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... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Antennas Supported 1-5 Ethernet Port 1-5 Console Port 1-5 LEDs 1-6 Power Sources 1-6 UL 2043 Certification 1-7 Anti-Theft Features 1-7 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points 1-8 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-9 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-10 Central Unit in an...
... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Antennas Supported 1-5 Ethernet Port 1-5 Console Port 1-5 LEDs 1-6 Power Sources 1-6 UL 2043 Certification 1-7 Anti-Theft Features 1-7 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points 1-8 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-9 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-10 Central Unit in an...
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... Network with an Inline Power Source 2-21 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-22 Powering Up the Access Point 2-22 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points 3-1 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 3-2 Checking Basic Settings 3-3 Default IP Address Behavior 3-4 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-4 SSID 3-4 WEP Keys 3-4 Security Settings 3-5 Low Power Condition 3-5 Intelligent Power Management 3-6 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... Network with an Inline Power Source 2-21 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-22 Powering Up the Access Point 2-22 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points 3-1 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 3-2 Checking Basic Settings 3-3 Default IP Address Behavior 3-4 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-4 SSID 3-4 WEP Keys 3-4 Security Settings 3-5 Low Power Condition 3-5 Intelligent Power Management 3-6 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... Series Lightweight Access Points 4-1 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 4-2 Using DHCP Option 43 4-2 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 4-3 Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points 4-5 Intelligent Power Management 4-5 Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands 4-6 Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI 4-7 Configuring Controller Information 4-8 Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information 4-8 Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults 4-8 Returning the Lightweight Access Point to Autonomous...
... Series Lightweight Access Points 4-1 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 4-2 Using DHCP Option 43 4-2 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 4-3 Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points 4-5 Intelligent Power Management 4-5 Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands 4-6 Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI 4-7 Configuring Controller Information 4-8 Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information 4-8 Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults 4-8 Returning the Lightweight Access Point to Autonomous...
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... for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-8 Japanese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-9 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-9 Chinese Translation B-9 English Translation B-9 All Access Points B-10 Chinese Translation B-10 English Translation B-10 Declaration of Conformity Statements B-11 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries B-11 Access Point Specifications C-1 Channels and Maximum Power Levels D-1 Console...
... for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-8 Japanese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-9 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-9 Chinese Translation B-9 English Translation B-9 All Access Points B-10 Chinese Translation B-10 English Translation B-10 Declaration of Conformity Statements B-11 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries B-11 Access Point Specifications C-1 Channels and Maximum Power Levels D-1 Console...
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... network. To use this guide with autonomous access points, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. Organization This guide is listed under the "Wireless LAN Controllers" section. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix Purpose This guide provides...
... network. To use this guide with autonomous access points, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. Organization This guide is listed under the "Wireless LAN Controllers" section. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix Purpose This guide provides...
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... with the autonomous access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ...Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the lightweight access point. Appendix G, "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points," describes the procedure to prime access points with controller information. Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Maximum Power Levels," lists the autonomous access point...
... with the autonomous access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ...Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the lightweight access point. Appendix G, "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points," describes the procedure to prime access points with controller information. Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Maximum Power Levels," lists the autonomous access point...
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... 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is associated to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is enabled for a list of access point specifications. Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Hardware Features Key hardware...
... 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is associated to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is enabled for a list of access point specifications. Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Hardware Features Key hardware...
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...) 8 48-VDC power port 9 2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) Figure 1-3 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
...) 8 48-VDC power port 9 2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) Figure 1-3 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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... no flow control. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 The 1242G access point supports a single 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio. Each radio uses dual-diversity integrated antennas. The access point can connect to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the wired Ethernet LAN...
... no flow control. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 The 1242G access point supports a single 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio. Each radio uses dual-diversity integrated antennas. The access point can connect to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the wired Ethernet LAN...
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... suitable for operation in a building's environmental air space; Using inline power, you do not need to run a power cord to the access point because power is unable to determine that the power source can receive power from an external power module or from inline power using the Ethernet cable. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - Statement 353 Caution...
... suitable for operation in a building's environmental air space; Using inline power, you do not need to run a power cord to the access point because power is unable to determine that the power source can receive power from an external power module or from inline power using the Ethernet cable. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - Statement 353 Caution...
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...or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 Figure 1-5 Access Point with Mounting Plate and Cable Security Bracket 135496 2.4 GHz LEFT STATUS ...power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. The autonomous 1240AG series access point supports these operating wireless modes: • Root access point-Connected to a wired LAN and supports wireless clients. • Repeater access point-Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point, and supports wireless...
...or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 Figure 1-5 Access Point with Mounting Plate and Cable Security Bracket 135496 2.4 GHz LEFT STATUS ...power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. The autonomous 1240AG series access point supports these operating wireless modes: • Root access point-Connected to a wired LAN and supports wireless clients. • Repeater access point-Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point, and supports wireless...
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... • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-4 • Mounting Overview, page 2-7 ...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf, page 2-14 • Cable Security Bracket, page 2-14 • Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate, page 2-16 • Securing the Access Point, page 2-17 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-20 • Powering Up the Access Point, page 2-22 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-4 • Mounting Overview, page 2-7 ...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf, page 2-14 • Cable Security Bracket, page 2-14 • Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate, page 2-16 • Securing the Access Point, page 2-17 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-20 • Powering Up the Access Point, page 2-22 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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...." Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...access point. Warnings Translated versions of the following safety warnings are in a situation that the antenna is very close to a power-over-ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power...wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for human exposure to ensure proper operation and safe use . Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point...
...." Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...access point. Warnings Translated versions of the following safety warnings are in a situation that the antenna is very close to a power-over-ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power...wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for human exposure to ensure proper operation and safe use . Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point...
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... the body of all persons. Two 6 x 32 x 1/2 in . Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit - Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to the shipping container and save it. Return all...
... the body of all persons. Two 6 x 32 x 1/2 in . Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit - Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to the shipping container and save it. Return all...
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... is associated to a controller and operating normally. For each access point location. Below a suspended ceiling (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-20. For instructions see the "Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling" section on page 2-10). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 On a desktop or shelf (see the...
... is associated to a controller and operating normally. For each access point location. Below a suspended ceiling (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-20. For instructions see the "Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling" section on page 2-10). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 On a desktop or shelf (see the...
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...) 8 48-VDC power port 9 2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) Figure 2-2 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 2-1 Access Point 2.4-GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
...) 8 48-VDC power port 9 2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) Figure 2-2 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 2-1 Access Point 2.4-GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings • Suspended ceilings (above suspended ceilings. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Because it is detachable, you can mount the access point on any...
no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings • Suspended ceilings (above suspended ceilings. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Because it is detachable, you can mount the access point on any...
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...rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on page 2-16. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling Follow these steps to mount your access point on a suspended ceiling: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step...T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Use a standard screwdriver to mount the access point. To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on the suspended ceiling T-rail. Use the mounting plate to the Mounting ...
...rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on page 2-16. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling Follow these steps to mount your access point on a suspended ceiling: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step...T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Use a standard screwdriver to mount the access point. To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on the suspended ceiling T-rail. Use the mounting plate to the Mounting ...
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... tested to Figure 2-5 before proceeding. no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to UL 2043 and they should not be helpful to refer to UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. 2-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Mounting Above...
... tested to Figure 2-5 before proceeding. no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to UL 2043 and they should not be helpful to refer to UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. 2-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Mounting Above...
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.... Connect a drop wire to Figure 2-5). Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf When placing the access point on the T-bar Box hanger. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05...
.... Connect a drop wire to Figure 2-5). Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf When placing the access point on the T-bar Box hanger. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05...