OmniAccess 4308 TM Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guide i OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide Copyright Copyright © 2005 Alcatel Internetworking, Inc. All rights reserved. Specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. Originated in the USA. Trademarks Alcatel®, the Alcatel logo, AOS-W, and OmniAccess, and the OmniAccess 4308 are trademarks of Alcatel in the United States and certain other countries. Any other trademarks appearing in this manual are owned by their respective companies. ii Part 031638-00 May 2005 Electromagnetic Interference FCC - Class A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Industry Canada - Class A This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: "Appareils Numériques," NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications. VCCI - Class A CE - Class A iii OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide Warning--This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. EU - Class A This product complies with EN55022 Class A and EN55024 standards. Safety Lithium Battery Notice This product contains a lithium battery which is replaceable only by a trained technician. CAUTION--The lithium battery may explode if it is incorrectly replaced. A trained technician should replace the battery with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Laser Notice Model OmniAccess4308-SX uses a laser transceiver on the fiber-optic uplink port. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION--Use of controls or adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J, Part 1040.10, and IEC 60825-1: 1993, A1: 1997, A2: 2001, IEC 60825-2: 2000. iv Part 031638-00 May 2005 Contents Preface Overview of this Manual. Related Documents . . . . Text Conventions. . . . . . Contacting Alcatel . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii . . . . vii . . . viii . . . viii . . . . ix xi To the Network Manager The Alcatel Wireless LAN Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Deployment Summary . . . . . . . . xii Chapter 1 System Overview . . . . . . . . ............... Features Physical Description. . . . . . . . . The Alcatel OmniAccess 4304. . Installing the Chassis . . Pre-Installation Checklist . Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . Requirements . . . . . . . . . Rack Mounting Kit . . . . Selecting a Location . . . Mounting the Chassis . . . Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 .1 .2 .4 .5 .5 .6 .7 .7 .8 .9 12 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Appendix A Verifying the Installation . . . 13 Power Management . . . . . . 15 Contents v OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide Appendix B Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FE Network Ports . . . . . . . . . . . Serial & Power Over Ethernet . Physical Description & LEDs. . Pin Outs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GE Uplink Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . Physical Description and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serial Console Port . . . . . . . Port & Adapter Pin Outs . Communications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 . . 18 . 18 . 18 . 20 . 21 . . 22 . 22 . 23 . . 25 . 25 . 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix C Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 vi Part 031638-00 May 2005 Preface This preface includes the following information: An overview of the sections in this manual A list of related documentation for further reading A key to the various text conventions used throughout this manual Alcatel support and service information Overview of this Manual This manual is for trained technicians responsible for installing the OmniAccess 4308 Wireless LAN Switch. This manual is organized as follows: Chapter 1, "System Overview"--Describes the main features of this product, including physical diagrams. Chapter 2, "Installing the Chassis"--Instructions for mounting the chassis and attaching power. Chapter 3, "Verifying the Installation"--Instructions for performing initial power-on tests. Appendix A, "Power Management"--Worksheet for determining system power load. Appendix B, "Ports"--Describes interface, cable, and adapter specifications for system ports. Appendix C, "Specifications"--Describes the system's size, weight, storage and operating environment, and certifications for electromagnetic compliance and safety. Preface vii OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide Related Documents The following items are part of the complete documentation for the Alcatel system: Alcatel OmniAccess 4308 Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guide (this manual) Alcatel AOS-W User Guide Alcatel AP installation guide Text Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this manual to emphasize important concepts: TABLE P-1 Text Conventions Type Style Italics System items Description This style is used to emphasize important terms and to mark the titles of books. This fixed-width font depicts the following: Sample screen output System prompts Filenames, software devices, and certain commands when mentioned in the text Commands In the command examples, this bold font depicts text that the user must type exactly as shown. In the command examples, italicized text within angle brackets represents items that the user should replace with information appropriate to their specific situation. For example: # send In this example, the user would type "send" at the system prompt exactly as shown, followed by the text of the message they wish to send. Do not type the angle brackets. [ Optional ] { Item A | Item B } In the command examples, items enclosed in brackets are optional. Do not type the brackets. In the command examples, items within curled