Installation Guide

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Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

Accessing the Console Port and the Reset Button

The access point has a console port and a reset button located on the right side (see Figure 3-1). The

console port is located under a covering plug. The reset button is located under a screw.

Figure 3-1 Console Port and Reset Button Location

Resetting the Access Point

Using the Reset button you can:

• Reset the AP to the default factory-shipped configuration.

• Clear the AP internal storage, including all configuration files.

To access the Reset button:

Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the reset button screw.

Ensure that your do not to lose the screw and the rubber gasket.

Step 2 To press the Reset button, use a straightened paper-clip or a small screwdriver or a pen. See the section

following this procedure for information on using the Reset button.

Strictly follow this procedure after you have finished using the Reset button.

Step 3 Inspect the gasket. If the gasket has any signs of damage, it should be replaced to avoid water leakage

into the unit.

1 Console Port (uncovered).

Use a large Phillips or Flat Blade screw driver to remove

the covering plug of the port. Do not discard plug and

rubber seal unless you are certain that the port will not

have to be re-plugged.

Inspect the seal of the plug and properly tighten it every

time the plug is removed and replaced. Tighten the plug

to 15 lbf-in.

2 Reset Button (uncovered).

The reset button is recessed in a small hole that is sealed

with a screw and a rubber gasket. For information on how

to use the reset button, see the “Resetting the Access

Point” section on page 3-4.