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Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (286 pages)

Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG)

Brand: Cisco | Category: Adapter | Size: 5.61 MB

Table of Contents
3
Audience
12
Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation

12
- Organization
  12
Preface

12
- Purpose
  12
- Conventions
  13
- Obtaining Documentation
  15
  - Cisco.com
    15
  - Documentation DVD
    15
  - Ordering Documentation
    16
  - Documentation Feedback
    16
- Related Publications
  15
- Cisco Product Security Overview
  16
  - Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products
    17
- Obtaining Technical Assistance
  17
- Obtaining Additional Publications and Information
  19
Chapter 1 Product Overview

21
- Introduction to the Client Adapters
  22
  - Terminology
    22
- Hardware Components
  23
  - Radio
    23
  - Radio Antenna
    23
- Leds
  
  23
  - Software Components
    24
    
    Client Utilities
    24
    
    Driver
    24
  - Network Configurations Using Client Adapters
    25
    
    Ad Hoc Wireless LAN
    25
    
    Wireless Infrastructure with Workstations Accessing a Wired LAN
    26
    
    Preparing for Installation
    27
  - Safety Information
    28
    
    FCC Safety Compliance Statement
    28
    
    Safety Guidelines
    28
    
    Warnings
    28
  - Unpacking the Client Adapter
    29
    
    Package Contents
    29
  - System Requirements
    30
  - Site Requirements
    31
    
    For Client Devices
    31
    
    For Infrastructure Devices
    31
  - Inserting a Client Adapter
    34
    
    Inserting a PC-Cardbus Card
    34
    
    Changing the Bracket
    35
    
    Inserting a PCI Card
    35
Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter

35
Chapter 4 Using the Profile Manager

56
Overview of Profile Manager

56
Opening Profile Manager

56
Creating a New Profile

58
- Creating a New Profile
  59
Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection

61
Selecting the Active Profile

63
Modifying a Profile

64
- Editing a Profile
  64
- Deleting a Profile
  64
Importing and Exporting Profiles

64
- Importing a Profile
  65
- Exporting a Profile
  65
- Configuring the Client Adapter
  67
Chapter 5 Configuring the Client Adapter

68
Chapter 6 Using EAP Authentication

124
Overview

124
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST

124
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with the Windows Username and Password

125
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with an Automatically Prompted Login

127
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Manually Prompted Login

130
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Saved Username and Password

134
Using EAP-TLS

135
Using PEAP (EAP-GTC)

136
- Windows NT or 2000 Domain Databases or LDAP Databases Only
  136
- OTP Databases Only
  136
Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)

137
Restarting the Authentication Process

137
Chapter 7 Viewing Statu and Statistic

140
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU)

155
- Overview of ASTU
  156
- The ASTU Icon
  156
- Tool Tip Window
  157
- Pop-Up Menu
  159
- Help
  
  159
- Exit
  
  160
  - Open Aironet Desktop Utility
    160
  - Troubleshooting
    160
  - Preferences
    160
  - Enable/Disable Radio
    161
  - Manual Login
    162
  - Reauthenticate
    162
  - Select Profile
    162
  - Show Connection Status
    163
Chapter 9 Routine Procedure

168
- Removing a Client Adapter
  168
  - Removing a PC-Cardbus Card
    168
  - Removing a PCI Card
    168
- Client Adapter Software Procedures
  169
  - Upgrading the Client Adapter Software
    169
  - Uninstalling the Client Adapter Software
    172
  - ADU Procedures
    173
    
    Exiting ADU
    173
    
    Opening ADU
    173
    
    Finding the Version of ADU
    174
    
    Viewing Client Adapter Information
    174
    
    Accessing Online Help
    175
  - ASTU Procedures
    175
- Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter's Radio
  175
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

177
Step 1

187
- Error Messages
  188
Appendix

201
Technical Specifications

201
Appendix A Technical Specification

202
Appendix

207
Translated Safety Warnings

207
- Explosive Device Proximity Warning
  208
Appendix B Translated Safety Warning

