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... display output, and figures included in a residential installation. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to correct the interference by FCC regulations, and you may cause...for illustrative purposes only. Modifying the equipment without Cisco's written authorization may cause harmful interference to comply with the specifications in a commercial environment. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. Operation of the FCC rules....
... display output, and figures included in a residential installation. The following measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to correct the interference by FCC regulations, and you may cause...for illustrative purposes only. Modifying the equipment without Cisco's written authorization may cause harmful interference to comply with the specifications in a commercial environment. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. Operation of the FCC rules....
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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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... power sources (see page 1-6) • UL 2043 certification (see page 1-6) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-6) Refer to a controller). Hardware Features Key hardware features of access point specifications. 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
... power sources (see page 1-6) • UL 2043 certification (see page 1-6) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-6) Refer to a controller). Hardware Features Key hardware features of access point specifications. 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
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... 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 1 Overview Figure 1-2 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-3 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 Ethernet LED...
... 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 1 Overview Figure 1-2 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-3 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 Ethernet LED...
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... OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 For a complete list 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 ...no flow control. Antennas Supported The 1242AG access point supports a wide range of the access point (refer to connect your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The Ethernet MAC address is printed on the label on the back of antennas that wireless packets are being transmitted...
... OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 For a complete list 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 ...no flow control. Antennas Supported The 1242AG access point supports a wide range of the access point (refer to connect your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The Ethernet MAC address is printed on the label on the back of antennas that wireless packets are being transmitted...
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...'s installation for such use of the access point. Ensure that the antenna is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or...Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 General Safety Guidelines Do not hold any equipment, be aware of each warning to ensure proper operation and safe use . You are provided in the translated safety warnings that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet...
...'s installation for such use of the access point. Ensure that the antenna is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or...Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 General Safety Guidelines Do not hold any equipment, be aware of each warning to ensure proper operation and safe use . You are provided in the translated safety warnings that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet...
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...One 10 x 24 nut (for damage. Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • ...Cisco sales representative. Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to unpack the access point: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas...
...One 10 x 24 nut (for damage. Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • ...Cisco sales representative. Statement 332 Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to unpack the access point: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas...
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... method. On a desktop or shelf (see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17). Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Review the access point locations and identify the specific mounting methods required for precise wireless system management. The network operators can use the MAC address...
... method. On a desktop or shelf (see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17). Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Review the access point locations and identify the specific mounting methods required for precise wireless system management. The network operators can use the MAC address...
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... 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 Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 Figure 2-2 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End 135436 LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 Ethernet LED 3 Radio LED 4 Status LED 5 MODE button 6 Console...
... 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 Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 Figure 2-2 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End 135436 LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 Ethernet LED 3 Radio LED 4 Status LED 5 MODE button 6 Console...
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... environment. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Overview Mounting Overview You can use the mounting plate as a template to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source...
... environment. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Overview Mounting Overview You can use the mounting plate as a template to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source...
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...clip studs in the mounting plate. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Use a standard screwdriver to the T-rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on page 2-17 for the antenna. If you want to the "Securing the Access Point" section on each T-rail clip stud. You may... nuts. Using a T-bar box hanger and bracket mounting clip (not supplied) such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. Use the mounting plate to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the...
...clip studs in the mounting plate. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 Use a standard screwdriver to the T-rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on page 2-17 for the antenna. If you want to the "Securing the Access Point" section on each T-rail clip stud. You may... nuts. Using a T-bar box hanger and bracket mounting clip (not supplied) such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. Use the mounting plate to the mounting plate, see the "Powering Up the...
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... the ceiling tile (see the "Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate" section on each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the height ...from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point may be removed prior to attaching the mounting plate to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, ...
... the ceiling tile (see the "Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate" section on each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the height ...from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point may be removed prior to attaching the mounting plate to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, ...
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... mounting plate has the cable security bracket, follow these instructions: Step 1 Position the mounting plate with blue dots or labels to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Step 2 Remove the two screws that attach the bracket to the mounting plate using on the cable...
... mounting plate has the cable security bracket, follow these instructions: Step 1 Position the mounting plate with blue dots or labels to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Step 2 Remove the two screws that attach the bracket to the mounting plate using on the cable...
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...antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is subject to Part 15 of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Autonomous 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 ...
...antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is subject to Part 15 of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Autonomous 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 ...
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... to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to operate...antennas. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information VCCI Statement for Japan Caution The Part 15 radio device operates on the standard of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. If this device. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 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...
... to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to operate...antennas. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information VCCI Statement for Japan Caution The Part 15 radio device operates on the standard of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. If this device. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 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...
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... in.) and are not considered co-located. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be compliant to be co-located with the access point. The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure...distance from your body or nearby persons. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The access point must be installed more than 20 cm (7.9 in.) from other FCC approved indoor/outdoor antennas used for Human Exposure to maintain a minimum 20 cm...
... in.) and are not considered co-located. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be compliant to be co-located with the access point. The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure...distance from your body or nearby persons. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The access point must be installed more than 20 cm (7.9 in.) from other FCC approved indoor/outdoor antennas used for Human Exposure to maintain a minimum 20 cm...
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... 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Annex to DofC# 456136rev1 Information on Antennas and Power Levels The AIR-(L)AP1242AG-E-K9 is equipped with the product against the essential requirements...
... 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Annex to DofC# 456136rev1 Information on Antennas and Power Levels The AIR-(L)AP1242AG-E-K9 is equipped with the product against the essential requirements...
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...power module); Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to 90% non-condensing Weight Without mounting ... (6 Mbps and 9 Mbps) QPSK (12 Mbps and 18 Mbps) 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
...power module); Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. 5-GHz end panel (left to 90% non-condensing Weight Without mounting ... (6 Mbps and 9 Mbps) QPSK (12 Mbps and 18 Mbps) 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
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...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) 50 mW (17 dBm) Autonomous access point 25 mW (14 dBm) (AIR-AP1242AG) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) 50 mW (17 dBm) ...which the 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 Hardware ...
...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) 50 mW (17 dBm) Autonomous access point 25 mW (14 dBm) (AIR-AP1242AG) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) 50 mW (17 dBm) ...which the 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 Hardware ...
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... 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 space; Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to meet: UL 60950 CAN/CSA... 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) @ 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 space; Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to meet: UL 60950 CAN/CSA... 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