Provisioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the Console Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting Aruba AP 70 Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 3 AP Deployment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Mounting the Aruba AP 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Free-Standing Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the Built-In Mounting Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the Optional Mounting Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connecting Required Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Selecting an FE Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting Cables and Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Appendix A Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessing the AP Support Prompt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Direct SPOE Connection to Mobility Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Direct Terminal Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Telnet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
AP Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Access Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
User Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Privileged Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Resetting the AP to Factory Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Appendix B Port Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
FE Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Serial Breakout Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
DB-9 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
“To AP” Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
“To Network” Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
USB Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix C Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Product Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Ethernet Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Over Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Aruba AP 70 Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Related Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Contacting Aruba Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Proper Disposal of Aruba Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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The Aruba AP 70 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The
device works in conjunction with the Aruba Mobility Controller and can act as a
wireless access point or air monitor.
As a wireless Access Point (AP), the Aruba AP 70 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 Aruba products, the Aruba AP
70 enhances wireless networks by collecting statistics, monitoring traffic,
detecting intrusions, enforcing security policies, balancing wireless traffic load,
self-healing coverage gaps, and more.
NOTE:Installing the Aruba AP 70 requires setting the antenna power, which
requires professional training. The Aruba AP 70 installer must be trained
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Front View
FIGURE 1-1 Aruba AP 70 Front View
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Antenna fixtures for Wireless Communications
The AP will have:
Four Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connectors - not used.
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 Aruba AP 70 LEDs provide the following information:
TABLE 1-1 Aruba AP 70 LEDs
LED State Description
PWR Off The device is off - no power.
Green-Solid The device is powered and operating.
Green-Flashing The device is powered but is not ready for
operation (typically, the AP is booting).
ENET0/1 Off No link on the FE port. No connection to the
network.a
a.The ENET1 LED on Aruba AP 70 rev D and earlier models configured for
10Base-T traffic does not illuminate, but traffic is processed normally. The
ENET1 LED on Aruba AP 70 rev E and later models (circa March, 2005 and lat-
er) illuminates when configured for 10Base-T traffic.
Green-Solid Ethernet link detected on the FE port.
Green-Flashing Transmitting or receiving data across the FE
port. Flashing rate is proportional to network
activity.b
b.The ENET1 LED does not flash when traffic is being processed when config-
ured for 10Base-T half duplex traffic. However, traffic is being processed prop-
erly.
A Off The wireless interface is disabled or down.
Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Access Point.
Green-Flashing The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Air Monitor.
B/G Off The wireless interface is disabled or down.
Green-Solid The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Access Point.
Green-Flashing The wireless interface is enabled and
functioning as an Air Monitor.
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NOTE:LEDs on the Mobility Controller provide additional status and security
information about connected APs.See the ArubaOS 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 Aruba AP 70 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 Aruba AP 70, the power adapter is not
necessary.
B/G Antenna Jack
Not used.
A Antenna Jack
Not used.
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 Aruba AP
70 from its installed location. To secure the Aruba AP 70, 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 Aruba AP 70 is mounted by the
mounting slots, the fold-out internal antenna must be in an open position.
See Appendix B, “Port Specifications” for port and cable specifications.
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FIGURE 1-2 Aruba AP 70 Back View
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Mounting Slots
The keyhole-shaped slots on the back of the chassis are used for mounting the
Aruba AP 70.
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 Aruba AP 70 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 Aruba AP Setup Process
Setting up an Aruba AP typically consists of four stages:
WLAN Planning—The administrator determines how many Aruba APs will be
needed for their wireless network strategy and where they will be deployed. This
can be easily accomplished using Aruba’s automated RF Plan site-survey
software (available separately).
AP Provisioning—Provisioning provides each Aruba AP with initial settings that
allow it to locate the host Aruba Mobility Controller. 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, “Provisioning Access Points,”.
AP Deployment—Once provisioned, each AP can be physically installed at its
intended place of operation.
AP deployment is covered in Chapter 3, “AP Deployment”.