208
- Antenna Installation Warning
  209
- Warning for Laptop Users
  210
- Warning for Laptop Users
  211
Appendix

213
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

213
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan

222
Appendix

223
Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains

223
- Channels
  224
  - IEEE 802.11A
    224
  - IEEE 802.11B/G
    225
- Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains
  226
  - IEEE 802.11A
    226
  - IEEE 802.11B
    226
  - IEEE 802.11G
    227
Appendix D Channel, Power Level, and Antenna Gain

225
Appendix

229
Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System

229
- Overview
  230
  - Overview of Security Features
    230
    
    Static WEP Keys
    230
    
    EAP (with Dynamic WEP Keys
    231
    
    Wpa
    232
- Configuring the Client Adapter
  233
  - Enabling EAP-TLS Authentication
    238
  - Enabling PEAP Authentication
    241
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2
    242
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC)
    244
- Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP
  246
- Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter
  246
Appendix

247
Performing a Site Survey

247
Overview

248
- Guidelines
  248
- Additional Information
  248
Opening the Site Survey Utility

249
Selecting the Client Adapter

249
Using the Associated AP Status Tab

250
- Specifying Display Units
  250
- Viewing the Access Point's Status
  251
Using the AP Scan List Tab

254
- Viewing the AP Scan List
  255
- Pausing the AP Scan List
  257
- Viewing AP Details
  258
- Generating an AP Scan Log File
  260
Finding the Version of the Site Survey Utility

261
Accessing Online Help

261
Exiting the Site Survey Utility

261
Uninstalling the Site Survey Utility

261
G L O S S a R y

263
I N D E X

271
- Guidelines F
  282
- Overview F
  282

Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (226 pages)

Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters

Brand: Cisco | Category: Adapter | Size: 4.69 MB

Table of Contents
3
Preface

10
- Audience
  10
- Purpose
  10
- Organization
  10
- Conventions
  11
- Related Publications
  13
- Obtaining Documentation
  13
  - Cisco.com
    13
  - Documentation CD-ROM
    13
  - Ordering Documentation
    14
  - Documentation Feedback
    14
- Obtaining Technical Assistance
  14
  - Cisco TAC Website
    14
  - Opening a TAC Case
    15
  - TAC Case Priority Definitions
    15
- Obtaining Additional Publications and Information
  15
Chapter 1 Product Overview

17
- Introduction to the Client Adapters
  18
  - Terminology
    18
- Hardware Components
  19
  - Radio
    19
  - Radio Antenna
    19
  - Leds
    19
- Software Components
  20
  - Driver
    20
  - Client Utilities
    20
- Network Configurations Using Client Adapters
  21
CHAPTER 2 Preparing for Installation 2-1

24
- Safety Information
  24
- FCC Safety Compliance Statement
  24
- Safety Guidelines
  24
- Warnings
  24
- Unpacking the Client Adapter
  25
  - Package Contents
    25
- System Requirements
  26
- Site Requirements
  27
  - For Infrastructure Devices
    27
  - For Client Devices
    27
Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter

29
- Installing the Client Adapter Software
  30
- Inserting a Client Adapter
  41
  - Inserting a PC-Cardbus Card
    41
  - Inserting a PCI Card
    42
    
    Changing the Bracket
    42
    
    Inserting the Card
    43
    
    Assembling the Antenna
    44
    
    Mounting the Antenna
    45
    
    Mounting the Antenna
    46
Chapter 4 Using the Profile Manager

50
Overview of Profile Manager

50
Opening Profile Manager

50
Creating a New Profile

52
Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection

55
Selecting the Active Profile

56
Modifying a Profile

57
- Editing a Profile
  57
- Deleting a Profile
  58
Importing and Exporting Profiles

58
- Importing a Profile
  58
- Exporting a Profile
  59
- Configuring the Client Adapter
  61
Chapter 5 Configuring the Client Adapter

