Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter Table 7-4 Advanced Client Adapter Status (continued) Status Description Current Signal Strength The signal strength for all received packets. The higher the value, the stronger the signal. Range: 0 to 100% or 0 to –100 dBm Current Signal Quality The signal quality for all received packets. The higher the value, the clearer the signal.
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter Table 7-4 Advanced Client Adapter Status (continued) Status Description Frequency The radio frequency that your client adapter is currently using for communications. This field displays Scanning while the client adapter searches for a frequency.
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter ADU enables you to view statistics that indicate how data is being received and transmitted by your client adapter. To view your client adapter’s statistics, open ADU and click the Diagnostics tab. The Cisco Aironet Desktop Utility (Diagnostics) window appears (see Figure 7-4).
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter Table 7-5 describes each statistic that is displayed for your client adapter. Table 7-5 Basic Client Adapter Statistics Statistic Description Transmit Statistics Multicast Packets The number of multicast packets that were transmitted. Broadcast Packets The number of broadcast packets that were transmitted. Unicast Packets The number of unicast packets that were transmitted successfully.
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter Table 7-6 interprets each element of the Advanced Statistics window. Table 7-6 Advanced Client Adapter Statistics Status Description Transmit Statistics Frames Transmitted OK The number of frames that were transmitted successfully. Frames Retried The number of frames that were retried. Frames Dropped The number of frames that were dropped because of errors or collisions.
Chapter 7 Viewing Status and Statistics Viewing Statistics for Your Client Adapter Table 7-6 Advanced Client Adapter Statistics (continued) Status Description Authentication Time-Out The number of times the client adapter tried to authenticate to an access point but was unable to because the access point did not respond fast enough (timed out). Authentication Rejects The number of times the client adapter tried to authenticate to an access point but was rejected.
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C H A P T E R 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) This chapter explains how to use the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) to access status information about your client adapter and perform basic tasks. The following topics are covered in this chapter: • Overview of ASTU, page 8-2 • The ASTU Icon, page 8-2 • Tool Tip Window, page 8-3 • Pop-Up Menu, page 8-5 Cisco Aironet 802.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Overview of ASTU Overview of ASTU ASTU is an optional application that provides a small subset of the features available through ADU. Specifically, it enables you to access status information about your client adapter and perform basic tasks. ASTU is accessible from an icon in the Windows system tray, making it easily accessible and convenient to use.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Tool Tip Window Table 8-1 Icon Interpreting the ASTU Icon (continued) Description A yellow icon indicates that the client adapter is associated to an access point (in infrastructure mode) or another client (in ad hoc mode), the user is authenticated if the client adapter is configured for EAP authentication, and the signal strength is fair.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Tool Tip Window Table 8-2 Tool Tip Window Elements (continued) Status Element Description Connection status The operational mode of your client adapter.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Table 8-2 Tool Tip Window Elements (continued) Status Element Description Link quality The client adapter's signal strength for all received packets. Value: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, or No Link Link speed and 802.11 mode The rate at which your client adapter is currently transmitting data packets and the 802.11 mode that your client adapter is currently using for communications. Link speed value:1, 2, 5.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Exit This option closes ADU and ASTU. Note To reactivate ADU, double-click the Aironet Desktop Utility icon on your computer desktop. To reactivate ASTU, choose the Enable Tray Icon option from the ADU Action drop-down menu. Open Aironet Desktop Utility This option activates ADU.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu This window enables you to determine when ADU and ASTU run and to choose the options that appear on the ASTU pop-up menu. Follow these steps to make your selections. Step 1 If you want ASTU to run automatically when Windows starts, make sure the Run the program automatically when Windows starts check box is checked. Otherwise, uncheck this check box.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Manual Login This option enables you to manually invoke the authentication process for a profile that is configured to use a manually prompted LEAP or EAP-FAST username and password. When you choose this option, the Enter Wireless Network Password window appears. Enter your LEAP or EAP-FAST credentials and click OK. The LEAP or EAP-FAST Authentication Status window appears, and the authentication process begins.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Note • Login scripts are not reliable if you use auto profile selection with LEAP or EAP-FAST. If you authenticate and achieve full network connectivity before or at the same time as you log into the computer, the login scripts will run. However, if you authenticate and achieve full network connectivity after you log into the computer, the login scripts will not run.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Table 8-3 Connection Status Window Elements Status Element Description Active Profile The network configuration (or profile) that your client adapter is currently using. Auto Profile Selection Indicates whether your client adapter is using auto profile selection. Value: Connection Status Enabled or Disabled The operational mode of your client adapter.
Chapter 8 Using the Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) Pop-Up Menu Table 8-3 Connection Status Window Elements (continued) Status Element Description Link Quality The client adapter’s signal strength for all received packets. Value: SSID The name of the network to which your client adapter is currently associated. Note Access Point Name 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, or 54 Mbps The rate at which your client adapter is currently transmitting data packets.
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C H A P T E R 9 Routine Procedures This chapter provides procedures for common tasks related to the client adapter. The following topics are covered in this chapter: • Removing a Client Adapter, page 9-2 • Client Adapter Software Procedures, page 9-3 • Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio, page 9-11 Cisco Aironet 802.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Removing a Client Adapter Removing a Client Adapter Follow the instructions in this section to remove a PC-Cardbus card or PCI card from a computing device, when necessary. Caution These procedures and the physical connections they describe apply generally to conventional Cardbus slots and PCI expansion slots. In cases of custom or nonconventional equipment, be alert to possible differences in Cardbus slot and PCI expansion slot configurations.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures This section provides instructions for the following procedures: • Upgrading the client adapter software, page 9-3 • Manually installing or upgrading the client adapter driver, page 9-6 • Uninstalling the client adapter software, page 9-6 • ADU procedures, page 9-7 • ASTU procedures, page 9-11 Upgrading the Client Adapter Software Follow these steps to upgrade your Cisco Aironet CB21AG or PI21AG cl
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Figure 9-1 Preparing Setup Window Figure 9-2 Previous Installation Detected Window Cisco Aironet 802.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Step 4 Choose Update the previous installation and click Next. Step 5 When a message appears indicating that you are required to restart your computer at the end of the installation process, click Yes. Note If you click No, you are asked to confirm your decision. If you proceed, the installation process terminates. The Setup Status window appears (see Figure 9-3).
