03-11-2019 01:22 AM - edited 07-05-2021 10:01 AM
Faced the problem of network operation with various model access points.
We have:
1. WLC 2504 with firmware 8.0
2. Work network with AP1242
3. We purchased additional AP1542
Problem: the controller sees them, but the AP does not pass the join. In principle, it is decided to update the software to version 8.5. BUT! The entire network on the AP1242 falls off. Joining old access points fails (looks like cyclic attempts to connect).
Judging by the information
everything is bad, old access points are not supported by the new WLC firmware. But perhaps not so understood?
Questions:
1. Is it really possible to make them work together?
2. Is it possible to configure a standalone version on the AP1542?
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03-11-2019 08:21 PM
The 1240 series AP were last supported on 8.0.x version where as the 1542 requires 8.5.x therefore they can not be on the same controller.
The best way to do this would be two separate controllers, or upgrade the 1240 series APs.
03-11-2019 01:35 AM
Hi,
1. Is it really possible to make them work together?
NO way. 1242 last support is 8.0.X and 1542 first support is 8.5.103.0 version.
2. Is it possible to configure a standalone version on the AP1542?
yes they can work. Download Mobility express image for these APs.
https://software.cisco.com/download/home/286312622/type/286289839/release/8.8.111.0
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03-11-2019 01:51 AM
03-11-2019 03:09 AM
Hasn't the time come to replace these old EOL a/b/g APs?
03-11-2019 04:27 AM
03-11-2019 05:37 AM
03-11-2019 10:24 PM
@Dmitry Klimenko wrote:
Mobility Express unfortunately download will not work - there is no service contract.
Send an email to TAC with ALL the serial numbers of the 1542. Let the Entitlements Team decide if TAC can publish the firmware or not.
03-11-2019 08:21 PM
The 1240 series AP were last supported on 8.0.x version where as the 1542 requires 8.5.x therefore they can not be on the same controller.
The best way to do this would be two separate controllers, or upgrade the 1240 series APs.
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