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  • Page 1 Installation and Configuration Guide ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Power over Ethernet Devices www.procurve.com...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Package Contents ..........1-3 Front of the Access Point .
  • Page 6 Step 5. Connect the Access Point to a Power Source ... . . 2-11 Step 6. Connect the Network Cable ......2-12 Using the RJ-45 Connectors .
  • Page 7 Configuring Advanced Settings ........4-25 Setting the SNMP Community Names ......4-28 5 Managing the Access Point Viewing Device Information .
  • Page 8 Connectors ..........A-2 Safety .
  • Page 9 Notice for European Community ......C-13 EU Declaration of Conformity ....... C-16 Notice for Japan .
  • Page 11: Introducing The Procurve Wireless Access Point 10Ag

    ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag NA (J9140A) ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag WW (J9141A) The Access Point 10ag has one 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 port. This port also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) based on the IEEE 802.3af standard. The access point supports wireless connectivity at speeds up to 54 Mbps based on the IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11g standards.
  • Page 12 This chapter describes the Access Point 10ag, including: ■ Package Contents ■ Front of the Access Point ■ Back of the Access Point Access Point Features ■ Throughout this manual, the ProCurve Access Point 10ag will be referred to as the ‘access point’.
  • Page 13: Package Contents

    A complete Access Point 10ag package includes the following items: ■ ProCurve Product Documentation CD-ROM (contains PDF file copies of the documentation for the Access Point 10ag, including this Installation and Configuration Guide) ■ Read Me First Ethernet cable ■...
  • Page 14: Leds On The Front Panel

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Front of the Access Point LEDs on the Front Panel Table 1-1. Access Point LEDs LED Label State Meaning Power Green The access point is receiving power. The access point is NOT receiving power. If the power adapter is connected to a power source, verify that the power jack is connected properly to the power connector on the back panel of the access point.
  • Page 15: Back Of The Access Point

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Back of the Access Point Back of the Access Point ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag DC power connector Network port Reset to Default 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 button port and PoE input LAN Port The access point includes one 10/100Base-TX port. This port uses Auto-MDIX, which means that you can use either a straight-through or a crossover twisted- pair cable to connect the access point to a switch, a hub, or a workstation.
  • Page 16: Reset To Default Button

    C A U T I O N Use only the AC power adapter supplied with the access point. Use of other adapters, including adapters that came with other ProCurve Networking products, may result in damage to the equipment. The access point may also receive Power over Ethernet (PoE) from a switch or another network device that supplies power over the network cable based on the IEEE 802.3af standard.
  • Page 17: Antennas

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Back of the Access Point Antennas The access point includes internal diversity antennas for wireless communi- cations. A diversity antenna system uses two identical antennas to receive and transmit signals, helping to avoid multipath fading effects. When receiving, the access point checks both antennas and selects the one with the strongest signal.
  • Page 18: Access Point Features

    Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Access Point Features Access Point Features The wireless features of the Access Point 10ag include: ■ dual-radio design with IEEE 802.11a and IEEE 802.11b/g radios supports up to 54 Mbps data rate on the wireless interface ■...
  • Page 19 Introducing the ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag Access Point Features N o t e s Transmit power is regulated by international standards and users are ■ forbidden to change its maximum limit. ■ The AP10ag is compliant with IEEE 802.11d and will automatically limit the available channels and transmit-power level based on the Country/ Region setting.
  • Page 21: Installing The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point This chapter provides information on the requirements for installing the access point and guides you through the steps required for the proper instal- lation of the device. Topics covered include: Before You Begin ■ ■ Installation Precautions ■...
  • Page 22: Wireless Client Requirements

    Installing the Access Point Installation Precautions The access point may receive power using either the power adapter or 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. If you want to use PoE to supply power to the access point, you will also need IEEE 802.3af-compliant power sourcing equipment (PSE).
  • Page 23: Summary Of Installation Tasks

