Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide

Installation Option

The Cisco Aironet 1552 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point for Hazardous Locations are installed using the optional Pole Mount installation kit, which is used for pole or wall installations

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030

Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

Caution To provide inline PoE, you must use the power injector (AIR- PWRINJ1500-2=) specified for the access point. Other power injectors, PoE switches, and 802.3af power sources do not provide adequate power, which might cause the access point to malfunction and cause over-current conditions at the power source. You must ensure that the switch port connected to the access point has PoE turned off.

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Caution The power injector is not intended to be installed in a hazardous locations environment. If a PoE injector is required, it must be located in a non-hazardous locations environment.

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Refer to these sections for installation details:

• Access Point Mounting Orientation
• Mounting the Access Point on a Wall
• Mounting the Access Point on a Pole

Access Point Mounting Orientation

When mounting an access point on a horizontal or vertical surface, you must ensure that the access point is oriented with the LED indicators pointing down (see Chapter 2, “Pole Mount Installation”. This positioning allows the LEDs to be visible to someone on the ground below the access point.

You must also ensure the access point is mounted with the hinged access cover facing out.

Note Omnidirectional antennas are vertically polarized and should be mounted vertically.

Mounting the Access Point on a Wall

The optional pole mount kit contains a mounting bracket for wall mounting. You can use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation. You then install the mounting plate, and attach the access point when you are ready. Table 3-1 lists the material that you will need to provide in addition to the pole mount kit.

Caution The mounting surface, attaching screws, and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb
(22.7 kg) static weight.

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The mounting bracket can be used as a template to mark the screw hole locations, or you can refer to the following diagram:

Note BCD is Bolt Circle Diameter.

To mount the access point on a vertical wall, follow these instructions:

Step 1 Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark four screw hole locations on your mounting surface. See Figure 3-1 for the mounting bracket screw hole locations. You can optionally use the individual mounting holes or the mounting slots.

Figure 3-1 Mounting Bracket for Wall Mounting

Step 2 Use four customer-supplied screws and optional screw anchors to attach the mounting plate to the mounting surface.

Note If necessary, use suitable screw anchors and an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the access point to stucco, cement, or drywall.

Step 3 Screw a M8 x16 bolt in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point (see Figure 3-2). Do not screw the bolt all the way in; leave approximately a 0.25 inch (0.635 cm) space.

Figure 3-2 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole

Step 4 Position the two bolts on the access point into the quick mount notches on each side of the mounting bracket (see Chapter 2, “Pole Mount Installation”). Ensure that the hinged door is facing out.

Step 5 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) into the second bolt hole on each side of the access point.

Step 6 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs
(17.6 to 20.3 Nm).

Step 7 When using the Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antennas, connect them to the access point as shown in Figure 3-2. Hand-tighten the antennas to the access point.

Step 8 Continue with the “Grounding the Access Point (all models)” section and the “Powering the Access Point” section.

Mounting the Access Point on a Pole

When installing an access point on a vertical pole, mast, or a streetlight pole, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit. The kit supports metal, wood, or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter.

Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket

When installing an access point on a pole, mast, or a streetlight, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit. The kit supports metal, wood, or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter.

The pole mount kit contains several parts that you must assemble prior to mounting on a pole. First you need to assemble two strap brackets on the pole clamp bracket that are positioned for the pole diameter you are using to mount the access point. Figure 3-3 illustrates the pole diameter indicators and bolt holes on the pole clamp bracket.

Figure 3-3 Pole Clamp Bracket Adjustment Hole Locations

To assemble the pole clamp bracket, follow these steps:

Step 1 Position the strap brackets on the pole clamp bracket for the pole diameter you are using and secure each strap bracket with two M8 x16 bolts (with lock washers) (see Figure 3-4). Tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).

Figure 3-4 Assembled Pole Clamp Bracket and Strap Brackets

Step 2 Screw the M8 nut onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt, and tighten just enough to prevent the bolt from falling off.

Step 3 Go to the “Pole Mounting” section.

Pole Mounting

The access point can be installed where power is available, without the need for a wired LAN connection. The access point uses intelligent wireless routing that is based on the Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP). AWPP enables a remote access point to dynamically optimize the best route to the wired LAN network using another access point.

The 1552 access point uses the 5 GHz radio for the Mesh backhaul and connections. The 2.4 GHz radio is used for local wireless client access.

To mount your access point on a vertical pole or streetlight pole, you need to install two metal bands around the pole to support the access point. This process requires extra tools and material not provided in the pole mount kit (see Table 3-2 ).

