How do you convert a Cisco AP from lightweight to autonomous?
Lightweight to Autonomous conversion
- Step 1: Download the software image from Cisco.com matching your AP’s model.
- Step 2: Prepare the AP for TFTP code upload.
- Step 3: Transfer the autonomous image to the AP using TFTP.
What is an autonomous access point?
Autonomous Access Points This is where the access point and switch for wireless traffic are combined. The controller in the WLAN is what distinguishes it from lightweight access points. As the name autonomous implies, the controller allows the single device to manage traffic independently from any additional support.
What is the default IP address for a Cisco access point?
If the wireless access points do not receive a DHCP response (there is no DHCP server on your network) after 60 seconds, the access points will fallback to the following default static IP address: 192.168. 1.245 and a default mask of 255.255. 255.0.
Does Cisco AP need a controller?
In this environment, your access point needs to be associated or linked with a controller to properly function. The discovery process is the system that allows this association to occur.
What is autonomous access point Cisco?
Autonomous AP, now called Mobility Express, is used when you don’t have a WLC(Wireless Lan Controller). The used to run IOS just like any Cisco device. They were configured independently. Mobility Express is a bit different but not that much. A good example of Autonomous AP is the one you use at home.
Is the Cisco autonomous 1600 AP support auto configuration?
The 1600 series does not support auto configuration (according to this mgr). The “only” config that allowed this AP to pass traffic to my procurve is to set both devices to speed 100 Full duplex. No other speed combination works…
What does the Cisco Aironet 1600 series access point do?
Designed with rapidly evolving mobility needs in mind, the Cisco Aironet 1600 Series Access Point addresses the bring-your-own-device (BYOD) trend by providing advanced functionality at the right price point. Building on the Cisco Aironet heritage of RF excellence, the Cisco Aironet 1600 Series delivers secure and reliable wireless connections.
How to upgrade autonomous Cisco Aironet access points to lightweight mode?
NoteThe Upgrade Utility version 3.2 does not support the conversion of 1140 and 1250 series autonomous access points to lightweight mode. To convert these autonomous access points to lightweight mode, telnet to the access point and issue the following command to upgrade the IOS: archive download-sw /overwrite /reload tftp: //location/image-name
What does CAPWAP stand for in Cisco Aironet?
CAPWAP is a standard, interoperable protocol which enables an access controller to manage a collection of wireless termination points. The discovery process using CAPWAP is identical to the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) used with previous Cisco Aironet access points.