    Installing the Access Point Summary of Installation Tasks Ensure that the access point does not overload the power circuits, wiring, ■ and over-current protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add together the ampere ratings of all devices installed on the same circuit as the access point, and then compare the total with the rating limit for the circuit.
  • Page 24: Installation Procedures

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures Connect to the network (page 2-12). Using the appropriate network cable, connect the access point to a network port, such as a switch port. If PoE is used, this may have been completed in the prior step. At this point, your access point is fully installed.
  • Page 25: Connect The Management Computer To The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures On this computer, click Start > Connect to > Show all connections. The Network Connections window appears. Right-click Local Area Connection, and then click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. Click Internet Protocol (IP), and then click Properties. N o t e Remember to write down your computer's current IP address settings.
  • Page 26: Connect To The Web Interface And Change The Ip Address

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures c. Connect to the Web Interface and Change the IP Address Start your Web browser. In the address or location bar, enter http://192.168.1.14. The logon dialog box appears. In User Name, type admin. In Password, type password. The Web interface appears, showing the Information page.
  • Page 27: Step 2. Prepare The Installation Site

    On the sides of the access point, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) for cooling. Network Topology The Access Point 10ag is designed to provide wireless clients and devices access to a wired LAN. An integrated wired and wireless LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration.
  • Page 28 Figure 2-1. Infrastructure Wireless LAN Wired LAN Extension to Wireless Clients and Devices File Server Desktop PC Network Printer Wireless Device Switch Access Point 10ag Notebook PC Desktop PC Wireless Client Wireless Client...
  • Page 29: Step 3. Verify The Access Point Completes Initialization

    PoE switch N o t e The Access Point 10ag does not have a power switch. It is powered on when the power adapter is connected to the access point and to a power source, or when a network cable is connected to the access point and to a network device that provides Power over Ethernet.
  • Page 30: Led Behavior

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures Check the LEDs on the access point as described below. Power LED Diag LED LAN LEDs Wireless LEDs When the access point is powered on, it performs its system initialization. The system initialization takes between 30 seconds and one minute to complete.
  • Page 31: Step 4. Position The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures Step 4. Position the Access Point Unplug the access point from its power source, and then place it in the network location that you have chosen. The access point can be installed on a flat surface (for example, on a desktop) or wall-mounted (mounting kit is not included).
  • Page 32: Step 6. Connect The Network Cable

    Installing the Access Point Installation Procedures Step 6. Connect the Network Cable Connect the network cable, described under ““Cabling Infrastructure” page 2-7, from the network device or your patch panel to the LAN port on the access point. Using the RJ-45 Connectors To connect: Push the RJ-45 plug into the LAN port until the tab on the plug clicks into...
  • Page 33: Getting Started With Access Point Configuration

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration This chapter provides instructions for logging on to the Web interface and a summary of the essential configuration tasks you need to perform to get the access point up and running on your network. Topics discussed include: ■...
  • Page 34: Logging On To The Web Interface

    “Step 1. Preconfigure the Access Point” page 2-4. A logon dialog box appears. In User name, type admin. In Password, type password. Click OK to log on. The ProCurve Access Point 10ag Web interface appears, showing the Infor- mation page.
  • Page 35: Navigating Around The Web Interface

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Introducing the Management Web Interface Figure 3-1. Information Page (Web Interface Home Page) N o t e The Web interface does not have a Log Off button. To end your Web interface session safely, close the Web browser. Navigating Around the Web Interface The Web interface provides logical window groups for easy access to common setup, management, and advanced configuration features.
  • Page 36 Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Introducing the Management Web Interface Figure 3-2. Web Interface Elements Information Pane Menu The Web interface has two primary sections: ■ The menu: Located on the left-hand side of the page, the menu contains links to the primary configuration options on the Web interface.
  • Page 37: Tasks For Your First Web Browser Interface Session

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Tasks for Your First Web Browser Interface Session ■ The information pane: Shows related configuration options for each item on the menu. For example, if you click IP Settings on the menu, the information pane loads the parameters that you can set or edit, and then save for your desired configuration change to take effect.
  • Page 38: Default Configuration Parameters