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Manually Installing or Upgrading the Client Adapter Driver If you installed or upgraded the client adapter software without the client adapter inserted into your computer, the driver installation is incomplete. Follow these steps to manually install or upgrade the client adapter driver. Step 1 Insert the client adapter into your computer.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Step 1 Make sure the client adapter is inserted into your computer. If your client adapter is not inserted, the driver cannot be uninstalled. Note Step 2 Use Windows Explorer to find the Install Wizard file. If you do not have the Install Wizard’s setup.exe file, you can access the client adapter software by clicking Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs > Cisco Aironet Installation Program > Remove.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Opening ADU To open ADU, perform one of the following: • Double-click the Aironet Desktop Utility icon on your desktop. • Choose Aironet Desktop Utility from the folder in the Windows Start Menu that you chose during installation (the default location is Start > Programs > Cisco Aironet > Aironet Desktop Utility). • Right-click the ASTU icon in the Windows system tray and choose Open Aironet Desktop Utility.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Finding the Version of ADU and Other Software Components Follow these steps to find the current version of ADU and other software components. Step 1 Open ADU. Step 2 Choose the About Aironet Desktop Utility option from the Help drop-down menu. The About window appears (see Figure 9-5). Figure 9-5 About Window Table 9-1 lists and describes the software components shown in the About window.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Client Adapter Software Procedures Viewing Client Adapter Information To view information about your client adapter, open ADU. Click the Diagnostics tab and Adapter Information. The Adapter Information window appears (see Figure 9-6). Figure 9-6 Adapter Information Window Table 9-2 interprets each element of the Adapter Information window. Table 9-2 Adapter Information Status Description Card Name A description of your client adapter.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio ASTU Procedures Refer to Chapter 8 for instructions on using ASTU. Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio Your client adapter’s radio can be enabled or disabled. Disabling the radio prevents the adapter from transmitting RF energy. You might want to disable the client adapter’s radio in the following situations: • You are not transmitting data and want to conserve battery power.
Chapter 9 Routine Procedures Enabling or Disabling Your Client Adapter’s Radio Cisco Aironet 802.
C H A P T E R 10 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information for diagnosing and correcting common problems that may occur when you install and operate the client adapter. The following topics are covered in this chapter: • Accessing the Latest Troubleshooting Information, page 10-2 • Interpreting the Indicator LEDs, page 10-2 • Troubleshooting the Client Adapter, page 10-3 • Error Messages, page 10-12 Cisco Aironet 802.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Accessing the Latest Troubleshooting Information Accessing the Latest Troubleshooting Information This chapter provides basic troubleshooting tips for your client adapter. For more up-to-date and detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the TAC web site. To access this site, go to Cisco.com, click Technical Support > Product Support > Wireless. Then choose your product and click Troubleshooting to find information on the problem you are experiencing.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Troubleshooting the Client Adapter This section provides troubleshooting tips should you encounter problems with your client adapter. Use Table 10-2 to quickly find specific troubleshooting information. Table 10-2 Troubleshooting Information Troubleshooting Information Page Number Using the troubleshooting utility 10-3 Disabling the Microsoft Wireless Configuration 10-8 Manager Disabling the Microsoft 802.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Diagnosing Your Client Adapter’s Operation Step 1 Perform one of the following to activate the troubleshooting utility: • Open ADU; choose Troubleshooting from the Action drop-down menu. • Open ADU; click the Diagnostics tab and Troubleshooting. • Right-click the ASTU icon; choose Troubleshooting from the pop-up menu. The Cisco Aironet Troubleshooting Utility window appears (see Figure 10-1).
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Step 2 Click Run Test. The utility performs the following series of seven tests to check the operation of your client adapter and to identify specific problems if they exist: 1. Driver installation test 2. Card insertion test 3. Card enable test 4. Radio test 5. Association test 6. Authentication test 7. Network test The utility runs and then displays the results for each test (see Figure 10-2).
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Step 3 To view more detailed information, click View Report. A report appears that provides more detailed results for your client adapter (see Figure 10-3). Figure 10-3 Note Step 4 Troubleshooting Utility Window (Detailed Report) The report contains valuable information that, if necessary, could be used by your system administrator or TAC to analyze any problems.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Saving the Detailed Report to a Text File Follow the steps below to save the detailed troubleshooting report to your computer’s hard drive. Step 1 Click Save Report. The Save Report window appears (see Figure 10-4). Figure 10-4 Save Report Window Step 2 Enter a name for the detailed report in the File name field. The report is saved as a *.txt file.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Disabling the Microsoft Wireless Configuration Manager (Windows XP Only) If any conflicts arise between ADU and the Microsoft Wireless Configuration Manager on a computer running Windows XP, follow these steps to disable the Microsoft configuration manager. Note Disabling the Microsoft Wireless Configuration Manager on Windows XP also disables the Microsoft 802.1X supplicant.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Resolving Resource Conflicts If you encounter problems while installing your client adapter on a computer running a Windows operating system, you may need to specify a different interrupt request (IRQ) or I/O range for the adapter. The default IRQ for the client adapter is IRQ 10, which may not work for all systems. Follow the steps for your specific operating system to obtain an available IRQ.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Resolving Resource Conflicts in Windows XP Note These instructions assume you are using the Windows XP classic view, not the category view. Step 1 Double-click My Computer, Control Panel, and System. Step 2 Click the Hardware tab and Device Manager. Step 3 Under Network Adapters, double-click the Cisco Systems Wireless LAN Adapter. Step 4 In the General window, the Device Status field indicates if a resource problem exists.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Client Adapter Problems Connecting to the Network After you have installed the appropriate driver and client utilities, contact your IS department if you have a problem connecting to the network. Proxy server, network protocols, and further authentication information might be needed to connect to the network. Note When using release 3.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Messages This section provides a list of error messages that may appear during the installation, configuration, or use of your client adapter. The messages are listed in alphabetical order within each section, and an explanation as well as a recommended user action are provided for each message. Error Message ADU can hold only 16 profiles. To add another profile, either delete an existing profile or modify an existing profile.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Authentication failed because server rejected username or password. Explanation The domain logon failed because your username or password is invalid. Recommended Action Re-enter your username and password on the Define PEAP (EAP-GTC) Configuration window or the Define PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Configuration window and save your settings. Then try again to authenticate. Error Message Authentication failed due to invalid client attributes (e.g.