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Contents Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 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 ...3-11 4 C H A P T E R 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Autonomous Access Points 4-1 Upgrade Overview 4-2 Unpacking the Radio 4-2 Removing the Back Cover 4-3 Removing a 2.4-GHz Radio 4-4 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-4309-07
Contents Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 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 ...3-11 4 C H A P T E R 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Autonomous Access Points 4-1 Upgrade Overview 4-2 Unpacking the Radio 4-2 Removing the Back Cover 4-3 Removing a 2.4-GHz Radio 4-4 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-4309-07
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... Enabling the Radio Interfaces 5-5 SSID 5-5 WEP Keys 5-5 Security Settings 5-5 Running the Carrier Busy Test 5-6 Running the Ping or Link Test 5-7 Resetting to the Default Configuration 5-7 Using the MODE Button 5-8 Using the Web Browser Interface 5-8 Reloading the Access Point Image 5-9 Using the MODE button 5-9 Web Browser Interface 5-10 Browser HTTP Interface... Access Point to Autonomous Mode 6-5 MODE Button Setting 6-6 Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File 6-6 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 6-7 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide v
... Enabling the Radio Interfaces 5-5 SSID 5-5 WEP Keys 5-5 Security Settings 5-5 Running the Carrier Busy Test 5-6 Running the Ping or Link Test 5-7 Resetting to the Default Configuration 5-7 Using the MODE Button 5-8 Using the Web Browser Interface 5-8 Reloading the Access Point Image 5-9 Using the MODE button 5-9 Web Browser Interface 5-10 Browser HTTP Interface... Access Point to Autonomous Mode 6-5 MODE Button Setting 6-6 Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File 6-6 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 6-7 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide v
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... Maximum Power Levels D-1 E A P P E N D I X Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment E-1 F A P P E N D I X Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points F-1 Overview F-2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points F-3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Access Points F-4 GLOSSARY INDEX Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-4309...
... Maximum Power Levels D-1 E A P P E N D I X Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment E-1 F A P P E N D I X Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points F-1 Overview F-2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points F-3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Access Points F-4 GLOSSARY INDEX Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-4309...
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... software and hardware features of the access point and describes the access point's role in autonomous and lightweight configurations. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you need to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click...
... software and hardware features of the access point and describes the access point's role in autonomous and lightweight configurations. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you need to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click...
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... publication uses these conventions to access the document that provides translations of conformity and regulatory information for the access point. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide viii OL-4309-07 Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings,"indicates how to ... • Commands and keywords are in boldface text. • Arguments for which you supply values are in this publication. Appendix F, "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points," describes the procedure to mount the access point on a desktop, wall, or ceiling. Chapter ...
... publication uses these conventions to access the document that provides translations of conformity and regulatory information for the access point. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide viii OL-4309-07 Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings,"indicates how to ... • Commands and keywords are in boldface text. • Arguments for which you supply values are in this publication. Appendix F, "Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points," describes the procedure to mount the access point on a desktop, wall, or ceiling. Chapter ...
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... Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 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. The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. You can roam throughout a facility while maintaining seamless access to operate as the center point...
... Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 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. The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. You can roam throughout a facility while maintaining seamless access to operate as the center point...
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...joins a controller, you can reassign it an LWAPP join request. This chapter provides information on your network. The controller manages the configuration, firmware, and controls transactions such as opposed to any controller on the following topics: • Hardware Features, page 1-3 ...integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g). In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. Using a controller, you can configure the radio settings. LWAPP secures the control communication between the lightweight...
...joins a controller, you can reassign it an LWAPP join request. This chapter provides information on your network. The controller manages the configuration, firmware, and controls transactions such as opposed to any controller on the following topics: • Hardware Features, page 1-3 ...integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g). In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as 802.1x authentication. Using a controller, you can configure the radio settings. LWAPP secures the control communication between the lightweight...
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... 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. The autonomous access point's default configuration is encased in a durable plastic enclosure having adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in an all-wireless network. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. The autonomous access point's default configuration is encased in a durable plastic enclosure having adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in an all-wireless network. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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...through the route that blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Note Non-Cisco client 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. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with ...
...through the route that blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Note Non-Cisco client 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. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with ...
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... client device. Figure 1-5 shows an autonomous access point in an all stations together. 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 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter...access point serves as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network Access point 135443 Workgroup Bridge Configuration When configured in workgroup bridge mode and is not attached to a Cisco Aironet bridge. The autonomous access point is associated to and from the main LAN using...
... client device. Figure 1-5 shows an autonomous access point in an all stations together. 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 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter...access point serves as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network Access point 135443 Workgroup Bridge Configuration When configured in workgroup bridge mode and is not attached to a Cisco Aironet bridge. The autonomous access point is associated to and from the main LAN using...
