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Cisco WAP581 Quick Start Manual

Wireless-ac/n dual radio access point with 2.5gbe lan
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Cisco WAP581 Wireless-AC/N Dual Radio
Access Point with 2.5GbE LAN
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Cisco WAP581 Wireless-AC/N Dual Radio Wave 2 Access
Point with 2.5GbE LAN. The Cisco WAP581 is an indoor dual radio 802.11acWave2 +
802.11acWave1 access point with Power over Ethernet (PoE). -PoE Supplied by UL
Listed I.T.E.
The unit should be connected to PoE networks only, without routing to the
N
OTE
outside plant.
This guide is designed to familiarize you with the general layout of the access point,
describe how to deploy the device in your network, and describe how to configure
the device. Your access point has more features and functionality than what is
described in this guide. For additional information, see the Administration

Quick Start Guide

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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Welcome Thank you for choosing the Cisco WAP581 Wireless-AC/N Dual Radio Wave 2 Access Point with 2.5GbE LAN. The Cisco WAP581 is an indoor dual radio 802.11acWave2 + 802.11acWave1 access point with Power over Ethernet (PoE). -PoE Supplied by UL Listed I.T.E.

  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    • Tools for installing the hardware • One or more Ethernet network switches with either PoE, PoE injector or external power adapter Cisco WAP581 Wireless-AC/N Premium Dual Radio Access Point with PoE Setup Features Front Panel The front panel of the device consists of a single system LED. For a full description...

  • Page 3: Side Panel

    Subnetwork Mask 255.255.255.0 If you are using a Cisco RV Series router, the default range for the DHCP assigned address is from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.254. Any device connecting to the same LAN will be assigned an IP address in this range.

  • Page 4: Placement Tips

    1 7.8 to 8.3 mm/ 2 21.8 to 22.3 mm/ 3 5.5 to 6.0 mm/ 4 17.5 to 18.2mm/ .31 to .33 in .86 to .88 in .22 to .24 in .69 to .72 in The details to mount the Cisco WAP581 on a hard ceiling or wall is depicted in the following diagram Cisco WAP125 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 5 Determine where you want to mount the device. Verify that the surface is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy. Drill two pilot holes into the surface 2.75 inches (70 mm) apart for your Cisco WAP device. Insert a screw into each hole, leaving a gap between the surface and the base of the screw head.

  • Page 6: Verifying The Hardware Installation

    Connecting the Cisco WAP581 WirelessAC/N Premium Dual Radio Access Point with PoE Setup The WiFi default SSID is “Cisco SB-Setup” with the passphrase “cisco123” in WPA2- PSK AES. This wireless default configuration will not allow traffic between WiFi and Ethernet; users will need to go through the setup wizard to resume the traffic between WiFi and Ethernet.

  • Page 7: Getting Started With The Configuration

    Right-Green Solid Green Gigabit Ethernet Link is active If you need help resolving a problem, visit the Cisco Support Community at www.cisco.com/go/smallbizsupport. Getting Started with the Configuration To configure the wireless access points, you can either use Ethernet or wireless.
  • Page 8 Launch a web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox. In the Address field, enter the default DHCP address and press the Enter key. Enter the default user name of cisco and password of cisco in the User Name and Password fields.

  • Page 9: Suggested Next Steps

    Smart Power Source Smart PoE is designed for detecting the power level from the PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment) side; it does not matter whether 802.3at or 802.3af mode, the WAP581 will operate at the appropriate mode automatically. Smart PoE ensures that the WAP581 remains functional once powered by 802.3af PSE, and intelligently to adjust operations below: •...
  • Page 10 If the wireless access points do not receive a DHCP response (there is no DHCP server on your network) after 60 seconds, the access points will fallback to the following default static IP address: 192.168.1.245 and a default mask of Cisco WAP125 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 11: Where To Go From Here

    Factory Default Settings To reboot your device: • The Cisco WAP581 uses PoE power supply; unplug your PoE port Ethernet connection for three seconds and plug it back in. • With the power on, press the Reset button with an opened paper clip for less than three seconds, or until the lights go off.

  • Page 12: Regulatory Declarations

    Cisco Firmware Downloads www.cisco.com/go/smallbizfirmware Select a link to download firmware for Cisco Products. No login is required. Cisco Open Source Requests www.cisco.com/go/ smallbiz_opensource_request Cisco Partner Central www.cisco.com/c/en/us/partners (Partner Login Required) Product Documentation Cisco WAP581 www.cisco.com/go/300_wap_resources Administration Guide Cisco Power Adapters www.cisco.com/go/wap_accessories...
  • Page 13 L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Cisco WAP125 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 14 Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 30 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Japan Statement 5GHz band 1 and band 2 (W52, W53): Indoor use only Cisco WAP125 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 16 Cisco website at www.cisco.com/go/offices. 78-101042-01 A0 Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks.

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