62
Chapter 6 Using EAP Authentication

98
Overview

98
Using LEAP

98
Using LEAP with the Windows Username and Password

99
- After Profile Selection or Card Insertion
  99
- After a Reboot or Logon
  100
Using LEAP with a Manually Prompted Login

100
- After Profile Selection
  100
- After a Reboot, Logon, or Card Insertion
  102
Using LEAP with a Saved Username and Password

103
- After Profile Selection or Card Insertion
  103
- After a Reboot or Logon
  103
Using EAP-TLS

104
Using PEAP (EAP-GTC)

104
- Windows NT or 2000 Domain Databases or LDAP Databases Only
  104
- OTP Databases Only
  104
Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)

105
Chapter 7 Viewing Statu and Statistic

108
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU)

121
- Overview of ASTU
  122
- The ASTU Icon
  122
- Tool Tip Window
  123
- Pop-Up Menu
  125
- Help
  
  125
- Exit
  
  126
  - Open Aironet Desktop Utility
    126
  - Troubleshooting
    126
  - Preferences
    126
  - Enable/Disable Radio
    127
  - Manual LEAP Login
    128
  - Reauthenticate
    128
  - Select Profile
    128
  - Show Connection Status
    129
Chapter 9 Routine Procedure

134
- Removing a Client Adapter
  134
  - Removing a PC-Cardbus Card
    134
  - Removing a PCI Card
    134
- Client Adapter Software Procedures
  135
  - Upgrading the Client Adapter Software
    135
  - Uninstalling the Client Adapter Software
    138
  - ADU Procedures
    139
    
    Opening ADU
    139
    
    Exiting ADU
    139
    
    Finding the Version of ADU
    140
    
    Viewing Client Adapter Information
    140
    
    Accessing Online Help
    141
  - ASTU Procedures
    141
- Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter's Radio
  141
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

143
Step 1

153
Appendix

161
Technical Specifications

161
Appendix A Technical Specification

162
Appendix

167
Translated Safety Warnings

167
Appendix B Translated Safety Warning

168
- Explosive Device Proximity Warning
  168
- Antenna Installation Warning
  169
- Warning for Laptop Users
  170
- Warning for Laptop Users
  171
Appendix

173
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

173
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

179
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Japan

179
- Japanese Translation
  179
- English Translation
  179
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan

180
- 2.4- and 5-Ghz Client Adapters
  180
  - Chinese Translation
    180
  - English Translation
    180
- 5-Ghz Client Adapters
  181
  - Chinese Translation
    181
  - English Translation
    181
Appendix

183
Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains

183
- Channels
  184
  - IEEE 802.11A
    184
  - IEEE 802.11B/G
    185
Appendix D Channel, Power Level, and Antenna Gain

185
- Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains
  186
  - IEEE 802.11A
    186
  - IEEE 802.11B
    186
  - IEEE 802.11G
    187
Appendix

189
Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System

189
- Overview
  190
  - Overview of Security Features
    190
    
    Static WEP Keys
    190
    
    EAP (with Dynamic WEP Keys
    191
    
    A P P E N D I X E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System
    191
    
    Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA
    192
- Configuring the Client Adapter
  193
  - Enabling EAP-TLS Authentication
    198
  - Enabling PEAP Authentication
    201
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2
    202
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC)
    204
- Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP
  206
- Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter
  206
G L O S S a R y

207
I N D E X

215

Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (170 pages)

802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters Windows Vista

Brand: Cisco | Category: Adapter | Size: 4.86 MB

Table of Contents
3
Conventions
10
Organization
10
Preface

10
- Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines
  12
- Related Publications
  12
CHAPTER 1 Product Overview and Installation

14
- Hardware Components
  15
  - Radio
    15
  - Radio Antenna
    15
- Introduction to the Client Adapters
  14
  - Terminology
    14
- Leds
  
  15
  - Network Configurations Using Client Adapters
    16
    
    Ad Hoc Wireless LAN
    16
    
    Wireless Infrastructure with Workstations Accessing a Wired LAN
    17
  - Software Components
    16
  - Safety Information
    18
    