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... 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-9 158085 This configuration allows the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Typically, an access point can be over a longer distance than an access point supports. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 135499 Bridge Workgroup bridge Network Example with Lightweight...
... 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-9 158085 This configuration allows the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless bridge device. Typically, an access point can be over a longer distance than an access point supports. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 135499 Bridge Workgroup bridge Network Example with Lightweight...
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...was previously associated to your access points. For lightweight access points, Cisco recommends that is reachable by your access points, follow these steps: a. Deploying the Access Points on page E-1. When you configure a DHCP server with Option 43 to provide the controller IP addresses... to the access points. Cisco switches provide a DHCP server option that you have completed the access point deployment, return...
...was previously associated to your access points. For lightweight access points, Cisco recommends that is reachable by your access points, follow these steps: a. Deploying the Access Points on page E-1. When you configure a DHCP server with Option 43 to provide the controller IP addresses... to the access points. Cisco switches provide a DHCP server option that you have completed the access point deployment, return...
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...Power Cables" section on page 3-9). d. For instructions see the "Using the Desktop Holster" section on page 2-7. A master controller should only be used for configuring access points and not in a working network. Above a suspended ceiling (refer to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 5-2 or the... 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 b. Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. For specific instructions, see these sections: - e. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07
...Power Cables" section on page 3-9). d. For instructions see the "Using the Desktop Holster" section on page 2-7. A master controller should only be used for configuring access points and not in a working network. Above a suspended ceiling (refer to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 5-2 or the... 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 b. Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. For specific instructions, see these sections: - e. Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-4309-07
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Step 1 Step 2 Connect the Ethernet cable and power jack. See Figure 3-6. Figure 3-6 Security Hasp Adapter 81177 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-7 Therefore, you must use the Ethernet cable to the access point. Verify that the access point is ... each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Chapter 3 Mounting Instructions Using the Security Hasp Adapter Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Configure the ends of the T-bar box hanger to allow for mounting above .
Step 1 Step 2 Connect the Ethernet cable and power jack. See Figure 3-6. Figure 3-6 Security Hasp Adapter 81177 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-7 Therefore, you must use the Ethernet cable to the access point. Verify that the access point is ... each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Chapter 3 Mounting Instructions Using the Security Hasp Adapter Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Configure the ends of the T-bar box hanger to allow for mounting above .
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... settings will be able to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Pointsfor complete instructions on an ESD-protected work surface. 4. Remove the access point's back cover. 5. Unpacking the Radio Each 2.4-GHz (IEEE...install the new radio, all cables and power connections from the access point. 2. Follow standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures. 3. Place the access point on configuring the new radio. It is removed. Install the new 2.4-GHz radio card. 7. Note After you upgrade to the "Finding the Software Version" section. ...
... settings will be able to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Pointsfor complete instructions on an ESD-protected work surface. 4. Remove the access point's back cover. 5. Unpacking the Radio Each 2.4-GHz (IEEE...install the new radio, all cables and power connections from the access point. 2. Follow standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures. 3. Place the access point on configuring the new radio. It is removed. Install the new 2.4-GHz radio card. 7. Note After you upgrade to the "Finding the Software Version" section. ...
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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. Chapter 4 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Cisco Aironet Access Points. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-9 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. Chapter 4 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade for Cisco Aironet Access Points. OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-9 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.
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..., page 5-6 • Running the Ping or Link Test, page 5-7 • Resetting to the Default Configuration, page 5-7 • Reloading the Access Point Image, page 5-9 • Obtaining the Access Point Image File, page 5-11 • Obtaining the TFTP Server Software, page 5-11 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-1
..., page 5-6 • Running the Ping or Link Test, page 5-7 • Resetting to the Default Configuration, page 5-7 • Reloading the Access Point Image, page 5-9 • Obtaining the Access Point Image File, page 5-11 • Obtaining the TFTP Server Software, page 5-11 OL-4309-07 Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 5-1
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... Board initialization test Flash memory test. Red Red - General warning. - Loading new firmware image. Green Blinking green Red - Configuration - Red Red Green Green Amber Green - Meaning DRAM memory test. Transmitting/receiving radio packets. Ethernet failure during image recovery. ... Status LED - DRAM memory test failure. Boot environment error. Resetting the configuration options to factory defaults. Red Upgrade Radio LED Green Red Blinking green - No Cisco IOS image file. Transmitting/receiving Ethernet packets. At least one wireless client device...
... Board initialization test Flash memory test. Red Red - General warning. - Loading new firmware image. Green Blinking green Red - Configuration - Red Red Green Green Amber Green - Meaning DRAM memory test. Transmitting/receiving radio packets. Ethernet failure during image recovery. ... Status LED - DRAM memory test failure. Boot environment error. Resetting the configuration options to factory defaults. Red Upgrade Radio LED Green Red Blinking green - No Cisco IOS image file. Transmitting/receiving Ethernet packets. At least one wireless client device...