Cisco Catalyst 9800-L - User Manual

Installing the Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless
Controller
This chapter describes how to install the Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Mounting the Controller, on page 1
• Connecting the Controller Console Port, on page 12
• Management Ethernet Port Cable Connection, on page 12
• Installing a Security Lock, on page 13
Mounting the Controller
This section describes the various mounting options for the controller:
Mounting the Controller on Desktop or Shelf
Before mounting the controller on a desktop or shelf, install the rubber feet located in accessory kit shipped
with the controller.
To install the rubber feet to the controller, follow these steps:
Procedure
Step 1 Locate the rubber feet on the black adhesive strip that is shipped with the controller.
Installing the Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller
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Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Specifications

General

Model	Cisco Catalyst 9800-L
Category	Controller
Throughput	5 Gbps
Redundancy	Yes
Max Access Points	200
Product Type	Wireless LAN Controller
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Rack Height	1U
USB Ports	1x USB 3.0
Redundant Power Supply	Optional
Product Family	Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series
Operating System	Cisco IOS XE
Power Supply	AC power supply
Wireless Standard	802.11ax
Management Port	1 x RJ-45
Interface	Gigabit Ethernet
Encryption	AES

Summary

Mounting the Controller

Mounting the Controller on Desktop or Shelf

Instructions for attaching rubber feet to the controller for desktop or shelf placement.

Mounting the Controller on a Wall

Wall Mounting Procedure with Screws

Step-by-step guide for securely mounting the controller to a wall using screws.

Rack Mounting the Controller

Controller Rack Mounting Procedure

Detailed steps for installing the controller into a 19-inch equipment rack using the mounting tray.

Connecting the Controller Console Port

Console Port Connection Options

Covers connecting via RJ-45 console port or Micro USB console port, including driver notes.

Management Ethernet Port Cable Connection

Connecting the Management Ethernet Port

Procedure for connecting the controller's MGMT port to the network using an Ethernet cable.

Installing a Security Lock

Security Lock Installation

Information on using a Kensington lock to secure the controller via its back panel security slot.