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OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xiii Preface Locating the Product Serial Number Locating the Product Serial Number The access point serial number is on the bottom of manufacture, such as Made in Singapore You need your product serial number when requesting support from the Cisco Technical Assistance Center. Figure 1 Location of...
OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xiii Preface Locating the Product Serial Number Locating the Product Serial Number The access point serial number is on the bottom of manufacture, such as Made in Singapore You need your product serial number when requesting support from the Cisco Technical Assistance Center. Figure 1 Location of...
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... professionals. Autonomous Access Points Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G) provides a secure, affordable, and easy-to the 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). In large installations, wireless users within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... professionals. Autonomous Access Points Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G) provides a secure, affordable, and easy-to the 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). In large installations, wireless users within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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... authentication. After an access point joins a controller, you use a lightweight access point: • Lightweight access points can configure the radio settings. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8371-05 Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series controllers are not supported because they are part of eight wireless LANs per access point. The lightweight 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios...
... authentication. After an access point joins a controller, you use a lightweight access point: • Lightweight access points can configure the radio settings. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8371-05 Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series controllers are not supported because they are part of eight wireless LANs per access point. The lightweight 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios...
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...Supported Table 1-1 lists the supported access point antennas. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation using a 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio and a 5-GHz 802.11a radio. The access point can receive power through the ... the access point (refer to your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The 5-GHz radio incorporates an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) radio transceiver operating in the UNII 5-GHz frequency bands. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
...Supported Table 1-1 lists the supported access point antennas. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation using a 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio and a 5-GHz 802.11a radio. The access point can receive power through the ... the access point (refer to your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The 5-GHz radio incorporates an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) radio transceiver operating in the UNII 5-GHz frequency bands. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
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...: • Power module • Inline power: - the bottom plate might be hot. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - Note After completing your computer's COM port to the access point's serial console port. (Refer to open the management system pages: 9600 baud, 8 data ...connected to the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the wired Ethernet LAN and provides Ethernet error indications. • The Radio LED signals that wireless packets are being transmitted or received ...
...: • Power module • Inline power: - the bottom plate might be hot. Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) - Note After completing your computer's COM port to the access point's serial console port. (Refer to open the management system pages: 9600 baud, 8 data ...connected to the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on page 3-2 or the "Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs" section on the wired Ethernet LAN and provides Ethernet error indications. • The Radio LED signals that wireless packets are being transmitted or received ...
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... Some switches and patch panels might not provide enough power to operate the access point with Security Hasp and Padlock 135442 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 2 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY 1 Security hasp 2 Security padlock OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 the AIR-PWRINJ3 power injector and the power module are Master Lock models 120T and...
... Some switches and patch panels might not provide enough power to operate the access point with Security Hasp and Padlock 135442 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 2 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY 1 Security hasp 2 Security padlock OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 the AIR-PWRINJ3 power injector and the power module are Master Lock models 120T and...
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... to use and must be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. 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...
... to use and must be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. 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...
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... spacers Yes Two 1/4-20 Keps nuts with built-in washers Yes Standard screwdriver, wrench, or pliers No Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-8 OL-8371-05 Table 2-1 Material Needed to the section containing the specific mounting procedure. ...Mounting Overview Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Note The access point provides adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in environmental air space in accordance with Section 300-22(C) of the National Electrical ...
... spacers Yes Two 1/4-20 Keps nuts with built-in washers Yes Standard screwdriver, wrench, or pliers No Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-8 OL-8371-05 Table 2-1 Material Needed to the section containing the specific mounting procedure. ...Mounting Overview Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Note The access point provides adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in environmental air space in accordance with Section 300-22(C) of the National Electrical ...
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... or power modules have been tested to UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. 2-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Figure 2-5 Above Suspended Ceiling Parts 4 3 5 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY 2.4 GHz LEFT 48VDC STATUS ETHERRANDIETO CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 2 1 3 2 1 135583 1 Suspended...
... or power modules have been tested to UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. 2-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Figure 2-5 Above Suspended Ceiling Parts 4 3 5 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY 2.4 GHz LEFT 48VDC STATUS ETHERRANDIETO CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 2 1 3 2 1 135583 1 Suspended...