braces and separated by a vertical bar represent the available choices. Enter only one choice. Do not type the braces or bars. viii Part 031638-00 May 2005 Contacting Alcatel Web Site Main Site Support http://www.alcatel.com http://www.alcatel.com/enterprise Telephone Numbers Main US/Canada Main Outside US (800) 995-2612 (818) 880-3500 Preface ix OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide x Part 031638-00 May 2005 To the Network Manager As with any full-featured network equipment, deploying the Alcatel Wireless LAN (Wireless LAN) solution requires a degree of planning. The process may involve multiple components as well as various individuals in your organization. As the network manager, you should become familiar with the components and deployment summary outlined in this section. The Alcatel Wireless LAN Solution The Alcatel Wireless LAN solution consists of three major components: Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. This is an enterprise-class switch into which multiple Access Points (APs) and Air Monitors (AMs) are connected and controlled. Alcatel Wireless Access Point. This is a next-generation wireless transceiver which functions as an AP or AM. Although third-party APs can be used with the Alcatel Wireless LAN system, the Alcatel AP provides the best features and easiest integration. Alcatel AOS-W Switch Software. This software intelligently integrates the Wireless LAN switch and APs to provide load balancing, rate limiting, self healing, authentication, mobility, security, firewalls, encryption, and centralization for monitoring and upgrades. To the Network Manager xi OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide Deployment Summary This section outlines the various tasks involved in deploying the Alcatel Wireless LAN solution, and indicates the document where you can find appropriate instructions. NOTE--Documents named below are included on the Alcatel Documentation Library CD-ROM. 1 Physical installation of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Installation requires a trained technician who is experienced with handling and installing similar equipment. This phase involves the following tasks: Transport, unpack, and mount the switch in a suitable rack environment. If using a modular switch chassis, install any extra modules you may have ordered. Attach power and a console. Boot the system and perform the initial power-on test, examining the LEDs and console messages to ensure proper operation. The Alcatel OmniAccess 4308 Wireless LAN Switch Installation Guide provides the necessary instructions. 2 Initial configuration of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Configuration requires someone who understands the company's wired network and has experience with the physical and logical management and configuration of routers, switches, servers, and clients. This phase involves the following tasks: Use the console to perform initial configuration of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. Attach the switch to the network. The Alcatel Quick Start Guide provides instructions. 3 Planning the location of access points and air monitors This phase requires someone familiar with your wireless network deployment strategy and the features required of the Alcatel Wireless LAN solution. You can manually determine the locations for APs, or use a Web browser to access the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch's built-in RF Plan tool and perform the following tasks: Define the physical site parameters. xii Part 031638-00 May 2005 Determine how many access points are needed and where they should be located. Simulate network failures and recovery characteristics, and adjust placement if necessary. The Alcatel AOS-W User Guide provides instructions. 4 Physical installation of the Alcatel Wireless Access Points This requires a trained technician. The following tasks are involved: Perform initial configuration of the AP . Mount the AP in its appointed service location. Attach required network cables and power. The Alcatel AP installation guides provide instructions. 5 Advanced configuration of the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch Again, configuration requires someone who understands the company's network and has experience managing routers, switches, servers, and clients. The following tasks are involved: Configure the planned network features via command line or Web interface. Test and debug the deployment. The Alcatel AOS-W Reference Guide provides in-depth information and examples on the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch's more advanced features. 6 Monitoring and maintenance This requires someone experienced using various types of software tools to gather and interpret network performance information. The following tasks are involved: Perform remote monitor and management functions via command line or Web interface. Identify problems and initiate support when necessary. Ensure that hardware support issues are handled by a trained technician. The Alcatel AOS-W Reference Guide provides instructions for collecting system health and performance information. The Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch installation guides and Alcatel AP installation guides provide instructions for hardware issues. To the Network Manager xiii OmniAccess 4308: Installation Guide xiv Part 031638-00 May 2005 CHAPTER 1 System Overview The OmniAccess 4308 WLAN Switch is an enterprise-class switch which connects, controls, and intelligently integrates wireless Access Points (APs) and Air Monitors (AMs) into the wired LAN. This chapter introduces you to the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch. It describes the general features of the system and illustrates key physical e ...