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Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controller
Getting Started Guide
First Published: May 2011
About This Guide
This guide is designed to help y192.0.2.1ou install and minimally configure your Cisco 2504 Wireless
Controller (2504 controller), which is part of the Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers.
FCC Safety Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on.
Try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. (cfr reference 15.105)
Safety Information
Safety warnings appear throughout this guide in procedures that may harm you if performed incorrectly.
A warning symbol precedes each warning statement. The warnings below are general warnings that are
applicable to the entire guide. Translated versions of the safety warnings in this guide are provided in
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Cisco 2504 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of users25 user(s)
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate1000 Mbit/s
Quality of Service (QoS) supportYes
InternalNo
LED indicatorsLink, Power, Status
WAN connectionEthernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports5
Security algorithms3DES, DES, MD5, SSL/TLS, WPA, WPA2
Storage temperature (T-T)-25 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)0 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 95 %
SafetyUL 60950-1, EN 60950:2005, FCC 15.107, FCC 15.109, ICES-003, VCCI, EN 55022, EN 55024
Power supply typeAC
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power requirements100 - 240 V
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight1590 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)271.5 x 203.2 x 43.9 mm

Summary

About This Guide

Safety Compliance and Information

FCC Safety Compliance Statement

Details compliance with FCC Part 15 for Class B digital devices, addressing potential radio interference.

General Safety Information

Outlines safety warnings that appear throughout the guide, emphasizing hazard awareness and symbols.

Safety Considerations

Provides guidelines for safe installation and operation, including ambient temperature and power requirements.

Controller Preparation and Configuration

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Steps for unpacking the controller, verifying contents, tools, and initial configuration parameters.

Configuring Management Interface

Details steps for setting up the controller's management interface for network access and configuration.

Controller Installation Procedures

Choosing a Physical Location

Guidelines for selecting a secure and reliable installation site, considering airflow and cable reach.

Mounting the Controller on a Desktop or Shelf

Instructions for attaching rubber feet and placing the controller on a flat surface.

Wall Mounting with Rack-Mount Brackets

Steps to attach brackets and mount the controller to a wall using rack-mount hardware.

Wall Mounting with Screws

Procedure for securing the controller to a wall using mounting screws and pilot holes.

Rack Mounting

Guide for installing the controller into a standard 19-inch equipment rack using optional brackets.

Controller Connectivity and Initial Setup

Connecting the Controller Console Port

Procedure for connecting a PC to the controller's console port for initial setup via a terminal emulator.

Securing the Power Adapter Cable

Instructions for using a plastic clip to secure the power adapter cable to the controller.

Installing a Security Lock

Guidance on using an optional cable lock to secure the controller physically.

Boot Process and Startup Wizard

Running Bootup Script and POST

Steps to power on the controller, observe the boot process, and perform a Power-On Self Test (POST).

Using the Startup Wizard

Guide to configuring the controller via the startup wizard for basic operation, including network and user settings.

Controller Network and Status Checks

Logging into the Controller

Steps to access the controller's Command Line Interface (CLI) using username and password.

Connecting to the Network

Instructions for connecting the controller to the office network using Ethernet cables.

Connecting Access Points

Guidance on connecting Cisco lightweight access points to the controller's Ethernet ports.

Checking Controller LEDs

How to interpret front panel LEDs to assess the controller's operational status.

Using the Reset Button

Procedure to reset the controller to its default state using the physical reset button.

Additional Information

What's New in Cisco Product Documentation

Information on accessing monthly updates and new technical documentation from Cisco.

Translated Safety Warnings

Collection of safety warnings translated into multiple languages for user safety awareness.

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