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... 2950 SERIES 24 21300Base-FX24 Option 2 Switch without sufficient inline power can use the power injector: - Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) • Option 3-Local power using the power module 2-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 An inline power capable switch, such as defined by Environment A of...
... 2950 SERIES 24 21300Base-FX24 Option 2 Switch without sufficient inline power can use the power injector: - Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) • Option 3-Local power using the power module 2-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 An inline power capable switch, such as defined by Environment A of...
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...series autonomous access point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G). For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html...; 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
...series autonomous access point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G). For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html...; 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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... Command Using the CLI Follow these steps to issue the Cisco IOS command for Cisco Aironet Access Points), enter the command below that applies to your power configuration (see Table 3-2): • power inline negotiation injector ... the access point. The Cisco switch uses Intelligent Power Management to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. Support for Intelligent Power Management might not be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB. 3. Low Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Caution If the access point receives ...
... Command Using the CLI Follow these steps to issue the Cisco IOS command for Cisco Aironet Access Points), enter the command below that applies to your power configuration (see Table 3-2): • power inline negotiation injector ... the access point. The Cisco switch uses Intelligent Power Management to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. Support for Intelligent Power Management might not be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB. 3. Low Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Caution If the access point receives ...
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... Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Table 3-3 Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands (continued) Power Source Access Point System Power Settings Cisco Switch Power Command Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power Management1...Cisco power source to your access point operating in full-power mode, choose System Software > System Configuration. If you browse to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. When you are not required. 3-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Table 3-3 Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands (continued) Power Source Access Point System Power Settings Cisco Switch Power Command Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power Management1...Cisco power source to your access point operating in full-power mode, choose System Software > System Configuration. If you browse to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. When you are not required. 3-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... using the utility. 3-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Caution Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot. Cisco recommends the shareware TFTP utility ...Access Points Connecting to the Access Point Locally If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from several web sites. At the prompts, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is AIR...
... using the utility. 3-20 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Caution Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot. Cisco recommends the shareware TFTP utility ...Access Points Connecting to the Access Point Locally If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from several web sites. At the prompts, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is AIR...
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... the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html Sections in this chapter include: • Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points, page 4-2 • Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs, page 4-3 • Low Power Condition for basic problems with the 1240AG series lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR...
... the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html Sections in this chapter include: • Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points, page 4-2 • Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs, page 4-3 • Low Power Condition for basic problems with the 1240AG series lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR...
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...used to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. 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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-7 Refer to Table 4-2 for your Cisco power source to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management. Power injector must comply with a non-Cisco switch None required - 802.3af compliant non-Cisco...
...used to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. 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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-7 Refer to Table 4-2 for your Cisco power source to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management. Power injector must comply with a non-Cisco switch None required - 802.3af compliant non-Cisco...
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... handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot. Browse to http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace... the information and enter the Cisco.com user profile or detailed ...Cisco part number for the DB-9 to download the image file. c. Connecting to the Access Point Locally If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from the access point...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-11 Click Download. Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point ...
... handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot. Browse to http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace... the information and enter the Cisco.com user profile or detailed ...Cisco part number for the DB-9 to download the image file. c. Connecting to the Access Point Locally If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from the access point...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-11 Click Download. Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point ...
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...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 Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-...cause harmful interference. These limits are designed to correct the interference by one of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not ...
...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 Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-...cause harmful interference. These limits are designed to correct the interference by one of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not ...
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.... Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-E-K9 AIR-AP1242G-E-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-E-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-E-K9 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-4 OL-8371-05 This device may cause undesired operation.
.... Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-E-K9 AIR-AP1242G-E-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-E-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-E-K9 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-4 OL-8371-05 This device may cause undesired operation.
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... specified low-power radio stations of RF-ID, contact the number below and ask for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-J-K9 AIR-AP1242G-P-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-J-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-P-K9 Japanese Translation 43768 03-6434-6500 English Translation This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as...
... specified low-power radio stations of RF-ID, contact the number below and ask for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-J-K9 AIR-AP1242G-P-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-J-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-P-K9 Japanese Translation 43768 03-6434-6500 English Translation This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as...