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Cannot load oemres.dll. Explanation The oemres.dll file cannot be installed. Recommended Action Uninstall the current client adapter software; then install the latest release. Error Message Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g wireless adapter software update can’t proceed. Please insert the adapter in the system and try again. Explanation You attempted to upgrade your client adapter’s software when the adapter was not inserted into your computer.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Failed to initialize supplicant. This error may be due to the absence of a valid machine certificate or the incomplete configuration of profiles. Explanation The domain logon failed because the EAP supplicant could not be initialized. Recommended Action Verify that a valid machine certificate has been loaded onto your computer and that your client adapter’s current profile has been configured properly. Error Message Failed to open PAC stores.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message No user certificates were found on your computer. Machine certificates will be used for Domain Logon if “Use Machine Information For Domain Logon” check box is checked. Explanation You chose the EAP-TLS option on the Profile Management (Security) window, but no user certificates were found on your computer.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message The configuration name you entered is already being used. Enter a unique name. Explanation While creating a new profile, you entered a profile name on the Profile Management (General) window that already exists. Recommended Action Enter a new profile name. Error Message The current EAP-FAST profile does not have a PAC or the configured PAC does not match the authentication server.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message The entered password was incorrect. Please try again. Explanation You incorrectly entered the PAC file password. Recommended Action Carefully re-enter the PAC file password. Error Message The imported PAC already exists on your local machine. Do you want to update it anyway? Explanation You tried to import a PAC file with the same PAC ID as a previously imported PAC file.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message The profile will be disabled until you select the Reauthentication option, Windows restarts, or the card is ejected and reinserted. Are you sure? Explanation The username and password for your current profile have expired or are no longer valid. When the Enter Network Password window appeared, prompting you to enter your new username and password, you chose Cancel. The profile was disabled to prevent accidental authentication attempts in the future.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Unable to authenticate wireless user. Please make sure you have entered the right user name and password and try again. If you are using an old PAC with this profile and have not logged on to the network for a long period of time, you may also want to make sure the PAC you are using is not expired by either import a new PAC manually or delete the old PAC if auto provisioning is enabled.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message WEP Key x must be y characters long. Please enter z more characters. Explanation You entered an incomplete static WEP key on the Define Pre-Shared Keys window and clicked OK. Recommended Action Re-enter the static WEP key, making sure to enter the correct number of characters and click OK. Error Message ‘x’ is not a hexadecimal character. Explanation The character you entered on the Define Pre-Shared Keys window is not a hexadecimal character.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message You chose not to copy your private PAC. If you experience wireless connection problems during Windows domain logon or logged off stage, you must reconfigure the profile to use a global PAC. Explanation When you were prompted to copy your PAC to the global store so that it will be available when you are not logged on, you clicked No. Recommended Action The profile will use the private PAC for authentication.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message You must define a certificate to use EAP-TLS. Click Configure to select a certificate. Explanation You chose the EAP-TLS option on the Profile Management (Security) window and clicked OK without selecting a certificate. Recommended Action Click Configure and select a certificate on the Define Certificate window. Error Message You must enter a valid login name to use EAP-TLS. Click Configure to enter a login name.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Your security setting is invalid for an Ad Hoc network. If you want, security will be disabled for you. You can also configure security to Pre-shared keys. Do you want to disable security? Explanation Pre-Shared Key (Static WEP) is the only valid security option for an ad hoc network. You chose Ad Hoc for Network Type on the Profile Management (Advanced) window when a security option other than static WEP was already selected.
A P P E N D I X A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters. The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Physical Specifications, page A-26 • Radio Specifications, page A-27 • Power Specifications, page A-30 • Safety and Regulatory Compliance Specifications, page A-30 Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Table A-1 lists the technical specifications for the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters. Table A-1 Technical Specifications for CB21AG and PI21AG Client Adapters Physical Specifications Size PC-Cardbus card 4.5 in. L x 2.1 in. W x 0.2 in. H (11.3 cm L x 5.4 cm W x 0.5 cm H) PCI card Standard PCI card 4.7 in. L x 0.7 in. W x 4.8 in. H (12 cm L x 1.8 cm W x 12.1 cm H) Low-profile PCI card 4.7 in. L x 0.7 in. W x 3.1 in. H (12 cm L x 1.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Table A-1 Technical Specifications for CB21AG and PI21AG Client Adapters (continued) Radio Specifications Type 802.11a Orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) 802.11b/g Direct-sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) and orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) Power output Note Refer to Appendix D for limitations on radiated power (EIRP) levels in the European community and other countries. 802.
Appendix A Table A-1 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications for CB21AG and PI21AG Client Adapters (continued) Receiver sensitivity 802.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Table A-1 Technical Specifications for CB21AG and PI21AG Client Adapters (continued) Receiver delay spread (multipath) 802.11a/g 400 ns @ 6 Mbps 250 ns @ 9 and 12 Mbps 220 ns @ 18 Mbps 160 ns @ 24 Mbps 100 ns @ 36 Mbps 90 ns @ 48 Mbps 70 ns @ 54 Mbps 802.11b 350 ns @ 1 Mbps 300 ns @ 2 Mbps 200 ns @ 5.5 Mbps 130 ns @ 11 Mbps Range 802.11a Indoor (typical) 500 ft (152 m) @ 6 Mbps 400 ft (122 m) @ 18 Mbps 90 ft (27 m) @ 54 Mbps Note 802.
Appendix A Table A-1 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications for CB21AG and PI21AG Client Adapters (continued) Power Specifications Operational voltage 3.3 V (± 0.3 V) Receive current steady state 802.11a 318 mA maximum 802.11b 327 mA maximum 802.11g 282 mA maximum Transmit current steady state 802.11a 554 mA maximum 802.11b 539 mA maximum 802.
A P P E N D I X B Translated Safety Warnings This appendix provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in this publication. The second warning pertains to the PI21AG client adapter, and the third warning pertains to the CB21AG client adapter. The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Explosive Device Proximity Warning, page B-32 • Antenna Installation Warning, page B-33 • Warning for Laptop Users, page B-34 Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix B Translated Safety Warnings Explosive Device Proximity Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning Waarschuwing Varoitus Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use.
Appendix B Translated Safety Warnings Antenna Installation Warning Antenna Installation Warning Warning Waarschuwing Varoitus In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Om te voldoen aan de FCC radiofrequentie (RF) blootstellingslimieten dienen antennes zich minstens 20 cm of meer van de lichamen van alle personen bevinden.
Appendix B Translated Safety Warnings Warning for Laptop Users Warning for Laptop Users Warning This device has been tested and complies with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in typical laptop computer configurations and this device can be used in desktop or laptop computers with side mounted PC Card slots that can provide at least 0.394 in (1 cm) separation distance from the antenna to the body of the user or a nearby person.
