Cisco WAP351 User manual

Quick Start Guide
Cisco WAP351 Wireless-N Dual Radio Access
Point with 5 Ports Switch
Package Contents
•Wireless Access Point
•Mounting Kit
•This Quick Start Guide
•Product CD
•Ethernet Cable
•Technical Support Contact
•China RoHS (for China SKU only)

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Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Cisco WAP351 Wireless-N Dual Radio Access
Point with 5 Ports Switch. The Cisco WAP351 is an indoor concurrent
dual-band radio 802.11n access point with integrated PoE switch.
This guide provides the general layout of the Cisco WAP351, describe
how to deploy the Cisco WAP351 in your network, and describe how to
configure the Cisco WAP351. For additional information, see
www.cisco.com/go/300_wap_resources.
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 7.0 or later
– Chrome 5.0 or later
– Firefox 3.0 or later
– Safari 3.0 or later
•Tools for installing the hardware
•One or more Ethernet network switches with PoE
Cisco WAP351 Features
Front Panel
The front panel of the Cisco WAP351 consists of three lights: Power,
WLAN, and PSE. For full descriptions of the colors of the lights and their
indications, see “Verifying the Hardware Installation”.
Back Panel
POWER—The POWER button is used to turn the power on and off. It is not
applicable when using PoE.
48V DC—The 48V DC jack is used to connect the power adapter to the
Cisco WAP351 if you are not using PoE.
RESET—See “Rebooting the Cisco WAP351 or Resetting to Factory
Defaults” for information on the RESET button.
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PD—The Powered Device (PD) port is used to power the Cisco WAP351
using PoE.
PSE—The Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) port is used to power the
device that is connected to the Cisco WAP351 through this port.
LAN1-5—The RJ-45 Ethernet port is an auto-sensing, Gigabit Ethernet
(802.3) port used to connect theCisco WAP351to network devices, such
as computers, routers, or switches. We strongly recommend that you use
a Category 5e or better cable for gigabit connectivity.
Side Panel
The side panel of the Cisco WAP351 has a Kensington lock slot. You can
use it to attach a cable and lock to the Cisco WAP351.
Default Settings
If you are using a Cisco 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.
Mounting the Cisco WAP351
There are two ways to physically install the Cisco WAP351:
•Place the Cisco WAP351 horizontally on a flat surface so that it sits on
its four rubber feet.
•Mount the Cisco WAP351 to a wall or ceiling.
Placement Tips
• Ambient Temperature—To prevent the Cisco WAP351 from
overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds an ambient
temperature of 104°F (40°C).
•AirFlow—Both side panels have vents that must be unobstructed to
prevent overheating.
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
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• Mechanical Loading—The Cisco WAP351 should be level, stable, and
secure to prevent it from sliding or shifting out of position.
Wall and Ceiling Mounting
The Cisco WAP351 can be wall- or ceiling-mounted. A mounting kit is
packaged with your Cisco WAP351. The kit is designed to install your
Cisco WAP351 to the wall or the ceiling.
The mounting bracket has some flexibility so that you can reuse existing
holes drilled for the Cisco WAP351.
The dimensions for the mount kit screws are as follows:
WARNING Insecure mounting may damage the device or cause injury.
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall
or ceiling mounting.
To mount the Cisco WAP351 to a wall or ceiling:
STEP 1Determine where you want to mount the Cisco WAP351. Verify that
the surface is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy.
STEP 2Drill two pilot holes into the surface 2.75 inches (70 mm) apart.
STEP 3Insert a screw into each hole, leaving a gap between the surface
and the base of the screw head.
STEP 4Place 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 5Using the bracket as a template, drill two more holes for the lower
screws.
STEP 6Insert a screw into each lower hole.
10.33 in
(7.7 mm)
20.86 in
(21.8 mm)
30.26 in
(6.5 mm)
40.69 in
(17.4 mm)
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STEP 7Slide the Cisco WAP351 into the bracket, placing the cable
through the break-out tab found in the back of the bracket. Mount
the Cisco WAP351 with the back panel facing up or facing down.
Connecting the Cisco WAP351
The default configuration of the Cisco WAP351 has the Wi-Fi radio turned
off.You must perform the initial configuration using a wired Ethernet
connection.
