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Summary of Contents for HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501
- Page 1 HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Installation and Getting Started Guide...
- Page 2 Publication Number The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in J8986A-90001 the express warranty statements accompanying such products and January 2006 services.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Top of the Access Point ........1-3 LEDs . - Page 4 7. (Optional) Connect a Console to the RSVLC-0501 ... . . 2-13 Terminal Configuration ........2-13 Direct Console Access .
- Page 5 Downloading New Access Point Software ..... . 5-10 HP Customer Support Services ....... . 5-10 Before Calling Support .
- Page 6 Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs ..... . . B-2 Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Network Connections ....B-3 Cable Diagram .
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Page 7: Introducing The Hp Procurve Rsvlc-0501
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 The HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 is an enterprise-class, dual-radio 802.11b/g and 802.11a/b/g access point that offers maximum flexibility in deployment and optimum throughput for high-density usage areas. The access point provides comprehensive security and management features and is capable of supporting all types of wireless clients in the same coverage area. - Page 8 This access point allows wireless clients to connect directly to each other, or to connect to other computers or network resources located on the wired network. This chapter describes your HP RSVLC-0501 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 RSVLC-0501 Top of the Access Point Top of the Access Point HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 ProCurve Link/Activity Access Point Radio 1 Radio 2 Power 11b/g 11a/b/g J8986A Power, ProCurve LAN Link, and Link/Activity Access Point Indicator Panel... -
Page 10: Leds
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Top of the Access Point LEDs Table 1-1. Access Point LEDs Access Point State Meaning LEDs Power On (green) The access point is receiving power. The access point is NOT receiving power. Blinking* The access point is undergoing self test or downloading software. -
Page 11: Back Of The Access Point
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Back of the Access Point Back of the Access Point HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Lock Auxiliary port and LED Primary Primary Console Auxiliary Port Reset Clear 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Antenna 2.4 GHz Antenna only 0.38A... -
Page 12: Console Port
VT-100 terminal emulator, or a VT-100 terminal. Network Port The access point includes one 10/100Base-TX port. This port uses 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 a switch or workstation. -
Page 13: Reset Button
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Back of the Access Point The access point may also receive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from a switch or other network device that supplies power over the network cable based on the IEEE 802.3af standard. -
Page 14: Clear Button
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Back of the Access Point Clear Button This button is used for these purposes: Deleting Passwords - When pressed by itself for at least one second, the ■ button deletes any access point console access passwords that you may have configured. -
Page 15: Access Point Features
Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Access Point Features Access Point Features The wireless features of the RSVLC-0501 include: ■ dual-radio design with IEEE 802.11b/g and IEEE 802.11a/b/g radios ■ supports up to 16 Service Set IDentifier (SSID) interfaces per radio interface ■... - Page 16 Introducing the HP ProCurve RSVLC-0501 Access Point Features • SNMP—a network management application such as HP ProCurve Manager can manage the access point via the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) from a network management station (supports SNMP versions 1, 2c, and 3) support for group-based access point configuration ■...
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Page 17: Installing The Rsvlc-0501
Installing the RSVLC-0501 The HP RSVLC-0501 is easy to install. It comes with an accessory kit that includes a bracket for mounting the access point on a wall or to a suspended ceiling T-rail. The bracket is designed to allow mounting the access point in a variety of locations and orientations. -
Page 18: Installation Procedures
Installing the RSVLC-0501 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 environment into which you will be installing the access point is properly prepared, including having the correct network cabling ready to connect to the access point and having an appropriate location for the access point. -
Page 19: Installation Precautions
■ 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. ■ When using the acess point's AC power adapter, note that the AC outlet should be near the access point and should be easily accessible in case the access point must be powered off. -
Page 20: Prepare The Installation Site
(STP) cable. point initially with category 5 cable. The 10/100-Base-TX port on the RSVLC-0501 uses 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 a switch or workstation. -
Page 21: 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 22: Led Behavior
Installing the RSVLC-0501 Installation Procedures Check the LEDs on the access point as described below. ProCurve Link/Activity Access Point Radio 1 Radio 2 Power 11b/g 11a/b/g J8986A Power LED Wireless LEDs Ethernet LED When the access point is powered on, it performs its diagnostic self test. The self test takes approximately 50 seconds to complete. -
Page 23: Mount The Access Point
Installing the RSVLC-0501 Installation Procedures 3. 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 RSVLC-0501 can be mounted in these ways: ■... - Page 24 Installing the RSVLC-0501 Installation Procedures Mounting the Bracket on a Wall 5/8-inch wood screws...
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Page 25: Suspended Ceiling Mounting
Installing the RSVLC-0501 Installation Procedures Sliding the Access Point onto the Bracket Mounting points Mounting slots Suspended Ceiling Mounting You can mount the access point on a suspended ceiling T-rail as shown in the illustrations on the next page. Attach the access point to its mounting bracket by sliding the unit down onto the bracket so that the four protrusions on the bracket enter the four recess slots on the bottom of the access point.