Appendix B Translated Safety Warnings Warning for Laptop Users Warnung Dieses Gerät wurde getestet und entspricht den durch die FCC-Richtlinien festgelegten Grenzwerten für Hochfrequenzstrahlung (SAR) für reguläre Laptop-Computerkonfigurationen. Es kann für Desktop- oder Laptop-Computer mit seitlichem PC-Kartensteckplatz genutzt werden, wobei der Abstand der Antenne vom Benutzer oder anderen in der Nähe befindlichen Personen mindestens 1 cm betragen muss.
Appendix B Translated Safety Warnings Warning for Laptop Users Varning! Den här enheten har testats och följer FCC-gränserna för radiofrekvensexponering (SAR) i vanliga konfigurationer för bärbara datorer. Den kan användas i stationära eller bärbara datorer med sidmonterade PC-kortöppningar som kan tillhandahålla minst 1 cm med separationsavstånd mellan antennen och användarens kropp eller annan person i närheten.
A P P E N D I X C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This appendix provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters.
Appendix C Manufacturer’s Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Manufacturer’s Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Models: AIR-CB21AG-A-K9, AIR-PI21AG-A-K9 FCC Certification Number: Manufacturer: LDK102050 (CB21AG) LDK102051 (PI21AG) Cisco Systems, Inc.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Department of Communications – Canada Department of Communications – Canada Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. This device complies with Class B Limits of Industry Canada.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Nederlands: Deze apparatuur voldoet aan de belangrijkste eisen en andere voorzieningen van richtlijn 1999/5/EC. Norsk: Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i EU-directiv 1999/5/EC. Português: Este equipamento satisfaz os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões da Directiva 1999/5/EC.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Declaration of Conformity Statement Cisco Aironet CB21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapter Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Cisco Aironet PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapter Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters in Taiwan. The rules are provided in both Chinese and English. 2.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Brazil/Anatel Approval 5-GHz Client Adapters 117711 Chinese Translation English Translation This equipment is limited for indoor use. Brazil/Anatel Approval The following approval marks apply to the Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG Wireless LAN Client Adapters. AIR-CB21AG-W-K9 Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix C Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Brazil/Anatel Approval AIR-PI21AG-W-K9 Cisco Aironet 802.
A P P E N D I X D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains This appendix lists the IEEE 802.11a, b, and g channels supported by the world's regulatory domains as well as the maximum power levels and antenna gains allowed per data rate. The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Channels, page D-48 • Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains, page D-50 Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains Channels Channels IEEE 802.11a The channel identifiers, channel center frequencies, and regulatory domains of each IEEE 802.11a 20-MHz-wide channel are shown in Table D-1. Table D-1 Channels for IEEE 802.
Appendix D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains Channels Note All channel sets are restricted to indoor usage except America (-A), which allows for indoor and outdoor use on channels 52 through 161 in the United States. Note The Japan (-J) channels apply only to AIR-CB21AG-J-K9 and AIR-PI21AG-J-K9 client adapters, and the Japan (-P) channels apply only to AIR-CB21AG-P-K9 and AIR-PI21AG-P-K9 client adapters. IEEE 802.
Appendix D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains IEEE 802.11a An improper combination of power level and antenna gain can result in equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) above the amount allowed per regulatory domain. Table D-3 indicates the maximum EIRP allowed for each data rate in the IEEE 802.11a regulatory domains. Table D-3 Maximum EIRP for IEEE 802.
Appendix D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains IEEE 802.11g An improper combination of power level and antenna gain can result in equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) above the amount allowed per regulatory domain. Table D-5 indicates the maximum EIRP allowed for each data rate in the IEEE 802.11g regulatory domains. Table D-5 Maximum EIRP for IEEE 802.
Appendix D Channels, Power Levels, and Antenna Gains Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains Cisco Aironet 802.
A P P E N D I X E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System This appendix explains how to configure and use the client adapter with Windows XP. The following topics are covered in this appendix: • Overview, page E-54 • Configuring the Client Adapter, page E-57 • Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP, page E-70 • Viewing the Current Status of Your Client Adapter, page E-70 Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Overview Overview This appendix provides instructions for minimally configuring the client adapter through the Microsoft Wireless Configuration Manager in Windows XP (instead of through ADU) as well as for enabling the security options that are available for use with this operating system.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Overview EAP (with Dynamic WEP Keys) The standard for wireless LAN security, as defined by IEEE, is called 802.1X for 802.11, or simply 802.1X. An access point that supports 802.1X and its protocol, Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP), acts as the interface between a wireless client and an authentication server, such as a RADIUS server, to which the access point communicates over the wired network. Two 802.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Overview When you enable EAP on your access point and configure your client adapter for EAP-TLS or PEAP using Windows XP, authentication to the network occurs in the following sequence: 1. The client adapter associates to an access point and begins the authentication process. Note Note The client does not gain full access to the network until authentication between the client and the RADIUS server is successful. 2.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Configuring the Client Adapter Follow the steps below to configure your client adapter using Windows XP. Note These instructions assume you are using the Windows XP classic view rather than the category view. Otherwise, the windows you see will look different than those shown in this section.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Figure E-1 Wireless Network Connection Properties Window (Wireless Networks Tab) Step 6 Make sure that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is checked. Step 7 Choose the SSID of the access point to which you want the client adapter to associate from the list of available networks and click Configure.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter The Wireless Network Properties window appears (see Figure E-2). Figure E-2 Step 8 Step 9 Wireless Network Properties Window (Association Tab) Perform one of the following: • If you chose an SSID from the list of available networks, make sure the SSID appears in the Network name (SSID) field.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 10 Step 11 Choose one of the following options from the Network Authentication drop-down list: • Open—Enables your client adapter, regardless of its WEP settings, to authenticate and attempt to communicate with an access point. However, communication can occur only if the adapter’s WEP key matches that of the access point.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 12 Follow the steps below to enter a static WEP key if you are planning to use static WEP. If you are planning to use EAP-TLS or PEAP authentication, which uses dynamic WEP, go to Step 13. Note a. Make sure the The key is provided for me automatically check box is unchecked. b.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 15 Perform one of the following if you are planning to use EAP authentication: • If you are planning to use EAP-TLS authentication, follow the instructions in the “Enabling EAP-TLS Authentication” section on page E-62. • If you are planning to use PEAP authentication, follow the instructions in the “Enabling PEAP Authentication” section on page E-65.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 2 Check the Enable IEEE 802.1x authentication for this network check box if you did not enable WPA on the Association window. Step 3 For EAP type, choose Smart Card or other Certificate. Step 4 Click Properties. The Smart Card or other Certificate Properties window appears (see Figure E-4).
