Motorola WS5100 Series User manual

WS5100 Series Switch
Installation Guide

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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1.2 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.3 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
1.4 Site Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Chapter 2. Specifications
2.1 Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2.2 Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2.2.1 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.3 Cable Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.4 LED Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.4.1 Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.4.2 Primary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2.4.3 Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2.4.4 Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Chapter 3. Hardware Setup
3.1 Installing the WS5100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
3.2 Adding the WS5100 to the Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
3.3 Supplying Power to the WS5100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
3.4 Verifying the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

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Chapter 4. Configuration
4.1 Logging Into the CLI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4.2 Configuring the WS5100 IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
4.2.1 DHCP Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
4.2.2 Setting Static IP Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
4.3 Preliminary Switch Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
4.3.1 Web UI Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
4.3.2 Launching the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.4 Verifying the Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Chapter 5. Shutting Down the WS5100
5.1 Shutting Down From the Switch Web UI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5.2 Shutting Down From the CLI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Chapter 6. Regulatory Information
Chapter 7. Part Numbers and Support
Chapter 8. End-User License Agreement

Introduction
The WS5100 Series Switch is the high-performance member of Motorola’s Wireless
Switch family. The WS5100 Series Switch provides centralized Wireless LAN (WLAN)
configuration and management by coalescing network “intelligence” previously spread
across physically distributed access points. By replacing access points with simpler access
ports (or “thin” access points), the WS5100 becomes a WLAN’s single point of contact,
thus reducing wireless networking complexity by moving management out of the ceiling
and into the wiring closet. In addition, through the use of Motorola’s patented Virtual AP
architecture, the WS5100 lets you create multiple WLANs without changing or adding to
the existing wired network infrastructure.
This Installation Guide is written for the network device installer.
1.1 Package Contents
Inspect the package contents and report any missing or damaged items to your sales
representative. The package should contain the following:
• WS5100 Wireless Switch
•Installation Guide (this document)
• Rack-mounting brackets (2)
• Mounting screws (4)
• Console cable

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1.2 Document Conventions
The following graphical alerts are used in this document to indicate notable situations:
1.3 Warnings
• Read all installation instructions and site survey reports. Verify correct equipment
installation before connecting the system to its power source.
• Remove jewelry and watches before installing this equipment.
• Install the equipment in a rack with adequate dimensions and weight allowances.
• Verify the rack is anchored and cannot tip over or break away from its mountings.
• Verify the unit is grounded before connecting it to the power source.
• Verify any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.
• Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical circuit.
• Verify the electrical circuits have appropriate overload protection.
• Attach only approved power cords to the device.
• Motorola strongly recommends the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that
supports the WS5100 power rating. Not using a UPS can result in data loss or
equipment damage due to a power surge or power failure.
NOTE: Tips, hints, or special requirements that you should take note of.
CAUTION: Care is required. Disregarding a caution can result in data loss
or equipment malfunction.
WARNING! Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
!

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• Verify the power connector and socket are accessible at all times during the operation
of the equipment.
• Do not work with power circuits in dimly lit spaces.
• Do not install this equipment or work with its power circuits during thunderstorms or
other weather conditions that could cause a power surge.
• Verify there is adequate ventilation around the device, and ambient temperatures meet
equipment operation specifications.
1.4 Site Preparation
• Consult your site survey and network analysis reports to determine specific equipment
placement, port capacity, power drops etc.
• Assign installation responsibility to the appropriate personnel.
• Identify where all installed components are located.
• Verify appropriate rack mounting requirements.
• Provide a sufficient number of power drops for your equipment.
• Ensure adequate, dust-free ventilation to all installed equipment.
• Identify and prepare Ethernet and console port connections.
• Verify cable lengths are within the maximum allowable distances for optimal signal
transmission.
• Verify the WS5100 is powered through a UPS.

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Specifications
2.1 Physical Specifications
2.2 Power Cord Specifications
A power cord is not supplied with the device. Use only a correctly rated power cord
certified (as appropriate) for the country of operation.
Width 48.1 cm / 18.93 in. (with mounting brackets)
42.9 cm / 16.89 in. (without mounting brackets)
Height 4.39 cm / 1.73 in.
Depth 40.46 cm / 15.93 in.
Weight 6.25 kg / 13.75 lbs.
Max Power Consumption 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3A
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A
Operating Temperature 10°C - 35°C / 50°F - 95°F
Operating Humidity 5% - 85% without condensation