To connect the Cisco WAP351 to the wired network:
STEP 1Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of a switch, a router,
or a PC.
STEP 2Connect the other end of the network Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port of the Cisco WAP351.
STEP 3The power adapter is sold separately for the Cisco WAP351. If PoE
is not provided, connect the power adapter (48V/1.25 A) to the 48V
DC jack. For more information about the power adapter, see
www.cisco.com/go/wap_accessories.
After installation, all lights should be active. Refer to “Verifying the
Hardware Installation” for details about the different lights on the Cisco
WAP351.
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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.
NOTE If you need help resolving a problem, visit the Cisco Support
Community at www.cisco.com/go/smallbizsupport.
Label Activity Description
Front Panel
POWER Off The Cisco WAP351 has no power.
Solid Green The Cisco WAP351 is powered on, booting, or
in normal operation with DC power supply.
Solid Blue The Cisco WAP351 is powered on, booting, or
in normal operation with PoE 802.at power
supply.
Solid Amber The Cisco WAP351 is powered on, booting, or
in normal operation with PoE 802.af power
supply.
Solid Red The Cisco WAP351 fails to boot with both
firmware images.
Flashing
(Green/Blue/
Amber)
The Cisco WAP351 is upgrading the firmware,
or is acquiring an IPv4 or IPv6 address.
WLAN Off Wireless is disabled for both 2.4 GHz and 5
GHz.
Solid Green Wireless is enabled in concurrent mode
enabled. (The intensity needs to be the same.)
Solid Amber Wireless is enabled with only 5 GHz in use.
Solid Blue Wireless is enabled with only 2.4 GHz in use.
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data.
PSE Off PSE is not in use.
Solid Green PSE is in use.
Back Panel
LAN1/PD,
LAN2/
PSE, and
LAN3-5
Off No Ethernet link.
Solid Green Gigabit Ethernet link is active.
Solid Amber Fast Ethernet link is active.
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data.
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Getting Started with the Configuration
To configure the Cisco WAP351, follow these steps to access the the web-
based Configuration Utility and then the Setup Wizard from your computer:
STEP 1Connect the Cisco WAP351 to the same network (IP subnet) as your
computer. The factory default IP address configuration of the Cisco
WAP351 is DHCP. Make sure that your DHCP server is running and
can be reached.
See “Incorrect IP Address” for troubleshooting information, or if
you do not have a DHCP server.
STEP 2Locate the IP address of the Cisco WAP351.
a. The Cisco WAP351 can be accessed and managed by Cisco
network tools and services including the Cisco FindIT Network
Discovery Utility that enables you to automatically discover all
supported Cisco devices in the same local network segment
as your computer. You can get a snapshot view of each device
or launch the product configurationutility to view and
configure the settings. For more information, see
www.cisco.com/go/findit.
b. The Cisco WAP351 is Bonjour-enabled and automatically
broadcasts its services and listens for services being
advertised by other Bonjour-enabled devices. If you have a
Bonjour-enabled browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer
with a Bonjour plug-in, or the Apple Mac Safari browser, you
can find the Cisco WAP351 on your local network without
knowing its IP address.
You can download the complete Bonjour for Microsoft Internet
Explorer browser from Apple’s website by visiting:
http://www.apple.com/bonjour/
c. Locate the IP address assigned by your DHCP server by
accessing your router or DHCP server. See your DHCP server
instructions for more information.
STEP 3Launch a web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer.
STEP 4In the address bar, enter the default DHCP address and press the
Enter key.
STEP 5Enter the default user name of cisco and password of cisco in the
Username and Password fields.
STEP 6Click Log In. The Wireless Access Point Setup Wizard appears.
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STEP 7Follow the Setup Wizard instructions to finish the WAP device
installation. The Setup Wizard turns on the Wi-Fi radio, which
allows you to connect wirelessly.
We strongly recommend that you use the Setup Wizard for the first
installation. For more advanced configurations, see the
Administration Guide. A link to the Administration Guide is found in
“Where to Go From Here”.
Congratulations, you can now start using the Cisco WAP351.
Suggested Next Steps
In case of an error while installing, try the troubleshooting procedures
described in this section.
