HP ProCurve 420 Installation And Getting Started Manual
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- Page 1 AP 420 ww/na Installation and Getting Started Guide...
- Page 2 See the Customer Support/Warranty booklet included with the product. A copy of the specific warranty terms applicable to your Hewlett-Packard products and replacement parts can be obtained from your HP Sales and Service Office or authorized dealer. Safety Before installing and operating these products, please read the “Installation Precautions”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Top of the Access Point ........1-3 LEDs . - Page 4 Downloading New Access Point Software ..... . . 4-9 HP Customer Support Services ....... . . 4-9 Before Calling Support .
- Page 5 EMC Compliance (Class B) ........A-2 Radio Signal Certification ........A-2 Immunity .
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Page 7: Introducing The Hp Procurve Wireless Ap 420 Ww/Na
Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na The HP Procurve Access Point 420ww/na is a wireless repeater that seamlessly integrates with existing wired networks to support connectivity for mobile users or wireless workstations. This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs. - Page 8 In addition, the Access Point 420wl offers full network management capabilities. This chapter describes your hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na including: Top and back of the access point Access point features...
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Page 9: Top Of The Access Point
Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Top of the Access Point Top of the Access Point hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Antennas Power, 10/100-T Link, and Wireless Link LEDs LEDs Table 1-1. Access Point LEDs Access Point... - Page 10 Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Top of the Access Point Access Point State Meaning LEDs 10/100-T On (green) The LAN port is enabled and receiving a link indication from 100 Mbps device. On (amber) The LAN port is enabled and receiving a link indication from 10 Mbps device.
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Page 11: Back Of The Access Point
Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Back of the Access Point Back of the Access Point hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Antennas Console Port DC power connector Reset buttons Lock 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 port and PoE Input Antennas The access point includes two antennas for wireless communications. -
Page 12: Console Port
However, if you need to connect the access point to a workstation or other device that only has MDI ports, then use crossover twisted-pair cable. Ports on most HP switches have the “HP Auto MDIX” feature, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect the access point to these switches. -
Page 13: Reset Button
Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Back of the Access Point Note that if the access point is connected to a PoE source device and also connected to a local power source through the AC power adapter, PoE will be disabled. -
Page 14: Access Point Features
Introducing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Access Point Features Access Point Features The wireless features of the Access Point 420ww/na include: supports up to 64 wireless clients. 802.11g draft Compliant – interoperable with multiple vendors. provides seamless roaming within 802.11g draft WLAN environment. -
Page 15: Installing The Hp Procurve Wireless Ap 420 Ww/Na
Installing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na The HP Access Point 420ww/na is easy to install. It comes with an accessory kit that includes a bracket for mounting the access point on a wall. The bracket is designed to allow mounting the access point in a variety of locations and orientations. -
Page 16: Installation Procedures
Installing the hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Summary Follow these easy steps to install your access point. The rest of this chapter provides details on these steps. Prepare the installation site (page 2-4). Make sure that the physical... -
Page 17: Installation Precautions
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures Installation Precautions: Follow these precautions when installing your HP Access Point 420ww/na. C a u t i o n s Make sure that the power source circuits are properly grounded, then use the power adapter supplied with the access point to connect it to the power source. -
Page 18: Prepare The Installation Site
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures 1. Prepare the Installation Site Cabling Infrastructure - Ensure that the cabling infrastructure meets the necessary network specifications. See the following table for cable types and lengths, and see appendix B, “Access Point Port and Network Cables”... -
Page 19: Verify The Access Point Passes The Self Test
Use only the AC power adapter supplied with the access point. Use of other adapters, including adapters that came with other HP network products, may result in damage to the equipment. -
Page 20: Led Behavior
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures access point as described below. Check the LEDs on the Wireless LED Ethernet LED Power LED When the access point is powered on, it performs its diagnostic self test. The self test takes approximately 50 seconds to complete. LED Behavior: During the self test: •... -
Page 21: Mount The Access Point
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures 4. Mount the Access Point After you have verified that the access point passes the self test, you are ready to mount the access point in a stable location. The Access Point 420ww/na can be mounted in these ways: on a wall on a horizontal surface... - Page 22 Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures Mounting the Bracket on a Wall Sliding the Access Point onto the Bracket 5/8-inch wood screws...
