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...Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security 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...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
...Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security 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...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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...to the Access Point Locally 3-20 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 3-20 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points 4-1 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 4-2 Using DHCP Option 43 4-2 Checking the Lightweight Access ...Point LEDs 4-3 Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points 4-5 Intelligent Power Management 4-5 Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands 4-6 Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI 4-7 Configuring...
...to the Access Point Locally 3-20 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 3-20 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points 4-1 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 4-2 Using DHCP Option 43 4-2 Checking the Lightweight Access ...Point LEDs 4-3 Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points 4-5 Intelligent Power Management 4-5 Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands 4-6 Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI 4-7 Configuring...
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... Conformity for RF Exposure B-7 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-8 Japanese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-9 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-9 Chinese Translation B-9 English Translation ... to Deployment F-1 Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points G-1 Overview G-2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points G-3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points G-4 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
... Conformity for RF Exposure B-7 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-8 Japanese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-9 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-9 Chinese Translation B-9 English Translation ... to Deployment F-1 Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points G-1 Overview G-2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points G-3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points G-4 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
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... Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. The 1240AG series access point is organized into these chapters: Chapter 1, "Overview," lists the software and hardware features of the access point and describes the access point's role in autonomous and lightweight configurations... and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix For detailed information about Cisco IOS commands used with the concepts and terminology of wireless local area networks. Preface ...
... Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. The 1240AG series access point is organized into these chapters: Chapter 1, "Overview," lists the software and hardware features of the access point and describes the access point's role in autonomous and lightweight configurations... and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix For detailed information about Cisco IOS commands used with the concepts and terminology of wireless local area networks. Preface ...
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... but could be useful information. Conventions This publication uses these conventions to configure DHCP Option 43 for the access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-8371-05 Appendix C, "Access Point...information for lightweight access points. Conventions Preface Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with controller information. Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for the access point....
... but could be useful information. Conventions This publication uses these conventions to configure DHCP Option 43 for the access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-8371-05 Appendix C, "Access Point...information for lightweight access points. Conventions Preface Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with controller information. Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points," provides troubleshooting procedures for the access point....
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...Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points Click this link to browse to the Cisco Support page: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html To browse to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller documentation, click Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controllers or Cisco 2000 Series Wireless LAN Controllers listed under "Wireless LAN Access." Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series... su integridad física. To browse to the 1240AG series access point documentation, click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series listed under "Wireless LAN Controllers." Related Publications Preface ...
...Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points Click this link to browse to the Cisco Support page: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html To browse to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller documentation, click Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controllers or Cisco 2000 Series Wireless LAN Controllers listed under "Wireless LAN Access." Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series... su integridad física. To browse to the 1240AG series access point documentation, click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series listed under "Wireless LAN Controllers." Related Publications Preface ...
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.... Overview 1 C H A P T E R The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point is a Wi-Fi certified, wireless LAN transceiver. 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). With a management system based on Cisco IOS software, the 1240AG series is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within...
.... Overview 1 C H A P T E R The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point is a Wi-Fi certified, wireless LAN transceiver. 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). With a management system based on Cisco IOS software, the 1240AG series is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within...
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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8371-05 The lightweight access point is tunneled through 8 are pushed to the access point. • Lightweight access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. The lightweight 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g...manages the configuration, firmware, and control transactions such as opposed to autonomous mode). The lightweight 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). In the Cisco Centralized ...
...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8371-05 The lightweight access point is tunneled through 8 are pushed to the access point. • Lightweight access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. The lightweight 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g...manages the configuration, firmware, and control transactions such as opposed to autonomous mode). The lightweight 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). In the Cisco Centralized ...
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... 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 monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is associated to Appendix C, "Access Point...
... 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 monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is associated to Appendix C, "Access Point...
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...The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). Note After completing your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Each radio uses dual-diversity integrated antennas. Antennas Supported The 1242AG access point supports a wide...the access point (refer to your configuration changes, you can connect to open the management system pages: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, No parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control. The 1242G access point supports a single 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware ...
...The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). Note After completing your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Each radio uses dual-diversity integrated antennas. Antennas Supported The 1242AG access point supports a wide...the access point (refer to your configuration changes, you can connect to open the management system pages: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, No parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control. The 1242G access point supports a single 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware ...
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... to a wired LAN, associates to a wired LAN or as the central unit in three common wireless network configurations. The autonomous access point's default configuration is user removable prior to attaching the mounting plate to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the...attaches to the mounting plate and covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 The cable security bracket is as a root unit connected to a root bridge, supports wireless...
