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... Power Source 2-21 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-22 Powering Up the Access Point 2-22 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points 3-1 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 3-2 Checking Basic Settings 3-3 Default IP Address Behavior 3-4 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-4 SSID 3-4 WEP Keys 3-4 Security Settings 3-5 Low Power Condition 3-5 Intelligent Power Management 3-6 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... Power Source 2-21 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-22 Powering Up the Access Point 2-22 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points 3-1 Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs 3-2 Checking Basic Settings 3-3 Default IP Address Behavior 3-4 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-4 SSID 3-4 WEP Keys 3-4 Security Settings 3-5 Low Power Condition 3-5 Intelligent Power Management 3-6 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... Interface 3-17 Browser TFTP Interface 3-18 Obtaining the Access Point Image File 3-19 Connecting 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...
... Interface 3-17 Browser TFTP Interface 3-18 Obtaining the Access Point Image File 3-19 Connecting 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...
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... guide with autonomous access points, you need to connect Ethernet, serial, and power cables, and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. On the Technical...
... guide with autonomous access points, you need to connect Ethernet, serial, and power cables, and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. On the Technical...
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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 the access point's serial console port. 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. Appendix G, "Configuring...
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 the access point's serial console port. 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. Appendix G, "Configuring...
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... maintained within the access points. 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 The autonomous access points can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The autonomous 1242AG access point contains two...
... maintained within the access points. 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 The autonomous access points can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The autonomous 1242AG access point contains two...
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...access point supports the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard and Cisco CDP Power Negotiation. the bottom plate might be 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...a power cord to connect your configuration changes, you must be hot. Other inline power switches supporting the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ...
...access point supports the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard and Cisco CDP Power Negotiation. the bottom plate might be 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...a power cord to connect your configuration changes, you must be hot. Other inline power switches supporting the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ...
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...-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. Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points This section describes the autonomous access point's role in an all-wireless network. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 Figure 1-5 Access Point with Mounting Plate and...
...-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. Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points This section describes the autonomous access point's role in an all-wireless network. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-8371-05 Figure 1-5 Access Point with Mounting Plate and...
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... with Autonomous Access Points Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the network. Figure 1-6 shows access points acting as Root Units on a wired LAN. 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 1-9 If more than one autonomous access point is seamless and transparent to another access point. As users...
... with Autonomous Access Points Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An autonomous access point connected directly to the network. Figure 1-6 shows access points acting as Root Units on a wired LAN. 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 1-9 If more than one autonomous access point is seamless and transparent to another access point. As users...
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... communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to an access point connected to overcome an...
... communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to an access point connected to overcome an...
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... a wireless communication link (see Figure 1-12). Figure 1-11 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with an Access Point 135448 Access point Workgroup bridge Figure 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a bridge (see Figure 1-10). The bridge connected to the main LAN. The workgroup bridge can communicate with an access point (see Figure 1-11) or with a Bridge Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG...
... a wireless communication link (see Figure 1-12). Figure 1-11 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with an Access Point 135448 Access point Workgroup bridge Figure 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a bridge (see Figure 1-10). The bridge connected to the main LAN. The workgroup bridge can communicate with an access point (see Figure 1-11) or with a Bridge Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1240AG...
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... • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-4 • Mounting Overview, page 2-7 &#...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf, page 2-14 • Cable Security Bracket, page 2-14 • Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate, page 2-16 • Securing the Access Point, page 2-17 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-20 • Powering Up the Access Point, page 2-22 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-4 • Mounting Overview, page 2-7 &#...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf, page 2-14 • Cable Security Bracket, page 2-14 • Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate, page 2-16 • Securing the Access Point, page 2-17 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-20 • Powering Up the Access Point, page 2-22 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... that is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has... 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Before you connect the system to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that the protective device...warning to its action in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Warning This warning symbol means danger. ...
... that is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has... 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Before you connect the system to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that the protective device...warning to its action in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Warning This warning symbol means danger. ...
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...access point within 3 feet of metal obstructions. • Install the access point away from a DNS server. You can reduce throughput and range. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-8371-05 Basic Installation Guidelines Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Basic Installation Guidelines Because the access point... in access points for this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that access points are not connected to your controller software version supports the access points to ...
...access point within 3 feet of metal obstructions. • Install the access point away from a DNS server. You can reduce throughput and range. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-8371-05 Basic Installation Guidelines Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Basic Installation Guidelines Because the access point... in access points for this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html • Ensure that access points are not connected to your controller software version supports the access points to ...
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... methods required for connecting your access points. For each access point location. Attach your controllers are operational and properly configured. • For lightweight access points, perform these steps: a. Above a suspended ceiling (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-17). Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. e. f. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... methods required for connecting your access points. For each access point location. Attach your controllers are operational and properly configured. • For lightweight access points, perform these steps: a. Above a suspended ceiling (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-17). Optionally secure the access point using the specified mounting method. e. f. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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... ceilings. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Because it is detachable, you intend to UL 2043 and they should not be located in an indoor environment. 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...
... ceilings. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Because it is detachable, you intend to UL 2043 and they should not be located in an indoor environment. 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...
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... 8 Step 9 Step 10 Determine the location in order to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Make sure the clips are pointing down when mounted on the T-bar Box hanger. This additional support is shipped with the U.S. ...access point to the mounting plate, see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-16. For information on connecting the access point cables, see the "Attaching the Access Point to shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point...
... 8 Step 9 Step 10 Determine the location in order to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Make sure the clips are pointing down when mounted on the T-bar Box hanger. This additional support is shipped with the U.S. ...access point to the mounting plate, see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-16. For information on connecting the access point cables, see the "Attaching the Access Point to shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point...
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... to which the access point is connected to Ethernet in one direction onto the access point. You will hear a slight click when the locking detents contact the access point and locks it into the keyhole shaped holes on 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...
... to which the access point is connected to Ethernet in one direction onto the access point. You will hear a slight click when the locking detents contact the access point and locks it into the keyhole shaped holes on 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...
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... the Kensington Notebook MicroSaver, model number 64068) into the access point's 48-VDC power port. Note If your access point is connected. Insert the key into the security key slot on the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-17 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Securing the Access Point Step 6 If your mounting plate does not have the...
... the Kensington Notebook MicroSaver, model number 64068) into the access point's 48-VDC power port. Note If your access point is connected. Insert the key into the security key slot on the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-17 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Securing the Access Point Step 6 If your mounting plate does not have the...
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..., including the associated LAN connections (as the Cisco Catalyst 3550 PWR XL, 3560-48PS, 3750-48PS, 4500 with 802.3AF PoE module, or the 6500 with sufficient inline power: - 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...
..., including the associated LAN connections (as the Cisco Catalyst 3550 PWR XL, 3560-48PS, 3750-48PS, 4500 with 802.3AF PoE module, or the 6500 with sufficient inline power: - 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...
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... when handling the access point; Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to which the access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on the access point (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-20). • The end of a Cisco Aironet power injector...
... when handling the access point; Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to which the access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on the access point (see the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-20). • The end of a Cisco Aironet power injector...