To mount the access point onto a vertical pole or streetlight pole, follow these steps:

Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point. You can attach the access point to any pole from 2 to 16 inch (5.1 to 40.6 cm) in diameter.

Note If you will be using a streetlight power tap adapter, position the access point within 3 ft (1 m) of the outdoor light control.

Step 2 For poles larger than 3.5 inch (8.9 cm), mount the pole clamp bracket assembly to a pole (see Figure 3-5) using two metal straps. Following the instructions provided with the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), loop each metal strap twice through the slots on the strap bracket.

Caution Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets, because this does not properly secure the access point.

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Figure 3-5 Clamp Bracket Assembly Mounted on Poles Larger than 3.5 inch (8.9 cm)

Step 3 For pole diameters of 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) or less, mount the pole clamp bracket assembly to a pole using two metal straps looped through the space between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets (see Figure 3-6) to provide maximum holding strength for extreme environments. Following the instructions provided with the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), loop each metal strap twice.

Figure 3-6 Metal Strap Open Space for 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) and Smaller Poles

Caution Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets because this does not properly secure the access point.

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Step 4 Position the pole clamp bracket on the pole as needed before tightening the metal bands.

Note When the metal bands are tightened to the full tension, the pole clamp bracket cannot be adjusted unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled.

Step 5 Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) by following the operating instructions in the box with the tool. Ensure that the metal bands are as tight as possible.

Step 6 Place the mounting bracket onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt (see Figure 3-7).

Step 7 For vertical poles, position the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 3-7. For horizontal streetlight poles, rotate the mounting bracket 90o from the position shown in Figure 3-7.

Step 8 Install four M8 x16 bolts (with flat and lock washers) into the bolt holes.

Figure 3-7 Screw Hole Locations on the Mounting Bracket and Pole Clamp Bracket Assembly

Step 9 Hand-tighten the bolts and the nut (do not overtighten).

Step 10 Adjust the top edge of the mounting bracket until it is horizontal and tighten the bolts and the flange nut (see Figure 3-7) to 13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).

Note The mounting bracket can be adjusted up to 45o to compensate for tilted horizontal streetlight poles.

Step 11 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (without a flat or lock washer) in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point (see Figure 3-8). Do not screw the bolt all the way in. Leave a gap of approximately 0.25 inch
(0.635 cm).

Figure 3-8 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Holes

Step 12 Position the two bolts on the access point into the access point quick-mount notch on the mounting bracket (see Figure 3-9).

Note The access point should be positioned with the LEDs on the bottom to allow viewing from the ground and with the hinged cover facing out.

Figure 3-9 Access Point Hanging in Mounting Bracket

Step 13 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) into the second bolt hole on each side of the access point (see Figure 3-9).

Step 14 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs
(17.6 to 20.3 Nm).

Step 15 When using the Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antennas, connect them to the access point as shown in Figure 3-9. Hand-tighten the antennas to the access point.

Step 16 Continue with the “Grounding the Access Point (all models)” section and the “Powering the Access Point” section.

Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover

Caution The hinged cover must not be opened unless the area is considered non-hazardous and the AP has been powered off.

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You need to open the access point hinged cover to access the AC entry terminal block or 24 VDC terminal block, and when you are installing fiber-optic SFP module and fiber cable take-up reels.

To open the access point hinged cover, follow these steps:

Step 1 Use 0.5-in (13-mm) box-end wrench or socket set to unscrew and remove the four bolts on the front cover of the unit. Only unscrew the hinge bolts about 2 turns until they are easily turned by hand, do not remove the bolts on the hinge (Figure 3-10).

Step 2 The cover is hinged on the bottom. Carefully open the cover and remove the cover.

Note If the cover does not open easily, carefully loosen the hinge bolts again.

Figure 3-10 Access Point Front View of Hinged Cover

Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover

To close the access point cover, follow these steps:

Step 1 When closing the access point cover, be careful not to pinch internal wires.

Step 2 Carefully position the cover flush with all sides of the access point, then slowly hand-tighten each bolt.

Step 3 When all bolts are hand-tightened, use a 13-mm closed-end wrench or socket to partially tighten the bolts in the tightening sequence shown in Figure 3-11. Tighten each bolt to 3 to 4 ft lbs (0.34 to 0.45 Nm).

Step 4 Repeat Step 3 using the same tightening sequence to fully tighten each bolt to 6 to 7 ft lbs
(0.68 to 0.79 Nm).

