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Aruba 800 Series Mobility Controller Installation Guide...
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Appendix B, “Specifications”—Describes the system’s size, weight, storage and operating environment, and certifications for electromagnetic compliance and safety. Related Documents The following items are part of the complete documentation for the Aruba system: Aruba 800 Series Mobility Controller Installation Guide (this manual) ArubaOS User Guide...
Email Sales sales@arubanetworks.com Support support@arubanetworks.com Telephone Numbers Main 408-227-4500 408-227-4550 Sales 408-754-1201 Support In the US: 800-WI-FI-LAN (800-943-4526) France: 33 (0) 170725559+44 (0) 2071275989+49 (0) Germany: 69380977228+ 00 1 All Other: 408-754-1200 Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
The firmware can be easily upgraded as future software releases are made available. You can install upgrades using TFTP . You can upgrade the software license on an Aruba 800-04 to support 16 APs. For information on upgrading the Aruba 800-04 to an Aruba 800-16, contact your Aruba sales representative or visit the Aruba support website.
Overview Chapter 1 System Overview The standard version of the Aruba 800 series Mobility Controller contains a 1000BASE-T copper Gigabit Ethernet (GE) connector. You can optionally order the controller with a 1000BASE-SX fiber-optic connector. Figure 1-1 shows the front views of the controller with the fiber-optic and the copper GE connectors, and the rear view.
Fast Ethernet Ports Use the network to connect APs, such as Aruba APs, as well as wired LAN segments. The ports provide 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet (FE) connectivity, and can provide power and serial connectivity to compatible devices.
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STATUS STATUS LNK/ LNK/ Aruba 800 Series FE Ports and LEDs IGURE FE Network Ports The eight FE ports are split into two four-port blocks and numbered 0 through 7. Each FE port has three informational, multi-color LEDs. These LEDs are:...
AP is connected to the port, the state with the highest precedence is displayed. GE Uplink Port The Aruba Mobility Controller provides one Gigabit Ethernet (GE) port for high-bandwidth connection between the Aruba Mobility Controller and the wired LAN. The port automatically senses and negotiates speed, duplex, and MDI/MDX settings.
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GIGABIT GIGABIT LNK/ LNK/ 1000BASE-T 1000BASE-SX Aruba 800 Gigabit Ethernet Ports IGURE “GE Uplink Port” on page 20 for cable specifications. The Gigabit interface is not user-replaceable. Do not remove the port cover plate. The fiber-optic model uses a laser transceiver on the AUTION uplink port.
Use this port to connect a local management console. This connection is required to access the text-based Command Line Interface (CLI) for initial configuration of the Aruba Mobility Controller. The CLI can also be used for controller management and troubleshooting.
Aruba Wireless Access Point. This is a next-generation wireless transceiver which functions as an AP or AM. Although third-party APs can be used with the Aruba WLAN system, the Aruba AP provides the best features and easiest integration. ArubaOS Software. This software integrates the Mobility Controller and APs...
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This phase requires someone familiar with your wireless network deployment strategy and the features of the Aruba WLAN solution. You can manually determine the locations for APs, or use a Web browser to access the Aruba Mobility Controller’s built-in RF Plan tool and perform the following tasks: Define the physical site parameters.
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Web interface. Identify problems and initiate support when necessary. Ensure that hardware support issues are handled by a trained technician. The Aruba Mobility Controller installation guides and Aruba AP installation guides provide instructions for hardware issues. Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02...
Installation should be performed by a trained technician. AUTION Pre-Installation Checklist Inspect the package in which the Aruba 800 Mobility Controller was shipped to ensure you have the following conmponents: Aruba 800 Mobility Controller Four 12-24 screws for attaching the chassis to an equipment rack...
Installing the Chassis Chapter 2 Precautions Hazardous energy is always present while the Aruba 800 AUTION Series Mobility Controller is plugged into an electrical outlet. Remove all rings, jewelry, and other potentially conductive material before working with this product. Never insert foreign objects into the chassis or any other component, even when the Aruba Mobility Controller is unpowered or unplugged.
The Aruba Mobility Controller, like other network and computing devices, requires compliance with operational specifications: Reliable power Make sure that your electrical outlet is compatible with the Aruba Mobility Controller. For power requirements, see Appendix B, “Specifications.” Power cords must be rated to 10 A and must conform to grounded electrical standards in the country in which the controller operates.
This section provides instructions for installing the Aruba Mobility Controller. Make sure that your rack environment meets requirements (see “Requirements” on page 13). Attach the Aruba Mobility Controller to the rack, as described in the following section. To avoid personal injury or damage to equipment, get help AUTION in lifting and positioning the Aruba Mobility Controller.
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Allow additional space in front and back of the chassis to access power cords, network cables, and indicator LEDs. Keep Clear for Air Intake Keep Open to Access R IA G IG Keep Clear for Air Exhaust Keep Open to Access “Keep Clear” Zones IGURE Aruba 800 Series Installation Guide...
Ethernet (PoE) devices. The total power drawn by all connected PoE devices must not exceed 100 Watts. For power ratings for Aruba APs, refer to the data sheet or the installation guide for the AP . Attach the power cord to the power input socket at the back of the chassis.
Connect the appropriate network cables (see “Cables and Connector Pinouts” on page 19 for port and cable information). Perform the initial setup as described in the Aruba Quick Start Guide (which is included in the Accessory Kit). Aruba 800 Series Installation Guide...
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Installing the Chassis Chapter 2 Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
Cables and Connector Pinouts This appendix describes cables and connector pinouts for ports on the Aruba 800 series Mobility Controllers. Fast Ethernet Network Ports RJ-45 Pinouts The RJ-45 female connector pinouts are shown in Figure A-1: 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Female...
Cables and Connector Pinouts Appendix A Aruba SPOE adapters separate the serial and FE portions of the cable and route them to their individual ports on the connected device. There are two adapter models: CA-SPOE-ADAPT-1 adapts the Ethernet cable for DB-9 serial and RJ-45 FE devices.
Serial Console Port The serial console port is located on the front panel of the Aruba Mobility Controller. This port is for connecting a local management console and can be used to access the text-based Command Line Interface (CLI) to configure, manage, and troubleshoot the Aruba Mobility Controller.
Console Terminal Settings Table A-3 contains the settings for a console terminal connected to the serial port. Console Terminal Settings ABLE Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control 9600 None None Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
Environmental Specifications ABLE Item Specification Temperature Operating: 0 to 40 ºC (32 to 104 ºF) Storage: 0 to 50 ºC (32 to 122 ºF) Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Altitude Up to 10,000 feet (3048 m) Aruba 800 Series Installation Guide...
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This product is UL Listed (UL60950). Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
Approvals and/or Certifications The CE marking applied to this product indicates that Aruba Wireless Networks, Inc., is in conformance with the applicable Directives of the European Union pertaining to...
The lithium battery may explode if it is incorrectly replaced. A AUTION trained technician should replace the battery with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
Specifically, restricted materials under the RoHS Directive are Lead (including Solder used in PCB's), Cadmium, Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, and Bromine. Aruba 800 Series Installation Guide...
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Specifications Appendix B Aruba declares compliance with the European Union (EU) WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC). For more information on WEEE, refer to: http://www.dti.gov.uk/sustainability/weee/ Aruba 800 Series 0500147-02 Installation Guide January 2006...
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