    Getting Started With Access Point Configuration Default Configuration Parameters Default Configuration Parameters Table 3-2 lists some of the default settings with which the access point is configured, including the basic IP address and wireless configuration param- eters. Information on how to update each parameter is provided later in this guide.
  • Page 39: Setting Up The Access Point

    Setting Up the Access Point This chapter provides information on how configure the access point’s network, wireless, and security settings to ensure its proper operation on the network. It also describes how to configure advanced options, such as the wireless radio settings and the built-in SNMP agent. Topics discussed in this chapter include: ■...
  • Page 40 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Basic Settings Figure 4-1. Basic Settings Page To configure the access point’s basic settings: On the menu, click Basic Settings. Configure the IP address settings. • Assign an IP address (recommended) – If you want to assign a fixed IP address to the access point, select Disable for the DHCP Client, and then enter the IP Address, IP Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway that you want to assign to it.
  • Page 41: Configuring Wireless Settings

    The radios are disabled if the Country/Region option is not set. Once this ■ option is configured, the radios can be enabled. ■ When resetting to factory defaults, the Access Point 10ag must have its Country/Region setting configured. Click Apply. Configuring Wireless Settings Wireless settings define the SSID, wireless channel, wireless mode, and data rate that each wireless interface uses.
  • Page 42 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Wireless Settings Figure 4-2. Wireless Settings Page...
  • Page 43: Creating A Wireless Profile

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Wireless Settings Creating a Wireless Profile N o t e The access point ships with one preconfigured wireless profile for 802.11b/g. Figure 4-3. Add Wireless Profile Page To create a new wireless profile: On the menu, click Wireless Settings. The Wireless Settings page appears.
  • Page 44: Editing A Wireless Profile

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Wireless Settings • g only: Select to allow connections from 802.11g clients only. • a only: Select to allow connections from 802.11a clients only. • b only: Select to allow connections from 802.11b clients only. In Data Rate, select the maximum speed at which the access point can transmit traffic for this wireless profile.
  • Page 45: Configuring Security Settings

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Select the option button for the wireless profile that you want to delete. Click Delete. The message Please wait... appears. After a few seconds, the SSID List refreshes and the wireless profile you chose to delete disappears from the list of SSIDs.
  • Page 46: Authentication

    Authentication The two ways of authenticating users on the Access Point 10ag are: ■ MAC Authentication: Based on the user's wireless device MAC address.
  • Page 47: Encryption

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings The Access Point 10ag supports all EAP types tested by the WiFi Alliance; TLS, TTLS, PEAP0/MSCHAPv2, PEAP1/GTC and SIM. EAP types that do not provide key management (like MD5) are not suitable for wireless networks.
  • Page 48: Deciding Which Security Profile To Use

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Deciding Which Security Profile to Use Table 4-1 shows a summary of available security profiles. Use this table as a reference when deciding on which security profile best suits your network. Remember that certain security profiles may require additional software or hardware.
  • Page 49: Configuring The Access Point With Your Preferred Security Profile

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Configuring the Access Point with Your Preferred Security Profile Wireless security options are available on the Security Settings page. By default, the Security Settings page shows None as the selected security profile. When you click other security options, the page refreshes, and then displays additional options for that security profile.
  • Page 50: Configuring Wep

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-5. No Security (Default) Page To use no security (not recommended): On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click None.
  • Page 51 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-6. WEP Options To use WEP: On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click WEP.
  • Page 52: Configuring Wpa-Psk (Tkip)

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings • Encryption Strength: Set the length of the encryption key that will be used. Select 64 bits or 128 bits. Note that the same size of encryption key must be supported on all wireless clients and devices. Default is 64 bits.
  • Page 53: Configuring Wpa2-Psk (Aes)

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-7. WPA-PSK (TKIP) Options To use WPA-PSK (TKIP): On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click WPA-PSK (TKIP).
  • Page 54: Configuring Wpa-Psk (Tkip) / Wpa2-Psk (Aes)

