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  • Page 1 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 © 2007 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. Symbol is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 Package Contents ............. 1-1 1.2 Document Conventions .
  • Page 4 4.3.2 Launching the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI....... . 4-3...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction

    In addition, through the use of Motorola’s patented Virtual AP architecture, the WS5100 lets you create multiple WLANs without changing or adding to the existing wired network infrastructure.

  • Page 6: Document Conventions

    • Verify the electrical circuits have appropriate overload protection. • Attach only approved power cords to the device. • Motorola strongly recommends the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that supports the WS5100 power rating. Not using a UPS can result in data loss or...

  • Page 7: Site Preparation

    • Verify the power connector and socket are accessible at all times during the operation of the equipment. • Do not work with power circuits in dimly lit spaces. • Do not install this equipment or work with its power circuits during thunderstorms or other weather conditions that could cause a power surge.
  • Page 8 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Specifications

    Specifications 2.1 Physical Specifications Width 48.1 cm / 18.93 in. (with mounting brackets) 42.9 cm / 16.89 in. (without mounting brackets) Height 4.39 cm / 1.73 in. Depth 40.46 cm / 15.93 in. Weight 6.25 kg / 13.75 lbs. Max Power Consumption 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3A 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A Operating Temperature...

  • Page 10: Power Protection

    WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 2.2.1 Power Protection • If possible, use a circuit dedicated to data processing equipment. Commercial electrical contractors are familiar with wiring for data processing equipment and can help with the load balancing of these circuits.

  • Page 11: Primary

    Specifications 2.4.2 Primary Event Top LED Bottom LED Active (Continually Adopting Access Blue blinking Blue solid Ports) No License to Adopt Amber blinking Amber blinking 2.4.3 Standby Event Top LED Bottom LED Active (Failed Over and Adopting Blue blinking Blue blinking Ports) Active (Not Failed Over) Blue blinking...
  • Page 12 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 3. Hardware Setup

    Hardware Setup 3.1 Installing the WS5100 To install the WS5100 switch in a rack: 1. Attach the rack brackets to the sides of the device. The rack brackets are ambidextrous. 2. Attach the brackets to the rack.

  • Page 14: Adding The Ws5100 To The Network

    WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 3.2 Adding the WS5100 to the Network The WS5100 fits in the distribution layer of the existing wired network, and must have OSI Layer 2 or Layer 3 connectivity with the access ports it needs to adopt.

  • Page 15: Verifying The Installation

    4. Toggle the power switch (at the back of the WS5100) to the On position. WARNING! An improper shutdown can render the WS5100 inoperable such that it could require service by Motorola Support. Do not remove AC power or turn off the WS5100 (by toggling the on/off switch on the back of the device) without first following the shutdown procedure described in “Shutting Down the WS5100”...
  • Page 16 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 4. Configuration

    After you have connected to the WS5100 through the serial port and powered on the switch, the terminal emulation window displays a series of diagnostic messages (which you can ignore), after which it displays the WS5100 Series user name prompt. Use the name CLI to continue: user name: cli NOTE: If the user name prompt isn’t displayed, press Enter until it...

  • Page 18: Configuring The Ws5100 Ip Address

    WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 4.2 Configuring the WS5100 IP Address Before you can set the switch’s preliminary configuration using the Web UI, the IP address assigned to the switch must be known. By default the switch uses virtual LAN 1, which is mapped to Ethernet port 2 for the switch default wired LAN management port.

