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... Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. The following information is for Class A or Class B digital devices. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna ...Cisco Systems, Inc.; The Cisco implementation of TCP header compression is causing interference by Cisco Systems, Inc. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER WARRANTY HEREIN, ALL DOCUMENT FILES AND SOFTWARE OF THESE SUPPLIERS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITH ALL FAULTS. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
... Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. The following information is for Class A or Class B digital devices. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna ...Cisco Systems, Inc.; The Cisco implementation of TCP header compression is causing interference by Cisco Systems, Inc. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER WARRANTY HEREIN, ALL DOCUMENT FILES AND SOFTWARE OF THESE SUPPLIERS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITH ALL FAULTS. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
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...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 All-Wireless Network 1-11 Bridge Network with Wireless Clients 1-11 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Network 1-12 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-13 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
...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 All-Wireless Network 1-11 Bridge Network with Wireless Clients 1-11 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Network 1-12 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-13 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
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... the Cisco IOS documentation set available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click Cisco IOS Software > Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.3 Mainline. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click Wireless and the documentation is available in your autonomous or lightweight access point. Purpose This guide provides the information you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller...
... the Cisco IOS documentation set available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click Cisco IOS Software > Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.3 Mainline. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix On the Technical Support & Documentation home page, click Wireless and the documentation is available in your autonomous or lightweight access point. Purpose This guide provides the information you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller...
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... lightweight access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Maximum Power Levels," lists the autonomous access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported by the world's regulatory domains. Note Means reader take note. Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," lists technical specifications for basic problems with the autonomous access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-8371-05 Appendix B, "Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to configure DHCP...
... lightweight access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Maximum Power Levels," lists the autonomous access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported by the world's regulatory domains. Note Means reader take note. Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," lists technical specifications for basic problems with the autonomous access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-8371-05 Appendix B, "Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to configure DHCP...
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... a management system based on Cisco IOS software, the 1240AG series is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration settings maintained within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. The autonomous 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as a bridge. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Autonomous Access Points Cisco...
... a management system based on Cisco IOS software, the 1240AG series is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration settings maintained within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. The autonomous 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as a bridge. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Autonomous Access Points Cisco...
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...use a lightweight access point: • Lightweight access points can only communicate with Cisco 2006 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers. The controller manages the configuration, firmware, and control transactions such as opposed to autonomous mode). This chapter provides information on the access point and controller do not match. When a lightweight access point associates to support access points running Cisco IOS software. • Lightweight access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
...use a lightweight access point: • Lightweight access points can only communicate with Cisco 2006 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers. The controller manages the configuration, firmware, and control transactions such as opposed to autonomous mode). This chapter provides information on the access point and controller do not match. When a lightweight access point associates to support access points running Cisco IOS software. • Lightweight access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... console port can connect to monitor the access point power-up sequences using a 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio and a 5-GHz 802.11a radio. Note After completing your configuration changes, you can be used to the RP-TNC connectors on page xiii). The Ethernet MAC address is called Radio1. Figure 1-2 shows the location of antennas that wireless packets are being transmitted or received over the radio interface and provides radio error indications...
... console port can connect to monitor the access point power-up sequences using a 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio and a 5-GHz 802.11a radio. Note After completing your configuration changes, you can be used to the RP-TNC connectors on page xiii). The Ethernet MAC address is called Radio1. Figure 1-2 shows the location of antennas that wireless packets are being transmitted or received over the radio interface and provides radio error indications...
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... power error indication and creates an error log entry (refer to UL 2043 for operation in accordance with Section 300-22(c) of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard and Cisco CDP Power Negotiation. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - the AIR-PWRINJ3 power injector and the power module are three methods of securing the access point: Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... power error indication and creates an error log entry (refer to UL 2043 for operation in accordance with Section 300-22(c) of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard and Cisco CDP Power Negotiation. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - the AIR-PWRINJ3 power injector and the power module are three methods of securing the access point: Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... supports wired network devices. • Root bridge-Connected to a wired LAN and supports non-root bridges and wireless clients. • Non-root bridge -Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. The autonomous access point's default configuration is user removable prior to attaching the mounting plate to a wired LAN or as a root unit connected to a ceiling or wall. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... supports wired network devices. • Root bridge-Connected to a wired LAN and supports non-root bridges and wireless clients. • Non-root bridge -Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. The autonomous access point's default configuration is user removable prior to attaching the mounting plate to a wired LAN or as a root unit connected to a ceiling or wall. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. Figure 1-6 shows access points acting as Root Units on a wired LAN. The roaming process is connected to the LAN, users can roam from one access point, they automatically connect to the network. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the user. Figure 1-6 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. Figure 1-6 shows access points acting as Root Units on a wired LAN. The roaming process is connected to the LAN, users can roam from one access point, they automatically connect to the network. Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the user. Figure 1-6 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... best performance for instructions on setting up an access point as a repeater. The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. Figure 1-7 shows an autonomous access point acting as a repeater. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Network Examples with repeater access...
... best performance for instructions on setting up an access point as a repeater. The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. Figure 1-7 shows an autonomous access point acting as a repeater. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Network Examples with repeater access...
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...-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Ensure that a DHCP server with untagged access ports for precise wireless system management. To deploy your access points, follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Obtain the access point location map created during your network planner or manager. The network operators can use the MAC address and location information to create maps for connecting your network infrastructure devices are connected to the mounting plate (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables...