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-8. WPA2-PSK (AES) Options To use WPA2-PSK (AES): On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click WPA2-PSK (AES).
  • Page 55 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-9. WPA-PSK (TKIP) / WPA2-PSK (AES) Options To use WPA-PSK (TKIP) / WPA2-PSK (AES): On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click WPA-PSK (TKIP) / WPA2-PSK (AES).
  • Page 56: Configuring Wpa (Tkip)

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Configuring WPA (TKIP) This security profile uses TKIP as the encryption cipher and 802.1X as the authentication mechanism. In this way, each device is going to utilize a unique master key to derive the encryption between the access point and device. Figure 4-10.
  • Page 57: Configuring Wpa2 (Aes)

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings • RADIUS Secret: Type a shared text string used to encrypt messages between the access point and the RADIUS server. Make sure that the same text string is specified on the RADIUS Accounting server. Do not use blank spaces in the string.
  • Page 58: Configuring 802.1X

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings In the Key Update Interval box, define the time interval (in seconds) for regenerating a group key. Under RADIUS Server, configure the RADIUS server settings: • RADIUS Server IP: Type the IP address of the RADIUS server on the network.
  • Page 59 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Security Settings Figure 4-12. 802.1X Options To use 802.1X: On the menu, click Security Settings. The Security Settings page appears. In SSID, select the SSID for which you want to set the security profile. Under Security Options, click 8021.X.
  • Page 60: Controlling Access To The Wireless Network

    Setting Up the Access Point Controlling Access to the Wireless Network Controlling Access to the Wireless Network You can configure the access point to authenticate client MAC addresses against a database stored locally on the access point or remotely on a RADIUS server.
  • Page 61: Setting Up Local Mac Authentication

    Setting Up the Access Point Controlling Access to the Wireless Network Before setting up either type of MAC authentication, you should list down the MAC addresses of the wireless clients and devices that you want to allow or deny access. Setting Up Local MAC Authentication Local MAC authentication allows you to add entries to the built-in MAC authentication database and to take certain actions based on a wireless client’s...
  • Page 62: Setting Up Remote Mac Authentication

    Setting Up the Access Point Controlling Access to the Wireless Network To disable local MAC authentication: On the menu, click Access Control. In SSID, select the SSID to which you want to configure access. In MAC Authentication, select Disable. Click Apply to save your changes. Setting Up Remote MAC Authentication Remote MAC Authentication makes use of a Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service (RADIUS) server to perform client authentication.
  • Page 63: Configuring Advanced Settings

    Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Advanced Settings N o t e This guide assumes that you have already configured the RADIUS server(s) to support the access point. The configuration of RADIUS server software is beyond the scope of this guide. Refer to the documentation provided with the RADIUS server software.
  • Page 64 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Advanced Settings Figure 4-15. Advanced Settings Page To configure the advanced settings: On the menu, click Advanced Settings. In Radio, select the radio for which you want to configure the advanced settings. Available options are 802.11a and 802.11b/g. In Status, click Enable if you want to turn on the radio interface that you selected in the previous step.
  • Page 65 Setting Up the Access Point Configuring Advanced Settings After receiving an RTS frame, the device sends a CTS (clear to send) frame to notify the sending device that it can start sending data. (Default is 2347) • Fragmentation Length: Configures the minimum packet size that can be fragmented when passing through the access point.
  • Page 66: Setting The Snmp Community Names

    Setting Up the Access Point Setting the SNMP Community Names Setting the SNMP Community Names You can manage the access point from a network management station running a Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) management application, such as ProCurve Manager. The access point SNMP agent supports SNMP versions 1 and 2c. Management access from SNMP v1 or v2c stations is controlled by community names.
  • Page 67 Setting Up the Access Point Setting the SNMP Community Names To establish a public read-only SNMP community, type a name text • string to replace the default community name (public) in the Read Only text field. To establish a private read-write SNMP community, type a name text •...
  • Page 69: Managing The Access Point