Figure 3-11 Hinged Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence

Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to the 1552H Access Point

Note Please refer to the Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information when the AIR-CAP1552H-Q-K9 (POE input configuration only) will be installed in an explosive area in Japan.

To connect a fiber-optic cable to the 1552H access point, follow these steps:

Step 1 Ensure that all power sources have been disconnected from the access point.

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028

Step 2 Open the hinged cover (see the “Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for instructions).

Step 3 Place the two large reels with the small reels on top as shown in Figure 3-12.

Step 4 Align the screw holes in the large and small reels, and insert four attachment screws in each of the reel pairs. Tighten the screws to 3 to 4 in. lbs (0.34 to 0.45 Nm).

Step 5 Remove the plug from the end of the SFP module, and insert the module into the SFP receptacle (see Figure 3-12).

Figure 3-12 Fiber-Optic Cable Components (1552H)

Step 6 Loosen the round end of the liquid-tight connector by turning counterclockwise, but do not remove (see Figure 3-13).

Figure 3-13 Liquid -Tight Adapter

Step 7 Carefully screw the threaded end of the adapter into the access point and hand-tighten.

Step 8 Use an adjustable wrench, the 22 mm socket, or the Sealcon S-2200-WR wrench to tighten the threaded end of the adapter to 6 to 7 ft lbs (8.1 to 9.5 Nm).

Step 9 Carefully remove approximately 1 to 2 ft (30.5 cm) of the external jacket from the fiber-optic cable, exposing the inner strand.

Step 10 Carefully insert the fiber-optic LC cable connector into the rounded end of the liquid-tight adapter (see Figure 3-13), and push through the adapter.

Step 11 Wrap excess fiber-optic cable around the take-up reels in a figure eight (8) pattern.

Step 12 Insert the fiber-optic LC cable connector into the SFP module.

Step 13 Use an adjustable or open-end wrench to tighten the round end of the adapter to 2.7 to 3.2 ft lbs
(3.66 to 4.34 Nm).

Step 14 Close the hinged cover (see the “Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover” section).

Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to the 1552SA or 1552SD Access Point

Note If a fiber installation kit is required for the installation, please ensure you order the hazardous locations compliant kit, AIR-1550S-FIB-KIT, and follow the instructions on installing the adapter below.

To connect a fiber-optic cable to the 1552SA or 1552SD access point, follow these steps:

Step 1 Ensure that all power sources have been disconnected from the access point.

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028

Step 2 Open the hinged cover (see the “Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for instructions).

Step 3 Align the reel bracket to the AP and attach via two screws (#4-40 x.25 in). Tighten the screws to 5.5 to 6.0 in. lbs (0.62 to 0.68 Nm). (See Figure 3-15.)

Step 4 Align each of the two reels to the installed bracket. Attach each reel to the bracket with four screws (#2-56 x.31 in). Tighten the screws to 3 to 4 in. lbs (0.34 to 0.45 Nm). (See Figure 3-15.)

Figure 3-15 Fiber-Optic Cable Kit Components (1552SD shown)

Note Fiber and power can both be routed through the AC/DC port. If fiber and power are coming from the same area externally, route both through the AC/DC port. If fiber and power are coming from different areas externally, route them through one of the recommended junction boxes.
The rest of this procedure will show routing through an ETRT50 junction box.

Step 5 Attach the junction box to the chassis with a 1/2 NTP Male to Male connector. See Figure 3-16 and Figure 3-17.

Figure 3-16 ERT50 Junction Box Assembly

Step 6 Route the power cable and the fiber cable through the junction box using Figure 3-17 as an example.

Figure 3-17 Routing Detail

Step 7 Complete the connections inside the 1552 as shown in Figure 3-18.

Figure 3-18 Inside Connectivity

Note When installing the ½ NPT pipe or cable gland on the AP, the use of a thread sealant (for example, Loctite® 565) is required.

Step 8 Wrap excess fiber-optic cable around the take-up reels using industry-standard methods and cable routing.

Step 9 Insert the fiber-optic LC cable connector into the SFP module.

Step 10 Secure fiber cable inside enclosure using appropriate methods to avoid fiber damage.

Step 11 Close the cover to the junction box and the hinged cover (see Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover).

To complete the connectivity to a power source, go to Powering the Access Point.

Connecting a 1552H Series Power Injector

The power injector provides 56 VDC to the access point over the Ethernet cable and supports a total end-to-end Ethernet cable length of 100 m (328 ft) from the switch to the access point.