Troubleshooting
If you cannot display the web-basedConfiguration Utility, you can test the
ability of the computer to communicate with the Cisco WAP351 by using
ping.
To u s e ping on a computer running Windows:
STEP 1Verify that the Cisco WAP351is powered on and the lights if they
do not indicate the appropriate links.
STEP 2Locate the Cisco WAP351’s IP address. While there are different
ways to locate the IP address, this procedure uses Cisco FindIT.
a. If you have previously downloaded Cisco FindIT, open Internet
Explorer and launch Cisco FindIT. For more information on
downloading Cisco FindIT, see www.cisco.com/go/findit.
b. In the Cisco FindIT display, place your mouse over the device’s
name. The Cisco WAP351’s IP address is displayed along with
other device information.
STEP 3Open a command window by choosing Start > Run and enter
cmd.
STEP 4At the command window prompt, enter ping and the Cisco
WAP351’s IP address. In this example, we pinged 192.0.2.10.
If successful, you should get a reply similar to the following:
Pinging 192.0.2.10 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from 192.0.2.10: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
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If it fails, you should get a reply similar to the following:
Pinging 192.0.2.10 with 32 bytes of data:
Request timed out.
Possible Cause of Installation Failure
Devices Cannot Connect Using Wi-Fi
Complete the Setup Wizard. The Wi-Fi radio on the Cisco WAP351 is
turned off by default, and the Setup Wizard activates it. For users who do
not want to use the Setup Wizard, log into the Cisco WAP351 using a
Category 5e Ethernet cable, and activate the Wi-Fi radio manually. See the
Administration Guide for details on activating the Wi-Fi radio.
No Power
Power up the switch and your computer if they are turned off.
Make sure that your PoE switch is powered on and the lights indicate that
you have a link. See “Verifying the Hardware Installation”.
Verify that the devices on your network are not plugged into a switchable
outlet.
Bad Ethernet Connection
Check the state of the indicator lights. See “Verifying the Hardware
Installation”.
Check the Ethernet cable to ensure that it is firmly connected to your
devices. Devices connected by the Ethernet cable can include the WAP
devices, and routers, any switches, and your computer.
Verify the connected switch has auto-negotiation enabled. The Cisco
WAP351 and the switch need the same negotiation parameters set.
Bad Image
After a new firmware installation, if the POWER light is solid red, which
indicates that the device fails to boot with both firmware images, contact
system support; see “Where to Go From Here”.
Incorrect IP Address
The most likely cause of connectivity failure is an incorrect IP address. The
Web browser may be pointing to the wrong IP address, or your computer
may be configured with an IP address that is not in the same subnet as the
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Because the factory default IP address configuration is DHCP, make sure
that your DHCP server is running and can be reached. You may need to
disconnect and reconnect the devices for them to discover their new IP
addresses from the DHCP server. You can then query the DHCP server for
the new IP address. See Step 2 of “Getting Started with the
Configuration” for more information on how to find the DHCP address.
If the Cisco WAP351 does not receive a DHCP response (there is no DHCP
server on your network) after 60 seconds, the Cisco WAP351 will fallback
to the following default static IP address: 192.168.1.245 and a default mask
of 255.255.255.0. To reach that IP address, be sure that your computer is
on the 192.168.1.xxx network.
Rebooting the Cisco WAP351 or Resetting
to Factory Defaults
To reboot your Cisco WAP351:
•If the Cisco WAP351 uses a power adapter, with the power on, use the
POWER button to reboot the device. The POWER button only functions
when the Cisco WAP351 uses a power adapter.
•If the power supply is PoE, unplug your Ethernet connection for three
seconds and plug it back in.
•With the power on, press the RESET button with an opened paper clip
for less than 10 seconds, or until the lights go off.
– When all the lights go off, release the RESET button.
– Release the RESET button as soon as the lights go off, or you will
restore the Cisco WAP351 to factory default settings and lose your
configurations.
To reset the Cisco WAP351 to factory default settings:
•With the power on, press and hold the RESET button with an opened
paper clip for more than 10 seconds.
– All of the lights will go off.
– Release the RESET button when the power light turns on.
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