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Page 23: Horizontal Surface Mounting
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures Horizontal Surface Mounting Place the access point on a table or other horizontal surface. The access point comes with rubber feet in the accessory kit that can be used to help keep the access point from sliding on the surface. -
Page 24: Connect The Network Cable
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures 6. Connect the Network Cable Connect the network cable, described under “Cabling Infrastructure” (page 2-4), from the network device or your patch panel to the RJ-45 port on the access point. Using the RJ-45 Connectors To connect: Push the RJ-45 plug into the RJ-45 jack until the tab on the plug clicks... -
Page 25: Terminal Configuration
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Installation Procedures 8. (Optional) Connect a Console to the AP 420 ww/na The AP 420 ww/na has a full-featured, easy to use console interface for performing access point management tasks including the following: Modify the access point’s configuration to optimize access point perfor- mance, enhance network traffic control, and improve network security Download new software to the access point Add passwords to control access to the access point from the console,... -
Page 26: Direct Console Access
“Password” prompt. You will then see the access point console command (CLI) prompt, for example: hp procurve wireless AP 420 ww/na If you want to continue with console management of the access point at this time, see chapter 3, “Getting Started With Access Point Configuration” for some basic configuration steps. -
Page 27: Sample Network Topologies
Ad hoc for departmental or SOHO LANs Infrastructure for wireless LANs Infrastructure wireless LAN for roaming wireless PCs For more topology information, see the HP network products World Wide Web site, http://www.hp.com/go/hpprocurve. Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no access point) Notebook with... -
Page 28: Infrastructure Wireless Lan
Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Sample Network Topologies Infrastructure Wireless LAN Wired LAN Extension to Wireless Adapters File Server Desktop PC Notebook with wireless PC Card Adapter Switch AP 420 ww/na PC with wireless PCI Adapter The Access Point 420ww/na can provide access to a wired LAN for wireless clients. -
Page 29: Infrastructure Wireless Lan For Roaming Wireless Pcs
Service Set (ESS). By placing the access points so that a continuous coverage area is created, wireless users within this ESS can roam freely. All HP wireless network cards and adapters and access points within a specific ESS must be configured with the same SSID. - Page 30 Installing the wireless AP 420 ww/na Sample Network Topologies 2-16...
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Page 31: Getting Started With Access Point Configuration
Getting Started With Access Point Configuration This chapter is a guide for using the access point’s console to quickly assign an IP (Internet Protocol) address and subnet mask to the access point, set a Manager password, and, optionally, configure other basic features. For more information on using the access point’s console and the other access point management interfaces: the web browser interface and SNMP manage- ment tools, please see the Management and Configuration Guide, which is... -
Page 32: Using The Command Line Interface
HP Procurve Access Point wl420#configure Enter configuration commands, one per line. End with CTRL/Z HP Procurve Access Point wl420(config)#username admin HP Procurve Access Point wl420(config)# Type password password to create a password for the Manager, where “password” can consist of up to 8 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive. - Page 33 Type end to exit configuration mode, and then enter the show interface ethernet command to display the access point’s default IP configuration, including IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. The following illustration shows the default settings. HP Procurve Access Point wl420#show interface ethernet Ethernet Interface Information ======================================== IP Address : 0.0.0.0...
- Page 34 The following illustration shows the default settings. HP Procurve Access Point wl420(if-ethernet)#exit HP Procurve Access Point wl420#show interface wireless g Wireless Interface Information =========================================================== ----------------Identification----------------------------- Description : Enterprise 802.11g Access Point...
- Page 35 Type channel number, where “number” can be from 1 to 11, depending on the wireless regulations specified by your country. HP Procurve Access Point wl420(if-wireless g)#channel 9 HP Procurve Access Point wl420(if-wireless g)# 13. Type no shutdown to enable wireless operation.
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Page 36: Where To Go From Here
Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Where to Go From Here The above procedure using the CLI configured your access point with a Manager password, IP address, and subnet mask. As a result, with the proper network connections, you can now manage the access point from a PC equipped with Telnet, a web browser interface, or from an SNMP-based network management station. -
Page 37: Using The Ip Address For Remote Access Point Management
(CLI) prompt, for example: Username: admin Password: HP Procurve Access Point wl420# Enter ? to see a list of commands that can be executed at the prompt. Entering any command followed by ? displays a list of options that are available at that point in the command entry. - Page 38 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Using the IP Address for Remote Access Point Management A typical web browser interface screen is shown in the next illustration. For more information on using the web browser interface, please see the Management and Configuration Guide, which is on the Documentation CD-ROM that came with your access point.