    FCC Safety Compliance Statement
    18
    
    Safety Guidelines
    18
    
    Warnings
    19
  - Unpacking the Client Adapter
    19
    
    Package Contents
    20
  - System Requirements
    20
  - Site Requirements
    21
    
    For Client Devices
    21
    
    For Infrastructure Devices
    21
  - Inserting the Client Adapter
    22
    
    Inserting a PC-Cardbus Card
    22
    
    Changing the Bracket
    23
    
    Inserting a PCI Card
    23
    
    Inserting the Card
    24
    
    Assembling the Antenna
    25
    
    Mounting the Antenna
    26
  - Obtaining Client Adapter Software
    29
  - Installing the Client Adapter Driver and Software
    30
CHAPTER 2 Configuring Wireless Profiles

36
Overview of Wireless Profiles

36
Accessing Microsoft Vista Network and Sharing Center

36
Creating a New Profile and Configuring Basic Settings

37
- Security and Encryption Types
  44
Accessing a Profile that was Created Previously

46
Viewing and Changing the Settings of a Profile

47
- Radio Measurement
  52
- Advanced Roaming Setting
  53
CHAPTER 3 Configuring EAP Types

55
- Overview of EAP-FAST
  55
How EAP-FAST Works

56
Configuring EAP-FAST

58
Overview of LEAP

71
How LEAP Works

71
CHAPTER 4 Performing Administrative Tasks

85
Chapter 5 Routine Procedures

113
- Removing a Client Adapter
  114
  - Removing a PC-Cardbus Card
    114
  - Removing a PCI Card
    114
- Upgrading the Client Adapter Software
  115
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

119
- Troubleshooting with Cisco Aironet Client Diagnostics
  120
- Enabling Client Reporting
  124
Appendix

125
EAP Messages

125
Appendix

135
Technical Specifications

135
Appendix

141
Translated Safety Warnings

141
- Explosive Device Proximity Warning
  142
- Antenna Installation Warning
  143
- Warning for Laptop Users
  144
Appendix

147
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

147
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan

154
- Brazil/Anatel Approval
  
  155
  - Air-Cb21Ag-W-K9
    156
  - Air-Pi21Ag-W-K9
    157
Appendix

159
- Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains
  
  159
  - Channels
    159
    
    IEEE 802.11A
    160
    
    IEEE 802.11B/G
    161
  - Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains
    162
    
    IEEE 802.11A
    162
    
    IEEE 802.11B
    162
    
    IEEE 802.11G
    163
Appendix

165
- Acknowledgments and Licensing
  
  165
Appendix

169
G Abbreviations

169

Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (159 pages)

Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters

Brand: Cisco | Category: Adapter | Size: 2.42 MB

Channels
2
Table of Contents
3
Audience
12
Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation

12
- Organization
  12
Preface

12
Product Overview

21
- Introduction to the Client Adapters
  22
  - Terminology
    22
- Hardware Components
  23
  - Radio
    23
  - Radio Antenna
    23
- Leds
  
  23
  - Error Messages
    23
Configuring the Client Adapter

24
- Software Components
  24
  - Driver
    24
  - Client Utilities
    24
- Network Configurations Using Client Adapters
  25
- Safety Information
  28
  - FCC Safety Compliance Statement
    28
  - Safety Guidelines
    28
  - Warnings
    28
- Unpacking the Client Adapter
  29
  - Package Contents
    29
- System Requirements
  30
- Site Requirements
  31
  - For Infrastructure Devices
    31
  - For Client Devices
    31
- Inserting a Client Adapter
  34
  - Inserting a PC-Cardbus Card
    34
  - Inserting a PCI Card
    35
    
    Changing the Bracket
    35
Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter

35
Chapter 4 Using the Profile Manager

56
Overview of Profile Manager

56
Opening Profile Manager

56
Creating a New Profile

58
- Creating a New Profile
  59
Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection

62
- Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection
  63
Selecting the Active Profile

64
Modifying a Profile

65
- Editing a Profile
  65
- Deleting a Profile
  65
Importing and Exporting Profiles

