Edge-Core EWS4502 Installation Guide

Installation Guidewww.edge-core.com2-Port Wireless Access ControllerEWS4502

Chapter 1 | Wireless Controller OverviewIntroduction to the EWS4502 Wireless Access Controller– 12 –RJ-45 PortsThe wireless controller provides tw

Chapter 1 | Wireless Controller OverviewKey Technical Specifications– 13 –Key Technical SpecificationsThe following table contains key system spec

– 14 –2 Installation OverviewThis chapter includes these sections:◆ “Package Contents” on page 14◆ “Overview of Installation Tasks” on page 15Packag

Chapter 2 | Installation OverviewOverview of Installation Tasks– 15 –Overview of Installation TasksFollow these tasks to install the wireless cont

Chapter 2 | Installation OverviewOverview of Installation Tasks– 16 –Power OnGround the wireless controller, then power on. Go to the chapter “Pow

Chapter 2 | Installation OverviewOverview of Installation Tasks– 17 –Make Initial Configuration ChangesAt this point you may need to make a few ba

Chapter 2 | Installation OverviewOverview of Installation Tasks– 18 –Figure 7: Making a Connection to an RJ-45 PortConnect Category 5, 5e, 6 or b

– 19 –3 Wireless Controller ChassisThe wireless controller is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Before continuing with

Chapter 3 | Wireless Controller ChassisHow to Install the Unit in a Rack– 20 –How to Install the Unit in a RackWhen rack mounting the wireless con

Chapter 3 | Wireless Controller ChassisHow to Install the Unit in a Rack– 21 –Figure 8: Attaching the Brackets2. Following your rack plan, mark t

Installation GuideEWS4502 Wireless Access Controllerwith 2 1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Ports,E062013-CS-R01149100000238A

Chapter 3 | Wireless Controller ChassisUnit Cooling Requirements– 22 –5. If installing a single wireless controller only, go to “Power and Groundi

– 23 –4 Power and GroundingThis chapter focuses on the wireless controller power and how to power-on the unit. Connecting the wireless controller to

Chapter 4 | Power and GroundingGrounding the Chassis– 24 –Grounding the ChassisThe wireless controller chassis must be connected to ground to ensu

Chapter 4 | Power and GroundingHow to Connect to AC Power– 25 –4. Check the indicators on the wireless controller as the unit is powered on to ver

Chapter 4 | Power and GroundingHow to Connect to AC Power– 26 –

– 27 –5 Port ConnectionsThis chapter focuses on making connections to the wireless controller’s network interfaces, including details on network cab

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsCable Labeling and Connection Records– 28 –Cable Labeling and Connection RecordsWhen planning a network installation,

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsUnderstanding the Port Status LEDs– 29 –Understanding the Port Status LEDsThe wireless controller includes LED indicat

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsHow to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports– 30 –How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper PortsThe RJ-45 ports on the wir

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsHow to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports– 31 –10/100BASE-TX PinAssignmentsAll 100BASE-TX RJ-45 ports support automa

– 5 –How to use This GuideThis guide includes detailed information on the wireless controller hardware, including network ports, power, and cabling

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsHow to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports– 32 –1000BASE-T Cable RequirementsAll Category 5 UTP cables that are used

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsHow to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports– 33 –2. Attach the other end to an available port on the wireless controll

Chapter 5 | Port ConnectionsHow to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports– 34 –

– 35 –6Wireless Controller ManagementThe wireless controller includes a management agent that allows you to configure or monitor the device using it

Chapter 6 | Wireless Controller ManagementHow to Connect to the Console Port– 36 –How to Connect to the Console Port The RJ-45 Console port on the

Chapter 6 | Wireless Controller ManagementHow to Connect to the Console Port– 37 –The serial port’s configuration requirements are as follows:◆ De

– 38 –A TroubleshootingDiagnosing LED IndicatorsSystem Self-Diagnostic Test FailureIf the Pwr/Sys LED indicates a failure of the system power-on-sel

Appendix A | TroubleshootingPower and Cooling Problems– 39 –Power and Cooling ProblemsIf the power indicator does not turn on when the power cord

– 40 –IndexNumerics10/100 PIN assignments 311000BASE-T PIN assignments 31Aairflow requirements 19Bbrackets, attaching 21buffer size 13Ccab

EWS4502E062013-CS-R01149100000238ADeclaration of Conformity (DoC) can be obtained from www.edge-core.com -> support -> download -> declaratio

How to Use This Guide– 6 –◆ Chapter 5 - Port Connections — Includes information on network interfaces and cabling specifications.◆ Chapter 6 - Wirel

– 7 –ContentsWarranty and Product Registration 4How to use This Guide 5Contents 7Figures 9Tables 101 Wireless Controller Overview 11Introduction

Contents – 8 –Understanding the Port Status LEDs 29How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports 30Copper Cabling Guidelines 3010/100BASE-TX Pin As

– 9 –FiguresFigure 1: Front Panel 11Figure 2: Rear Panel 12Figure 3: Installing the Wireless Controller in a Rack 15Figure 4: Connecting AC Power

– 10 –TablesTable 1: Key Technical Specifications 13Table 2: AC Power Supply Specifications 23Table 3: Port Status LEDs 29Table 4: Maximum Twiste

– 11 –1 Wireless Controller OverviewThis chapter includes these sections:◆ “Introduction to the EWS4502 Wireless Access Controller” on page 11◆ “Key