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Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot your HP Procurve Access Point 420ww/na. Note that this document describes troubleshooting mostly from a hardware perspective. You can perform more in-depth trouble- shooting on the Access Point 420ww/na using the software tools available with the access point, including the full-featured console interface, and the built-in web browser interface, or SNMP-based network management tools. - Page 40 DHCP. For more information on possible network problems and their solutions, refer to the technical note “Troubleshooting LAN Performance and Intermittent Connectivity Problems”, which can be found on the HP Procurve web site, http://www.hp.com/go/hpprocurve, in the Information Library section.
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Page 41: Diagnosing With The Leds
If the power source and power cord are OK and this condition persists, the access point’s failed. power supply may have failed. Call your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty booklet... - Page 42 You can view the console log at that point by using the show logging commands. If necessary to resolve the problem, contact your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/ Warranty booklet for more information.
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Page 43: Proactive Networking
Troubleshooting Proactive Networking Proactive Networking The following interfaces provide tests, indicators, and an event log that can be used to monitor the access point and its network connections and to help you take advantage of these proactive networking features: A graphical web browser interface that you can use to manage your access point from a PC running a supported web browser, for example Microsoft Internet Explorer. -
Page 44: Hardware Diagnostic Tests
Troubleshooting Hardware Diagnostic Tests Hardware Diagnostic Tests Testing the Access Point by Resetting It If you believe that the access point is not operating correctly, you can reset the access point to test its circuitry and operating code. To reset an access point, either Unplug and plug in the power cord (power cycling) Press the Reset button on the back of the switch... -
Page 45: Testing Twisted-Pair Cabling
Troubleshooting Hardware Diagnostic Tests Testing Twisted-Pair Cabling Network cables that fail to provide a link or provide an unreliable link between the access point and the connected network device may not be compatible with the IEEE 802.3 Type 10Base-T, or 100Base-TX standards. The twisted-pair cables attached to the Access Point 420wl must be compatible with the appro- priate standards. -
Page 46: Restoring The Factory Default Configuration
Troubleshooting Restoring the Factory Default Configuration Restoring the Factory Default Configuration As part of your troubleshooting process on the Access Point 420wl, it may become necessary to return the access point’s configuration to the factory default settings. This process momentarily interrupts the access point’s oper- ation, clears any passwords, clears the console event log, resets the network counters to zero, performs a complete self test, and reboots the access point into its factory default configuration including deleting the IP address, if one... -
Page 47: Downloading New Access Point Software
For more information, see the Management and Configuration Guide, which is on the Documentation CD-ROM that came with your access point. The new access point software would be available on the HP Procurve web site, http://www.hp.com/go/hpprocurve. HP Customer Support Services... - Page 48 Troubleshooting HP Customer Support Services Information Item Information Location • copy of your network topology map, in- your network records cluding network addresses assigned to the relevant devices 4-10...
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Page 49: Physical
Specifications Physical Width: 21.832 cm (8.595 in) Depth: 13.727 cm (5.404 in) Height: 3.27 cm (1.287 in) Weight: 0.8 kg (1.762 lbs) Electrical Adapter: AC voltage: 100-240 volts, 0.4A, 50/60 Hz DC voltage: 3.3 volts, 4A Power consumption: 13.2 watts PoE (DC) Input voltage: 48 volts, 0.27A, 12.96 watts... -
Page 50: Acoustic
Specifications Acoustic ? Geraeuschemission LwA=48 dB am fiktiven Arbeitsplatz nach DIN 45635 T.19 Noise Emission LwA=48 dB at virtual workspace according to DIN 45635 T.19 Connectors The 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 twisted-pair port is compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX and IEEE 802.3 Type 10Base-T standards. Note: To provide Power over Ethernet to the access point, all 4 pairs of wires must be connected for any network cable attached to this port Safety... -
Page 51: Wireless
Specifications Wireless Radio Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g Radio Technology: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Data Rate: 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel Operating Frequency: 2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Canada, ETSI) 2.4 ~ 2.497 GHz (Japan) Maximum Channels: FCC/IC: 1-11, ETSI: 1-13, MKK: 1-14... - Page 52 Specifications...