65
- Importing a Profile
  66
- Exporting a Profile
  66
Chapter 5 Configuring the Client Adapter

70
- Overview
  70
- Setting General Parameters
  71
- Setting Advanced Parameters
  74
- Setting Security Parameters
  82
  - Overview of Security Features
    82
    
    Static WEP Keys
    83
    
    EAP (with Dynamic WEP Keys)
    83
    
    WPA and WPA2
    87
    
    CCKM Fast Secure Roaming
    88
    
    Reporting Access Points that Fail LEAP Authentication
    88
    
    Additional WEP Key Security Features
    89
  - Synchronizing Security Features
    90
  - Enabling Static WEP
    94
  - Enabling WPA/WPA2 Passphrase
    96
  - Enabling LEAP
    97
  - Enabling EAP-FAST
    102
  - Enabling EAP-TLS or PEAP
    112
    
    Enabling EAP-TLS
    113
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC)
    116
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)
    120
    
    Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Machine Authentication with Machine Credentials
    123
    
    Configuring Advanced Settings
    126
  - Disabling Static WEP, WPA/WPA2 Passphrase, or EAP
    126
- Enabling Wi-Fi Multimedia
  127
  - Enabling the Qos Packet Scheduler on Windows 2000
    127
  - Enabling the Qos Packet Scheduler on Windows XP
    130
- Setting Roaming Parameters in the Windows Control Panel
  131
- Configuring Band Usage
  133
Chapter 6 Using EAP Authentication

136
Overview

136
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST

136
- Status Messages
  137
- After a Reboot or Logon
  138
- After Profile Activation or Card Insertion
  138
- After Your EAP-FAST Password Expires
  139
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with the Windows Username and Password

137
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with an Automatically Prompted Login

140
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Manually Prompted Login

143
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Saved Username and Password

147
Using EAP-TLS

148
Using PEAP (EAP-GTC)

149
- Windows NT or 2000 Domain Databases or LDAP Databases Only
  149
- OTP Databases Only
  149
Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)

150
Restarting the Authentication Process

150
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics

151

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Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (286 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation

Preface

Chapter 1 Product Overview

Leds

Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter

Chapter 4 Using the Profile Manager

Overview of Profile Manager

Opening Profile Manager

Creating a New Profile

Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection

Selecting the Active Profile

Modifying a Profile

Importing and Exporting Profiles

Chapter 5 Configuring the Client Adapter

Chapter 6 Using EAP Authentication

Overview

Using LEAP or EAP-FAST

Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with the Windows Username and Password

Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with an Automatically Prompted Login

Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Manually Prompted Login

Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with a Saved Username and Password

Using EAP-TLS

Using PEAP (EAP-GTC)

Using PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)

Restarting the Authentication Process

Chapter 7 Viewing Statu and Statistic

Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU)

Help

Exit

Chapter 9 Routine Procedure

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Step 1

Appendix

Technical Specifications

Appendix A Technical Specification

Appendix

Translated Safety Warnings

Appendix B Translated Safety Warning

Appendix

Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

Department of Communications - Canada

European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Japan

Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan

Appendix

Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains

Appendix D Channel, Power Level, and Antenna Gain

Appendix

Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System

Appendix

Performing a Site Survey

Overview

Opening the Site Survey Utility

Selecting the Client Adapter

Using the Associated AP Status Tab

Using the AP Scan List Tab

Finding the Version of the Site Survey Utility

Accessing Online Help

Exiting the Site Survey Utility

Uninstalling the Site Survey Utility

G L O S S a R y

I N D E X

Cisco AIRONET PI21AG Installation And Configuration Manual (226 pages)

Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1 Product Overview

CHAPTER 2 Preparing for Installation 2-1

Chapter 3 Installing the Client Adapter

Chapter 4 Using the Profile Manager

Overview of Profile Manager

Opening Profile Manager

Creating a New Profile

Including a Profile in Auto Profile Selection

Selecting the Active Profile

Modifying a Profile

Importing and Exporting Profiles