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