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Page 53: B Access Point Port And Network Cables
N o t e Incorrectly wired cabling is the most common cause of problems for LAN communications. HP recommends that you work with a qualified LAN cable installer for assistance with your cabling requirements. Access Point Ports The fixed RJ-45 10/100Base-TX port on the access point accepts 100-ohm unshielded and shielded twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors as described on the next page. -
Page 54: Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs
MDI ports, then use “crossover” twisted-pair cable. Ports on most HP switches have the “HP Auto MDIX” feature, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect the access point to the switch. -
Page 55: Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable For 10 Mbps Or 100 Mbps Network Connections
Access Point Port and Network Cables Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connections Because the 10/100 port on the access point uses an MDI pin configuration, you must use “straight-through” cable for network connections to hubs or switches that only have MDI-X ports. -
Page 56: Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable For 10 Mbps Or 100 Mbps Network Connection
Access Point Port and Network Cables Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connection Because the 10/100 port on the access point uses an MDI pin configuration, you must use “crossover” cable for network connections to PCs, servers or other end nodes that only have MDI ports. -
Page 57: C Safety And Emc Regulatory Statements
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product. WARNING A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can cause injury or death. -
Page 58: Informations Concernant La Sécurité
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Informations concernant la sécurité Informations concernant la sécurité Symbole de référence à la documentation. Si le produit est marqué de ce symbole, reportez-vous à la documentation du produit afin d'obtenir des informations plus détaillées. WARNING Dans la documentation, un WARNING indique un danger susceptible d'entraîner des dommages corporels ou la mort. -
Page 59: Hinweise Zur Sicherheit
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Hinweise zur Sicherheit Symbol für Dokumentationsverweis. Wenn das Produkt mit diesem Symbol markiert ist, schlagen Sie bitte in der Produktdokumentation nach, um mehr Informationen über das Produkt zu erhalten. WARNING Eine WARNING in der Dokumentation symbolisiert eine Gefahr, die Verletzungen oder sogar Todesfälle verursachen kann. -
Page 60: Considerazioni Sulla Sicurezza
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Simbolo di riferimento alla documentazione. Se il prodotto è contras- segnato da questo simbolo, fare riferimento alla documentazione sul prodotto per ulteriori informazioni su di esso. WARNING La dicitura WARNINGdenota un pericolo che può causare lesioni o morte. -
Page 61: Consideraciones Sobre Seguridad
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad Consideraciones sobre seguridad Símbolo de referencia a la documentación. Si el producto va marcado con este símbolo, consultar la documentación del producto a fin de obtener mayor información sobre el producto. WARNING Una WARNING en la documentación señala un riesgo que podría resultar en lesiones o la muerte. -
Page 62: Safety Information (Japan
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Page 63: Safety Information (China
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Page 64: Emc Regulatory Statements
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements U.S.A. FCC Class B 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. -
Page 65: Canada
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equip- ment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. -
Page 66: European Community
Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer's Address: 8000 Foothills Blvd Roseville, CA 95747-5502 U.S.A. declares that the product: Product Name: HP Procurve Switch 2650 Model Number: J4899A Accessories: J4858A, J4859A, J4860A Regulatory Model Number: RSVLC-0204 conforms to the following Product Specifications: Safety: EN60950 (1992) +A1,A2,A3,A4,A11 / IEC 950 (1991) +A1,A2,A3,A4... - Page 67 Index Numerics blinking LEDs error indications … 4-3 10/100Base-TX buttons connections, length limitations … 2-4 Reset button … 1-7 ports, cables used with … 2-4 10/100Base-TX port location on access point … 1-5 10/100-T LED … 1-4 cables behaviors … 1-4 10/100Base-TX connections …...
- Page 68 console features checking messages during access point … 1-8 troubleshooting … 4-6 console … 2-11 command line interface … 3-2 front of access point displaying the CLI prompt … 2-12 Reset button … 1-7 features … 2-11 full-duplex fixed configuration how to connect in-band …...
- Page 69 link test … 4-7 ports location for the access point, considerations … 2-4 10/100Base-TX, location on access point … 1-5 lock connecting to … 2-10 location on access point … 1-5 console … 2-11 network connections … 2-10 power connector … 1-6 Power LED …...
- Page 70 specifications troubleshooting … 4-1 connectors … A-2 basic tips … 4-1 electrical … A-1 checking the console messages … 4-6 emmissions … A-2 checking the LEDs … 4-6 environmental … A-1 common network problems … 4-1 physical … A-1 connecting to fixed full-duplex devices … 4-1 safety …...