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... 1-7 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-8 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1-8 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-9 2 C H A P T E R Installing the Access Point 2-1 Safety Information 2-2 FCC Safety Compliance Statement 2-2 General Safety Guidelines 2-2 Warnings 2-2 Unpacking the Access Point 2-3 Package Contents 2-3 Basic Installation Guidelines 2-3 Access Point Layout and Connectors 2-4 LEDs 2-4 Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points 2-5 Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network 2-5 Connecting the Ethernet and...
... 1-7 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-8 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1-8 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-9 2 C H A P T E R Installing the Access Point 2-1 Safety Information 2-2 FCC Safety Compliance Statement 2-2 General Safety Guidelines 2-2 Warnings 2-2 Unpacking the Access Point 2-3 Package Contents 2-3 Basic Installation Guidelines 2-3 Access Point Layout and Connectors 2-4 LEDs 2-4 Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points 2-5 Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network 2-5 Connecting the Ethernet and...
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... for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN...
... for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN...
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...-alone wireless network. The autonomous access points can configure and monitor the access point using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP). The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. Autonomous Access Points The autonomous access point (models: AIR-AP1120B or AIR-AP1121G) (model: AIR-AP1252) supports a management system based on Cisco IOS software. Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Lightweight Access Point (AIR-LAP1121G) is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN...
...-alone wireless network. The autonomous access points can configure and monitor the access point using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP). The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. Autonomous Access Points The autonomous access point (models: AIR-AP1120B or AIR-AP1121G) (model: AIR-AP1252) supports a management system based on Cisco IOS software. Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Lightweight Access Point (AIR-LAP1121G) is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN...
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... topics: • Hardware Features, page 1-3 • Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points, page 1-5 • Network Example with Lightweight Access Points, page 1-9 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-4309-07 Using a controller, you can configure the radio settings. In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. LWAPP also...
... topics: • Hardware Features, page 1-3 • Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points, page 1-5 • Network Example with Lightweight Access Points, page 1-9 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-4309-07 Using a controller, you can configure the radio settings. In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. LWAPP also...
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...access point radio. Figure 1-2 Access Point LEDs Ethernet Status Radio 81597 Power Sources The access point draws up to the access point. A switch capable of providing inline power, such as the Cisco Catalyst Inline Power Patch Panel Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet Power Injector (Cisco AIR-PWRINJ3= or Cisco AIR-PWRINJ-FIB= ) - The access point...The LED is off , but is associated with any wireless devices. • The radio LED signals wireless traffic over the radio interface. This LED is normally ...
...access point radio. Figure 1-2 Access Point LEDs Ethernet Status Radio 81597 Power Sources The access point draws up to the access point. A switch capable of providing inline power, such as the Cisco Catalyst Inline Power Patch Panel Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet Power Injector (Cisco AIR-PWRINJ3= or Cisco AIR-PWRINJ-FIB= ) - The access point...The LED is off , but is associated with any wireless devices. • The radio LED signals wireless traffic over the radio interface. This LED is normally ...
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...-producing characteristics suitable for operation in three common wireless network configurations. Anti-Theft Features There are Master Lock models 120T and 121T or equivalent. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points UL 2043 Certification The access point is as a root unit connected to a wired LAN...
...-producing characteristics suitable for operation in three common wireless network configurations. Anti-Theft Features There are Master Lock models 120T and 121T or equivalent. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points UL 2043 Certification The access point is as a root unit connected to a wired LAN...
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... access point, they automatically connect to the network. Figure 1-3 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4309-07 The roaming process is connected to the LAN, users can roam from one area of one autonomous access point is seamless and transparent to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless...
... access point, they automatically connect to the network. Figure 1-3 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4309-07 The roaming process is connected to the LAN, users can roam from one area of one autonomous access point is seamless and transparent to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless...
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... might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN...
... might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN...
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...-wireless network, an autonomous access point acts as a wireless client device. The access point serves as a hub linking all -wireless network. The autonomous access point is associated to a Cisco Aironet bridge. it functions as the focal point for remote wired devices to a Cisco Aironet access point or to a Cisco Aironet access point as a stand-alone root unit. Figure 1-6 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1 Access point Workgroup bridge 135448 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point...
...-wireless network, an autonomous access point acts as a wireless client device. The access point serves as a hub linking all -wireless network. The autonomous access point is associated to a Cisco Aironet bridge. it functions as the focal point for remote wired devices to a Cisco Aironet access point or to a Cisco Aironet access point as a stand-alone root unit. Figure 1-6 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1 Access point Workgroup bridge 135448 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point...
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... can communicate over approximately a 1-mile range; Typically, an access point can be over a longer distance than an access point supports. This configuration allows the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Figure 1-8 illustrates a typical Layer 3 network configuration containing lightweight access points. Lightweight access points and controllers in workgroup bridge mode and is...
