Cisco Systems 2500, AIR-CT2504-5-K9 manual Connecting Access Points

Note If the link does not activate, check the cable. When you are connecting to a hub or a switch, use a straight-through cable.

Connecting Access Points

After you have configured the controller, use Category-5, Category-5e, Category-6, or Category-7 Ethernet cables to connect up to 50 Cisco lightweight access points to the controller Ethernet ports or to the network (distribution system) as shown in Figure 14. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you can use an MDI-X or MDI cable (crossover or straight-through) to make the connections.

As soon as the controller is operational, the controller is available to connect access that are scanning for a controller. When it detects an access point, it records the access point MAC address in its database. The controller Radio Resource Management (RRM) feature automatically configures the access point to start transmitting and allowing clients to associate.

Note Direct connection of access points to Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controllers are not currently supported.

You have prepared the controller for basic operation. Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for information on configuring the controller to meet the specific needs of your wireless network.

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