... to a wired LAN, associates to a wired LAN or as the central unit in three common wireless network configurations. The autonomous access point's default configuration is user removable prior to attaching the mounting plate to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the...attaches to the mounting plate and covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to a ceiling or wall. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 The cable security bracket is as a root unit connected to a root bridge, supports wireless...
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... the route that blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-7 shows an autonomous access point acting as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access...
... the route that blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-7 shows an autonomous access point acting as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access...
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... bridges interconnect two LAN networks using a wireless communication link (see Figure 1-12). Figure 1-10 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 117029 Root bridge Non-root bridge Workgroup Bridge Network The access point supports a workgroup bridge role to interconnect remote Ethernet workstations to the main ...11 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with an Access Point 135448 Access point Workgroup bridge Figure 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a Bridge Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05
... bridges interconnect two LAN networks using a wireless communication link (see Figure 1-12). Figure 1-10 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 117029 Root bridge Non-root bridge Workgroup Bridge Network The access point supports a workgroup bridge role to interconnect remote Ethernet workstations to the main ...11 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with an Access Point 135448 Access point Workgroup bridge Figure 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a Bridge Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05
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Figure 1-13 Typical Lightweight Access Point Network Configuration Example LWAPP LWAPP 158085 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-13 Layer 3 operation is scalable and recommended by Cisco. Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points Network Example with Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access points support Layer 3 network operation. This section...
Figure 1-13 Typical Lightweight Access Point Network Configuration Example LWAPP LWAPP 158085 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-13 Layer 3 operation is scalable and recommended by Cisco. Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points Network Example with Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access points support Layer 3 network operation. This section...
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...deployment is typically used for this URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html • Ensure that is called priming the access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-8371-05 Controller... Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points" section on page G-1. • DNS server discovery-The access point uses the name CISCO-LWAPP-CONTROLLER. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option. The process of -the-box) access points that you configure...
...deployment is typically used for this URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html • Ensure that is called priming the access point. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-8371-05 Controller... Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points" section on page G-1. • DNS server discovery-The access point uses the name CISCO-LWAPP-CONTROLLER. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option. The process of -the-box) access points that you configure...
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... plans to your network planner or manager. Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For lightweight access points, record the access point MAC address on page 2-17). When...access points. - Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). Ensure that your controllers are operational and properly configured. • For lightweight access points, perform these tasks: - Ensure that the access point is reachable by your access points. Chapter...
... plans to your network planner or manager. Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For lightweight access points, record the access point MAC address on page 2-17). When...access points. - Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). Ensure that your controllers are operational and properly configured. • For lightweight access points, perform these tasks: - Ensure that the access point is reachable by your access points. Chapter...
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... the 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 2-2 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End 135436 LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna ...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
... the 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 2-2 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End 135436 LEFT 5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC RIGHT / PRIMARY 3 1 2 1 5-GHz antenna ...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
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... Test, page 3-13 • Running the Ping Test, page 3-14 • Resetting to the Default Configuration, page 3-14 • Reloading the Access Point Image, page 3-16 • Obtaining the Access Point Image File, page 3-19 • Obtaining the TFTP Server Software, page 3-20 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-1
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Red Off Yellow Ethernet failure. Amber Off Yellow Configuration recovery in progress and Mode button is released. Off Red Pink Image recovery (Mode button pressed for 20 to 30 seconds) Blinking green ... LED Signals (continued) Message type Ethernet LED Radio LED Status LED Meaning Boot loader warnings Off Off Yellow Ethernet link not operational. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-3 and off Amber Amber Blinking red Boot environment error. Blinking amber - and blue-green Amber Off Blinking red Bad ...
Red Off Yellow Ethernet failure. Amber Off Yellow Configuration recovery in progress and Mode button is released. Off Red Pink Image recovery (Mode button pressed for 20 to 30 seconds) Blinking green ... LED Signals (continued) Message type Ethernet LED Radio LED Status LED Meaning Boot loader warnings Off Off Yellow Ethernet link not operational. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-3 and off Amber Amber Blinking red Boot environment error. Blinking amber - and blue-green Amber Off Blinking red Bad ...
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... it does not receive an IP address, continues to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on configuring the SSID. Checking Basic Settings Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1240 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)JA or later software with the access...
... it does not receive an IP address, continues to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on configuring the SSID. Checking Basic Settings Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1240 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)JA or later software with the access...