...-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Ensure that a DHCP server with untagged access ports for precise wireless system management. To deploy your access points, follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Obtain the access point location map created during your network planner or manager. The network operators can use the MAC address and location information to create maps for connecting your network infrastructure devices are connected to the mounting plate (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables...
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... supplying the required power for full operation, but some high-power inline power sources, might not be set WEP Key 3 on setting the access point's WEP keys. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco Intelligent Power Management for the access point Ethernet port is the MAC address for the client adapter driver and firmware versions that displays on the length of the interconnecting cable. When the access point is unable to authenticate with your access point and any wireless devices...
... supplying the required power for full operation, but some high-power inline power sources, might not be set WEP Key 3 on setting the access point's WEP keys. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco Intelligent Power Management for the access point Ethernet port is the MAC address for the client adapter driver and firmware versions that displays on the length of the interconnecting cable. When the access point is unable to authenticate with your access point and any wireless devices...
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... access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Port with IEEE802.3af or IEC60950 for several power options. The power source must comply with MAC Address (unchecked) Cisco Switch Power Command power inline never power inline auto OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-11 Table 3-3 lists the access point system power settings and the Cisco switch power commands for limited power sources. Table 3-3 Access Point...
... access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Port with IEEE802.3af or IEC60950 for several power options. The power source must comply with MAC Address (unchecked) Cisco Switch Power Command power inline never power inline auto OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-11 Table 3-3 lists the access point system power settings and the Cisco switch power commands for limited power sources. Table 3-3 Access Point...
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... Internet browser. An Enter Network Password page displays. Using the Web Browser Interface Follow these steps to delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the factory defaults using the web browser interface. Step 1 Open your browser pop-up blocker. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Enter the access point's IP address in -line power) from the access point. The Summary Status page displays. At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. Hold the MODE button until the Ethernet LED turns...
... Internet browser. An Enter Network Password page displays. Using the Web Browser Interface Follow these steps to delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the factory defaults using the web browser interface. Step 1 Open your browser pop-up blocker. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Enter the access point's IP address in -line power) from the access point. The Summary Status page displays. At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. Hold the MODE button until the Ethernet LED turns...
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... power jack for external power or the Ethernet cable for in -line power, use the MODE button when the access point has a corrupt firmware image. Reloading the Access Point Image If your access point experiences a firmware failure or a corrupt firmware image, indicated by the Status LED turning an amber color, you reconnect power to reload the access point image file from a connected TFTP server. For additional information, refer to factory defaults, including passwords, WEP keys, the access point IP address, and SSIDs. Reloading the Access Point Image Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
... power jack for external power or the Ethernet cable for in -line power, use the MODE button when the access point has a corrupt firmware image. Reloading the Access Point Image If your access point experiences a firmware failure or a corrupt firmware image, indicated by the Status LED turning an amber color, you reconnect power to reload the access point image file from a connected TFTP server. For additional information, refer to factory defaults, including passwords, WEP keys, the access point IP address, and SSIDs. Reloading the Access Point Image Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...
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... console port using the utility. 3-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console port: Step 1 Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45 console port on the access point and to communicate with the access point. Step 2 Step 3 Set up a terminal emulator on your configuration changes, you can download TFTP server software from the access point. Connecting...
... console port using the utility. 3-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console port: Step 1 Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45 console port on the access point and to communicate with the access point. Step 2 Step 3 Set up a terminal emulator on your configuration changes, you can download TFTP server software from the access point. Connecting...
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... a DHCP server, you can manually configure needed controller information using the access point CLI. Table 4-2 Using CLI Power Commands CLI Commands Power Source Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power None required Management1 power inline auto Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power Management1 Power injector2 used with a Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power Management1 Power injector2 used with a Cisco switch that is unable to supply sufficient power. •...
... a DHCP server, you can manually configure needed controller information using the access point CLI. Table 4-2 Using CLI Power Commands CLI Commands Power Source Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power None required Management1 power inline auto Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power Management1 Power injector2 used with a Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power Management1 Power injector2 used with a Cisco switch that is unable to supply sufficient power. •...
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... the controller configured Enable password to connect with a controller. Configuring Controller Information To manually configure controller information on a new (out-of -box) Enable password is the access point name on the controller. After connecting with the controller, the controller reconfigures the access point with new controller settings, but the static IP addresses for the access point and the default gateway are used by the access point to enter the CLI EXEC mode. clear lwapp private-config Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-8 OL...
... the controller configured Enable password to connect with a controller. Configuring Controller Information To manually configure controller information on a new (out-of -box) Enable password is the access point name on the controller. After connecting with the controller, the controller reconfigures the access point with new controller settings, but the static IP addresses for the access point and the default gateway are used by the access point to enter the CLI EXEC mode. clear lwapp private-config Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-8 OL...
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... Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Use these controller CLI commands to access the Cisco Software Center at this URL: http://www.cisco.com. The Enter Password window appears. Click on the ocntroller.) Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File The autonomous access point image file can register from your Internet browser to view and configure the MODE button: 1) config ap rst-button enable /all 2) config ap rst-button disable /all LEDs turning green followed by the Status LED blinking green. message, click Yes. The Select a Software Type...
... Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Use these controller CLI commands to access the Cisco Software Center at this URL: http://www.cisco.com. The Enter Password window appears. Click on the ocntroller.) Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File The autonomous access point image file can register from your Internet browser to view and configure the MODE button: 1) config ap rst-button enable /all 2) config ap rst-button disable /all LEDs turning green followed by the Status LED blinking green. message, click Yes. The Select a Software Type...