WLC and AIRONET AP1231

[jalvarez28]

Hi everyone, i have a question, i'm trying to configure a WLC 5508 with an access point AIRONET air ap1231g-a-k9, this is possible or the model isn't supported by the WLC?? i read that only LWAP are compatible

[George Stefanick]

It is up to code 7.0. It isn't supported past this rev.

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[Scott Fella]

Just to add.... here is the compatibility matrix you should keep handy:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/controller/5500/tech_notes/Wireless_Software_Compatibility_Matrix.html

Thanks,

Scott

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[jalvarez28]

then I only need upgrade to 7.0, the WLC is actualy in 6.0, isn't necesary change autonomous ap to lwapp.? another question. I need a service contract to download software from cisco's page.?

[Scott Fella · Accepted solution]

You do need a service contract to download any image.  This is the image you need...

If you are able to download this, then you need to convert the ap from autonomous to lightweight.  Here are the directions for that:

Using a TFTP Server to Return to a Previous Release

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/conversion/lwapp/upgrade/guide/lwapnote.html#wp160918

https://supportforums.cisco.com/docs/DOC-18268

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/conversion/lwapp/upgrade/guide/lwapnote.html#wp160918

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQ_NuxdRhQ4

https://supportforums.cisco.com/docs/DOC-14960

Thanks,

Scott

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[Shaoqin Li]

you must change the aIOS image to lwapp/capwap ap, which uses k8 image

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[jalvarez28]

thanks to all, it was helpful, questions answered.