Note The power injector is not intended to be installed in a hazardous locations environment. If a PoE injector is required, it must be located in a non-hazardous location environment.

Note The 1552SA/SD and 1552WU do not support PoE In.

Note The Ethernet cable from the power injector to the access point (PoE In port) must be at least 10 ft (3.1 m) in length.

Note The PoE Out port is disabled when the access point is powered by the power injector.

When your access point is powered by an optional power injector, follow these steps to complete the installation:

Step 1 Before applying PoE to the access point, ensure that the access point is grounded (see the “Grounding the Access Point (all models)” section).

Step 2 Review Chapter 2, “Pole Mount Installation” to identify the components needed for the installation.

Note It is recommended to install the injector in its own IP67 enclosure such as a Hoffman box, since the PoE injector is not weather proof.

Step 3 Connect a CAT5e or better Ethernet cable from your wired LAN network to the power injector.

Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Statement 1023

Use only the 1500 power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=) for the access point. This power injector is designed to meet the power requirements of the access point and is a listed Class 2 limited power source (LPS).

Note The installer is responsible for ensuring that powering the access point from this type of power injector is allowed by local and/or national safety and telecommunications equipment standards.

Tip To forward bridge traffic, add a switch between the power injector and controller. Refer to the Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide, Release 7.0 for more information.

Step 4 Ensure that the antennas are connected and that a ground is attached to the access point before you apply power to the access point.

Step 5 Connect a shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable between the power injector and the PoE In connector of the access point (see Figure 3-20).

Step 6 Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point PoE In port (see “Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point (all models)” section).

Note When a 1552H access point is powered by PoE, the PoE Out port is not active.

Step 7 Continue with the “What to Do Next” section.

Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point (all models)

Note Please refer to the Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information when the AIR-CAP1552H-Q-K9 (POE input configuration only) will be installed in an explosive area in Japan.

The following tools and materials are required:

• Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable with 0.2 to 0.35 in. (0.51 to 0.89 cm) diameter

Note The Ethernet cable from the power injector to the access point must be at least 10 ft
(3.05 m) long. The PoE Out port is disabled when the access point is powered by the power injector.

• RJ-45 connector and installation tool
• Adjustable wrench

To connect the shielded Ethernet cable to the access point, follow these steps:

Step 1 Disconnect power to the power injector, and ensure all power sources to the access point are turned off.

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028

Step 2 Ensure a 6 AWG ground wire is connected to the access point (see the “Grounding the Access Point (all models)” section).

Step 3 Use an adjustable wrench, a 22-mm socket, or the Sealcon S-2200-WR wrench to remove the Ethernet connector plug from the access point (see Figure 3-20 for the location).

Figure 3-20 Location of Ethernet Liquid-Tight Adapters (Only Models AIR-CAP1552SA/SD-x-K9, AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9, and AIR-CAP1552WU-A-K9)

Note For information on data cable entry, refer to Figure 1-1

Step 4 Loosen the round end of the liquid-tight adapter by turning counterclockwise, but do not remove (see Figure 3-21).

Figure 3-21 Liquid-tight Adapter

Caution The liquid-tight adapter(s) supplied in the kit AIR-1520-FIB-REEL= are IP68/69 certified with.200 to.350 diameter cables but not ATEX certified or hazardous locations compliant. The installer must use cable glands and/or adapters appropriate to the installation.

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Step 5 Insert the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable into the round end of the liquid-tight adapter (see Figure 3-21), and pull several inches of cable through the adapter.

Step 6 Install an RJ-45 connector on the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable using your Ethernet cable installation tool.

Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Statement 1023

Step 7 Carefully insert the RJ-45 cable connector into the Ethernet port opening on the access point, and connect to the internal Ethernet connector (see Figure 3-22).

Figure 3-22 Inserting RJ-45 Connector into the Ethernet Port Opening in Case

Step 8 Slide the liquid-tight adapter towards the access point, and screw the threaded end of the adapter into the access point, and hand-tighten.

Step 9 Use an adjustable wrench, a 22-mm socket, or a Sealcon S-2200-WR wrench to tighten the threaded end of the adapter to 6 to 7 ft lbs (8.1 to 9.5 Nm).

Step 10 Use an adjustable wrench and tighten the round end of the adapter to 2.7 to 3.2 ft lbs (3.66 to 4.34 Nm).

Step 11 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access point.

Step 12 Route your Ethernet cable, and cut off any excess cable.

