Ports
A port is a physical entity that is used to connect Cisco 1800 series access points to the network. The ports available on Cisco 1800 Access Points are as shown.
Mode
The Mode button is used to reset the Access Point to factory defaults. T o reset, depress the button and connect power to the AP. Hold the button depressed for 20s and then release it. When the button is released, the following message will be seen in the console. The AP will reboot and will be reset to factory defaults. If the AP has the Mobility Express controller image, after the reboot, it will broadcast the CiscoAirProvision SSID.
Console Port (RJ-45)
The Cisco 1800 series has one console port. It provides console access to the Mobility Express controller CLI.
USB
This port is not currently supported.
Aux Port (RJ-45)
This port is not currently supported.
POE (Management Port) (RJ-45)
The Cisco 1800 series Access Points has a port marked as POE. This port is used to provide Management access to the Mobility Express Controller.