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 8 Step 9 If you want to specify the name of the server to connect to, check the Connect to these servers check box and enter the server name in the field below. Note If you enter a server name and the client adapter connects to a server that does not match the name you entered, you are prompted to accept or cancel the connection during the authentication process.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Enabling PEAP Authentication Follow the steps below to prepare the client adapter to use PEAP authentication, provided you have completed the initial configuration. Step 1 Click the Authentication tab on the Wireless Network Properties window. The following window appears (see Figure E-5). Figure E-5 Wireless Network Properties Window (Authentication Tab) Step 2 Check the Enable IEEE 802.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 4 Perform one of the following: • If you chose Protected EAP (PEAP), follow the instructions in the “Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)” section below. • If you chose PEAP, follow the instructions in the “Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC)” section on page E-68. Enabling PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) Follow the steps below to enable PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2). Step 1 Click Properties.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 3 If you want to specify the name of the server to connect to, check the Connect to these servers check box and enter the appropriate server name in the field below. Note If you enter a server name and the client adapter connects to a server that does not match the name you entered, you are prompted to accept or cancel the connection during the authentication process.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Enabling PEAP (EAP-GTC) Follow the steps below to enable PEAP (EAP-GTC). Step 1 Click Properties. The PEAP Properties window appears (see Figure E-8). Figure E-8 PEAP Properties Window Step 2 Check the Validate server certificate check box if server certificate validation is required (recommended).
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Configuring the Client Adapter Step 5 Check the Connect only if server is signed by specified trusted root CA check box if you want to ensure that the certificate server uses the trusted root certificate specified in the field above. This prevents the client from establishing connections to rogue access points. Step 6 Currently Generic Token Card is the only second phase EAP type available. Click Properties.
Appendix E Configuring the Client Adapter through the Windows XP Operating System Associating to an Access Point Using Windows XP Step 9 Click OK in each window to save your settings. The configuration is complete. Step 10 Refer to Chapter 6 of the Cisco Aironet 340, 350, and CB20A Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows (OL-1394-07 or later) for instructions on authenticating using PEAP (EAP-GTC).
A P P E N D I X F Performing a Site Survey This appendix explains how the site survey utility can be used when conducting a site survey.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Overview Overview Note This appendix applies only to people who are responsible for conducting a site survey to determine the best placement of infrastructure devices within a wireless network. The site survey utility can assist you in conducting a site survey. The utility operates at the RF level and is used to determine the best placement and coverage (overlap) for your network’s infrastructure devices.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Opening the Site Survey Utility Opening the Site Survey Utility To open the site survey utility, choose Start > Programs > Cisco Aironet > Aironet Site Survey Utility. Note If you specified a different program folder during installation, you must access the site survey utility from that folder.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Associated AP Status Tab Follow these steps to select the desired client adapter. Step 1 If you want to be able to choose client adapters that are installed but not physically present in your computer, check the List installed devices even if not present in system check box. Step 2 From the Select a Network Adapter list, select the client adapter that you want to use with the site survey utility.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Associated AP Status Tab Viewing the Access Point’s Status The Associated AP Status tab shows the status of the access point to which your client adapter is associated. Figure F-3 shows the tab with display units shown in dBm, and Figure F-4 shows the tab with display units shown as a percentage.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Associated AP Status Tab Table F-1 interprets the information that is displayed on the Associated AP Status tab. Note The trend graphs to the right of the smaller bar graphs provide a graphical representation of activity in the past 10 to 60 seconds. The height of an individual trend graph is proportional to the width of its corresponding bar graph.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Associated AP Status Tab Table F-1 Site Survey Utility - Associated AP Status (continued) Associated AP Status Parameter Description Noise Level The level of background radio frequency energy. The lower the value and the wider the bar graph, the less background noise present. The trend graph to the right of the bar graph provides a visual interpretation of the level of background noise over time.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Table F-1 Site Survey Utility - Associated AP Status (continued) Associated AP Status Parameter Description Signal-to-Noise Ratio The difference between the signal strength and the noise level. The higher the value and the wider the bar graph, the better the client adapter’s ability to communicate with the access point. The trend graph to the right of the bar graph provides a visual interpretation of the signal-to-noise ratio over time.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Viewing the AP Scan List Your client adapter can detect nearby access points by the beacon signals that the access points continually transmit. The AP scan list displays a continuously updated list of the access points detected by your client adapter as well as the information contained in their beacons. To view the AP scan list, click the AP Scan List tab. The AP scan list appears (see Figure F-5).