    Managing the Access Point This chapter describes management tasks that you may periodically perform, including changing the management password and updating the software. Topics discussed in this chapter include: ■ Viewing Device Information Changing the Management Password ■ ■ Updating the Access Point Software ■...
  • Page 70 Managing the Access Point Viewing Device Information Figure 5-1. Information Page The Information page displays three types of device information: Access Point Information ■ • MAC Address: The physical layer address for the Ethernet port interface • Region: Shows the country/region that was set on the Basic Settings page •...
  • Page 71: Changing The Management Password

    Managing the Access Point Changing the Management Password ■ Radio Settings: Shows the status of each radio interface and a summary of their configuration settings, including WMM Support, RTS Threshold, Beacon Interval, and other radio settings. ■ Current Wireless Settings: Shows a table that lists all configured SSIDs on the access point and the wireless modes, channels, and security settings that they use.
  • Page 72 Managing the Access Point Changing the Management Password To change the default Web interface password: On the menu, click Change Password. The Change Password page appears. In Set Password, type your new password. N o t e The password is case-sensitive and must be between 1 and 32 alphanumeric characters long.
  • Page 73: If You Forget Your Password

    Where to Download Software Updates The ProCurve support site periodically provides access point software updates through the ProCurve Web site (www.procurve.com). At www.procurve.com, select “Software updates”. Under “Latest software”, select “Wireless access points”. Check for available software updates for ProCurve Wireless Access Point 10ag.
  • Page 74: Update Precautions

    Managing the Access Point Updating the Access Point Software Update Precautions C A U T I O N Here are a few things that you can do to ensure that the software update process will be completed successfully: ■ Do not use your Web browser until the update process has completed. ■...
  • Page 75: Software Update Procedure

    Managing the Access Point Viewing the List of Connected Devices Software Update Procedure To update the access point software: On the menu, click Update Software under Management. The Update Software page appears. Click Browse. The Choose File dialog box appears. Go to the folder where you saved the software update file, select the file, and then click Open.
  • Page 76: Backing Up And Restoring Configuration

    Managing the Access Point Backing Up and Restoring Configuration Figure 5-4. Connected Devices Page Backing Up and Restoring Configuration To back up the current access point configuration: On the menu, click Back Up Settings. The Back Up Settings page appears. Click Back Up under Save a Copy of Current Settings.
  • Page 77: Rebooting The Access Point

    Managing the Access Point Rebooting the Access Point To restore a backup configuration: On the menu, click Back Up Settings. The Back Up Settings page appears. Click Browse under Restore Saved Setting from a File. When the Choose File dialog box appears, browse to the location where you saved the backup configuration file.
  • Page 78 Managing the Access Point Rebooting the Access Point Refer to the procedure below for instructions on how to reboot the access point from the Web interface. Figure 5-5. Reboot Page To reboot the access point: On the menu, click Reboot Access Point. In Reboot access point, click Yes.
  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Because the Access Point 10ag behaves in this way (in compliance with the IEEE 802.3-2005 standard), if a device connected to the access point has a fixed configuration at full duplex, the device will not connect correctly to the access point.
  • Page 80 Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting Tips All devices connected to the Access Point 10ag should be configured to auto-negotiate. To correct this problem you have to manually set the access point’s RJ-45 port to match the duplex mode used by the attached device.
  • Page 81: Diagnosing With The Leds

    Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Diagnosing with the LEDs Table 6-1 shows LED patterns on the access point that indicate problem conditions. Check in the table for the LED pattern that you see on your access point. Refer to the corresponding diagnostic tip on the next few pages. Table 6-1.
  • Page 82 Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Diagnostic Tips Problem Solution The access point 1. Verify that the power cord is plugged into an active power source and to the access is not plugged point's AC power adapter. Make sure these connections are secure. into an active AC 2.
  • Page 83: Hardware Diagnostic Tests

