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...the equipment is likely to use the equipment may be limited by Cisco Systems, Inc. could void the FCC approval and negate your own expense. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ... of the FCC rules. Any examples, command display output, and figures included in part 15 of Cisco Systems, Inc. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to this document or Website are shown for...
...the equipment is likely to use the equipment may be limited by Cisco Systems, Inc. could void the FCC approval and negate your own expense. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ... of the FCC rules. Any examples, command display output, and figures included in part 15 of Cisco Systems, Inc. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to this document or Website are shown for...
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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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Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Figure 1-1 shows the access point with Antennas 135434 2.4 GHz LEFT STATUS ETHERRANDEIOT MODE CONSOLE ETHERNET 48VDC 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 enabled for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is associated...
Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Figure 1-1 shows the access point with Antennas 135434 2.4 GHz LEFT STATUS ETHERRANDEIOT MODE CONSOLE ETHERNET 48VDC 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 enabled for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is associated...
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... (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 Guide 1-4 OL-8371-05 135435 Hardware Features Chapter...
... (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 Guide 1-4 OL-8371-05 135435 Hardware Features Chapter...
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... a complete list fo supported antennas, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories datasheet at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps469/products_data_sheets_list.html Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation...
... a complete list fo supported antennas, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories datasheet at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps469/products_data_sheets_list.html Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation...
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...your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in the translated safety warnings that could cause bodily injury. Use the statement number provided at the end of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point ... in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to or touching any equipment, be familiar with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this device. You are provided in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a...
...your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in the translated safety warnings that could cause bodily injury. Use the statement number provided at the end of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point ... in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to or touching any equipment, be familiar with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this device. You are provided in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a...
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...nut (for damage. Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Unpacking the Access Point Warning In order to comply with cable security bracket - Ensure that all persons. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of ...guide • Product translated safety warnings document • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to the shipping container and save ...
...nut (for damage. Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Unpacking the Access Point Warning In order to comply with cable security bracket - Ensure that all persons. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of ...guide • Product translated safety warnings document • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to the shipping container and save ...
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... access point to the mounting plate (see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17). Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For lightweight access points, record the access point MAC address on page 2-10). - f. Ensure that a DHCP server with untagged access ports for precise wireless system management. e. Mount the access point...
... access point to the mounting plate (see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17). Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For lightweight access points, record the access point MAC address on page 2-10). - f. Ensure that a DHCP server with untagged access ports for precise wireless system management. e. Mount the access point...
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... Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 For lightweight access points, after your access points are deployed, ensure that your controller is not configured as a master controller. 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...
... Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 For lightweight access points, after your access points are deployed, ensure that your controller is not configured as a master controller. 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...
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...mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Because it is detachable, you are not designed ...2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or wall mounting holes 5 Ground connection 6 Cable tie point Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to use and must be placed in an indoor environment. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
...mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Because it is detachable, you are not designed ...2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or wall mounting holes 5 Ground connection 6 Cable tie point Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to use and must be placed in an indoor environment. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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...22). Verify the access point is designed to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on each stud. To attach the access point to be integrated into the T-bar grid above the top surface of a suspended ceiling. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-... stud. Using a T-bar box hanger and bracket mounting clip (not supplied) such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. If you want to the T-rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on the...
...22). Verify the access point is designed to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on each stud. To attach the access point to be integrated into the T-bar grid above the top surface of a suspended ceiling. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-... stud. Using a T-bar box hanger and bracket mounting clip (not supplied) such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. If you want to the T-rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on the...
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... the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the mounting plate is operating before replacing the ceiling tile (see the "Attaching the Access Point to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 If desired, the... comply with four rubber pads that they are securely attached to the ceiling grid T-rails. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that you will mount the access point and remove an adjacent ceiling tile. Adjust the height of the mode button. Connect a drop wire...
... the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the mounting plate is operating before replacing the ceiling tile (see the "Attaching the Access Point to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 If desired, the... comply with four rubber pads that they are securely attached to the ceiling grid T-rails. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that you will mount the access point and remove an adjacent ceiling tile. Adjust the height of the mode button. Connect a drop wire...
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... -line power, connect the power module's power cable to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 If not using a phillips screw driver. Note The 5-GHz antennas and antenna cables have a blue dot or blue label. c. Slide the access point towards the cable security bracket end of the keyhole-shaped...
... -line power, connect the power module's power cable to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 If not using a phillips screw driver. Note The 5-GHz antennas and antenna cables have a blue dot or blue label. c. Slide the access point towards the cable security bracket end of the keyhole-shaped...
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...Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 FCC Certification number: LDK102056 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA This device complies with Part 15 rules. However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device must accept any interference received, ...
...Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 FCC Certification number: LDK102056 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA This device complies with Part 15 rules. However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device must accept any interference received, ...
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...television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. VCCI-B Industry Canada Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 Certification number: 2461B-102055 Canadian Compliance Statement This... or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and...
...television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. VCCI-B Industry Canada Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 Certification number: 2461B-102055 Canadian Compliance Statement This... or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and...
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... in .) co-located separation distance from your body or nearby persons. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be co-located with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration...
... in .) co-located separation distance from your body or nearby persons. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be co-located with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration...
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... Note 1: Operation in 5470 to 5725 MHz not allowed in combination with antenna connectors to allow the use of dedicated antennas for both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz radio. July 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European...
... Note 1: Operation in 5470 to 5725 MHz not allowed in combination with antenna connectors to allow the use of dedicated antennas for both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz radio. July 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European...
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..., and radio traffic. RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to 90% non-condensing ...Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; Table C-1 Access Point Specifications 802.11G Radio Specifications...
..., and radio traffic. RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to 90% non-condensing ...Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; Table C-1 Access Point Specifications 802.11G Radio Specifications...
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... dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna connectors A diversity system with two external antenna connectors. 2.400 to 2.497 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 5.15 to 5.25 GHz 5.25 to ...5.35 GHz 5.475 to 5.725 GHz 5.725 to 5.85 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna connectors A diversity system with two external antenna connectors. 2.400 to 2.497 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 5.15 to 5.25 GHz 5.25 to ...5.35 GHz 5.475 to 5.725 GHz 5.725 to 5.85 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... @ 12 Mbps 625 ft (190 m) @ 9 Mbps 650 ft (198 m) @ 6 Mbps Note Measured with 3.5 dBi Omni-directional antenna Note Measured with a 2.2 dBi dipole antenna The 1240 series access point complies with UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air handling spaces, such as above suspended ceilings. no other power injectors... Europe EN-300.328 FCC Part 15.407 Canada RSS-210 Japan ARIB STD-T71 EN 301.893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3 Designed to UL 2043 and they should not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such...
... @ 12 Mbps 625 ft (190 m) @ 9 Mbps 650 ft (198 m) @ 6 Mbps Note Measured with 3.5 dBi Omni-directional antenna Note Measured with a 2.2 dBi dipole antenna The 1240 series access point complies with UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air handling spaces, such as above suspended ceilings. no other power injectors... Europe EN-300.328 FCC Part 15.407 Canada RSS-210 Japan ARIB STD-T71 EN 301.893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3 Designed to UL 2043 and they should not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such...