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Note The AP Scanning drop-down menu contains options that enable you to save and open the AP scan list. These two options are available only when the AP Scan List tab is selected. See the “Using AP Scanning” section on page F-96 for more information. Table F-2 Site Survey Utility - AP Scan List AP Scan List Parameter Description Count The number of rows, or access points, in the scan list.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Table F-2 Site Survey Utility - AP Scan List (continued) AP Scan List Parameter Description Data Encryption Indicates whether the data exchanged with this access point is encrypted. Value: Type Value Description Secure The data exchanged with this access point is encrypted. Open The data exchanged with this access point is unencrypted. The IEEE 802.11 standard that describes the access point’s radio band.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Table F-2 Site Survey Utility - AP Scan List (continued) AP Scan List Parameter Description Other Information A list of miscellaneous values that may appear depending on the access point’s current status and the information that it transmits. Values: See table below. Value Description Ad-Hoc Indicates that the device is not an access point but another client adapter operating in ad hoc mode.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Pausing the AP Scan List The AP scan list is updated continually. To pause the current list, click Pause List Update above the AP scan list. Note AP scanning continues to occur in the background when the Pause List Update button is depressed. For example, the threshold based on the AP scan list count continues to function. Note Clicking this button again resumes the list update.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Note If you also want the AP Detailed Information window to display debugging information, including a hexadecimal debug-style dump of raw access point scan data, choose Options from the site survey utility’s Action drop-down menu and check the Enable Expert Mode for AP Detailed Information check box. The debug information appears at the bottom of the AP Detailed Information window under the “Expert Mode (Debug Dump)” heading.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Table F-3 Site Survey Utility - AP Detailed Information (continued) Detailed Information Parameter Description DSConfig The frequency of the selected channel. Range: 2,412,000 to 2,484,000 kHz (802.11b/g); 5,000,000 to 6,000,000 kHz (802.11a) Name The access point’s name. It is shown only if the access point was configured with a name, Aironet Extensions are enabled (on access points running Cisco IOS Release 12.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Table F-3 Site Survey Utility - AP Detailed Information (continued) Detailed Information Parameter Description Power Limit The power limit that the access point has set for the client adapter. It is shown in milliwatts (mW). RM-Normal RM-APScan RM-CliWlk Indicates that the access point is using radio management. RM-Normal indicates normal status, RM-APScan indicates AP radio scan, and RM-CliWlk indicates client walkabout.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the AP Scan List Tab Figure F-7 Site Survey Utility - AP Scan Log File The log entries are time-stamped and appear in ASCII text. Each line typically represents a different access point. Note If the Accumulate button is depressed when you click Log Snapshot, two timestamps appear on each line. The timestamp in column one of the log file is the time when the log entry is made.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Proximity Beeper Viewing an Accumulation of Access Points Clicking the Accumulate button changes the behavior of the AP scan list. Instead of displaying only the current AP scan list, the list includes all of the access points (based on MAC address) that have appeared in the scan list since the Accumulate button was last clicked.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using the Proximity Beeper Figure F-8 Step 2 Site Survey Utility - Options Window Choose one of these options on which the proximity beeper will be based: Proximity Beeper Option Description Signal Strength The beeper sounds as an access point’s signal becomes stronger. Note Step 3 This is the default value.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Enabling the Proximity Beeper To enable the proximity beeper, choose Enable Proximity Beeper from the Action drop-down menu or press F6. When the beeper is enabled, a check mark appears next to the Enable Proximity Beeper menu option, and PRX appears in the site survey utility’s status bar. Note To disable the proximity beeper, choose the Enable Proximity Beeper menu option again so that the check mark disappears or re-press F6.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Figure F-9 Step 2 Site Survey Utility - Threshold Logging Configuration Window Check the check box for each condition below for which you want to trigger audible alerts, text entries in the threshold log file, or both. You can check as many as you like. Condition Description A change in the client adapter’s association status Triggers audible alerts, log file entries, or both when the client adapter’s association status changes.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Condition Description Signal Strength Triggers audible alerts, log file entries, or both when the Signal Strength value reaches or crosses over the specified threshold value. If you check this check box, be sure to also choose a threshold value. Threshold Value Range: –95 to –45 dBm or 0 to 100% Default: Unchecked; –75 dBm or 40% Noise Level/Signal Quality Note The actual dBm reading could exceed the stated threshold value range.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Step 3 If you want to specify the length of time that the above conditions must exist before triggering audible alerts, log file entries, or both, check the Hysteresis check box and choose a value in seconds. Range: 1 to 10 seconds Default: Checked; 3 seconds Note Step 4 The Hysteresis setting does not apply to the connectivity test. Connectivity is achieved if just one ping response is returned.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Entering a Comment in the Threshold Log File Follow these steps if you want to enter a comment in the threshold log file. Step 1 Choose Add User Comment from the Thresholds drop-down menu. The Add Comments to Log File window appears (see Figure F-10). Figure F-10 Site Survey Utility - Add Comments to Log File Window Step 2 Type one or more lines of text or paste text copied from another application.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using Thresholds Figure F-11 Site Survey Utility - Threshold Log File Window Step 2 Click the X in the upper right-hand corner of the window to close the window. Deleting the Threshold Log File Follow these steps to delete the threshold log file. Step 1 Choose Delete Threshold Log from the Thresholds drop-down menu. Note Step 2 The Delete Threshold Log menu option is disabled if the log file does not exist. Click Yes when asked to confirm your decision.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Using AP Scanning You can perform these functions related to AP scanning: • Configure AP scan logging, F-96 • Enable AP scan logging, F-98 • View the AP scan log, F-98 • Delete the AP scan log, F-100 • Save the AP scan list, F-100 • Open the AP scan list, F-101 Follow the instructions on the pages indicated to perform these functions.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Step 2 Check the check box and select a numerical value for each condition below that you want to cause the contents of the AP scan list to be automatically copied to a log file. You can check one or both. Condition Description Every XXX seconds Causes the contents of the AP scan list to be copied to a log file after a specified amount of time elapses. For example, if you set the value to 60, the AP scan list is logged to a file every 60 seconds.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Enabling AP Scan Logging To enable the site survey utility to automatically copy the contents of the AP scan list to a log file under the conditions specified above, choose Enable AP Scan Logging from the AP Scanning drop-down menu or press F9. When AP scan logging is enabled, a check mark appears next to the Enable AP Scan Logging menu option, and APS appears in the site survey utility’s status bar.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Figure F-13 Site Survey Utility - AP Scan Log File The log entries are time-stamped and appear in ASCII text. Each line typically represents a different access point. Step 2 Note The log file can be viewed in Notepad or any other viewer. However, because it is written in a comma-separated values (CSV) format, it can also be opened by a spreadsheet or database program (such as Microsoft Excel). If the file is renamed with a .
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Deleting the AP Scan Log Follow these steps to delete the AP scan log file. Step 1 Choose Delete AP Scan Log from the AP Scanning drop-down menu. Note Step 2 The Delete AP Scan Log menu option is disabled if the log file does not exist. Click Yes when asked to confirm your decision. Saving the AP Scan List Follow these steps to save the current contents of the AP scan list to a file.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Using AP Scanning Step 3 The default filename (SST_APScanList.apsl) appears in the File name box at the bottom of the window. If desired, type in a new filename. Step 4 Click Save. Opening the AP Scan List Follow these steps to open a saved AP scan list file. Step 1 Choose Open AP Scan List from the AP Scanning drop-down menu. The Open window appears (see Figure F-15). Note The Open AP Scan List option is available only if the AP Scan List tab is selected.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Viewing the Status Bar Viewing the Status Bar The site survey utility’s status bar runs along the bottom of the window (see Figure F-16). Figure F-16 Site Survey Utility - Status Bar It consists of three sections: • A message area • Four indicators • A resize handle Status Messages The left side of the status bar displays status messages from the site survey utility. Table F-4 lists and explains the messages that may appear.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Finding the Version of the Site Survey Utility Indicators The right side of the status bar can show up to four indicators: Note • PRX—The proximity beeper is enabled. • ALR—Threshold alerts are enabled. • LOG—Threshold logging is enabled. • APS—Automatic AP scan list logging is enabled. The indicators do not appear when their corresponding features are disabled.