    IEEE 802.3 Type 10Base-T, or 100Base-TX standards. The twisted- pair cables attached to the Access Point 10ag must be compatible with the appropriate standards. To verify that your cable is compatible with these...
  • Page 84: Testing Access Point-To-Device Network Communications

    Restoring Factory Default Configuration As part of your troubleshooting process on the Access Point 10ag, it may become necessary to return the access point’s configuration to its factory default settings. This process momentarily interrupts the access point’s oper- ation and reboots the access point.
  • Page 85 Troubleshooting Restoring Factory Default Configuration You can restore factory default configuration either by pressing the Reset to Default button on the rear panel, or by clicking the Erase button on the Back Up Settings page. To restore to factory default using the Reset to Default button: Using a pointed object such as the tip of a ballpoint pen or a straightened clip, press the Reset to Default button for more than five seconds.
  • Page 86: Hp Customer Support Services

    If you are still having trouble with your access point, Hewlett-Packard offers support 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the use of a number of automated electronic services. The ProCurve Networking Web site, www.procurve.com, provides up-to-date support information under “Tech- nical support.”...
  • Page 87: Physical

    Specifications Physical Width: 178 mm Depth: 103 mm Height: 34 mm Weight: 285 g Electrical Adapter AC voltage: 100-240 volts, 0.5A, 50/60 Hz DC voltage: 12 volts, 1.25A (max) Power consumption: 15 watts (max) Note: Power can also be provided to the access point through the Ethernet port based on IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) specifications.
  • Page 88: Environmental

    Specifications Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) PoE mode -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Relative humidity: 15% to 95% 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Maximum altitude: 3.05 Km (10,000 ft) Connectors The 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 twisted-pair port is compatible with the ■...
  • Page 89: Immunity

    Specifications ARIB RCR STD-T66 (Ch 1~13), STD-33 (Ch 14), STD-71 (802.11a) ■ ■ DGT LP0002 (Taiwan) Immunity EN 301.489-1 v1.6.1 (2005-09) ■ ■ EN 301.489-17 V1.2.1 (2002-08) ■ EN 60601-1-2 Wireless 802.11a Radio Standard: IEEE 802.11a Radio Technology: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Data Rate: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel Operating Frequency:...
  • Page 90: Receiver Sensitivity

    5.470GHz ~ 5.725GHz 2.28 (dBi) ETSI 5.725GHz ~ 5.85GHz 1.78 (dBi) FCC/IC/NCC Receiver Sensitivity Radio ProCurve Access Point 10ag NA (J9140A) ProCurve Access Point 10ag (J9141A) 802.11b 11Mbps @ -87dBm; 5.5Mbps @ -91dBm; 11Mbps @ -87dBm; 5.5Mbps @ -89dBm; (typical) 2Mbps @ -92dBm;...
  • Page 91: B Access Point Port And Network Cables

    Access Point Port and Network Cables This appendix includes access point connector information and network cable information for cables that should be used with the Access Point 10ag, including minimum pin-out information and specifications for twisted-pair cables. N o t e Incorrectly wired cabling is the most common cause of problems for LAN communications.
  • Page 92: Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs

    Access Point Port and Network Cables Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs The access point includes one 10/100Base-TX port. This port uses Auto-MDIX, which means that you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted- pair cables to connect the access point to a switch. Other Wiring Rules: ■...
  • Page 93: 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 supports Auto-MDIX operation, you can use either a “straight-through” or “crossover” cable for network connections to PCs, servers, hubs, or switches.
  • Page 94: 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 supports Auto-MDIX operation, you can use either a “straight-through” or “crossover” cable for network connections to PCs, servers, hubs, or switches.
  • Page 95: C Safety And Emc Regulatory Statements

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information 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 96: Informations Concernant La Sécurité

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Informations concernant la sécurité ■ LAN cables may occasionally be subject to hazardous transient voltages (such as lightning or disturbances in the electrical utilities power grid). Handle exposed metal components of the network with caution. ■...
  • Page 97: Hinweise Zur Sicherheit