AP Configuration—The administrator defines the operational behavior for each
Aruba AP, such as RF characteristics and security features.
For AP configuration information, refer to the ArubaOS User Guide.
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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 appropriate
to the location in which the Access Point will be used. Aruba Networks, in
compliance with governmental requirements, has designed the Aruba AP 70 such
that only authorized network administrators can change these settings. For more
information on Access Point configuration, refer to the ArubaOS User Guide.
Provisioning provides the AP with initial network settings that allow it to locate
the host Aruba Mobility Controller. The following provisioning methods (listed in
the order of preference recommended by Aruba Networks) are available:
zPlug and Play—Also known as the Aruba Discovery Protocol. This is the easi-
est method for AP provisioning. With plug and play, Aruba APs can be con-
nected 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.
zAP Provisioning—Using this AP programming mode, AP configuration parame-
ters are defined on the Mobility Controller (using the CLI or Web interface) and
then uploaded to the APs.
This method can be used for adding Aruba APs to a highly customized
network, or greatly simplified for the most common provisioning.
zManual Provisioning—APs can be individually provisioned using a serial con-
sole 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 Mobility Controller.
NOTE: Manual provisioning is intended for use when no Aruba Mobility
Controller 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.
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Aruba Discovery Protocol
Aruba Discovery Protocol (ADP) is a plug-and-play provisioning tool for Aruba AP
70 Access Points. ADP performs two tasks:
zObtains the IP address of the TFTP server from which it downloads the AP
boot image
zIt discovers the IP address of the master Aruba Mobility Controller in the net-
work 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 Aruba master
Mobility Controller 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 Mobility Controller using the Vendor Specific Options in DHCP. To facilitate
ADP, Aruba 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
Mobility Controller, 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.
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
Aruba Master Mobility Controller 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 Aruba Master Mobility Controller (using
the adp discovery enable command).
If multicast routing is enabled in the IP network between the AP and the Master
Mobility Controller (which can be any one or more Aruba Mobility Controllers in
the network), the IGMP-Join option should be enabled on the Aruba Mobility
Controller (using the adp igmp-join enable command). If multicast routing is not
enabled on the network, the Aruba Mobility Controllers 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 Aruba Mobility Controller.
Once these discovery prerequisites are met, the Mobility Controller will respond
to APs with the IP address of the Master Aruba switch. The APs can then obtain
their image and configuration.
To enable ADP on an Aruba Mobility Controller, enter:
(A5000) (config) #adp discovery enable
To enable IGMP-Join on an ADP multicast group on an Aruba Mobility Controller,
enter:
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NOTE: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.
AP Provisioning
AP Provisioning is useful for brand new APs with default configurations. To
perform AP Provisioning from the GUI:
1. Go to Maintenance > Program AP.
On this window, there are two tabs: Provision and Reprovision. The
Provisioning tab is selected by default.
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. Also, the provisioning
subnet should be not be the same as an existing subnet on the Mobility
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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.
FIGURE 2-2 Port Range Screen
5. Specify the Aruba AP 70-specific parameters.
Complete the IPSec (optional), Master Discovery, and IP Settings and click
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NOTE:The IPSec settings are designed to protect all traffic (control and
data) between a remote AP and a Mobility Controller. 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
Mobility Controller), and the user name password. Also configure the
VPN on the Mobility Controller so that the Mobility Controller 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. When the AP
is provisioned, the State will have changed to P(Provisioned).
NOTE:Check that the configured parameters are reflected in the AP list entry.
NOTE:Aruba 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.
10. Click Back to go into the previous page
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11. When finished provisioning APs, click Disable to disable AP Provisioning.
NOTE: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
12. 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 ArubaOS User Guide for information on reprovisioning.