Appendix F Performing a Site Survey Exiting the Site Survey Utility Exiting the Site Survey Utility To exit the site survey utility, perform one of the following: • Click the X in the top right corner of the main window. • Choose Exit from the Action drop-down menu. Uninstalling the Site Survey Utility Uninstalling the client adapter software also uninstalls the site survey utility. Refer to the “Uninstalling the Client Adapter Software” section on page 9-6 for instructions. Cisco Aironet 802.
A P P E N D I X G Using the Profile Migration Tool This appendix explains how to use the profile migration tool to migrate Cisco Aironet 350 series and CB20A wireless LAN client adapter profiles to profiles that can be used with Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Overview of the Profile Migration Tool Overview of the Profile Migration Tool The profile migration tool is designed to migrate Cisco Aironet 350 series and CB20A wireless LAN client adapter profiles to profiles that can be used with Cisco Aironet CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters. The tool is meant to migrate profiles with minimal modification, but its behavior can be altered by command line options.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Installing the Profile Migration Tool • CB21AG and PI21AG client adapters have a limit of 16 profiles, so the total number of profiles that can be migrated is 16 minus the number of existing CB21AG and PI21AG profiles. If the number of profiles to migrate is greater than the number of profiles that can be migrated, some legacy profiles are not migrated. In this case, the client adapter priority is as follows, unless overridden by command line options: 1.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Running the Profile Migration Tool Running the Profile Migration Tool Follow these steps to run the profile migration tool to migrate your 350 and CB20A profiles to CB21AG/PI21AG profiles. Note The best time to run the profile migration tool is immediately after the Install Wizard has installed the client adapter software.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Command Line Options Command Line Options These command line options can be used to alter the behavior of the profile migration tool. The correct format is PMT -command. Note Leave a space between multiple commands (such as -command -command). • -AllowReRun—Enables the profile migration tool to be run multiple times. When you rerun the tool, it migrates all the existing profiles, even the ones that were already migrated.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Command Line Options • -logfile —Enables you to change the name and location of the log file, which identifies the migrated and unmigrated profiles after you run the profile migration tool. The default name is migrate.log, and its default location is the system drive root (for example, C:). Examples: PMT -logfile logfile.log PMT -logfile C:\Cisco Aironet\migrate.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Uninstalling the Profile Migration Tool Uninstalling the Profile Migration Tool The profile migration tool is uninstalled automatically when the client adapter software is uninstalled. If you want to uninstall only the profile migration tool, find the PMT.exe file in the directory where ADU is installed and delete it. Cisco Aironet 802.
Appendix G Using the Profile Migration Tool Uninstalling the Profile Migration Tool Cisco Aironet 802.
G L O S S A RY 16-QAM Quadrate amplitude modulation. A modulation technique used by IEEE 802.11-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 24 and 36 Mbps. 64-QAM Quadrate amplitude modulation. A modulation technique used by IEEE 802.11-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 48 and 54 Mbps. 802.1X Also called 802.1X for 802.11. 802.1X is the standard for wireless LAN security, as defined by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). An access point that supports 802.
Glossary B bandwidth Specifies the amount of the frequency spectrum that is usable for data transfer. It identifies the maximum data rate that a signal can attain on the medium without encountering significant power loss. BPSK Binary phase shift keying. A modulation technique used by IEEE 802.11-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 1 Mbps. broadcast key rotation A security feature for use with dynamic WEP keys.
Glossary DSSS Direct-sequence spread spectrum. A type of spread spectrum radio transmission that spreads its signal continuously over a wide frequency band. duplicate packets Packets that were received twice because an acknowledgement got lost and the sender retransmitted the packet. E EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol. EAP is the protocol for the optional IEEE 802.1X wireless LAN security feature. An access point that supports 802.
Glossary . I IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. A professional society serving electrical engineers through its publications, conferences, and standards development activities. The body responsible for the Ethernet 802.3 and wireless LAN 802.11 specifications. infrastructure The wired Ethernet network. infrastructure device A device (such as an access point, bridge, or base station) that connects client adapters to a wired LAN.
Glossary P PAC Protected access credentials. Credentials that are either automatically or manually provisioned and used to perform mutual authentication with the RADIUS server during EAP-FAST authentication. PACs are created by the Cisco Secure ACS server and are identified by an ID. The user obtains his or her own copy of the PAC from the server, and the ID links the PAC to the profile created in ADU.
Glossary T TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol. Also referred to as WEP key hashing. A security feature that defends against an attack on WEP in which the intruder uses the initialization vector (IV) in encrypted packets to calculate the WEP key. TKIP removes the predictability that an intruder relies on to determine the WEP key by exploiting IVs. transmit power The power level of radio transmission. U unicast packets Packets transmitted in point-to-point communication.
Glossary W WDS Wireless domain services (WDS). An access point providing WDS on your wireless LAN maintains a cache of credentials for CCKM-capable client devices on your wireless LAN. When a CCKM-capable client roams from one access point to another, the WDS access point forwards the client's credentials to the new access point with the multicast key. Only two packets pass between the client and the new access point, greatly shortening the reassociation time. WEP Wired equivalent privacy.
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I N D EX in ADU Numerics 7-9 in site survey utility 802.11 Authentication Mode parameter 802.11b preamble, status of 7-10 802.11b Preamble parameter 5-9 802.11 mode, in ASTU 5-12 maximum transmit data rate, in site survey utility mismatches 8-5 authentication types defined 7-9 in ASTU 5-15 to 5-19 8-11 in site survey utility 55 5-15, 55 802.1x EAP Type parameter 802.
Index window accessing help 9-10 Add Comments to Log File window (site survey utility) 94 described exiting Add User Comment, site survey utility menu option ad hoc mode, in site survey utility 94 82 5-9 setting wireless mode 59 Tool Tip window using See Aironet Desktop Utility (ADU) setting with EAP-TLS 7-13 setting with LEAP 7-13 7-7 8-6 5-47 5-32 5-51 setting with PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) 7-6, 7-7 setting with static WEP 5-19 AES option, in Windows XP 5-55 5-27 Allow Automatic PAC
Index rotating See Aironet System Tray Utility (ASTU) 3-8 specifications ATIM Window, in site survey utility 29 antenna base, mounting audience of document 3-6 to 3-8 AP detailed information parameters (site survey utility) 84 to 86 AP Detailed Information window (site survey utility) APS, in site survey utility process 83 103 pausing 7-8 78 to 88 for LEAP 100 viewing 98 to 99 enabling restrictions status of 86 to 87 name and location using 97 4-9 8-10 8-8 4-8 4-10 Available In
Index number transmitted broadcast SSIDs channel set, for which client adapter is configured 7-13 Choose Destination Location window (Install Wizard) 3-14 5-4, 58 BSS Aging Interval parameter (Windows Control Panel) 5-64 Cisco Aironet 802.