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Classe II : Les équipements conformes à la classe II incluent une isolation supplémentaire pour la protection contre les chocs électriques et ne doivent pas forcément être raccordés à la terre. Pour les connexions LAN : ■...
  • Page 98 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Erdung Je nach Produktmodell wird Ihr Produkt als Gerät nach Sicherheitsklasse I oder Sicherheitsklasse II eingestuft. Für Geräte der Klasse I ist eine Verbin- dung mit Erdung (3-poliger Stecker) erforderlich, während Geräte der Klasse II einen 2-poligen Stecker enthalten.
  • Page 99: Considerazioni Sulla Sicurezza

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Simbolo di riferimento alla documentazione. Se il prodotto è contrassegnato da questo simbolo, fare riferimento alla documentazione sul prodotto per ulteriori informazioni su di esso. WARNING La dicitura WARNING denota un pericolo che può causare lesioni o morte.
  • Page 100: Consideraciones Sobre Seguridad

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad Manutenzione Nessun componente di questo prodotto può essere riparato dall'utente. Qual- siasi lavoro di riparazione, messa a punto, manutenzione o assistenza va effettuato esclusivamente da personale specializzato. Questo apparato non possiede un commutatore principale; si mette scotto tensione all'inserirsi il cavo d'alimentazione.
  • Page 101 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad ■ Si la LAN abarca un área cuyo suministro eléctrico proviene de más de una red de distribución de electricidad, cerciorarse de que las puestas a tierra estén conectadas entre sí de modo seguro. ■...
  • Page 102: Safety Information (Japan

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (Japan) Safety Information (Japan)
  • Page 103: Safety Information (Korea

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (Korea) Safety Information (Korea)
  • Page 104: Safety Information (China

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety Information (China) Safety Information (China) C-10...
  • Page 105: Emc Regulatory Statements

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Notice for U.S.A. Manufacturer’s FCC Declaration of Conformity Statement Product No: J9140A FCC ID No: B94RSVLC-0702 Regulatory Model No: RSVLC-0702 Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304-1185 USA Phone:650-857-1501 For questions regarding this declaration, contact the Product Regulations Manager at the above address or phone number.
  • Page 106: Regulatory Model Identification Number

    Regulatory Model Number (RMN). The RMN for your product is RSVLC- 0702. The RMN should not be confused with the marketing name (Wireless Access Point 10ag) or the Product Number (J9140A, J9141A). Notice for Canada This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device and conforms to Industry Canada standard ICES-003.
  • Page 107: Notice For European Community

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements This device complies with the Class B limits of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 108 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements 2.4 GHz Operation: ■ This device may be operated indoors or outdoors in all EU and EFTA countries using the 2.4GHz band (Channels 1 - 13), except where noted below. ■ In Italy, a license is required for outdoor use. Verify with your dealer or directly with the General Direction for Frequency Planning and Manage- ment (Direzione Generale Pianificazione e Gestione Frequenze).
  • Page 109 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the European Community Frequency Band Allowed Channels Usage Maximum (MHz) EIRP (mW) 5150 - 5250 36, 40, 44, 48 Indoor use only 5250 - 5350 52, 56, 60, 64 Indoor use only 5470 - 5725 100, 104, 108, 112,...
  • Page 110: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    For regulatory identification purposes, this product has been assigned a Regulatory Model Number (RMN). The RMN for your product is RSVLC-0702. The RMN should not be confused with the marketing name (Wireless Access Point 10ag) or the Product Number (J9140A, J9141A).
  • Page 111: Notice For Japan

    Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements Notice for Japan Notice for Taiwan DGT LPD (Low Power Device) Statement: C-17...
  • Page 112 Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements C-18...
  • Page 113: D Recycle Statements

    Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste.
  • Page 114 Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Laitteiden hävittäminen kotitalouksissa Euroopan unionin alueella Jos tuotteessa tai sen pakkauksessa on tämä merkki, tuotetta ei saa hävittää kotitalousjätteiden mukana. Tällöin hävitettävä laite on toimitettava sähkölaitteiden ja elektronisten laitteiden kierrätyspisteeseen. Hävitettävien laitteiden erillinen käsittely ja kierrätys auttavat säästämään luonnonvaroja ja varmistamaan, että...
  • Page 115 Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Smaltimento delle apparecchiature da parte di privati nel territorio dell'Unione Europea Questo simbolo presente sul prodotto o sulla sua confezione indica che il prodotto non può essere smaltito insieme ai rifiuti domestici. È responsabilità dell'utente smaltire le apparecchiature consegnandole presso un punto di raccolta designato al riciclo e allo smaltimento di apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche.
  • Page 116 Recycle Statements Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements Descarte de Lixo Elétrico na Comunidade Européia Este símbolo encontrado no produto ou na embalagem indica que o produto não deve ser descartado no lixo doméstico comum. É responsabilidade do cliente descartar o material usado (lixo elétrico), encaminhando-o para um ponto de coleta para reciclagem.
  • Page 117: Contents

    Open Source Licenses Contents Overview ..........E-1 GPL2 (GNU General Public License, v.2).
  • Page 118: Gpl2 (Gnu General Public License, V.2)

    Open Source Licenses GPL2 (GNU General Public License, v.2) GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 119 Open Source Licenses GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License. The "Program", below, refers to any such program or work, and a "work based on the Program"...
  • Page 120 Open Source Licenses them as separate works. But when you distribute the same sections as part of a whole which is a work based on the Program, the distribution of the whole must be on the terms of this License, whose permissions for other licensees extend to the entire whole, and thus to each and every part regardless of who wrote it.
  • Page 121 Open Source Licenses received copies, or rights, from you under this License will not have their licenses terminated so long as such parties remain in full compliance. 5. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Program or its derivative works.
  • Page 122 Open Source Licenses 9. The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number.
  • Page 123 Open Source Licenses To do so, attach the following notices to the program. It is safest to attach them to the start of each source file to most effectively convey the exclusion of warranty; and each file should have at least the "copyright"...
  • Page 124: Lgpl (Gnu Lesser General Public License)

    Open Source Licenses LGPL (GNU Lesser General Public License) GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 3, 29 June 2007 Copyright (C) 2007 Free Software Foundation, Inc. <http://fsf.org/> Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 125 Open Source Licenses a) under this License, provided that you make a good faith effort to ensure that, in the event an Application does not supply the function or data, the facility still operates, and performs whatever part of its purpose remains meaningful, or b) under the GNU GPL, with none of the additional permissions of this License applicable to that copy.
  • Page 126 Open Source Licenses is necessary to install and execute a modified version of the Combined Work produced by recombining or relinking the Application with a modified version of the Linked Version. (If you use option 4d0, the Installation Information must accompany the Minimal Corresponding Source and Corresponding Application Code.
  • Page 127 Index Numerics 10/100Base-TX cables connections, length limitations … 2-7 10/100Base-TX connections … 2-7 ports, cables used with … 2-7 connecting cables to the access point 10/100Base-TX port port … 2-12 location on access point … 1-5 effects of non-standard cables … 6-2 infrastructure requirements …...
  • Page 128 diagnostic tests … 6-5 location for the access point, considerations … 2-7 checking the LEDs … 6-5 end-to-end connectivity … 6-6 testing the access point only … 6-5 MDI-X to MDI network cable … B-3 testing twisted-pair cabling … 6-5 MDI-X to MDI-X network cable …...
  • Page 129 Power LED … 1-4 behavior during system initialization … 2-10 testing behaviors … 1-4 access point operation … 6-5 location on access point … 1-3 access point-to-device communications … 6-6 power source checking the LEDs … 6-5 connecting the access point to … 2-11 diagnostic tests …...
  • Page 132 Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under the copyright laws. November 2007 Manual Part Number 5991-8615 *5991-8615*...

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