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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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... Access Point," describes how to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point. For information about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. For information about Cisco Wireless...
... Access Point," describes how to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point. For information about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. For information about Cisco Wireless...
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You can support standalone network configurations with all configuration settings maintained within the access points. The lightweight access point is part of a stand-alone wireless network. In large installations, wireless users within the controller. Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Lightweight Access Point (AIR-LAP1121G) is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN controller (hereafter called a controller) using the command-line interface (CLI), the...
You can support standalone network configurations with all configuration settings maintained within the access points. The lightweight access point is part of a stand-alone wireless network. In large installations, wireless users within the controller. Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Lightweight Access Point (AIR-LAP1121G) is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN controller (hereafter called a controller) using the command-line interface (CLI), the...
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... protocol that defines the control messaging for data traffic. The controller sends the lightweight access point an LWAPP join response allowing the access point to autonomous mode). This chapter provides information on both the access point and controller. In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. Chapter 1 Overview The lightweight...
... protocol that defines the control messaging for data traffic. The controller sends the lightweight access point an LWAPP join response allowing the access point to autonomous mode). This chapter provides information on both the access point and controller. In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. Chapter 1 Overview The lightweight...
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... 81597 Power Sources The access point draws up to the access point. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (Cisco AIR-PWRINJ3= or Cisco AIR-PWRINJ-FIB= ) - The LED is off , but is not associated with at least one wireless client. Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is associated with any wireless devices. • The radio...
... 81597 Power Sources The access point draws up to the access point. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (Cisco AIR-PWRINJ3= or Cisco AIR-PWRINJ-FIB= ) - The LED is off , but is not associated with at least one wireless client. Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is associated with any wireless devices. • The radio...
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... a root access point, and supports wireless clients • Workgroup bridge-Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point or bridge, and supports wired network devices. The repeater role requires a specific configuration. Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points This section describes the autonomous access point's role in three common wireless network configurations. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware...
... a root access point, and supports wireless clients • Workgroup bridge-Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point or bridge, and supports wired network devices. The repeater role requires a specific configuration. Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points This section describes the autonomous access point's role in three common wireless network configurations. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware...
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... Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4309-07 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Root Unit on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the network. If more than one access point, they automatically connect to the network (associate) through another without losing their connection to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless...
... Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4309-07 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Root Unit on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the network. If more than one access point, they automatically connect to the network (associate) through another without losing their connection to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless...
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... devices 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. Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with repeater access points. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by...
... devices 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. Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with repeater access points. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by...
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The access point serves as a wireless client device. Figure 1-5 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 Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-4309-07 The autonomous access point is associated to and from the main LAN using the workgroup bridge. it functions as a hub linking all -wireless network, an autonomous access point acts...
The access point serves as a wireless client device. Figure 1-5 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 Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-4309-07 The autonomous access point is associated to and from the main LAN using the workgroup bridge. it functions as a hub linking all -wireless network, an autonomous access point acts...
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... 1-8 illustrates a typical Layer 3 network configuration containing lightweight access points. Lightweight access points and controllers in workgroup bridge mode and is associated to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Typically, an access point can be routed through large networks. Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access points support Layer 3 network operation. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 135499 Bridge...
... 1-8 illustrates a typical Layer 3 network configuration containing lightweight access points. Lightweight access points and controllers in workgroup bridge mode and is associated to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Typically, an access point can be routed through large networks. Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access points support Layer 3 network operation. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 135499 Bridge...
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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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...device is limited to the constraints posed by FCC certified equipment. Statement 1005 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-4309-07 Statement 332 Warning Do not work on Cisco.com, refer to Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings" for short-circuit (...during periods of lightning activity. Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the guidelines in this manual will result in user exposure that shipped with your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment ...
...device is limited to the constraints posed by FCC certified equipment. Statement 1005 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-4309-07 Statement 332 Warning Do not work on Cisco.com, refer to Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings" for short-circuit (...during periods of lightning activity. Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the guidelines in this manual will result in user exposure that shipped with your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment ...
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... Controllers at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that can cause signal interference. • Do not mount the access point outside coverage is damaged or missing, notify your controller software version supports the access points to interference that access points are not mounted closer than 20 cm (7.9 in the...
... Controllers at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that can cause signal interference. • Do not mount the access point outside coverage is damaged or missing, notify your controller software version supports the access points to interference that access points are not mounted closer than 20 cm (7.9 in the...
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...Installation Guidelines Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 shows the access point layout and connectors. Figure 2-1 Access Point Layout and Connectors 1 2 345 6 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point 81180 LEDs...access point report Ethernet activity, association status, and radio activity. • The Ethernet LED signals Ethernet traffic on the wired LAN. • 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...
...Installation Guidelines Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 shows the access point layout and connectors. Figure 2-1 Access Point Layout and Connectors 1 2 345 6 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point 81180 LEDs...access point report Ethernet activity, association status, and radio activity. • The Ethernet LED signals Ethernet traffic on the wired LAN. • 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...
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..., the IP addresses of storing controller IP addresses in the access point non-volatile memory. Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Prior to the "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points" section on the access point location map. For each access point location. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For additional information, refer to beginning...
..., the IP addresses of storing controller IP addresses in the access point non-volatile memory. Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Prior to the "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points" section on the access point location map. For each access point location. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For additional information, refer to beginning...
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... Mounting on page 3-9). For lightweight access points, after your controller is operating normally by checking the LEDs. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07 Deploying the Access Points on page 3-8). - For specific ...access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). On power up, verify that your access points are deployed, ensure that the access point is not configured as a ceiling or wall (refer to the "Mounting on a Cubical Wall Partition" section on the Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point...
... Mounting on page 3-9). For lightweight access points, after your controller is operating normally by checking the LEDs. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07 Deploying the Access Points on page 3-8). - For specific ...access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). On power up, verify that your access points are deployed, ensure that the access point is not configured as a ceiling or wall (refer to the "Mounting on a Cubical Wall Partition" section on the Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point...
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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. 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.
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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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.... • The radio LED blinks green to indicate radio traffic activity. Blinking green indicates that the access point is not associated with at least one wireless client. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-2 OL-4309-07 The light is normally off when the Ethernet cable is not communicating, check the three LEDs on...
.... • The radio LED blinks green to indicate radio traffic activity. Blinking green indicates that the access point is not associated with at least one wireless client. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-2 OL-4309-07 The light is normally off when the Ethernet cable is not communicating, check the three LEDs on...
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... green - - At least one wireless client device is operational. No client devices are associated; File system failure. Loading new firmware image. Green Blinking green Red - Red Upgrade Radio LED Green Red Blinking green - Ethernet link is associated with the unit. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-3 Configuration - check...
... green - - At least one wireless client device is operational. No client devices are associated; File system failure. Loading new firmware image. Green Blinking green Red - Red Upgrade Radio LED Green Red Blinking green - Ethernet link is associated with the unit. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-3 Configuration - check...