Index configuring scan list columns Define WPA/WPA2 Pre-Shared Key window 4-5 configuring threshold values in site survey utility connection status 90 to 93 Connection Status window (ASTU) Constantly Awake Mode (CAM) diagnosing client adapter operation 8-9 Diagnostics window 5-8 Contents, site survey utility menu option CRC errors 7-14 CTS frames 7-14 Delete AP Scan Log, site survey utility menu option 10-4 to 10-6 7-12 Disable Radio 103 ADU menu option xiii to xiv 9-11 ASTU menu optio
Index described 56 overview 5-15 to 5-19, 6-2, 55 to 56 restarting 6-16 using EAP-TLS authentication authenticating after profile activation/card insertion/reboot/logon 6-14 6-1 to 6-16 EAP-Cisco Wireless with automatically prompted login 6-7 with saved username and password 6-13 with Windows username and password requirements with automatically prompted login 6-5 authenticating after profile activation/card insertion 6-6 with saved username and password 6-13 with Windows username and
Index described Exit menu option in ADU setting 9-8 in ASTU Export button 5-3 to 5-5 Generic Token Card Properties window - Windows XP 69 8-6, 9-8 in site survey utility 5-2 104 global PACs 4-13 Export Profile window 5-16, 5-41 Group Policy, described 4-13 3-21 Group Policy Delay parameter installing hot fix for F 3-21 to 3-22 setting with EAP-FAST Fast PSP setting with EAP-TLS 5-8 setting with LEAP FCC declaration of conformity statement safety compliance statement for EAP-FAST
Index indicators, in site survey utility information about client adapter infrastructure device, defined authenticating after a reboot/logon 103 9-10 1-2 infrastructure mode, in site survey utility wireless LAN configuration 3-2 to 3-8 1-4 installing 3-9 to 3-20 name with automatically prompted login 6-6 with saved username and password 6-13 with Windows username and password 3-9 to 3-20 107 Install Wizard file described described 5-15 to 5-19 disabling 5-58 enabling 5-29 to 5-33 ov
Index locked profiles Michael MIC, status of 5-14 LOG, in site survey utility microcellular network 103 log file, generating in site survey utility 86 long radio headers status of using 110 10-8 Microsoft hot fix installing 4-10, 8-9 Log Snapshot button, in site survey utility 1-6 Microsoft 802.
Index for EAP-FAST for LEAP rules for storage 5-42, 6-13 types of 5-32, 6-13 note, defined 5-16 PAC stores xiii selecting types of O 5-41 5-41 Pause List Update button, in site survey utility 83 PC-Cardbus card online help for ADU antenna 9-10 for ASTU inserting 103 Open Aironet Desktop Utility, ASTU menu option Open AP Scan List, site survey utility menu option 8-6, 9-8 101 3-2 profiles tied to slot removing 4-7 9-2 antenna 7-8 Open window (site survey utility) operating syste
Index PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) authentication Profile Management (Advanced) window authenticating after profile activation/card insertion/reboot/logon 6-16 Certificate option 5-53 Profile Management (General) window 4-7 Profile Management (Security) window 5-14 Profile Management window described 5-17 to 5-19, 55, 56 disabling 5-58 auto profile selection feature 5-52 to 5-55 creating a new profile 65 to 67 RADIUS servers supported requirements deleting a profile 5-17, 55 5-24 User Name and P
Index configuring Refresh Interval parameter 88 to 89 disabling 90 regulatory enabling 90 domains inverting the tone of using IEEE 802.11a 89 48 IEEE 802.
Index described signal quality for LEAP in ADU 5-30 entering in site survey utility for EAP-FAST for LEAP as a percentage 5-31 in ADU in dBm 10-7 Scan button as a percentage 4-4 Scan Valid Interval parameter (Windows Control Panel) 5-64 seamless roaming in ADU in dB 1-6 guidelines 72 72 performing 71 to 104 site survey utility window (site survey utility) 73 73 Select Network Component Type window Select Network Service window 5-61 About window 103 accessing help 103 Accumu
Index AP scan log viewing 100 threshold log file access point details 95 disabling 83 to 86 an accumulation of access points AP scan logging AP scan log 98 98 to 99 proximity beeper 90 status of access point threshold triggers 93 threshold log file enabling AP scan logging 98 90 threshold triggers 93 compatibility with Cisco Aironet client adapters installing 103 Fit Columns parameter 79 generating AP scan log file indicators 9-3 to 9-11 uninstalling 9-6 to 9-7 9-3 to 9-5 89
Index with open authentication, setting on client and access point 5-22 with shared key authentication, setting on client and access point 5-22 5-38 5-31 selecting options 61 for EAP-FAST 5-15, 54 selecting transmit key for LEAP 5-27 5-38 5-31 using Windows credentials 5-26 for LEAP statistics method of calculation receive 5-30 for LEAP 5-27 in Windows XP size of for LEAP 5-37, 5-38 for EAP-FAST guidelines for entering overview for EAP-FAST manually prompt for static WEP keys in
Index button 10-4 V troubleshooting information, accessing 10-2 View AP Details button, in site survey utility troubleshooting utility saving detailed report to text file using View AP Scan Log, site survey utility menu option 10-7 viewer, name and location 10-3 to 10-7 10-6 initial window 10-4 with test results warning unicast packets number received antenna 2-2, 33 defined xiii to xiv explosive device proximity 7-13 number transmitted laptop users 7-13 client adapter software pr
Index Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) described Wireless Network Properties window (Authentication Tab) - Windows XP 62, 65 5-19 enabling with EAP-FAST enabling with EAP-TLS enabling with LEAP WMM 5-34 See Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) 5-45 workstation 5-29 enabling with PEAP (EAP-GTC) defined 5-48 enabling with PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) in site survey utility 5-52 in wireless infrastructure 1-6 WPA 82 See Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) Windows 2000 disabling Microsoft 802.
Index described 5-19, 56 option in Windows XP 60 Cisco Aironet 802.
