Chapter 1: Getting Started - Cisco AP541N-A-K9 Administration Manual

Getting Started
Cisco AP 541N Dual-band Single-radio Access Point Quick Start Guide
The Cisco Access Point provides continuous, high-speed access between
wireless devices and Ethernet devices. It is an advanced, standards-based
solution for wireless networking in businesses of any size. The access point
enables wireless local area network (WLAN) deployment while providing state-of-
the-art wireless networking features.
The access point operates in Standalone Mode. In Standalone Mode, the access
point acts as an individual access point in the network, and you manage it by using
the Access Point Configuration Utility, or SNMP.
This document describes how to perform the setup, management, and
maintenance of the access point in
access point, review the following sections to check required hardware and
software components, client configurations, and compatibility issues. Make sure
you have everything you need for a successful launch and test of your new or
extended wireless network.
This chapter contains the following topics:
• Administrator Computer Requirements
• Connecting the Access Point to a PC
• Troubleshooting Your Connection
• Configuring the Access Point by using the Getting Started Page
• Verifying the Installation
• Configuring Security on the Wireless Access Point
To manage the access point by using the Web interface, the access point needs
an IP address. If you use VLANs or IEEE 802. 1 X Authentication (port security) on
your network, you might need to configure additional settings on the access point
before it can connect to the network.
Standalone Mode. Before you power on a new
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