Cisco 2504 Getting Started Manual page 3

For Cisco 2504 WLC, mobility configuration that is part of the WLAN configuration is not uploaded to
Note
the config file.
Figure 1 shows a 2504 controller network topology and network connections, showing the medium
dependent interface (MDI) Ethernet cables required. The controller has an auto MDI feature, so you can
use straight-through or crossover cables.
Figure 1 Typical Controller Topology and Network Connections
Console emulator
for initial boot-up
Null modem serial
cable (DB-9 -> RJ-45)
to console connection
10/100/1000BASE-T
MDI cable
Network
10/100/1000BASE-T
MDI cables
Cisco Access Points
Cisco 2500 Series Wireless Controller Getting Started Guide
About This Guide
Cisco WCS software,
web user interface
LAN link for
management software
connections
Distribution
system
connection
WAN or LAN
connection to
main office
Access
point
connections
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