... can communicate over approximately a 1-mile range; Typically, an access point can be over a longer distance than an access point supports. This configuration allows the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Figure 1-8 illustrates a typical Layer 3 network configuration containing lightweight access points. Lightweight access points and controllers in workgroup bridge mode and is...
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CH A P T E R 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-3 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-5 • Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network, page 2-5 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-7 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
CH A P T E R 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-3 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-5 • Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network, page 2-5 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-7 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
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... or connect or disconnect cables during periods of the access point. Statement 245B Warning In order to ensure proper operation and safe use . When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this section to comply with your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in...
... or connect or disconnect cables during periods of the access point. Statement 245B Warning In order to ensure proper operation and safe use . When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this section to comply with your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in...
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... release notes by selecting your controller under Wireless LAN Controllers at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that access points are included in ) from the body of all persons. • Do not mount the access point within 3 feet of access points. • For lightweight access points, check the latest release notes to...
... release notes by selecting your controller under Wireless LAN Controllers at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that access points are included in ) from the body of all persons. • Do not mount the access point within 3 feet of access points. • For lightweight access points, check the latest release notes to...
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.... • The status LED signals operational status. • The radio LED signals wireless traffic over the radio interface. Figure 2-2 Access Point LEDs Ethernet Status Radio 81597 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-4309-07 Basic Installation Guidelines Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 shows the access point layout and connectors. Figure 2-2 shows the three status LEDs.
.... • The status LED signals operational status. • The radio LED signals wireless traffic over the radio interface. Figure 2-2 Access Point LEDs Ethernet Status Radio 81597 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-4309-07 Basic Installation Guidelines Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 shows the access point layout and connectors. Figure 2-2 shows the three status LEDs.
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... access point. Where is the access point domain name. • Locally stored controller IP addresses-If the access point was previously associated to create maps for precise wireless system management. For lightweight access points, Cisco recommends that you have completed the access point deployment, return the access point MAC addresses and the access point locations on the access point location maps or floor plans to beginning the actual access point...
... access point. Where is the access point domain name. • Locally stored controller IP addresses-If the access point was previously associated to create maps for precise wireless system management. For lightweight access points, Cisco recommends that you have completed the access point deployment, return the access point MAC addresses and the access point locations on the access point location maps or floor plans to beginning the actual access point...
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... is operating normally by checking the LEDs. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07 c. Deploying the Access Points on page 3-11). e. For specific instructions, see these sections: - Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). For lightweight access points, after your access points are deployed, ensure that the access point is not configured as a ceiling or...
... is operating normally by checking the LEDs. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07 c. Deploying the Access Points on page 3-11). e. For specific instructions, see these sections: - Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). For lightweight access points, after your access points are deployed, ensure that the access point is not configured as a ceiling or...
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OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-9 Chapter 4 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Cisco Aironet Access Points. Finding the Software Version To find the version of operating system software running on your new wireless network settings, refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points. To configure the new radio with your autonomous access point, refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Autonomous Access Points Finding the Software Version The radio card installation is now complete.
OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-9 Chapter 4 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Cisco Aironet Access Points. Finding the Software Version To find the version of operating system software running on your new wireless network settings, refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points. To configure the new radio with your autonomous access point, refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Autonomous Access Points Finding the Software Version The radio card installation is now complete.
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... provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the 1100 series autonomous access point. For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html Sections in this chapter include: • Checking the Autonomous...
... provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the 1100 series autonomous access point. For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html Sections in this chapter include: • Checking the Autonomous...
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..., and blinks green when a packet is received or transmitted over the access point's radio. The LED is off , but is not associated with at least one wireless client. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-2 OL-4309-07 Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is received...
..., and blinks green when a packet is received or transmitted over the access point's radio. The LED is off , but is not associated with at least one wireless client. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-2 OL-4309-07 Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is received...
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...or buffer full occurred on the radio. General warning. - Loading new firmware image. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-3 Operating status Boot Loader Errors Operation Errors - Meaning DRAM memory test. Transmitting/receiving ...defaults. Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Autonomous Access Points Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs Table 5-1 Top Panel LED Signals Message type Boot loader status Ethernet LED Green - - Board initialization test Flash memory test. At least one wireless client device is operational. Green ...
...or buffer full occurred on the radio. General warning. - Loading new firmware image. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-3 Operating status Boot Loader Errors Operation Errors - Meaning DRAM memory test. Transmitting/receiving ...defaults. Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Autonomous Access Points Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs Table 5-1 Top Panel LED Signals Message type Boot loader status Ethernet LED Green - - Board initialization test Flash memory test. At least one wireless client device is operational. Green ...