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...OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS MANUAL, EVEN IF CISCO OR ITS SUPPLIERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ... may result in the equipment no guarantee that event, your own expense. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to correct the interference by the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) as part...
...OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS MANUAL, EVEN IF CISCO OR ITS SUPPLIERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ... may result in the equipment no guarantee that event, your own expense. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to correct the interference by the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) as part...
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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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... Key hardware features of access point specifications. 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 a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio...
... Key hardware features of access point specifications. 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 a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio...
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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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... 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). Use an RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable to connect your computer's COM port to the access point's serial...
... 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). Use an RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable to connect your computer's COM port to the access point's serial...
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... . Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in the translated safety warnings that could cause bodily injury. General Safety ...building's installation for human exposure to be aware of the access point. When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this device. Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the guidelines in OET-65 and ANSI C95...
... . Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in the translated safety warnings that could cause bodily injury. General Safety ...building's installation for human exposure to be aware of the access point. When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in this device. Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the guidelines in OET-65 and ANSI C95...
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...; Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit - pan head Phillips sheet metal screws - Ensure that all packing materials to the shipping container and save it. Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in . One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas...
...; Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit - pan head Phillips sheet metal screws - Ensure that all packing materials to the shipping container and save it. Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in . One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas...
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... the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). For instructions see the "Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf" section on page 2-20. For additional information, refer to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the access point location map. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). For instructions see the "Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf" section on page 2-20. For additional information, refer to the "Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the access point location map. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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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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.... OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 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 ...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 can mount the access point on any of the mounting holes for operation in a building...
.... OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 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 ...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 can mount the access point on any of the mounting holes for operation in a building...
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... and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. If using recessed ceiling tiles, install a plastic spacer on each stud. To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on page 2-22). OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Attach...
... and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. If using recessed ceiling tiles, install a plastic spacer on each stud. To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on page 2-22). OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Attach...
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...for additional information. Connect a drop wire to the mounting plate, see the "Securing the Access Point" section on the T-bar Box hanger. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to ...tile (see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on page 2-16. Verify the access point is required in order to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 For information on connecting the access point cables, see the "Connecting the Ethernet ...
...for additional information. Connect a drop wire to the mounting plate, see the "Securing the Access Point" section on the T-bar Box hanger. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to ...tile (see the "Powering Up the Access Point" section on page 2-16. Verify the access point is required in order to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 For information on connecting the access point cables, see the "Connecting the Ethernet ...
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... cause the switch to shut down , you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source. Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables 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. Using two power sources on page 2-14). Step...
... cause the switch to shut down , you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source. Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables 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. Using two power sources on page 2-14). Step...
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...Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight 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 the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: 1. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point... is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the...
...Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight 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 the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the following two conditions: 1. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point... is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the...
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...antennas. Install and use the equipment according to co-channel Mobile Satellite System (MSS) operations. VCCI Statement for Japan Warning This is used near a radio or 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...harmful interference to the instruction manual. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity ...
...antennas. Install and use the equipment according to co-channel Mobile Satellite System (MSS) operations. VCCI Statement for Japan Warning This is used near a radio or 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...harmful interference to the instruction manual. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity ...
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Note Dual antennas used with the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure The radio has been found to be compliant to ...• Safety: EN 60950 The following CE mark is affixed to the access point with a 2.4 GHz radio and a 54 Mbps, 5 GHz radio: Declaration of 8 cm (3.2 in.) and are not considered co-located. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be installed more than 20 ...
Note Dual antennas used with the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure The radio has been found to be compliant to ...• Safety: EN 60950 The following CE mark is affixed to the access point with a 2.4 GHz radio and a 54 Mbps, 5 GHz radio: Declaration of 8 cm (3.2 in.) and are not considered co-located. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be installed more than 20 ...
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... Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 This Declaration of Conformity also covers the antennas listed in table 1 and table 2 as they were assessed in a total eirp level below are also outside the scope of this document. For each of the antennas, the tables list the...
... Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 This Declaration of Conformity also covers the antennas listed in table 1 and table 2 as they were assessed in a total eirp level below are also outside the scope of this document. For each of the antennas, the tables list the...
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... (for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. D x 1.1 in . right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. W x 8.5 in . H 16.8 cm W x 21.6 cm... 16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 Table C-1 Access Point Specifications 802.11G Radio Specifications Category 802.11b 802.11g 802.11A Radio Specifications Size 6.6 in ...
... (for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. D x 1.1 in . right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. W x 8.5 in . H 16.8 cm W x 21.6 cm... 16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 Table C-1 Access Point Specifications 802.11G Radio Specifications Category 802.11b 802.11g 802.11A Radio Specifications Size 6.6 in ...
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...access point 2 mW (2 dBm) is installed) 1 mW (-1 dBm) Lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG) 50 mW (17 dBm) 25 mW (14 dBm) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna...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...
...access point 2 mW (2 dBm) is installed) 1 mW (-1 dBm) Lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG) 50 mW (17 dBm) 25 mW (14 dBm) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna...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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... m) @ 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. Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector... Japan ARIB-STD-66 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
... m) @ 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. Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector... Japan ARIB-STD-66 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