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2.2.1 Power Protection
•If possible, use a circuit dedicated to data processing equipment. Commercial
electrical contractors are familiar with wiring for data processing equipment and can
help with the load balancing of these circuits.
•Install surge protection. Be sure to use a surge protection device between the
electricity source and the switch.
•Install an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). A UPS provides continuous power
during a power outage. Some UPS devices have integral surge protection. UPS
equipment requires periodic maintenance to ensure reliability. A UPS of the proper
capacity for the data processing equipment must be purchased.
2.3 Cable Requirements
To connect the WS5100 to the LAN and the WLAN, you need two Category 6 Ethernet
cables (not supplied), one for each of the two Ethernet ports on the front of the switch.
To connect the WS5100 to a computer running a serial terminal emulator program (the
“configuration computer”), you need the console cable supplied with the switch.
2.4 LED Codes
The WS5100 has two vertically-stacked LEDs on its front panel. The LEDs display three
colors (blue, amber, and red), and three lit states (solid, blinking, and off). The following
tables decode the combinations of LED colors and states.
2.4.1 Start Up
Event Top LED Bottom LED
Power Off Off Off
Power On Self Test (POST) running All colors in rotation All colors in rotation
POST succeeded Blue solid Blue solid

Specifications 2-3
2.4.2 Primary
2.4.3 Standby
2.4.4 Error Codes
Event Top LED Bottom LED
Active (Continually Adopting Access
Ports)
Blue blinking Blue solid
No License to Adopt Amber blinking Amber blinking
Event Top LED Bottom LED
Active (Failed Over and Adopting
Ports)
Blue blinking Blue blinking
Active (Not Failed Over) Blue blinking Amber solid
Event Top LED Bottom LED
POST failed (critical error) Red blinking Red blinking
Software initialization failed Amber solid Off
Country code not configured.
Note: During the first setup, the LEDs
will remain in this state until the
country code is configured.
Amber solid Amber blinking
No access ports have been adopted Blue blinking Amber blinking

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Hardware Setup
3.1 Installing the WS5100
To install the WS5100 switch in a rack:
1. Attach the rack brackets to the sides of the device. The rack brackets are
ambidextrous.
2. Attach the brackets to the rack.

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3.2 Adding the WS5100 to the Network
The WS5100 fits in the distribution layer of the existing wired network, and must have OSI
Layer 2 or Layer 3 connectivity with the access ports it needs to adopt.
To add the WS5100 to the network and prepare it for initial configuration:
1. Using a Category 6 Ethernet cable, connect a LAN switch to the Eth1 Ethernet port (the
left port) on the front panel of the WS5100.
2. Deploy the required access port(s) to the WLAN.
3. Using a Category 6 Ethernet cable, connect another LAN switch to the Eth2 Ethernet
port (the right port) on the front panel of the WS5100.
4. Using the supplied console cable, connect the WS5100 serial port to an RS-232 (DB-9)
serial port on a separate computer (the “configuration computer”).
5. On the configuration computer, configure a terminal emulation application (such as
HyperTerminal) as follows:
The WS5100 does not need to be fully deployed into the wired or wireless network to
complete the installation steps outlined in “Configuration” on page 4-1.
3.3 Supplying Power to the WS5100
1. Verify the WS5100 power is switched off before connecting the AC power cord.
2. Plug an approved AC power cord into the power connector at the back of the WS5100.
Terminal Type VT-100
Port COM 1-4 (depending on which COM port you are using.)
Terminal Settings • 19200 bps transfer rate
• 8 data bits
• no parity
• 1 stop bit
• no flow control
• no hardware compression

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3. Plug the cord into a standard AC outlet with a voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC.
4. Toggle the power switch (at the back of the WS5100) to the On position.
.
3.4 Verifying the Installation
View the LEDs on the front panel of the WS5100 to ensure the device is functioning
properly. The normal LED pattern follows this path:
• During the Power On Self Test (POST), the two LEDs cycle through all three colors (blue,
amber, red).
• If the POST test fails, both LEDs eventually blink red. If the POST test succeeds, the
LEDs will be (momentarily) lit solid blue.
• As the software is initialized, the top LED is solid blue, but the bottom LED is unlit.
• After the software has finished initializing, the top LED is blinking amber and the
bottom LED is solid amber. The WS5100 is ready to be configured, as described in the
next chapter.
Other LED codes indicate the presence (or absence) of access ports, different standby
states, and so on. A guide to the WS5100 LEDs codes is provided in “LED Codes” on
page 2-2.
WARNING! An improper shutdown can render the WS5100 inoperable
such that it could require service by Motorola Support. Do not remove AC
power or turn off the WS5100 (by toggling the on/off switch on the back
of the device) without first following the shutdown procedure described in
“Shutting Down the WS5100” on page 5-1. An abrupt loss of power can
corrupt the information stored on the device.