Step 13 Install an RJ-45 connector on the unterminated cable end, and insert it into the power injector. For typical installation components, see Chapter 2, “Components in a Typical Access Point Installation”.

Step 14 Turn on power to the power injector.

Connecting a 24 VDC Power Cable to the Access Point

Caution The DC branch circuit powering the access point must be limited to no more than 10A from the over-protection device supplied by the user. This branch power supplemental protection and all connecting conduit, must meet all local and national electrical codes.

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To route and connect the 24 VDC power cable to the 1552SA/1552SD or 1552WU access point model, follow these steps:

Step 1 Open the access point hinged cover. See the “Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for instructions.

Figure 3-23 24 VDC Power Installation—Model AIR-CAP1552SD-A-K9 and AIR-CAP1552WU-A-K9

Step 2 Route the 24 VDC power cable through the 1/2-NPT port.

Step 3 Use a wire stripper tool to remove the insulation from each wire. Remove only enough wire to provide adequate crimp on to ring terminals (Cisco supplied).

Step 4 Remove terminal strip screw and square washer for connection labeled “RTN”. Connect DC return line to terminal strip location labeled “RTN”. Tighten terminal strip screw to secure ring terminal and wire.

Step 5 Remove terminal strip screw and square washer for connection labeled “+24 VDC IN”. Connect +24 VDC hot line to terminal strip location labeled “+24 VDC IN”. Tighten terminal strip screw to secure ring terminal and wire.

Step 6 Secure DC input cord to wire tie anchor adjacent to terminal strip.

Step 7 Check your work.

Step 8 Close the access point hinged cover. See the “Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for details.

Connecting Ground and AC Power

Note When you install the conduit, be sure to comply with the local electrical codes for your area.

Refer to “Power Consumption Budget for the AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9, AIR-CAP1552SA/SD-x-K9, and AIR-CAP1552WU-A-K9 Access Point Configurations” section for Power distribution details.

To route and connect the ground and AC power cabling to the 1552H or 1552SA access point model, follow these steps:

Warning When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046

Caution Always install the ground wire before connecting all power leads.

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Step 1 Open the access point hinged cover. See the “Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for instructions.

Step 2 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws that secure the AC entry module cover. (Figure 3-24).

Figure 3-24 AC Power Installation—Model AIR-CAP1552H-A-K9

Step 3 Remove the cover and set it aside.

Step 4 Route the AC power cable through the 1/2-NPT port.

Step 5 Use a wire stripper tool to remove the insulation from each wire. Remove only enough wire to provide a solid connection in the terminal block. The hot wires should have no bare wire exposed after the connection is made.

Step 6 Insert the ground wire into the provided ground lug and use a crimping tool to secure the connection.

Step 7 Install the ground lug and tighten the connection with a Phillips screwdriver. To prevent stripping the screw threads, do not overtighten.

Step 8 Insert each hot wire into the AC entry terminal block.

Step 9 Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the terminal block set screws to secure the wires in the terminal block.

Step 10 Verify that no bare wire is exposed. If wire is exposed, remove it from the terminal block, adjust the length, and reinstall.

Step 11 Check your work.

Step 12 Reinstall the AC entry module top cover and tighten the captive screws. Do not overtighten.

Step 13 Close the access point hinged cover. See the “Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover” section for details.

Step 14 Install the Ethernet backhaul cable. See the next section for instructions.

Removing the Access Point from Service

When removing an access point from service, make sure you remove power from the access point before opening the cover and disconnecting the AC input wiring. When removing the AC wiring, the ground connection should be the last to be disconnected.

Conducting Periodic Inspections

The access point should be inspected periodically to ensure normal and airtight operation in the hazardous location environment. Table 3-3 lists the inspection routines and their periodicity.

Conducting Periodic Cleaning

The access point is designed to not require periodic cleaning.

What to Do Next

When you power up a MAP that is not connected to a wired Ethernet, fiber-optic, or cable network to the controller, the access point uses the Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP) to bind to another mesh access point (MAP) with the best path to a root access point (RAP) connected to the wired network to a controller. The access point sends a discovery request when powered up. If you have configured the access point in the controller correctly, the controller sends back a discovery response to the access point. When that happens, the access point sends out a join request to the controller, and the controller responds with a join confirmation response. Then the access point establishes a Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points (CAPWAP) connection to the controller and gets the shared secret configured on the controller.

Refer to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for more information on configuring, monitoring, and operating your access points.