Manual Provisioning
Requirements
zA console terminal (or workstation with terminal emulation software) with an
available serial communications port using a DB-9 male connector.
zAn Aruba serial breakout adapter kit, Part Number CA-SPOE-ADAPT-3, (not
included). (See “Connecting the Console Terminal” on page 13.)
zAccess to the Aruba AP 70 FE port through one of the following:
zDirect contact with the AP, or
zIf 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.
zA power source for the Aruba AP 70. Use one of the following:
zAn optional AC power adapter (not included) and an AC power outlet
rated at 100~240 V, 50~60 Hz, or
zThe Aruba AP 70 FE port connected to an Aruba 800, 2400, or 5000
Mobility Controller that supports IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (POE)
via a 4- or 8-conductor, Category 5 UTP, straight-through FE cable.1
1. IEEE 802.3af-complaint devices like the Aruba AP 70 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. Aruba conforms to 802.3af, subparagraph a. If your POE
installation uses all-Aruba equipment, you are assured proper operation. However, if you
use non-Aruba POE equipment, make sure it conforms to the same standard that Aruba
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
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NOTE:Only IEEE 802.3af Power Over Ethernet is supported for manual
provisioning. “Inline” or “midspan” POE devices require Aruba serial
breakout adapter, Part Number CA-SPOE-ADAPT-4.
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
Aruba AP 70 while allowing the device to be powered by the AC adapter or POE
(from an Aruba Mobility Controller).
FIGURE 2-3 Aruba AP 70 Console Topologies
NOTE:The LAN connections are optional unless POE is used to power the AP.
Console Access to the AP
FIGURE 2-4 Connecting Directly to the AP
LAN
Console Connection
via networking closet
Console Connection
via direct access to AP
Deployed
Location
Console
Terminal
Serial
Breakout Serial
Breaout
Console
Terminal
AP70 AP70
DB-9 Connector
to Console Terminal
"To AP" Connector
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"To Network" Connector
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Connect the adapter’s “To AP” RJ-45 connector to the Aruba AP 70 FE Port.
Connect the adapter’s DB-9 connector to the serial port on the console
terminal.
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.
Connect power to the Aruba AP 70.
The Aruba AP 70 can receive electrical power using the following options:
zPOE–If connecting the Aruba AP 70 to a device that supplies IEEE 802.3af
compliant POE, no additional power connection is necessary.
zPower Outlet
NOTE:When the Aruba AP 70 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 Aruba
AP 70 and plug it into an appropriate power outlet.
NOTE:The indicator LEDs on the Aruba AP 70 will remain dark during this
procedure.
CAUTION:Be sure to comply with electrical grounding standards
during all phases of installation and operation of the AP.
Do not allow the Aruba AP 70 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.
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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Set your local terminal to use the following communications:
Establish console communication.
Press <Enter> a few times to establish communication between the Aruba AP
70 and terminal.
From the Aruba AP 70 console, access the apboot prompt.
Depending on the Aruba AP 70 status, you will see one of the following on
your terminal:
zAutoboot countdown—The countdown prompt allows you to interrupt the
normal startup process and access the apboot prompt where provisioning is
performed.
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.
TABLE 2-1 Console Terminal Settings
Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control
9600 8 None 1 None
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
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zTFTP time out—If the Aruba AP 70 cannot locate an Aruba Mobility Controller
on its network port, the following type of output is repeatedly displayed:
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 Aruba AP 70 Parameters
From the apboot prompt, configure the host information, if necessary.
In order to provide centralized management of the APs, each Aruba AP
downloads its software image and configuration files from a master Mobility
Controller.
Setting the correct host information depends on the following:
zDoes your network use direct IP addresses or DNS with host names?
zIf using host names, is aruba-master acceptable for the master Mobility Con-
troller, or do you need to define a different name?
Depending on your answers, select one of the following steps:
zMy network uses DNS and the aruba-master host name is acceptable.
This is the default. It requires your DNS to be configured to resolve
“aruba-master” to the IP address of the master Mobility Controller. 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:
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: arubanetworks.com
DHCP Aruba 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
apboot> setenv servername aruba-master