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Configuration
Before proceeding with the instructions, connect a configuration (host) computer to the
WS5100, as described in “Adding the WS5100 to the Network” on page 3-2. Keep in mind,
the switch does not have to be deployed into the network to perform this initial
configuration.
4.1 Logging Into the CLI
After you have connected to the WS5100 through the serial port and powered on the
switch, the terminal emulation window displays a series of diagnostic messages (which
you can ignore), after which it displays the WS5100 Series user name prompt. Use the
name CLI to continue:
user name: cli
Next, you are taken to the CLI login. Log in as admin with the password superuser:
NOTE: If the user name prompt isn’t displayed, press Enter until it
appears.
NOTE: When using the WS5100 CLI, be aware of the inactivity timeout in
order to avoid being logged out of your CLI session if the interval is
exceeded.

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4.2 Configuring the WS5100 IP Address
Before you can set the switch’s preliminary configuration using the Web UI, the IP address
assigned to the switch must be known. By default the switch uses virtual LAN 1, which is
mapped to Ethernet port 2 for the switch default wired LAN management port.
4.2.1 DHCP Configuration
The default setting is to use a DHCP served IP address to access the WS5100 through
Ethernet Port 2. No Changes to the configuration are required for this setting.
Use the “show ip interface brief” command to display the IP address assigned to the
switch by the DHCP server.
4.2.2 Setting Static IP Information
Setting a fixed IP address for the VLAN 1 interface on the switch will automatically disable
DHCP.
To set the IP address for the switch:
ws5100>enable
ws5100#configure terminal
Enter configuration commands, one per line. End with CNTL/Z
ws5100(config)#interface vlan 1
ws5100(config-if)#ip address w.x.y.z/24
ws5100(config-if)#exit
ws5100(config)#ip default-gateway w.x.y.n
ws5100(config)#ip name-server x.x.x.x
To verify the settings and connection:
ws5100(config)#exit
ws5100#ping w.x.y.z
To save the settings to be available on the next reboot of the switch:
ws5100#write memory
[OK]
At this point, the initial configuration of the WS5100 is complete. Continue the
configuration through the switch’s Web UI, as described in the next section.

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4.3 Preliminary Switch Configuration
To complete a preliminary configuration of the WS5100, several different screens within
the Web UI will be referenced. The goal of the initial configuration, is to define settings
for the switch to associate to an MU with a minimal level of data protection. For advanced
switch configuration, refer to the WS5100 Series System Reference Guide, available on
the Motorola Web site.
Using the instructions below, define a WLAN policy and a security policy. Then, apply
these policies to the switch. After you have created and applied the policies, you should
be able to associate and communicate with a properly configured mobile unit. When ready
to verify the preliminary configuration described in this section, refer to “Verifying the
Configuration” on page 4-11.
4.3.1 Web UI Requirements
The WS5100 Series Web UI is accessed using Internet Explorer version 5.5 and SUN JRE
(Java Runtime Environment) 1.5. (Later versions of IE and the SUN JRE are also supported.)
Refer to the Sun Microsystems Web site for information on downloading JRE.
To prepare Internet Explorer to run the WS5100 Series Web UI:
1. Open IE’s Tools > Internet Options panel and select the Advanced tab.
2. Uncheck the following checkboxes:
• Use HTTP 1.1
• Java console enabled (requires restart)
• Java logging enabled
• JIT compiler for virtual enabled (requires restart)
4.3.2 Launching the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI
To display the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI, launch a Web browser on a computer with
the capability of accessing the WS5100.
NOTE: HTTP access is required to use the WS5100 Web UI.

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1. Point the browser to the IP address assigned to the wired Ethernet port (port 2). Specify
a secure connection using the https:// protocol.
The WS5100 login screen displays:
2. Enter the User ID admin, and Password superuser. Both are case-sensitive.
The Switch screen displays. Click the Show Dashboard button to display an overall
indicator of switch health. Once the switch is fully configured, the dashboard is the
central display for the user to view the version of firmware running on the switch,
quickly assess the last 5 alarms generated by the switch, view the status of the
switch’s Ethernet connections and view switch CPU and memory utilization statistics.