  • Page 19: Preliminary Switch Configuration

    • JIT compiler for virtual enabled (requires restart) 4.3.2 Launching the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI To display the WS5100 Series Switch Web UI, launch a Web browser on a computer with the capability of accessing the WS5100. NOTE: HTTP access is required to use the WS5100 Web UI.
  • Page 20 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 1. Point the browser to the IP address assigned to the wired Ethernet port (port 2). Specify a secure connection using the https:// protocol. The WS5100 login screen displays: 2. Enter the User ID admin, and Password superuser. Both are case-sensitive.
  • Page 21 Configuration 3. Close the WS5100 Series Switch Dashboard. The WS5100 Switch screen displays with the Configuration tab selected.
  • Page 22 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 4. Enter a System Name for this switch. The System Name is helpful in differentiating multiple switches with similar configurations. 5. Use the Country drop-down menu to assign the switch a country of operation. Selecting the country is central to legally operating a WS5100. Each country has its own regulatory restrictions concerning electromagnetic emissions and the maximum RF signal strength that can be transmitted.
  • Page 23 Configuration 6. Optionally specify the switch location and the administrator’s email address as a point of contact in case an individual needs to be notified regarding events impacting switch performance. You are now ready to define a WLAN and configure it with the minimum security required to securely test an MU association.
  • Page 24 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 8. Highlight a WLAN from those displayed within the table and click the Enable button at the bottom of the screen. A green checkmark within the Enabled column defines the WLAN as enabled. A red “x”...
  • Page 25 WEP 128 will be used. However, there are many more sophisticated security schemes available to the WS5100 Series Switch. For information on configuring a more robust security scheme. refer to the WS5100 Series Switch System Reference Guide available from the Motorola Web site.
  • Page 26 13.Specify a 4 to 32 character pass key and click the Generate button. The pass key can be any alphanumeric string. The WS5100, other proprietary routers and Motorola MUs use the algorithm to convert an ASCII string to the same hexadecimal number. MUs without Motorola adapters need to use WEP keys manually configured as hexadecimal numbers.

  • Page 27: Verifying The Configuration

    Configuration 4-11 4.4 Verifying the Configuration The surest way to verify the WLAN’s configuration is valid and the switch is operational, is to associate a MU and confirm the MU can communicate with a device on the wired LAN. To verify the MU’s association with the WS5100: 1.
  • Page 28 4-12 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Chapter 5. Shutting Down The Ws5100

    CLI. WARNING! An improper shutdown can render the WS5100 inoperable such that it may require service by Motorola Support. Do not remove AC power or turn off the WS5100 (by toggling the on/off switch on the back of the device) without first following the shutdown procedure outlined above.

  • Page 30: Shutting Down From The Cli

    WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide 5.2 Shutting Down From the CLI To shut down the WS5100 from the CLI, issue a halt command. WS5100#halt Wireless switch will be halted, do you want to continue? (y/n):y The system is going down NOW !! % Connection is closed by administrator! WIOS_SECURITYMGR[395]: DNSALG: Shutting down.

  • Page 31: Chapter 6. Regulatory Information

    “Part Numbers and Support” on page 7-1. All Motorola devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations of locations they are sold in and are labeled as required. Any changes or modifications to Motorola equipment not expressly approved by Motorola are possibly unsafe and could render the equipment inoperable.
  • Page 32 Statement of Compliance Motorola, Inc., hereby declares that this device is in compliance with all the applicable Directives, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC. A Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from: http://www2.symbol.com/doc/...
  • Page 33 Part Numbers and Support Part Numbers Description Part Number 6-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-06-WWR 12-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-12-WWR 18-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-18-WWR 24-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-24-WWR 30-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-30-WWR 36-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-36-WWR 42-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-42-WWR 48-port WS5100 Wireless Switch WS-5100-48-WWR...
  • Page 34 • Model number or product name • Software type and version number Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements. If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, contact that business partner for support.
  • Page 35 OTHER LEGAL ENTITY, YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO BIND THAT COMPANY, PERSON OR ENTITY. 1. LICENSE GRANT. Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Motorola, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries ("Licensor") hereby grants Licensee a limited, personal, non-...
  • Page 36 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide (ii) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile or otherwise attempt to discover the source code or structure, sequence and organization of the Software; or (iii) rent, lease, or use the Software for timesharing or service bureau purposes, or otherwise use the Software for any commercial purpose/on behalf of any third party.
  • Page 37 End-User License Agreement part of any Support Services shall be considered part of the Software and subject to the terms and conditions of this EULA. With respect to technical information you provide to Licensor as part of any Support Services, Licensor may use such information for its business purposes, including for product support and development.
  • Page 38 1995 is provided with "Restricted Rights" as provided for in FAR, 48 CFR 52.227-14 (JUNE 1987) or DFAR, 48 CFR 252.227-7013 (OCT 1988), as applicable. The "Manufacturer" for purposes of these regulations is Motorola, Inc., One Symbol Plaza, Holtsville, NY 11742.
  • Page 39 End-User License Agreement the Software in violation of any such restrictions, laws or regulations. By downloading or using the Software, Licensee agrees to the foregoing and represents and warrants that Licensee is not located in, under the control of, or a national or resident of any restricted country.
  • Page 40 WS5100 Series Switch Installation Guide...
  • Page 42 MOTOROLA INC. 1303 E. ALGONQUIN ROAD SCHAUMBURG, IL 60196 http://www.motorola.com 72E-100956-01 Revision A June 2007...

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